Stuffed Morel Mushrooms
Stuffed morel mushrooms are a gourmet delicacy where the hollow, honeycomb-capped morel mushroom is filled with a savory mixture, often featuring breadcrumbs, herbs, garlic, and sometimes cheese or ground meat. This dish is celebrated in various cuisines, particularly in French and American fine dining, where foragers and chefs prize the morel's earthy, nutty flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally moderate in protein and fat, depending on the stuffing, with a relatively low carbohydrate content unless breadcrumbs are heavily used. Morels themselves are a good source of iron, copper, and antioxidants, and a typical serving might range from 150 to 250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Copper | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
Per 4 stuffed morels (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Morel mushrooms are wild-foraged and cannot be commercially cultivated, making them a seasonal luxury. Nutritionally, they are unique for containing vitamin D when sun-exposed, and they have a long history in traditional medicine for their purported immune-boosting properties.
