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Marinated Mushrooms are button mushrooms, briefly sauteed then marinated in a simple, homemade Italian dressing. This 15-minute mushroom recipe makes the perfect, healthy topping and condiment for salads, sandwiches, and snacks. It’s naturally vegan and gluten-free!

pan of marinated mushrooms

Easy Marinated Mushrooms

I’m dedicating this scrumptious recipe to my dad who told me that marinated mushrooms belonged on my blog. He was right!

He’s such a fan of them, and I never tire of hearing him talk about how he makes them.

So, what’s a girl to do but take his advice, write a recipe inspired by him, and dedicate it to him.

chopped, raw mushrooms on cutting board

How to serve marinated mushrooms

These mushrooms will quickly become your favorite add ons to:

  • leafy salads
  • pasta salads
  • cold sandwiches
  • BBQ side dish
  • antipasto appetizer (serve with toothpicks)
  • a healthy snack for any occasion

Now that you know how to serve these beauties, let’s get down to brass tacks!

How to make marinated mushrooms

* See full recipe below

Step 1. Prepare mushrooms by slicing into halves or quarters (or leave whole if they’re small enough).

Step 2. Briefly saute the mushrooms in oil over medium heat until tender; allow to cool.

Step 3. Whisk together ingredients for Italian vinaigrette.

Step 4. Place mushrooms in a storage container and pour the vinaigrette over the mushrooms.

Step 6. Serve immediately, or allow to refrigerate and marinate up to 5 days, stirring as needed. Serve chilled.

pan of marinated mushrooms with Italian dressing being poured over them

Is it OK to marinate mushrooms overnight?

Yes, in fact, the longer you allow them to marinate (maximum 5 days), the better they taste.

Their flavor develops more every day, so making them a day or two in advance is highly recommended!

Do marinated mushrooms need to be refrigerated?

Yes, they do need to be refrigerated, both during and after the marinating process.

Even though mushrooms are often kept at room temperature, the minute you combine them with the marinade for this recipe, they need to be chilled to prevent spoilage.

How long do marinated mushrooms last in the fridge?

These marinated mushrooms last up to five days in the refrigerator.

According to my dad though, they won’t make it that long b/c you can’t help yourself eating them one by one.

marinated mushrooms in white bowl

Marinated Mushroom Ingredients:

  • button mushrooms
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • white wine vinegar
  • fresh garlic
  • dried onion flakes
  • Italian seasoning
  • cane sugar
  • crushed red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste

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marinated mushrooms top image, Italian dressing pouring into raw mushrooms (bottom image), title text in center

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Easy Marinated Mushrooms

Marinated Mushrooms are button mushrooms, briefly sauteed then marinated in a simple, homemade Italian dressing. This 15-minute mushroom recipe makes the perfect, healthy topping and condiment for salads, sandwiches, and snacks. It's naturally vegan and gluten-free!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 1/2-cup servings
Calories 314kcal
Author Traci Antonovich

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Button Mushrooms 5 cups, halved
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Vinegar
  • 4 cloves Garlic finely grated
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Onion Flakes
  • 2 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Sugar optional
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

Heat the mushrooms:

  • Heat OLIVE OIL in skillet on medium high heat.
  • Add MUSHROOMS; sauté a few minutes until tender; remove from heat and allow to cool.

Make the Italian vinaigrette

  • In a mixing bowl, combine OLIVE OIL, WHITE WINE VINEGAR, GARLIC, ONION FLAKES, ITALIAN SEASONING, (optional) SUGAR, CRUSHED RED PEPPER FLAKES, SALT, and PEPPER; whisk until creamy and well combined.

Add marinade to mushrooms

  • Place MUSHROOMS in an airtight container; pour the vinaigrette over them.
  • Serve immediately, or allow to refrigerate and marinate up to 5 days, stirring as needed.

Serving ideas:

  • Top your favorite leafy salad, pasta salad, sandwich, or wrap. Or serve as an appetizer or healthy snack for any occasion.

RECIPE NOTES

Recipe Yield: 2 cups
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, and are estimates based on unbranded ingredients acquired from a nutrition database. For accurate calculations, please refer to brand packaging information and consult your nutritionist.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Easy Marinated Mushrooms
Amount Per Serving (0.5 cup)
Calories 314 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Sodium 308mg13%
Potassium 797mg23%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 80IU2%
Vitamin C 6.6mg8%
Calcium 55mg6%
Iron 2.4mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  3. Sara | Belly Rumbles says

    5 stars
    So glad your dad convinced you to share this recipe with us. It looks so easy and tasty. I’ve always purchased marinated mushrooms before, not any more, will be giving your recipe a go.

    Reply

  8. Sandi says

    5 stars
    I think these marinated mushrooms would taste amazing on pasta or even an alfredo pasta. It would kick the flavor up a notch.

    Reply

  12. Elaine @ Dishes Delish says

    5 stars
    My sister loves marinated mushrooms so much that when she was little, she cried when they were gone. Your recipe looks really delicious and easy. The hardest part will be waiting for them to marinate in the fridge!

    Reply

    • Traci Antonovich says

      Omgosh she cried when the mushrooms were gone? That’s the most adorable thing I’ve heard all day! Hope you get to try these sometime…and share them with your sister 🙂

  13. Stephanie says

    5 stars
    I eat mushrooms pretty regularly but never thought to marinate them like this. Not sure why but seems so easy & delicious. Can’t wait to try your Dads mushrooms!

    Reply

  16. Julia says

    5 stars
    I have never tried marinated mushrooms but I like the idea. Especially when using Italian dressing as a marinade 🙂

    Reply

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