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Meat and Mushrooms: a Match Made in Heaven!
Looking for the perfect vegetable to match with beef and lamb? Look no further than the humble mushroom.
They are a nutrient dense, versatile vegetable that provide a rich umami flavour which compliments red meat beautifully.
B Vitamins
When combined with beef and lamb, they add to your intake of the following B vitamins:
- Niacin (vitamin B3) - helps fight fatigue and keep our brain healthy
- Riboflavin (vitamin B2) - helps keep our skin and eyes healthy and feeling our best
- Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) - helps with metabolism and energy production
Vitamin D
Mushrooms produce vitamin D when exposed to ultraviolet light (the sun) and are the only vegetable source of vitamin D. They also contain selenium which helps keep our immune system healthy.
All up, mushrooms are a delicious and nutritious option to add to your beef or lamb meal alongside seasonal greens.
Posted by Beef + Lamb New Zealand
