Description
Balsamic Roasted Mushrooms are a deliciously easy side dish that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, these flavorful mushrooms elevate any meal and are sure to impress your guests. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a mouthwatering dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of entrees or can stand alone as a savory appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and halved
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and halve them if large; leave small ones whole.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss the mushrooms in the marinade until well coated; let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Spread the mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and browned.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 113g
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg