Mediterranean Diet Sauteed Mushrooms
Elevate your side dish game with these flavorful Mediterranean Diet Sautéed Mushrooms, a wholesome and vibrant recipe perfect for health-conscious foodies. Packed with nutrient-rich cremini mushrooms, a generous drizzle of heart-healthy olive oil, and the bold aromatics of garlic and fresh herbs like thyme and parsley, this dish is a celebration of Mediterranean ingredients. Zested and juiced lemon adds a refreshing brightness, perfectly complementing the earthy mushrooms and creating a deliciously balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal as a savory side, a salad topper, or a flavor-packed addition to grains. Perfect for vegetarians and adherents of the Mediterranean diet, enjoy the fusion of simple ingredients and bold flavors in this delightful dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large cloves garlic cloves
- 500 grams cremini mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Clean the cremini mushrooms using a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Slice them into thick pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the heated olive oil, stirring continuously until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir well to coat them in the oil and garlic.
Cook the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until they release their juices and brown slightly, about 7-9 minutes.
Stir in the lemon zest, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and a dash of lemon juice.
Serve warm as a side dish or a topping for salads or grains. Enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Sauteed Mushrooms!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2378 mg | 51% | |
*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.
