Description
Sautéed Mushrooms with Spinach brings earthy flavors dancing across your plate with delightful simplicity. Elegant yet uncomplicated, these mushrooms deliver rich umami notes paired with fresh spinach for a quick and satisfying side dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini mushrooms)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional for a richer flavor)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by thoroughly washing mushrooms and carefully slicing them into uniform pieces. Gently rinse spinach leaves and roughly chop into manageable sections.
- Select a spacious skillet and warm olive oil over medium-high temperature, creating a shimmering surface that indicates optimal cooking readiness.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms into the heated pan, allowing them to caramelize and develop deep golden edges. Gently maneuver the mushrooms to ensure consistent browning, which typically requires 5-6 minutes of careful attention.
- Incorporate finely minced garlic into the skillet, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release its aromatic essence. The garlic should become fragrant within 30-45 seconds.
- Gradually fold spinach leaves into the mushroom mixture, watching them gracefully wilt and reduce in volume. Rotate the ingredients periodically to distribute heat evenly and prevent sticking.
- Enhance the dish’s flavor profile by sprinkling salt, cracked black pepper, and dried thyme. For additional complexity, introduce a small pat of butter and a delicate splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Continue cooking for an additional minute, allowing flavors to meld and ingredients to reach perfect tenderness. The final texture should be glossy and lightly glazed.
- Transfer the sautéed medley to a serving plate, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Serve immediately while the dish remains warm and full of robust flavors.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for the best texture and deepest flavor profile.
- Pat mushrooms completely dry before sautéing to prevent steaming and ensure beautiful golden-brown caramelization.
- Use high-heat cooking oil like avocado or grapeseed for better browning and less burning compared to olive oil.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, which prevents proper mushroom searing and creates a soggy instead of crispy result.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg