Marinated Mushrooms in Lettuce Cups

Elevate your appetizer game with these Marinated Mushrooms in Lettuce Cups, a fresh and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Bite-sized button mushrooms are sautéed to golden perfection and marinated in a tangy blend of balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and garlic, with a touch of heat from red chili flakes. Nestled in crisp butter lettuce leaves, each bite is a delightful combination of earthy, savory, and zesty flavors, accented by a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free, these lettuce cups make an elegant starter or a light, satisfying snack. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a healthy treat, this recipe delivers on taste, texture, and ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Button mushrooms
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 12 leaves Butter lettuce leaves
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the mushrooms by brushing off any dirt. If they are large, cut them in half or quarters to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 4

Transfer the sautéed mushrooms to a large bowl, pour the marinade over them, and toss gently to evenly coat. Cover the bowl and let the mushrooms marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a deeper flavor.

Step 5

Before serving, rinse and pat dry the butter lettuce leaves. Arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 6

Spoon the marinated mushrooms onto each lettuce leaf, ensuring an even distribution.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(534.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	540.8

Total Fat 43.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1799.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 13.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103.5mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1508.0mg	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: 68.2%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 22.6%