Chilled Mushroom Salad

Perfectly light and refreshing, this Chilled Mushroom Salad is a simple, make-ahead dish bursting with earthy, tangy flavors. Tender button mushrooms are boiled until just firm, then cooled and tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic and red chili flakes for subtle heat. This no-fuss salad is the ideal choice for summer gatherings or as a healthy, flavorful side dish to pair with grilled meats or crusty bread. Ready in just 25 minutes (plus chilling time), it’s a delightful balance of textures and bold, herbaceous notes that will have everyone asking for the recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams button mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 liter water

Directions

Step 1

Clean the button mushrooms thoroughly by wiping them with a damp paper towel or rinsing briefly under cold water. Pat dry with a kitchen towel and trim any tough ends of the stems.

Step 2

Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Add a pinch of salt and the mushrooms. Boil the mushrooms for 5-7 minutes, or until tender but still firm. Drain and set aside to cool completely.

Step 3

While the mushrooms cool, prepare the dressing. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Whisk together until well emulsified.

Step 4

Once the mushrooms are completely cool, slice them into halves or quarters, depending on their size.

Step 5

Add the sliced mushrooms to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat all the mushrooms evenly.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a final toss. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve the chilled mushroom salad as a starter or a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1622.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	509.8

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2433.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.5g
Protein 16.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 104.5mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1734.9mg	0%

*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: 72.5%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 15.4%