Super source
Vitamin D
0.78 μg · 4% DV target
A fan-shaped fungus with a delicate, velvety texture and mild anise aroma, the oyster mushroom serves as a versatile meat substitute while providing a dense concentration of bioactive antioxidants.
Mushroom consumption is consistently linked to a lower risk of cancer, with a systematic review of 17 studies showing a 34% reduction in total cancer risk for those with the highest intake compared to the lowest .1
Oyster mushrooms provide a diverse nutritional profile that includes essential amino acids, dietary fibre, and a range of vitamins and minerals while remaining low in fats and calories .4
These mushrooms are a rare dietary source of ergothioneine (a bioactive antioxidant amino acid) and selenium, which are being studied for their roles in supporting immune function and healthy inflammatory responses .38
Early sensory research indicates that blending mushrooms into meat-based or lower-sodium dishes can maintain meal satisfaction while helping to reduce overall red meat and salt intake .3
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
0.78 μg · 4% DV target
0.37 mg · 28% DV target
3.23 mg · 20% DV target
Store in a paper bag to allow airflow and prevent sliminess.
Mushrooms have very low water and land requirements compared to most crops.
Oyster mushrooms are carnivorous fungi that use specialized hyphae to paralyze and consume microscopic nematodes to supplement their nitrogen intake.