Low Fat Savory Mushroom Salad

Bursting with earthy flavors and vibrant colors, this Low Fat Savory Mushroom Salad is a healthy and satisfying dish perfect for any meal or occasion. Featuring a medley of button and cremini mushrooms sautéed to tender perfection without added fats, this salad is accented with crisp red bell pepper, sweet grated carrot, and a pop of tangy red onion. The zesty homemade dressing, crafted from fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, and a touch of extra virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a flavorful, low-fat twist. Ready in just 30 minutes, this refreshing and nutrient-packed salad is perfect for serving as a light side or a flavorful vegetarian appetizer. Whether enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, it’s a savory, wholesome delight that’s guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Button mushrooms
• 250 grams Cremini mushrooms
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 clove Garlic

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any dirt.

Step 2

Slice the button and cremini mushrooms into thin slices.

Step 3

In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the sliced mushrooms and cook them dry, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until they release their moisture and become tender. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

While the mushrooms are cooling, slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.

Step 5

Peel and grate the carrot into fine strips.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion and chop the parsley.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mushrooms, bell pepper, carrot, red onion, and parsley.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(842.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	347.8

Total Fat 17.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1383.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 17.4g	0%

Vitamin D 17.5IU	0%
Calcium 127.6mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 2617.2mg	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: 40.7%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 41.2%