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Beech Mushroom

Beech Mushroom is a delicate edible mushroom commonly used in East Asian and Western cooking for its mild, slightly nutty flavor and pleasant crunchy texture when cooked. It’s often found in stir-fries, soups, hot pots and sautés and is prized for holding shape through cooking and adding umami depth. Although very low in calories, Beech Mushroom provides 3.1g of protein per 100g and contains notable amounts of fiber along with B vitamins (notably niacin) and copper, making it a nutritious way to boost vegetable variety and savory flavor without adding much fat or salt. Its low-fat profile and modest protein content make it useful as a light, savory ingredient or meat extender in many dishes. From a health perspective, beech mushrooms are a nutrient-dense, low-calorie choice with a good amino-acid profile for a plant food and modest amounts of beneficial micronutrients; they also contribute fiber and umami that can help with satiety and reducing the need for added fats or sodium in recipes.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~2.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

22 kcal

1% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

3.1 g

6% RDI

Fat

0.3 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

6.1 g

2% RDI

Sugar

1.6 g

3% RDI

Fiber

2.6 g

9% RDI

Salt

0.1 g

1% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Beech Mushroom healthy?

Yes, Beech Mushroom is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (2.6g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Beech Mushroom?

Beech Mushroom is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Beech Mushroom gluten free?

Yes, Beech Mushroom is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Beech Mushroom?

100g of Beech Mushroom contains 22 kcal, 3.1g protein, 6.1g carbohydrates, 0.3g fat, and 2.6g fiber.

Q.04Is Beech Mushroom vegan?

Yes, Beech Mushroom is vegan.

Q.06Is Beech Mushroom lactose free?

Yes, Beech Mushroom is lactose free.

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