Healthy Recipes Ingredients Healthy Mushroom Recipes Balsamic Butter Mushroom Bites 5.0 (3) 3 Reviews These party-ready balsamic mushrooms combine the rich, savory flavors of mushrooms with the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar. Serve them on skewers, alongside crusty bread or as a side dish for grilled or roasted meat. Brown cremini mushrooms, in combination with the balsamic, offer a rich presentation, but white button mushrooms, while lighter, will work well too. By Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of 6, and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida, area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at Dotdash Meredith. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on August 6, 2024 Tested by Amanda Stanfield Tested by Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield is a Test Kitchen assistant in the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. After graduation, Amanda worked in the nonprofit sector as a marketing associate for a global nonprofit organization. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Later she gained her culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and went on to work in a variety of kitchens from boutique restaurants to conference hotels. As a true foodie, Amanda seeks out nutritious and unique flavors to inspire others to eat happily and healthfully. When she's not cooking up delicious recipes, you can find her lap swimming in the pool or watching a good sci-fi movie. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Mediterranean Diet Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe These Balsamic Butter Mushroom Bites are perfectly poppable party appetizers. The gut-healthy balsamic vinegar offers up an acidic tang that is tamed by the velvety smooth honey and butter. As the antioxidant-rich mushrooms cook, the sauce thickens up and hides in the crevices of the mushrooms, providing incredibly complex sweet and sour notes in each tender, earthy bite. Keep reading for expert tips, including why you should cut the mushrooms into evenly sized pieces. Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! Cut the mushrooms into evenly sized pieces so they all roast in the same amount of time. If you don’t want to quarter them, you can purchase pre-sliced mushrooms, but cooking times may vary. You can also use a tube of grated garlic to save time in the kitchen.Turn this appetizer into a meal: Make a double batch of sauce and brush it over salmon or chicken on the same sheet pan as the mushrooms, or use the sauce as a marinade for meat or grilled shrimp.If you don’t like mushrooms, try this recipe with your favorite veggie, like asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, edamame, red or yellow potatoes or sweet potatoes. You may need to adjust the roasting time. Nutrition Notes While mushrooms’ earthy color might not fit the typical “eat the rainbow” motto, what they lack in color they make up for in nutritional value. Since they’re loaded with prebiotic fiber, B vitamins and antioxidants, regularly eating mushrooms may help reduce inflammation and chronic disease. Many types of mushrooms also provide vitamin D, a vitamin that many people fall short of that is necessary for strong and healthy bones, muscles, nervous system and immune system. Like all types of vinegar, balsamic vinegar is fermented, making it good for your gut by adding beneficial bacteria. There is some evidence that the antioxidants in balsamic vinegar may help reduce blood pressure and support healthy skin. Typically made from cow’s milk and cream, butter’s rich, creamy flavor is hard to replicate. While butter’s primary nutrient is fat, it also contributes some vitamin A—11% of your day’s worth in 1 tablespoon of butter, per the USDA. And the fat in butter will help your body better absorb fat-soluble vitamins, including vitamin D, in the mushrooms. Regarding the big picture, as with any other food, you don’t want to make butter your only fat source. Include it in your diet along with other types of fat, like olive oil and avocado oil. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1½ teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon grated garlic ¼ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper 1 pound cremini mushrooms, quartered Chopped parsley for garnish (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Whisk 3 tablespoons vinegar, 2½ tablespoons melted butter, 2 teaspoons mustard, 1½ teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Add 1 pound quartered mushrooms; toss until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Roast, stirring once halfway through, until the mushrooms are tender and browned and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the mushrooms, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a plate and garnish with parsley, if desired. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Frequently Asked Questions What is the best way to store mushrooms? Moisture wreaks havoc on mushrooms, causing them to degrade and become slimy. The best way to prevent that and keep them fresher longer is to wrap unwashed mushrooms in a paper towel, place them in a brown paper bag (don’t close the bag) and put them in your refrigerator crisper drawer until you’re ready to use them. If the mushrooms are whole, they should last 4 to 7 days; if sliced, 1 to 2 days. Can I substitute the cremini mushrooms? Absolutely. You can substitute them with oyster mushrooms, which also absorb the flavors of the cooking liquid well. Can I make this recipe ahead? These Balsamic Butter Mushroom Bites are best eaten right away, but you can make the sauce ahead, which will save time. What pairs well with balsamic mushrooms? In addition to serving balsamic mushrooms with skewers, they’re excellent with our Grilled Flank Steak with Tomato Salad, Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken or Vegan Black Bean Burgers. EatingWell.com, August 2024 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 110 Calories 7g Fat 10g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size about ½ cup Calories 110 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 10g 3% Dietary Fiber 1g 3% Total Sugars 6g Protein 3g 6% Total Fat 7g 9% Saturated Fat 5g 23% Cholesterol 19mg 6% Vitamin A 61µg Vitamin C 0mg 0% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 0mg 2% Folate 29µg Vitamin K 1µg Sodium 210mg 9% Calcium 29mg 2% Iron 1mg 3% Magnesium 13mg 3% Potassium 533mg 11% Zinc 1mg 12% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. Carrie Myers, M.S. Carrie Myers is a portfolio entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in the health and wellness space. As a freelance writer and editor, Carrie has worked for both consumer and trade print and online publications. She's been quoted in several articles as a health and fitness expert. 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