These zesty Italian Marinated Mushrooms are an easy side that compliments many main courses as well as makes a great side. They’re a unique addition to any charcuterie board and can be pulled together in under 15 minutes.
Mushrooms have always been a staple in our home and I use them in tons of recipes. Most recently I’ve been making this Cream of Mushroom Chicken and it’s a huge family hit.
The best part about mushrooms is obviously their taste, but their ability to take a simple recipe to the next level flavor-wise like they do in Salisbury Steak or Beef Stroganoff.
These mushrooms are even simpler than those recipes but have an intense zesty Italian flavor. They are filled with garlic and herbs, which pairs nicely with steak like Churrasco. There are so many ways you can use them too.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Great for holiday meals. These easy marinated mushrooms are beautiful in any holiday spread but pair well with hearty meals. The marinade itself is delicious and can be spooned over turkey, ham, duck, or even chicken.
- A unique addition to a charcuterie board or even use these marinated mushrooms for antipasto. Add a bowl of these to your next charcuterie board or antipasto salad for a flavor punch your guests will love.
- Easy to make. You’ll love how simple this recipe is to make. Prep the mushrooms and prepare the marinade and you’re done. You do need to let the mushrooms marinate so they soak up all the flavor, but you let them soak overnight.
Ingredients Needed
Ingredient Notes
- Mushrooms – For this recipe, I like to use a mixture of smaller button mushrooms and crimini mushrooms because they have large round tops. The mushrooms will need to be whole.
- Olive Oil – The oil is a key ingredient in the marinade so you’ll want to use a high-quality type of olive oil to get the best flavor.
- Cider Vinegar – Cider vinegar will work best but you can also use champagne vinegar or red wine vinegar too.
- Italian Seasoning – Make your own Italian seasoning or use the store-bought mixture, both will work.
How to Make the Best Marinated Mushrooms
- Blanch the mushrooms. Pour the water into a large pot and add the mushrooms and salt. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Drain and let the mushrooms cool.
- Prepare the marinade. In a small bowl whisk the olive oil, cider vinegar, lemon juice, shallots, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, and fresh parsley together to make the marinade.
- Marinate. Allow the mushrooms to soak up the delicious flavor by placing the mushrooms into a large bowl and pouring the marinade on top. Toss to coat the mushrooms and then cover and refrigerate. Let them sit for around 8 hours or overnight.
Serving Suggestions
- Appetizer in a bowl.
- Place them on a charcuterie board.
- Spoon them over steak, chicken, or fish.
- Serve them as a side dish.
- Toss them into an antipasto or any pasta.
- Spread them on pizza.
- Serve them with eggs for breakfast.
Storage and Make Ahead Instructions
You can easily make these mushrooms ahead of when you plan on serving them and easily store them in your fridge. They’re ready to enjoy after just 5 minutes of marinating but the longer they soak the better. This version of marinated mushrooms doesn’t freeze well, unfortunately.
- Storage and Leftovers Instructions – Place the mushrooms along with the marinade into an air-tight container and place it in the fridge. They will last for up to 10 days stored properly.
- Make-Ahead Instructions – Follow the recipe directions and then just place them in an air-tight container and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve. I recommend making them 1 to 2 days in advance.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Wash and prep your mushrooms. Wash the mushrooms to remove any sediment that could muddy the marinade as well as remove the stems.
- You can enjoy the mushrooms after only 5 minutes of letting them marinate but I recommend keeping them in the fridge overnight or up to 8 hours before trying them.
- These mushrooms will last up to 10 days if stored properly in the fridge.
FAQS
You can marinate any mushroom, but some are better than others. Button mushrooms and Crimini mushrooms, which have bulbous tops can soak up a bunch of the marinade, which makes them the best options.
If stored in an air-tight container in the fridge marinated mushrooms will last for up to 10 days.
The ways in which you can use these zesty mushrooms are endless. To enjoy them as they are I recommend serving them as an appetizer or on a charcuterie board, but there are many other ways to use them.
Toss them into some pasta or a salad. Add them to your pizza heat them and spoon some on top of steak, chicken, or even fish. They are also great for grilling or adding to kabobs. Lastly, try them with some scrambled or fried eggs.
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Marinated Mushrooms
Equipment
- Large Pot
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Crimini Mushrooms washed and stems removed
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt divided
- ¼ cup Olive Oil
- ⅓ cup Cider Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 medium Shallot diced
- 3 Garlic Cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- Fresh Parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Pour the water into a large pot and add the mushrooms and salt. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Drain and let the mushrooms cool.
- In a small bowl whisk the olive oil, cider vinegar, lemon juice, shallots, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, and fresh parsley together to make the marinade.
- Allow the mushrooms to soak up the delicious flavor by placing the mushrooms into a large bowl and pouring the marinade on top. Toss to coat the mushrooms and then cover and refrigerate. Let them sit for around 8 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Wash and prep your mushrooms. Wash the mushrooms to remove any sediment that could muddy the marinade as well as remove the stems.
- You can enjoy the mushrooms after only 5 minutes of letting them marinate but I recommend keeping them in the fridge overnight or up to 8 hours before trying them.
- These mushrooms will last up to 10 days if stored properly in the fridge.
Storage and Make-Ahead Instructions
- Storage and Leftovers Instructions – Place the mushrooms along with the marinade into an air-tight container and place it in the fridge. They will last for up to 10 days stored properly.
- Make-Ahead Instructions – Follow the recipe directions and then just place them in an air-tight container and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve. I recommend making them 1 to 2 days in advance.
