Oyster Mushroom vs. Cilantro
Nutrition comparison of Oyster Mushroom and Cilantro
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
oyster mushroom
versus
cilantro
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in oyster mushroom and cilantro:
- Both oyster mushroom and cilantro are high in dietary fiber and potassium.
- Cilantro is an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K and calcium.
- Oyster mushroom has more riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Cilantro (Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories per 100 grams and cilantro has 23 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, oyster mushroom is heavier in protein, heavier in carbs and lighter in fat compared to cilantro per calorie. Oyster mushroom has a macronutrient ratio of 32:59:9 and for cilantro, 27:53:20 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Oyster Mushroom | Cilantro | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 32% | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 59% | 53% |
| Fat | 9% | 20% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of total carbs per 100 grams and cilantro has 3.7g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Both oyster mushroom and cilantro are high in dietary fiber. Cilantro has 22% more dietary fiber than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 2.3g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and cilantro has 2.8g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of sugar - oyster mushroom has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and cilantro has 0.87g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and cilantro has 2.1g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both oyster mushroom and cilantro are low in saturated fat - oyster mushroom has 0.06g of saturated fat per 100 grams and cilantro has 0.01g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Cilantro is an excellent source of Vitamin C and it has more Vitamin C than oyster mushroom - cilantro has 27mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Cilantro is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 167 times more Vitamin A than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 2ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and cilantro has 337ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin D
Oyster mushroom has more Vitamin D than cilantro - oyster mushroom has 29iu of Vitamin D per 100 grams and cilantro does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin E
Cilantro has more Vitamin E than oyster mushroom - cilantro has 2.5mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin K
Cilantro is an excellent source of Vitamin K and it has more Vitamin K than oyster mushroom - cilantro has 310ug 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 cilantro contain significant amounts of thiamin, Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Oyster Mushroom | Cilantro | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.125 MG | 0.067 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.349 MG | 0.162 MG |
| Niacin | 4.956 MG | 1.114 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.294 MG | 0.57 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 MG | 0.149 MG |
| Folate | 38 UG | 62 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Cilantro is an excellent source of calcium and it has 21 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium per 100 grams and cilantro has 67mg of calcium.
iron
Cilantro has 33% more iron than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron per 100 grams and cilantro has 1.8mg of iron.
potassium
Both oyster mushroom and cilantro are high in potassium. Cilantro has 24% more potassium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium per 100 grams and cilantro has 521mg 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 | Cilantro | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 29 UG | 3930 UG |
| alpha-carotene | ~ | 36 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | ~ | 865 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, oyster mushroom has more linoleic acid than cilantro per 100 grams.
| Oyster Mushroom | Cilantro | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.123 G | 0.04 G |
| Total | 0.123 G | 0.04 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by common portions, e.g. cups, packages. You can also see a more concrete comparison by weight at equal weight (by grams) comparison.
Note: The specific food items compared are: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Cilantro (Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw) .
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FAQ
Does oyster mushroom or cilantro contain more calories in 100 grams?Oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories in 100g and cilantro has 23 calories.
Is oyster mushroom or cilantro better for protein?
Oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and cilantro has 2.1g of protein.
Does oyster mushroom or cilantro have more carbohydrates?
By weight, oyster mushroom and cilantro contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbs for 100g and cilantro has 3.7g of carbohydrates.
Does oyster mushroom or cilantro contain more calcium?
Cilantro is a rich source of calcium and it has 21 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium in 100 grams and cilantro has 67mg of calcium.
Does oyster mushroom or cilantro contain more potassium?
Both oyster mushroom and cilantro are high in potassium. Cilantro has 20% more potassium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium in 100 grams and cilantro has 521mg of potassium.