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High protein, low carb
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Butter mushroom omelet (140 g) has 241 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 14.3 g of protein, 19 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Biotin covers 84% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 2 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
241
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
14.3g
· 29% DV
Fat
19g
· 24% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 24% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 241 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 7.14 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.28 g | |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% |
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 piece (medium) | 140 g | 241 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 35 g | 60 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 155 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 220 g | 378 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 482 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
Cook sliced mushrooms in a pan until their released moisture evaporates, then add butter and pour in beaten eggs. Cook over low to medium-low heat until the eggs are set, folding the omelet in half if you like.
Yes, cook the mushrooms first. They release water as they heat, and letting that moisture evaporate keeps a butter mushroom omelet from turning watery while the eggs cook.
Button mushrooms are a reliable choice for a butter mushroom omelet because they cook quickly and have a mild flavor. Cremini or shiitake mushrooms also work; slice them evenly so they soften at roughly the same time.
Use a well-seasoned or nonstick pan and spread the butter across its surface before adding the eggs. Keep the heat moderate, and loosen the edges gently with a thin spatula as the omelet sets.
Yes, cheese pairs well with a butter mushroom omelet. Sprinkle grated cheese over the eggs just before they finish cooking, then fold the omelet so the residual heat melts it without overcooking the eggs.
Serve a butter mushroom omelet with toast, a green salad, or sliced tomatoes for a simple meal. Fresh herbs such as chives or parsley add brightness, while a side of roasted potatoes makes it more substantial.
Yes, you can leave a butter mushroom omelet open-faced. Cook the mushrooms first, pour in the eggs, and let them set gently; finish under a grill only if your pan is oven-safe.
A butter mushroom omelet is best eaten soon after cooking, but leftovers can be refrigerated in a covered container and used the next day. Reheat until steaming hot, and discard it if it was left at room temperature for an extended time.
You can freeze a butter mushroom omelet, but the eggs may become rubbery and the mushrooms softer after thawing. For better texture, freeze individual portions airtight and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating.
Yes, a butter mushroom omelet can work before a workout if you want a protein-rich, low-carbohydrate meal. It may feel heavy just before exercise because of the butter, so allow time to digest or choose a smaller portion.
Vitamins
Biotin
25.2µg · 84% DV
B12
1.01µg · 42% DV
B2
0.48mg · 37% DV
Vitamin A
252µg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
24µg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
217mg · 31% DV
Iodine
31µg · 21% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Sodium
231mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 241 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
Butter mushroom omelet is made by cooking beaten eggs with mushrooms sautéed in butter, a simple stovetop dish for breakfast or a quick meal. The mushrooms soften before the eggs are added, and the omelet is usually folded while still tender rather than cooked until dry.
Earthy, savoury mushrooms and rich butter make it a satisfying warm breakfast, served with toast or fresh vegetables; it also works well as a light lunch with a side salad. It is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, so it fits naturally into a lower-carb meal. For a lighter version, use butter sparingly and add extra mushrooms or serve it with a crisp salad.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.82g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.