Mushrooms
Mushrooms are a type of fungi commonly used in dips, spreads, salsas, dressings, marinades, grain dishes, and much more!
The flavor profile for mushrooms can be described as spongy and woody.
Mushrooms contain over 17+ nutrients including 9 vitamins and 8 minerals. Mushrooms are also low in sodium and trans fat free.
Vegan
Vegetarian
Paleo
Gluten Free
Uses For Mushrooms
There are 12 uses for mushrooms. Find your use and start enjoying this tasty food today!
- Dips, Spreads, Salsas.
- Dressings, Marinades.
- Grain Dishes.
- Pastas.
- Pies, Tarts, Pastries.
- Pizza, Calzones.
- Salads.
- Sandwiches, Burgers.
- Side Dish.
- Soups, Stews.
- Stir-fries.
- Stocks.
Tips
Great ideas for purchasing, storing, and consuming mushrooms.
- If mushrooms you are buying give off a musty smell instead of a deep woody scent or appears darkened or wilted, then leave them.
- Mushrooms are like a sponge – ready to absorb water when the two come in contact. Therefore, you should wash them only before using to prevent the growth of bacteria.
- Clean the mushrooms by gently wiping off dirt with a damp paper towel. Then place them in a paper bag and seal it shut to keep them fresh for up to a week.
- Place uncooked mushrooms in the sun for about 15 minutes to boost the vitamin D content by 30% or more.
- You can simmer, sauté, and grill your favorite mushrooms.
- Mushrooms can be cooked in many ways and added to soups, stews, casseroles, and pasta dishes for flavor.
Popular Varieties
Popular varieties of mushrooms include: white mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, and portabella mushrooms.
Nutrition
Checkout the facts and figures to see how wealthy mushrooms are.
Nutrition Facts
1 Serving
Serving size
Mushrooms - Fresh - White
100 Grams
100 Grams
Amount per serving
Calories
per serving
22
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 5mg
0%
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrate 3g
3%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 2g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 3g
7%
Copper 36%
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Riboflavin 36%
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Pantothenic Acid 30%
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Niacin 26%
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Selenium 17%
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Phosphorous 12%
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Vitamin B6 8%
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Thiamin 7%
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Potassium 7%
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Zinc 7%
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Folate 4%
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Choline 4%
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Manganese 3%
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Iron 3%
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Vitamin C 3%
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Magnesium 3%
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Vitamin B12 2%
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Vitamin D 1%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Highlights
- Low in sodium.
- Excellent source of 4 micronutrients.
- Good source of 2 micronutrients.