Mediterranean Diet Savory Mushroom Gravy
Experience the rich, earthy flavors of the Mediterranean with this Savory Mushroom Gravy, a perfect addition to your Mediterranean diet recipes. Made with golden olive oil, tender cremini mushrooms, fragrant shallots, and fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary, this recipe creates a luxurious, plant-based gravy that's both hearty and wholesome. Thickened with a light cornstarch slurry and infused with the tang of balsamic vinegar, this low-sodium recipe strikes the perfect balance between healthy and indulgent. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's ideal for draping over roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or grains for a comforting meal packed with Mediterranean flair. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this gravy is as visually appealing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium, finely chopped shallots
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 12 ounces, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon, fresh, chopped thyme
- 1 teaspoon, fresh, chopped rosemary
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons, fresh, chopped parsley
Instructions
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their juices and begin to brown.
Stir in the chopped thyme and rosemary, then add the low-sodium vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Allow the gravy to simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Add the balsamic vinegar, freshly ground black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the savory mushroom gravy hot over your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1500 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2324 mg | 49% | |
*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.
