Mediterranean Diet Savory Mushroom Bites

Elevate your appetizer game with these Mediterranean Diet Savory Mushroom Bites—an irresistible fusion of earthy cremini mushrooms and Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for entertaining or a healthy snack, these bites feature tender mushroom caps stuffed with a vibrant mixture of sautéed red onion, garlic, and spinach, complemented by tangy feta cheese, fresh parsley, and a bright hint of lemon zest. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and baked to golden perfection, they’re a crowd-pleaser that’s healthy, low-carb, and full of bold flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, these delectable mushroom bites are the ultimate finger food for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces large cremini mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Finely chop the stems and set the mushroom caps aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.

Step 5

Add the chopped mushroom stems and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

In a bowl, combine the cooked vegetable mixture with feta cheese, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 9

Stuff each mushroom cap with a generous spoonful of the filling.

Step 10

Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 11

Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the stuffed mushroom caps.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 14

Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(521.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	738.2

Total Fat 60.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 133.5mg	0%
Sodium 2916.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 30.8g	0%

Vitamin D 72IU	0%
Calcium 826.4mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1006.7mg	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: 70.9%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 13.1%