Mediterranean Diet Savory Stewed Mushrooms

Elevate your plant-based meals with this Mediterranean Diet Savory Stewed Mushrooms recipe—a wholesome, flavor-packed dish perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Tender cremini or button mushrooms are simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato and vegetable broth infused with classic Mediterranean herbs like oregano, thyme, and basil. Sautéed onions and garlic add layers of depth, while a drizzle of olive oil ties the ingredients together beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this versatile dish is a comforting side or a satisfying vegetarian main when paired with quinoa, brown rice, or crusty whole-grain bread. Ready in under an hour, this nutrient-dense recipe is a must-try for those following the Mediterranean diet or simply looking for delicious, hearty meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 500 grams, cleaned and quartered cremini or button mushrooms
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 250 milliliters vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the quartered mushrooms to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and have released their moisture, about 8 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and the vegetable broth, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, thyme, basil, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Cover the skillet and let the mushrooms stew gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Uncover the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high to reduce the sauce slightly for 5 minutes, if desired.

Step 10

Remove from heat, then stir in the freshly chopped parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or over cooked grains like quinoa or brown rice for a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1321.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	821.4

Total Fat 58.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g
Cholesterol 8mg	0%
Sodium 2328.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 25.5g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 318.4mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 3746.8mg	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: 60.4%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 27.9%