Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Garlic Butter Mushrooms is a simple yet flavorful side dish or appetizer where fresh mushrooms are sautéed in a rich mixture of butter and minced garlic, often finished with herbs like parsley. It's a popular preparation found in many Western cuisines, particularly in American and European home cooking and bistro-style restaurants.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally low in carbohydrates but higher in fat due to the butter, providing a good source of protein from the mushrooms along with B vitamins, selenium, and potassium. A typical serving (about 1 cup) ranges from 150 to 250 calories, depending on the amount of butter used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	350 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Selenium	18 mcg
Copper	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	5.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Vitamin D	0.8 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved comfort food that highlights how simple, quality ingredients can create deep umami flavor. Nutritionally, mushrooms are one of the few non-animal sources of vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, making this dish a potential way to boost that nutrient intake.