Mixed mushroom salad, or insalata di funghi misti, is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. The combination of earthy mushrooms, fresh herbs, and a tangy vinaigrette creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With so many different types of mushrooms available, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating your own mixed mushroom salad. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite recipes for mixed mushroom salads, from classic Italian dishes to more modern creations.
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MIXED MUSHROOM SALAD (INSALATA DI FUNGHI MISTI)
A platter of mushroom salad entices withlayers of bright flavor -- slicedmushrooms (cremini, shiitake,or other types you enjoy), peppery arugula and bitter radicchio, and salty Parmesan.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together lemon juice, herbs, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Whisk in oil. Reserve 1 tablespoon dressing; set aside. Toss the remaining dressing with the mushrooms in a large bowl; set aside.
- Toss together arugula, radicchio, and reserved dressing. Arrange on a large platter. Top with the mushroom mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and drizzle with oil. Season with pepper.
MIXED SALAD (INSALATA MISTA)
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Blend the basil, vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper in a blender. With the machine running, gradually blend in the oil.
- Place the arugula and radicchio in a wide shallow bowl. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrot over the salad. Shave the cucumber into a medium bowl. Pat the cucumber shavings with paper towels to absorb the excess moisture. Add the cucumbers to the salad.
- Do-Ahead Tip: The vinaigrette and salad can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate. Whisk the dressing to blend before using.
- Toss the salad with enough dressing to coat. Season the salad, to taste, with salt and pepper, and serve.
MIXED MUSHROOM SALAD (INSALATA DI FUNGHI MISTI)
From Martha Stewart. I have substituted parmesan cheese with fat free parmesan and omitted olive oil for drizzling. If you'd like olive oil, the amount is 3/4 c for 6 servings.
Provided by Just Happy
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 1 large platter, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk lemon juice, herbs, salt, 1/2 tsp pepper together. Reserve 1 tbsp of mixture, set aside the remainder.
- Toss majority of the dressing with mushrooms in a large bowl, set aside.
- Toss arugula, radicchio and reserved 1 tbsp dressing. Arrange on a large platter. Top with mushroom mixture. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, season with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 420.1, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4.7
MUSHROOM SAUCE - SALSA DI FUNGHI
From: Maryanne Esposito - Ciao Italia------------ Mushrooms Sauce for pasta is a nice alternative to tomato sauce, and goes especially well with whole wheat fettucine. This is a rich dish, so a little goes a long way. This sauce makes enough for 1 lb. of pasta. For those of you that don't know Maryanne Esposito, let me introduce you to a marvelous cook, who cooks only "Authentic" Italian food, and it is incredible! I had the priviledge of meeting Maryanne at a woman's luncheon many years ago, and she has her own cooking show on Channel 11 in NH. She and her husband, who is a local doctor, live in the next town from where I used to live and work.
Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen
Categories Sauces
Time 55m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saute pan, and cook the garlic until it is soft.
- Stir in the mushrooms, and cook until they begin to give off their liquid. Transfer the mushrooms to a bowl, and set aside.
- Brown the pork sausage in the same pan, breaking it up with a fork.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- If the sausage seems dry, add a little butter to the pan while it is cooking.
- Return the mushrooms to the pan, and mix ingredients well.
- Cover the pan and keep warm.
- Cook the fettucine as directed on the package, then drain it, and add it to the pan with the sausage mixture.
- Stir in the cream and cheese, and mix everything quickly over med-high heat, until the mixture is hot.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1184.2, Fat 64.7, SaturatedFat 33.7, Cholesterol 197.9, Sodium 864.1, Carbohydrate 117.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 43
Tips:
- When selecting mushrooms for your salad, choose a variety of colors and textures to create a visually appealing and flavorful dish.
- To clean the mushrooms, gently wipe them with a damp cloth or paper towel. Avoid washing them under running water, as this can make them soggy.
- If you are using dried mushrooms, soak them in warm water for about 30 minutes before using. Once they are softened, drain them and pat them dry.
- To cook the mushrooms, you can sauté them in a pan with olive oil, butter, or a combination of both. Cook them until they are browned and tender.
- For the dressing, you can use a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. You can also add other ingredients to the dressing, such as herbs, spices, or honey.
- To assemble the salad, combine the cooked mushrooms, any other desired ingredients (such as lettuce, arugula, or tomatoes), and the dressing. Toss to coat.
Conclusion:
Mixed mushroom salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. It is a great way to use up leftover mushrooms, and it is also a healthy and satisfying option. With a variety of mushrooms, textures, and flavors to choose from, you can create a salad that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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