Name: Sautéed Mushrooms with Lemon and Thyme
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) mushrooms (any variety); 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional: additional herbs like rosemary or tarragon

Sautéed mushrooms with lemon, thyme, and fresh herbs offer a delightful combination of earthy, tangy, and fragrant flavors. The mushrooms are first cooked in butter until golden, then elevated with aromatic thyme, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. This dish is perfect as a side or topping for meats, pasta, or grains. The balance of umami-rich mushrooms with the citrusy zest of lemon and the freshness of thyme and herbs creates a simple yet sophisticated dish that complements a wide variety of meals.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

Use a mix of mushroom varieties like cremini, shiitake, and button for added depth of flavor.
Don’t overcrowd the pan while sautéing to ensure the mushrooms brown properly.
Adjust the lemon juice to your preference for tanginess.
Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or tarragon can be swapped depending on availability.

Yield: 4 servings

Sautéed Mushrooms with Lemon and Thyme

Quick and easy sautéed mushrooms with lemon, thyme, and fresh herbs, perfect as a side dish or topping.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) mushrooms (any variety)
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: additional herbs like rosemary or tarragon

Instructions

Clean and slice the mushrooms evenly.
Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are golden brown.
Add thyme and continue to cook for another minute.
Squeeze lemon juice over the mushrooms and stir.
Garnish with fresh parsley or additional herbs and serve warm.

Notes

For a richer flavor, substitute butter with ghee or add a splash of white wine during cooking.
To make this dish vegan, omit the butter and use all olive oil.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 90Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 15mgSodium 122mgCarbohydrates 2gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 0g

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