Heart-Healthy Braised Mushrooms

Dive into the savory delight of *Heart-Healthy Braised Mushrooms*, a simple yet elegant vegan dish that's bursting with flavor and nutritional benefits. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a wholesome, low-sodium recipe, these tender cremini mushrooms are simmered to perfection in a flavorful blend of garlic, shallots, and low-sodium vegetable broth, all enhanced by the aromatic notes of fresh thyme, parsley, and a zesty hint of lemon. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a 25-minute cook, this quick, heart-healthy recipe makes an ideal side dish or light entree when paired with whole-grain rice or quinoa. It's a one-pan wonder that's as easy to make as it is delicious, proving that healthy eating can also be incredibly satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Shallots, finely chopped
• 500 grams Cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved
• 250 milliliters Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, cooking and stirring frequently for about 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly translucent.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the halved cremini mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms start to brown.

Step 4

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, then add the fresh thyme leaves.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it braise for about 15-20 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and have absorbed the flavors of the broth.

Step 6

Uncover the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high again to allow any excess liquid to reduce slightly, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, lemon zest, freshly ground black pepper, and salt, adjusting to your taste as needed.

Step 8

Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired. This dish pairs well with whole-grain rice or quinoa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	410.0

Total Fat 29.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 771.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.8g
Protein 13.8g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 73.6mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 2214.6mg	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: 62.0%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 25.1%