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Sliced mushrooms with soft, translucent pieces of onion, lightly browned and glossy, are served together in a shallow dish.
●Low GI

Mushroom sautéed with onion Calories

Sautéed mushrooms with onion, rich in fiber and B vitamins.

In season: Spring · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

55kcal

GI

20low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

320mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.3g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Mushroom sautéed with onion (120 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Copper covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Mushroom sautéed with onion Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g

66

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

8.6g

· 3% DV

Protein

3.1g

· 6% DV

Fat

2g

· 3% DV

Fiber

2.8g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 19% · Fat 28%

Mushroom sautéed with onion nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories66 kcal
Total fat2 g3%
Saturated fat0.36 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium8.4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate8.6 g3%
Fiber2.8 g10%
Protein3.1 g6%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Mushroom sautéed with onion?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)120 g66 kcal
2 tablespoon (chopped)30 g17 kcal
1 serving (small)80 g44 kcal
1 cup (chopped)90 g50 kcal
100 g100 g55 kcal
1 piece (whole)100 g55 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g99 kcal
1 pack (jumbo)200 g110 kcal

Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mushroom sautéed with onion

What kind of mushrooms are used in mushroom sautéed with onion?

Mushroom sautéed with onion is made with çintar, a Turkish regional name for wild mushrooms, often associated with saffron milk caps. The name can refer to different mushrooms in different areas, so it does not identify a species with certainty.

How do you cook mushroom sautéed with onion so the mushrooms brown?

For mushroom sautéed with onion, cook the mushrooms in a wide, hot pan without crowding them, and let their released moisture evaporate before adding or finishing with the onion. Overfilling the pan traps steam and makes them soft rather than browned.

Can you eat the mushrooms in mushroom sautéed with onion raw?

No, mushroom sautéed with onion should be made with thoroughly cooked mushrooms, not raw çintar. Cooking improves their texture and makes the dish more enjoyable; it does not make an unidentified or poisonous wild mushroom safe to eat.

How can you tell whether the çintar in mushroom sautéed with onion is safe to eat?

You cannot confirm that the çintar in mushroom sautéed with onion is safe by color or a quick online description alone. Wild mushroom names and lookalikes vary; eat only specimens reliably identified by a knowledgeable local expert.

Should you wash the mushrooms for mushroom sautéed with onion?

Yes, remove soil and debris from the mushrooms for mushroom sautéed with onion. Brush or wipe them first; if they need rinsing, use a quick rinse and dry them well, since soaking can leave them waterlogged and hinder browning.

Why does mushroom sautéed with onion turn watery?

Mushroom sautéed with onion turns watery when the mushrooms release moisture faster than it can evaporate, especially in a crowded pan. Use a broad pan, cook in batches, and wait for the liquid to cook off before serving.

What can you use instead of çintar in mushroom sautéed with onion?

Cultivated oyster or cremini mushrooms can replace çintar in mushroom sautéed with onion, though the flavor will differ from the wild-mushroom version. Do not substitute a wild mushroom you cannot confidently identify.

What is mushroom sautéed with onion usually served with?

Mushroom sautéed with onion is commonly served hot with bread, rice, or grilled meat, or as part of a larger meal. For a Turkish-style spread, it also works alongside yogurt and other vegetable dishes.

How long does mushroom sautéed with onion keep in the fridge?

Mushroom sautéed with onion keeps refrigerated in a covered container for a few days. Cool and refrigerate it promptly, then reheat only the portion you plan to eat until thoroughly hot.

Can you freeze mushroom sautéed with onion?

Yes, you can freeze mushroom sautéed with onion, although the mushrooms may be softer after thawing. Cool the dish, pack it airtight in portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly in a pan.

Mushroom sautéed with onion Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

9.6µg · 32% DV

B2

0.38mg · 29% DV

B5

1.32mg · 26% DV

B3

4.2mg · 26% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.36mg · 40% DV

Selenium

7.2µg · 13% DV

Potassium ⭐

384mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

58mg · 8% DV

Sodium

8.4mg · 0% DV

Mushroom sautéed with onion Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

20
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2.4
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Mushroom sautéed with onion

To burn the 66 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):

🚶

16min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

7min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

9min

Cycling

🏊

8min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Mushroom sautéed with onion?

Mushroom sautéed with onion is a simple pan-cooked dish made with çintar, a wild mushroom gathered in parts of Turkey and often known as kanlıca, plus onion. The mushrooms have a firm, meaty texture and a distinctive earthy flavour that deepens as they cook.

In Turkey, it is commonly served warm as a side or meze, or alongside bread as part of a casual meal. It also works well with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad. The dish provides fibre and B vitamins; at 55 calories per 100 g, it can be a light addition to a meal. Use only a little oil if you want to keep it lighter.

How Nutritious Is Mushroom sautéed with onion?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

50/ 100

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.

Is Mushroom sautéed with onion Processed?

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.

Does Mushroom sautéed with onion Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Mushroom sautéed with onion Good For?

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

Mushroom sautéed with onion Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.36g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.84g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.