What is Mushrooms? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Mushrooms?

Mushrooms are a type of fungus and grow out of soil, or on trees. There are many varieties of mushrooms from white button, portobello, shitake, oyster mushrooms and many more. All mushrooms vary in flavor though most have a mild and earthy flavor that may have buttery notes or a woody taste. The texture of boiled mushrooms are meaty, firm yet soft and a bit spongy. Boiling is a quick method of cooking mushrooms.

What does Mushrooms Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Umami

Umami is one of five main tastes. It is savory with a depth of flavor. Umami is a taste in many foods, including meat, seafood, beans, and nuts. It is both naturally occurring and created through the specific use of ingredients to create a satisfying taste. Umami is characteristic of proteins and savory dishes.

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water

Water is a substance and chemical compound made up of hydrogen and oxygen. It is clear, fluid, flavorless and odorless. Water is a necessity in nearly every aspect of life, including cooking, baking and hydrating the human body. Water can be served as a cold beverage, or at any temperature comfortable to the mouth and skin.

salt

Salt is a mineral composed mostly of sodium chloride. It is the main flavoring used in food and is naturally occurring in certain foods, such as cheese, beets, meat and celery, plus many others. Salt is white and has finer granules than sugar. Many commercial salts include iodide, while others exclude it. Most salts are white, while some are naturally pale pink with minerals. Salt brings out the flavor of something and can create a tangy mouthfeel, if used in excess.

Mushrooms Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Cup156g

Cup

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	44kcal	2%
Fats	N/A
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	8g	3%
Sugars	3g	6%
Fiber	3g	11%
Proteins	3g	4%
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	371mg	16%

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Roland Foods Medium & Large Button Mushrooms, 16 Ounce Can, Pack of 4

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Roland Foods Canned Sliced Button Mushrooms, 16 Ounce Can, Pack of 4

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Ruby Whole Button Mushrooms 16 oz. (Pack Of 6)

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Green Giant Whole Mushrooms, 6-Ounce (Pack of 6)

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100 Grams of White Button Mushroom Spawn Mycelium to Grow Gourmet Mushrooms at Home or commercially - G1 or G2 Spawn

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Del Monte® Mushrooms Slices 6 oz. Jar, 12 Pack

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Mushrooms?

1 Cup of Mushrooms contains 3 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Mushrooms?

1 Cup of Mushrooms contains 8 g of carbs.

How much sugar is in Mushrooms?

1 Cup of Mushrooms contains 3 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Mushrooms?

There are 44 calories in 1 Cup of Mushrooms.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Mushrooms?

There are 3 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Mushrooms.

How many calories are in 1 Unit of Mushrooms?

There are 3 calories in 1 Unit of Mushrooms.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Mushrooms?

There are 8 calories in 1 oz of Mushrooms.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Mushrooms?

There are 127 calories in 1 pound of Mushrooms.