Heart-Healthy Creamy Mushrooms
Savor the rich, indulgent flavors of "Heart-Healthy Creamy Mushrooms," a wholesome twist on a classic comfort dish. This recipe combines the earthiness of fresh cremini or white button mushrooms with the creamy tang of unsweetened Greek yogurt for a luscious, guilt-free sauce. Enhanced by aromatic garlic, sweet onions, fresh thyme, and parsley, every bite is a celebration of nourishing ingredients. Low-sodium vegetable broth balances the flavors for heart-friendly goodness, while extra virgin olive oil keeps things lighter without sacrificing richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect as a warm, comforting side or served atop whole grain toast for a satisfying, heart-conscious meal. Whether you're seeking flavorful, healthy recipes or ways to highlight nutrient-packed meals, these tender, creamy mushrooms deliver both health and taste in equal measure!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 500 grams Mushrooms (such as cremini or white button)
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- Salt (optional and to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Slice the mushrooms thinly.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have released their moisture and start to brown.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, stir well, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the Greek yogurt until it's well mixed with the mushrooms.
Add the fresh thyme leaves and ground black pepper, stirring gently to combine.
Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste the mixture and add salt if needed, keeping in mind that too much sodium can negate the heart-healthy benefits.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the creamy mushrooms warm as a side dish or on top of whole grain toast for a hearty and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 536 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2204 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
