Marinated Mushroom Salad

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Marinated Mushroom Salad, a perfect blend of earthy cremini mushrooms and zesty marinade. This quick and easy recipe highlights tender, blanched mushrooms infused with the bright flavors of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of balsamic vinegar. Aromatic herbs like parsley and thyme mingle beautifully with garlic and optional chili flakes, creating a refreshing dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and best served chilled, this make-ahead salad is ideal as a light appetizer, a tangy side dish, or even a sophisticated party platter addition. Bursting with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, this mushroom salad is a must-try for fans of easy yet elegant vegetarian recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Cremini mushrooms
• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the cremini mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp paper towel or cloth. Remove the stems if desired, and slice the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil. Add the sliced mushrooms and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they just start to soften. Drain the mushrooms and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Whisk together until well blended.

Step 4

Add the cooled mushrooms to the marinade and toss gently to coat them evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to an airtight container.

Step 5

Refrigerate the marinated mushrooms for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the mushrooms a quick stir to redistribute the marinade. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	631.8 grams (631.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	631

Total Fat 57.90g	74%
Saturated Fat 8.30g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1218mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 25.50g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 14.50g
Protein 13.50g	27%

Vitamin D 35IU	175%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 2431mg	52%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.0%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 15.1%