Citrus Marinated Mushrooms Cooking Light Recipe

Elevate your taste buds with this vibrant and easy Citrus Marinated Mushroom recipe! Inspired by Cooking Light magazine (January 2006), this recipe bursts with fresh citrus, sweet, sour, and spicy Asian flavors. Perfect as a refreshing salad or side dish, the mushrooms soak up the marinade for an explosion of taste. Marinating overnight is key for maximum flavor! Quick to prepare and incredibly delicious, this recipe is a must-try for mushroom lovers and Asian cuisine enthusiasts.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 56.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Citrus Marinated Mushrooms Cooking Light

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How to Make Citrus Marinated Mushrooms Cooking Light

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1/4 cup water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, or until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon orange zest, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 tablespoon lime zest.
  5. In a large bowl, combine 1 pound of mushrooms (quartered if large) with the prepared citrus marinade.
  6. Gently toss to ensure all mushrooms are evenly coated.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully meld.
  8. Before serving, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  9. Toss gently to combine and serve chilled.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

1g

Carbs

2g