Oyster Mushroom vs. Parsley
Nutrition comparison of Oyster Mushroom and Parsley
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
oyster mushroom
versus
parsley
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in oyster mushroom and parsley:
- Both oyster mushroom and parsley are high in dietary fiber and potassium.
- Oyster mushroom has more riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid, however, parsley contains more folate.
- Parsley is an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, calcium and iron.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Parsley (Parsley, fresh) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories per 100 grams and parsley has 36 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, oyster mushroom is heavier in protein, lighter in fat and similar to parsley for carbs. Oyster mushroom has a macronutrient ratio of 32:59:9 and for parsley, 27:57:17 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Oyster Mushroom | Parsley | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 32% | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 59% | 57% |
| Fat | 9% | 17% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of total carbs per 100 grams and parsley has 6.3g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Both oyster mushroom and parsley are high in dietary fiber. Parsley has 43% more dietary fiber than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 2.3g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and parsley has 3.3g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of sugar - oyster mushroom has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and parsley has 0.85g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and parsley has 3g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both oyster mushroom and parsley are low in saturated fat - oyster mushroom has 0.06g of saturated fat per 100 grams and parsley has 0.13g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Parsley is an excellent source of Vitamin C and it has more Vitamin C than oyster mushroom - parsley has 133mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Parsley is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 209 times more Vitamin A than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 2ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and parsley has 421ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin D
Oyster mushroom has more Vitamin D than parsley - oyster mushroom has 29iu of Vitamin D per 100 grams and parsley does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin E
Parsley has more Vitamin E than oyster mushroom - parsley has 0.75mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin K
Parsley is an excellent source of Vitamin K and it has more Vitamin K than oyster mushroom - parsley has 1640ug 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, however, parsley contains more folate. Both oyster mushroom and parsley contain significant amounts of thiamin and Vitamin B6.
| Oyster Mushroom | Parsley | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.125 MG | 0.086 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.349 MG | 0.098 MG |
| Niacin | 4.956 MG | 1.313 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.294 MG | 0.4 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 MG | 0.09 MG |
| Folate | 38 UG | 152 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Parsley is an excellent source of calcium and it has 45 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium per 100 grams and parsley has 138mg of calcium.
iron
Parsley is an excellent source of iron and it has 366% more iron than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron per 100 grams and parsley has 6.2mg of iron.
potassium
Both oyster mushroom and parsley are high in potassium. Parsley has 32% more potassium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium per 100 grams and parsley has 554mg 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 | Parsley | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 29 UG | 5054 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | ~ | 5561 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both oyster mushroom and parsley contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Oyster Mushroom | Parsley | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.123 G | 0.115 G |
| Total | 0.123 G | 0.115 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 Parsley (Parsley, fresh) .
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FAQ
Does oyster mushroom or parsley contain more calories in 100 grams?Oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories in 100g and parsley has 36 calories.
Is oyster mushroom or parsley better for protein?
Oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and parsley has 3g of protein.
Does oyster mushroom or parsley have more carbohydrates?
By weight, oyster mushroom and parsley contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbs for 100g and parsley has 6.3g of carbohydrates.
Does oyster mushroom or parsley contain more calcium?
Parsley is a rich source of calcium and it has 45 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium in 100 grams and parsley has 138mg of calcium.
Does oyster mushroom or parsley contain more iron?
Parsley is an abundant source of iron and it has 370% more iron than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron in 100 grams and parsley has 6.2mg of iron.
Does oyster mushroom or parsley contain more potassium?
Both oyster mushroom and parsley are high in potassium. Parsley has 30% more potassium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium in 100 grams and parsley has 554mg of potassium.