Oyster Mushroom vs. Bean Sprouts
Nutrition comparison of Oyster Mushroom and Bean Sprouts
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
oyster mushroom
versus
bean sprouts
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in oyster mushroom and bean sprouts:
- Bean sprout is a great source of Vitamin C.
- Oyster mushroom has more riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid.
- Oyster mushroom is a great source of dietary fiber.
- Oyster mushroom is an excellent source of potassium.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Bean Sprouts (Mung beans, mature seeds, sprouted, raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories per 100 grams and bean sprout has 30 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, oyster mushroom is lighter in carbs, heavier in fat and similar to bean sprouts for protein. Oyster mushroom has a macronutrient ratio of 32:59:9 and for bean sprouts, 32:63:5 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Oyster Mushroom | Bean Sprouts | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 32% | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 59% | 63% |
| Fat | 9% | 5% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of total carbs per 100 grams and bean sprout has 5.9g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Oyster mushroom is a great source of dietary fiber and it has 28% more dietary fiber than bean sprout - oyster mushroom has 2.3g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and bean sprout has 1.8g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of sugar - oyster mushroom has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and bean sprout has 4.1g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and bean sprout has 3g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both oyster mushroom and bean sprouts are low in saturated fat - oyster mushroom has 0.06g of saturated fat per 100 grams and bean sprout has 0.05g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Bean sprout is a great source of Vitamin C and it has more Vitamin C than oyster mushroom - bean sprout has 13.2mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of Vitamin A - oyster mushroom has 2ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and bean sprout has 1ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin D
Oyster mushroom has more Vitamin D than bean sprout - oyster mushroom has 29iu of Vitamin D per 100 grams and bean sprout does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin E
Bean sprouts and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - bean sprout has 0.1mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin K
Bean sprout has more Vitamin K than oyster mushroom - bean sprout has 33ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
The B Vitamins
Oyster mushroom has more riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid. Both oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain significant amounts of thiamin, Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Oyster Mushroom | Bean Sprouts | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.125 MG | 0.084 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.349 MG | 0.124 MG |
| Niacin | 4.956 MG | 0.749 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.294 MG | 0.38 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 MG | 0.088 MG |
| Folate | 38 UG | 61 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Bean sprout has 333% more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium per 100 grams and bean sprout has 13mg of calcium.
iron
Oyster mushroom has 46% more iron than bean sprout - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron per 100 grams and bean sprout has 0.91mg of iron.
potassium
Oyster mushroom is an excellent source of potassium and it has 182% more potassium than bean sprout - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium per 100 grams and bean sprout has 149mg of potassium.
Antioxidants and Phytonutrients
carotenoids
Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]
For specific types of carotenoids,
| Oyster Mushroom | Bean Sprouts | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 29 UG | 6 UG |
| alpha-carotene | ~ | 6 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, oyster mushroom has more linoleic acid than bean sprout per 100 grams.
| Oyster Mushroom | Bean Sprouts | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.123 G | 0.042 G |
| Total | 0.123 G | 0.042 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by weight, but sometimes 100g isn't that intuitive of a measurement for food. View a custom portion comparison (e.g. cups, oz, package).
You can try adding or subtracting the amount of either Oyster Mushroom or Bean Sprouts .
Note: The specific food items compared are: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Bean Sprouts (Mung beans, mature seeds, sprouted, raw) .
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FAQ
Does oyster mushroom or bean sprouts contain more calories in 100 grams?Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories in 100g and bean sprout has 30 calories.
Is oyster mushroom or bean sprouts better for protein?
Oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and bean sprout has 3g of protein.
Does oyster mushroom or bean sprouts have more carbohydrates?
By weight, oyster mushroom and bean sprouts contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbs for 100g and bean sprout has 5.9g of carbohydrates.
Does oyster mushroom or bean sprouts contain more potassium?
Oyster mushroom is a rich source of potassium and it has 180% more potassium than bean sprout - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium in 100 grams and bean sprout has 149mg of potassium.