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Low-calorie mushroom with B vitamins and potassium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Poplar mushroom (70 g) has 22 calories. That works out to 31 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 70 g
22
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 31% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 22 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
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) | 70 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 25 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 100 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 62 kcal |
Calculated from 31 calories per 100 g.
Poplar mushrooms are easy to sauté, roast, or add to soups and pasta. Wipe or briefly rinse them, slice if large, and cook until tender; garlic, herbs, and a little oil bring out their earthy flavor.
Poplar mushrooms have a mild, earthy, slightly nutty flavor and a firm, meaty texture when cooked. Their taste is savory without being overpowering, so they work well with garlic, herbs, grains, and vegetables.
Yes, poplar mushroom stems are edible, though they can be firmer than the caps, especially on larger mushrooms. Trim any dry or tough ends, then chop the remaining stems and cook them with the caps.
Clean poplar mushrooms by brushing off soil or wiping them with a damp cloth. If they need rinsing, do it quickly and dry them well; soaking can make them waterlogged and harder to brown.
Store poplar mushrooms unwashed in a paper bag in the refrigerator, where air can circulate around them. Use them within a few days, and discard any that become slimy, strongly odorous, or moldy.
Yes, poplar mushrooms freeze best after being briefly sautéed and cooled. Pack them in an airtight container, then use them in cooked dishes after thawing; freezing raw mushrooms can leave them softer and watery.
It is better to cook poplar mushrooms rather than eat them raw. Cooking improves their texture and flavor and reduces the risk from microbes or soil residues that may remain on uncooked mushrooms.
Yes, poplar mushrooms are commonly sold as pioppino mushrooms; both names usually refer to Cyclocybe aegerita, also known as Agrocybe aegerita. Check the product name when buying, since common mushroom names can vary by region.
Yes, poplar mushrooms can be grown at home using a prepared mushroom-growing kit or a suitable hardwood-based substrate. Follow the kit’s humidity and ventilation instructions, and keep the growing area clean to reduce contamination.
Cremini mushrooms or shiitake can stand in for poplar mushrooms in cooked dishes. They have different flavors and textures, but both hold up well in sautés, pasta, and soups where poplar mushrooms would be used.
Vitamins
B5
1.05mg · 21% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
B3
2.94mg · 18% DV
Folate
26.6µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Selenium
6.3µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
280mg · 8% DV
Sodium
4.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 22 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (70 g):
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Poplar mushroom is an edible woodland mushroom associated with poplar and other hardwoods; it is also cultivated. Its slender stems and small caps make it easy to recognise, and it is valued for holding its shape during cooking.
The flavour is mild and earthy, with a pleasantly firm texture. In places where it is grown and sold, it is commonly sautéed, added to soups and stir-fries, or served with pasta, rice and eggs; it also works well in home cooking worldwide. Poplar mushroom is low in calories and provides fibre, along with B vitamins and potassium. Cook it briefly with a little oil, garlic and herbs for a simple side, or add it to a vegetable or grain dish.
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 1
Unprocessed
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.