Marinated Mushroom Salad

Marinated Mushroom Salad – You’ve been warned: This marinated mushroom salad is ultra addictive! Made with olive oil, balsamic, garlic and fresh parsley, this quick and easy mushroom salad comes together in just 10 minutes or less. It is ideal as a BBQ side, a holiday side dish or to serve with a busy weeknight dinner. This marinated mushroom salad is also perfect at picnics and parties. It keeps very well in the refrigerator so you can easily make it ahead of time.

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Ingredients list for the marinated mushroom salad

• 2 pounds mushrooms, sliced lengthwise (we used cremini)
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes, optional

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Directions

1. To make the marinated mushroom salad: In a bowl, combine in the mixture of olive oil, balsamic, garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes 

2. Add cleaned and sliced mushrooms to a large salad bowl and pour the mixture over. Toss to coat well and marinate the sliced mushrooms for 30 minutes in the refrigerator or at room temperature.

3. Serve the marinated mushroom salad with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil, if you like. Enjoy! ❤️

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Tips for the mushroom salad recipe

Mushrooms can be considered tasteless or bland by many, but when you toss them in a garlic, olive oil, and soy marinade, they’ll get all the attention! Here are some tips to consider before you get started with your marinated mushroom salad:

• Clean the mushrooms instead of washing underwater. Brush off any excess dirt with a damp paper towel. Do not rinse mushrooms under running water as they will absorb the moisture like a sponge, resulting in a watery salad.
• You can replace balsamic with white or red wine vinegar if you like the marinated mushrooms less sweet.
• You can add a savory twist by adding a few drops of soy sauce to the marinade. It’s delicious but have a taste beforehand to make sure everyone can like it!

How to serve the marinated mushrooms salad?

You can serve the marinated mushroom salad as a refreshing hors d’oeuvre or appetizer, or as a side dish for your grilled meats and chicken. A slice of crusty bread on the side is a must!

How and how long to keep the marinated mushroom salad leftovers?

You can keep the marinated mushrooms for 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The salad holds very well, but past this time, mushrooms can get mushy. Bring to room temperature before serving and add a few drops of olive oil to loosen the sauce if necessary.

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