Portabella Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0
Healthy and flavorful Portabella Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 large portabella mushrooms
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove , thinly sliced
8 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bunches spinach ( or 1 of each ) or 2 bunches arugula ( or 1 of each )
5 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
1/2 cup shaved parmesan cheese ( or goat cheese or feta )
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
310
Sugar
3g
Fat
27g
A delicious and healthy option for lunch or dinner, this Portabella Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe is packed with flavor and nutrients. The roasted mushrooms add a meaty and earthy flavor to the dish and are complemented by fresh arugula or spinach, shaved cheese, and thinly sliced prosciutto. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette brings all the flavors together and provides a light and low-fat dressing option. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish for dinner, and can be customized with various toppings to add even more flavors. It is a great way to incorporate more vegetables and healthy fats into your diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.Slice the mushrooms into thick pieces, discarding the stem. Place in a large bowl with 1/3 cup of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, sliced garlic, and thyme. Toss well to mix.
3.Place the mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until they have released their water. Drain any excess liquid and let cool.
4.In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup of olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and white pepper to make the vinaigrette.
5.In a large serving bowl, combine spinach or arugula leaves with thinly sliced prosciutto, mushrooms, and shaved cheese. Serve with balsamic vinaigrette on the side.

PROS

This salad is packed with nutrients and fiber from the vegetables and herbs.

The vinaigrette is low in calories, but high in flavor and adds an extra layer of complexity to the dish.

CONS

The preparation of this salad can be time-consuming, with the need to roast the mushrooms before combining with the other ingredients.

Portabella mushrooms can be expensive and difficult to find in some grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is full of nutrients, such as vitamins C and K, iron, and fiber from the spinach or arugula leaves.
The mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants and may improve brain function due to their high level of dietary fiber.
The olive oil base for the vinaigrette has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and other chronic ailments.

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