Description
Grilled balsamic mushrooms are a smoky, tangy, and savory dish that features cremini or baby bella mushrooms marinated in a rich balsamic vinegar blend, then grilled to juicy, caramelized perfection. This simple yet flavorful recipe is quick to prepare and perfect as a versatile side dish for BBQs, weeknight dinners, salads, or sandwiches. Packed with nutrients and bold taste, these mushrooms are a healthy, satisfying addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
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Marinade and Mushrooms
- 1 pound fresh cremini or baby bella mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
- 1/4 cup good quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until fully blended, creating a flavorful marinade base for the mushrooms.
- Marinate the Mushrooms: Add cleaned mushrooms to the marinade, tossing them gently to ensure each piece is coated. Let them sit for 20 to 30 minutes so they soak up the tangy, savory mixture.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high. Allow it to become hot enough for creating those beautiful grill marks and enticing smoky flavor.
- Grill the Mushrooms: Place the marinated mushrooms directly on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, turning once until tender, juicy, and caramelized with a slight char.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer grilled balsamic mushrooms to a serving plate and drizzle any remaining marinade on top for an extra burst of flavor. Serve while warm for the best experience.
Notes
- Choose mushrooms of similar size for even grilling.
- Don’t overcrowd the grill; give each mushroom space to cook properly and develop char marks.
- After marinating, lightly drain extra liquid so mushrooms don’t steam on the grill.
- Use skewers to thread mushrooms for easier handling and flipping.
- Let mushrooms rest for a few minutes off the heat to allow juices to redistribute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approx. 4 ounces)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg