Description
Deliciously roasted mushrooms with a rich flavor, perfect as a side dish, topping, or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Cremini mushrooms, whole or halved depending on size
- 4 tbsp Olive oil, extra virgin
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Sea salt, or to taste
- ½ tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Gently rinse mushrooms under cool running water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Leave small mushrooms whole and halve or quarter larger ones into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Add mushrooms to the marinade and toss gently to coat. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
- Spread marinated mushrooms in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Check for doneness and remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure mushrooms are dried well to prevent sogginess. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: roasted mushrooms, side dish, healthy recipe, vegetarian, easy recipe