Heart-Healthy Creamy Mushrooms

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Heart-Healthy Creamy Mushrooms, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food. This quick and easy recipe uses Greek yogurt in place of heavy cream, delivering a rich, creamy texture without the added saturated fats. Perfectly sautéed mushrooms, infused with the earthy flavor of fresh thyme and a hint of garlic, are simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth, making this dish both nutritious and full of flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these creamy mushrooms are ideal as a savory side dish or served over whole-grain toast for a satisfying heart-healthy meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a low-fat, high-protein dish packed with antioxidants and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 500 grams Mushrooms (such as cremini or white button)
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup Plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0 Salt (optional and to taste)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Slice the mushrooms thinly.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have released their moisture and start to brown.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, stir well, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the Greek yogurt until it's well mixed with the mushrooms.

Step 7

Add the fresh thyme leaves and ground black pepper, stirring gently to combine.

Step 8

Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Taste the mixture and add salt if needed, keeping in mind that too much sodium can negate the heart-healthy benefits.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve the creamy mushrooms warm as a side dish or on top of whole grain toast for a hearty and healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(920.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	388.3

Total Fat 16.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 6.0mg	0%
Sodium 535.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 30.2g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 210.4mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 2204.5mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 37.6%