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Grilled mushrooms, skewered with vegetables
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Mushroom kebab (120 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Biotin covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
78
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 20% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.36 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 60 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 59 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 117 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
To make mushroom kebab, thread whole or evenly cut mushrooms onto skewers with pieces of pepper, onion, or tomato. Brush with seasoned oil, then grill, turning occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and lightly browned.
Button or cremini mushrooms work well for mushroom kebab because they are firm enough to hold their shape on a skewer. Choose mushrooms of similar size so they cook evenly, or cut larger ones into matching pieces.
Grill mushroom kebab for about 10–15 minutes over medium heat, turning the skewers during cooking. It is ready when the mushrooms are tender and browned at the edges; very high heat can char the outside before the centers soften.
Yes, mushroom kebab cooks well in the oven. Arrange the skewers on a lined baking tray and roast in a preheated oven, turning them once, until the mushrooms soften and the vegetables begin to brown.
Use small mushrooms whole and push the skewer through each one’s center. Leave a little space between pieces so they cook evenly. Flat metal skewers or two parallel skewers make mushroom kebab easier to turn without pieces spinning or slipping.
Yes, a short marinade adds flavor to mushroom kebab. Toss the mushrooms with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and black pepper shortly before grilling. Avoid soaking them for a long time, since mushrooms release water and can become harder to brown.
Bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes pair well with mushrooms on kebab skewers. Cut firmer vegetables into smaller pieces than the mushrooms so they become tender at roughly the same time, and avoid packing the skewer too tightly.
Yes, portobello mushrooms can be used for mushroom kebab, but their large caps are easier to grill in thick chunks than whole. Cut them evenly and thread them securely, since soft, overripe pieces can split when turned.
Yes, soak wooden skewers in water before using them for mushroom kebab to reduce the chance of scorching over a grill flame. Metal skewers do not need soaking and are often easier to turn when the mushrooms are heavy.
You can freeze cooked mushroom kebab, but the mushrooms may turn softer and release water after thawing. For the best texture, refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and reheat them in a skillet or oven rather than freezing.
Vitamins
Biotin
14.4µg · 48% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
B3
4.56mg · 28% DV
B5
1.32mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.36mg · 40% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
408mg · 12% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 78 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Mushroom kebab is made by threading mushrooms, often with vegetables such as peppers or tomatoes, onto skewers and grilling them. It is familiar in Turkish-style cooking, where it can be prepared over a barbecue or in the oven, with herbs and spices added to suit the cook.
The mushrooms become lightly browned outside while staying juicy, taking on a smoky, savoury flavour. Serve the skewers as a meat-free main with salad, rice or flatbread, or alongside other grilled dishes. Mushrooms provide some fibre, and the dish can be a lighter choice than meat kebabs, though the final richness depends on how much oil is used. Brush the vegetables sparingly and add a generous fresh salad for a lighter plate.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.