Elevate your salad game with this Warm Mushroom and Romaine Salad, a flavorful fusion of earthy cremini mushrooms, crisp romaine, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette. Sautéed mushrooms and garlic bring a warm, savory element to the dish, perfectly balanced by the zesty blend of red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey in the dressing. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley, this salad is an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe makes for a perfect light lunch or an elegant starter for dinner parties. Serve it fresh for a satisfying bite that showcases the seamless pairing of warm and crisp ingredients.
Wash and dry the romaine hearts, then chop them into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Wipe the cremini mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel and slice them evenly.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Finely chop the shallot and set both aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, chopped shallot, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Place the chopped romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl. Pour the warm mushrooms and garlic over the lettuce.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately while the mushrooms are still warm.
Calories |
778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1814 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 3935 mg | 84% | |
*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.