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Native Forest Organic Mushrooms  Pieces and Stems
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Native Forest Organic Mushrooms Pieces and Stems

Native Forest
4 oz
Available at Foodtown
15
Calories
1g
Protein
280mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Native Forest Organic Mushrooms Pieces and Stems is a small, pantry-friendly 4 oz can of tender, sliced mushrooms preserved in water and a touch of sea salt. You’ll typically find it on the grocery store’s canned vegetables or canned mushrooms shelf, often grouped with other shelf-stable organic goods and near canned artichokes, water chestnuts and convenience vegetables used for quick weeknight meals. It’s the kind of product shoppers grab on a weeknight run for omelets, quick pasta sauces, pizzas, casseroles or to bulk up stir-fries and grain bowls. The brand positions itself toward environmentally conscious, ingredient-minded shoppers who want organic certification and simple labels rather than flashy kid-targeted packaging; the label leans on organic certification, “no preservatives” and low-calorie messaging to build a health halo. Visually the can is small and easy to stock in a spice- or pantry nook, and the ritual of opening a can and rinsing the mushrooms before tossing them into a hot skillet is familiar to busy home cooks. Sensory notes: soft but slightly springy texture, mild earthy mushroom flavor with a subtle briny note from the sea salt; they rehydrate quickly in sauces and absorb surrounding flavors. In plain terms the product is heat-treated and canned for shelf stability — not raw, but made from whole organic mushrooms with only water and salt added. It reads as a convenient, practical, low-calorie, lower-effort way to add mushrooms to a range of American meals without compromising organic values.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 112
Calories15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Mushrooms,, Water,, Sea, Salt..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The ingredient list contains only organic mushrooms, water and sea salt, but the product is heat-treated and canned for preservation. According to NOVA, that makes it a processed food (group 3) because whole foods have added salt and have been industrially preserved.

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Common Questions about Native Forest Organic Mushrooms Pieces and Stems

Absolutely! These mushrooms are low in calories, with just 15 per serving, and are packed with nutrients like fiber and potassium. While they're not a high-protein powerhouse, they can be a great addition to a balanced diet, especially if you're looking to add some plant-based goodness to your meals.

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