Herb-Marinated Grilled Mushrooms
These grilled mushrooms are marinated in a flavorful herb mixture, giving them a delicious and juicy flavor. They're perfect for a summer cookout or a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Mushrooms are one of those vegetables that can be cooked in a variety of ways, but grilling is one of the best methods. Grilling mushrooms gives them a slightly smoky flavor and a juicy texture that's perfect for a summer cookout or a quick and easy weeknight meal. This recipe for herb-marinated grilled mushrooms is a great way to add some flavor to your next grilling session. The mushrooms are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, parsley, basil, thyme, garlic, lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper. This marinade helps to infuse the mushrooms with flavor and makes them extra juicy. Once the mushrooms are marinated, they're grilled over medium-high heat until they're tender and slightly charred. The result is a delicious and flavorful mushroom that's perfect for serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, cleaned and quartered
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, olive oil, parsley, basil, thyme, garlic, lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove the mushrooms from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  6. Skewer the mushrooms onto metal or wooden skewers.
  7. Grill the mushrooms for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Why It Works
  • Marinating the mushrooms in a flavorful herb mixture helps to infuse them with flavor and makes them extra juicy.
  • Grilling the mushrooms over medium-high heat gives them a slightly smoky flavor and a juicy texture.
  • The combination of herbs and lemon zest and juice gives the mushrooms a bright and flavorful taste.