Low Sodium Braised Mushrooms

Elevate your side dish game with these Low Sodium Braised Mushrooms—a savory, guilt-free delight that's bursting with umami flavor. This recipe combines earthy button mushrooms with finely chopped shallots, minced garlic, and a touch of dry white wine for depth, all braised to perfection in low sodium vegetable broth. Fresh thyme adds an herby aroma, while a finishing touch of unsalted butter creates a lush, velvety sauce that will have you reaching for seconds. Garnished with vibrant parsley, these mushrooms pair beautifully with roasted meats, pasta, or crusty bread. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple, wholesome ingredients, this heart-healthy dish proves that low sodium recipes can still pack a flavorful punch. Perfect for family dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Button mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Shallots, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Low sodium vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup Dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, leaves only
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth or soft brush to remove any dirt. Trim the stems if necessary, and cut larger mushrooms in half or quarters to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pan and continue to cook for another minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the mushrooms to the pan. Cook until they begin to brown and release their moisture, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the dry white wine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes to slightly reduce the wine.

Step 6

Add the low sodium vegetable broth and fresh thyme to the mushrooms. Bring to a gentle simmer and then reduce the heat to medium-low.

Step 7

Cover the pan and let the mushrooms braise for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Allow the liquid to reduce by half, which should take about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Add the unsalted butter to the pan and stir until melted and the sauce is glossy. Season with black pepper.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	605.1

Total Fat 41.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 189.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 18.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.1mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 2014.9mg	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: 65.9%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 21.2%