Description
These marinated grilled mushroom skewers offer a flavorful and healthy vegan side dish perfect for any barbecue or Mediterranean-inspired meal. The mushrooms are marinated in a savory mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and fresh herbs, then grilled until tender and charred, delivering a delicious, smoky taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb whole cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, fresh rosemary or thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Mushrooms: Add the whole cremini or button mushrooms to the marinade and toss well to coat all mushrooms evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even flavor absorption.
- Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat for optimal cooking.
- Thread the Mushrooms: Remove mushrooms from the marinade and thread them onto the prepared skewers, leaving a little space between each mushroom to allow even cooking and char.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the mushroom skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 8–10 minutes, turning them every 2–3 minutes to ensure all sides are tender and beautifully charred.
- Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve warm as a delicious vegan side dish or appetizer alongside salads, grilled vegetables, or your favorite grilled meats.
Notes
- Pairs well with grilled vegetables, leafy green salads, or as a side to grilled meats for a complete meal.
- Feel free to substitute fresh rosemary or thyme with Italian seasoning or fresh parsley for a different flavor profile.
- Leftover grilled mushrooms can be chopped and added to salads, grain bowls, or wraps for an easy meal booster.
- If you prefer, you can substitute cremini mushrooms with button mushrooms or other firm mushrooms suitable for grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes to 2 hours marinating time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
