Mushrooms, white, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
Whole food · Vegetables and Vegetable Products
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Boiled white mushrooms are a tender, umami-rich ingredient with a mild, earthy flavor and a soft, spongy texture that readily absorbs sauces and seasonings. At just 28 calories per 100g, they are an exceptionally low-calorie source of protein and dietary fiber. Their simple preparation makes them a versatile, healthy addition to a wide range of dishes.
💚 Why it's loved
People love boiled white mushrooms for their incredible versatility; they act as a sponge, soaking up the flavors of broths, sauces, and seasonings. Their mild, savory taste and tender texture make them a comforting, easy-to-eat addition to soups, stir-fries, and salads.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
While generally healthy, some individuals may find the high fiber content (2.2g per 100g) causes mild digestive discomfort like bloating if consumed in large quantities. To counteract this, start with smaller portions and ensure you drink plenty of water. Additionally, mushrooms can absorb salt during cooking; to manage sodium intake, cook them in unsalted water or broth and season lightly at the end.
Key benefits
- Very low in calories and fat, ideal for weight management
- Good source of dietary fiber (2.2g per 100g) for digestive health
- Provides a decent amount of plant-based protein (2.17g per 100g)
- Rich in B vitamins like riboflavin and niacin, which support energy metabolism
- Contains antioxidants like selenium, which helps protect cells from damage
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
White button mushrooms are actually the immature form of the portobello mushroom; if left to grow, they would expand and darken into the large, flat caps we know as portobellos.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 91.1 g |
| Energy | 28.0 kcal |
| Energy | 117 kj |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.47 g |
| Ash | 0.99 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 5.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 6.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 87.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 356 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 2.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.87 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.50 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.12 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.9 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.30 mg |
| Niacin | 4.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate, total | 18.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 18.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 18.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 20.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 8.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.06 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.02 g |
| Threonine | 0.07 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.05 g |
| Leucine | 0.08 g |
| Lysine | 0.07 g |
| Methionine | 0.02 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.06 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.03 g |
| Valine | 0.16 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.04 g |
| Alanine | 0.14 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.14 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.24 g |
| Glycine | 0.06 g |
| Proline | 0.05 g |
| Serine | 0.07 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Are boiled white mushrooms nutritious?
Yes, they are very nutritious. They are low in calories (28 kcal/100g) and fat, while providing a good source of protein, fiber, B vitamins, and antioxidants like selenium.
How do I prevent boiled mushrooms from becoming soggy?
To avoid a soggy texture, boil them briefly (2-3 minutes) until just tender, then immediately drain well. You can also pat them dry with a paper towel before using them in dishes where texture is important.
Can I use the water from boiling mushrooms?
Absolutely! The cooking liquid becomes a flavorful, umami-rich broth. You can use it as a base for soups, sauces, or gravies, adding depth and nutrition to your dishes.