Nutrition Facts
Mushroom and Leek Risotto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 202
Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g
3%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 5mg
0%
Potassium 134mg
4%
Total Carbohydrates 35g
12%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 4g
8%
Vitamin C
4%
Calcium
1%
Iron
3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
I love mushrooms and used to think that even though they were delicious, they did not offer much nutritional value. I am happy to say that I was wrong.
Many varieties of mushrooms are a great source of Selenium and all varieties provide a host of essential nutrients. Mushrooms are the only plant source that makes bone-loving Vitamin D when exposed to sunlight.
I used Cremini mushrooms in this recipe, which is an adult version of White Button mushrooms that help improve immune function.
In addition, mushrooms contain antioxidants and assist in metabolic processes.