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Low calorie, contains fiber
In season: Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Pine mushroom, cooked (140 g) has 49 calories. That works out to 35 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 3.9 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of B5 covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 140 g
49
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
7g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.9g
· 8% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 31% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 49 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.11 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.9 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 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (diced) | 12 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 70 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 88 kcal |
Calculated from 35 calories per 100 g.
Here, cooked pine mushroom refers to Kanlıca, also called saffron milk cap (Lactarius deliciosus), not matsutake. It is an orange, wild mushroom associated with pine forests; correct identification matters because other wild mushrooms can look similar.
Cooked pine mushroom is ready to add to a meal, or you can sauté it again briefly to warm and brown it. For fresh saffron milk caps, sautéing or grilling brings out their earthy flavor; cook wild mushrooms thoroughly.
Correctly identified saffron milk cap is edible, but a mistaken identification of a wild mushroom can be dangerous. Do not eat a mushroom based only on a photo, color, or common name; have uncertain specimens identified by an expert.
Kanlıca, or saffron milk cap, is commonly found in pine woods and is often gathered in autumn after rain. Local conditions affect when it appears, and foraging should be limited to mushrooms you can identify with certainty.
Saffron milk cap can develop green patches where it has been cut, bruised, or exposed to air. This color change is a normal reaction and does not by itself mean the mushroom is spoiled, though it cannot confirm safe identification.
Brush soil and pine needles from Kanlıca mushrooms or wipe them with a damp cloth. If they need rinsing, do it quickly and dry them well; soaking can make them waterlogged and less pleasant to cook.
Yes, cooked pine mushroom can be frozen after it has cooled. Portion it into an airtight container or freezer bag. Its texture may soften after thawing, so it works especially well in soups, sauces, and reheated dishes.
Keep cooked pine mushroom covered in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Refrigerate it once it has cooled rather than leaving it out; discard it if it develops an off smell, sliminess, or mold.
Saffron milk cap has a distinctive earthy, mildly resinous flavor and a firm, meaty texture. Sautéing or grilling gives it a deeper flavor, while simple seasonings let its characteristic taste stand out.
Cooked pine mushroom pairs well with rice, potatoes, bread, or eggs. Its savory flavor also works in pasta and soups; choose a simple accompaniment so it does not overwhelm the mushroom’s distinctive aroma.
Vitamins
B5
1.96mg · 39% DV
B3
5.88mg · 37% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
Biotin
7µg · 23% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.35mg · 39% DV
Phosphorus
119mg · 17% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
448mg · 13% DV
Sodium
7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cooked pine mushrooms, also known as saffron milk caps, are wild mushrooms associated with pine forests. Their orange flesh and distinctive orange sap make them easy to recognise, and they are gathered in autumn in parts of Europe and the Mediterranean.
They have a firm, meaty bite and an earthy, slightly peppery flavour. In places where they are traditionally gathered, they are often sautéed, grilled or added to simple seasonal dishes; they also work well folded into eggs or served on toast. They are low in calories, with 2.2 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter preparation, cook them with a little oil, garlic and herbs rather than a rich sauce.
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
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.