White button mushrooms
Low GI
GL 0.2 per piece (18 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Low in essential micronutrients compared to other fungi
White button mushrooms has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (18 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2003601 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of White button mushrooms
- GI 10 · GL 0.4 per 100 g roasted
Roasted mushroom - Boiled mushroomsGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g boiled
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g brown
Brown mushrooms - GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g cooked
Cooked mushroom - Crab-stuffed mushroomsGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g bakedcrab stuffed
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g garlic
Garlic mushrooms - Grilled mushrooms with extra virgin olive oilGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g grilled
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 medium (approx. 2" diameter) | 18 g | 0.2 |
| 1 cup | 70 g | 0.7 |
| 1 serving (approx. 3 oz) | 85 g | 0.9 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 22 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 3.1 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.05 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.15 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- High water content and low calorie density
- Low in essential micronutrients compared to other fungi
- Minimal fiber content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with White button mushrooms
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Pearl Barley Risotto with Chicken and Wild Mushrooms 60 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Hearty Low-Glycemic Beef and Barley Stew 110 min · 21 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Whole Wheat Fettuccine with Sautéed Swiss Chard and Mushrooms 35 min · 8 ingredients · easy -
Balsamic Grilled Vegetable Medley with Herb Marinade 30 min · 13 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Wild Rice & Roasted Root Vegetable Bowl with Herb-Crusted Chicken 75 min · 15 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Mushroom & Pearl Barley Soup 70 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Mushroom-Stuffed Butternut Squash Rings 70 min · 7 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Grilled Chicken Pasta with White Beans and Mushrooms 40 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Turkey-Stuffed Delicata Squash with Tahini 60 min · 15 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of White button mushrooms?
White button mushrooms has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (18 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is White button mushrooms good for people with insulin resistance?
White button mushrooms has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of White button mushrooms has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of White button mushrooms in this database, Roasted mushroom has the lowest glycemic load (0.4 per 100 g).
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