Sautéed Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic
Earthy mushrooms cooked with garlic and fresh thyme until tender and deeply flavored. This vegetarian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 11 minutes pairs mushrooms, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and liquid evaporates.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp fresh thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 tsp butter and 1/4 tsp salt, then toss until butter melts and mushrooms are glossy, cooking for 1 more minute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 11 minutes (5 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mushrooms from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sautéed Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
