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A mushroom dish typically consists of cooked mushrooms, often sautéed or stewed. It is low in calories, rich in fiber, and provides a variety of vitamins and minerals.
In season: Spring · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Mushroom dish (150 g) has 57 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
57
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 29% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 57 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 4.1 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) | 150 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra small) | 70 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 30 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Cook a mushroom dish in a wide, hot pan and avoid crowding it. Mushrooms release moisture as they cook, so spreading them out helps that liquid evaporate instead of steaming them. Add salt near the end for a firmer result.
A mushroom dish pairs well with rice, pasta, potatoes, or crusty bread. For a lighter meal, serve it with a green salad or roasted vegetables. Choose a simple side if the dish already has a rich cream or cheese sauce.
Yes, a mushroom dish can combine varieties such as cremini, shiitake, oyster, or portobello mushrooms. Their textures and flavors differ, so mixing them can add depth. Use wild mushrooms only when they have been identified and sourced safely.
For a mushroom dish, brush off loose dirt or wipe the mushrooms with a damp cloth. If they are very dirty, rinse them briefly under running water and dry them well. Avoid soaking, which can leave them waterlogged and harder to brown.
Yes, cream works well in a mushroom dish; stir it in after the mushrooms have browned and simmer gently until the sauce is warm. For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cream or build the sauce with broth and a little flour.
To keep a mushroom dish from turning watery, brown the mushrooms in batches over medium-high to high heat. A crowded pan traps steam, while a wide pan gives moisture room to evaporate. Wait until the mushrooms are browned before adding a sauce.
A cooked mushroom dish usually keeps for three to four days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking, and discard them if they develop an off smell, slimy texture, or unusual appearance.
Yes, you can freeze a mushroom dish in an airtight container once it has cooled. The mushrooms may soften after thawing, and cream-based sauces can separate. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat gently, stirring the sauce as it warms.
It is safer and better for the texture to reheat only the portion of mushroom dish you plan to eat. Heat it until steaming hot throughout, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the full batch.
Yes, a mushroom dish can be made without meat; mushrooms, onions, garlic, herbs, and tomatoes make a flavorful base. Add beans or lentils if you want a more substantial meat-free meal, or serve the dish over grains.
Vitamins
B2
0.52mg · 40% DV
B5
1.8mg · 36% DV
B3
5.7mg · 36% DV
Biotin
10.5µg · 35% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.45mg · 50% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
128mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
510mg · 15% DV
Sodium
9mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A mushroom dish is a broad name for a meal made with cooked mushrooms, commonly sautéed in a pan or simmered in a pot. Recipes vary rather than belonging to one particular cuisine: onions, garlic and herbs are frequent additions, while some versions include tomatoes or cream. Cooking brings out the mushrooms’ earthy flavour and gives them a tender, sometimes slightly chewy texture.
It can be served as a side, spooned over toast or grains, or made into a simple main with other vegetables. At 38 calories per 100 g, it is generally a light dish and also provides fibre. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and add herbs, garlic or lemon for flavour.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.