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The recipe

Diabetic Friendly Air Fryer Mushrooms

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Servings
4 servings

Nutrition Facts

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Original author values. Recipe yield: 4 servings.

calories
80

2× the original author values. Recipe yield: 4 servings.

calories
160

3× the original author values. Recipe yield: 4 servings.

calories
240
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds cremini (baby bella) mushrooms — halved if small, quartered if large; white button or portobello slices also work
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil — or avocado oil; just enough to lightly coat
  • 3 cloves garlic — minced; or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt — plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper — freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika — optional, for depth and color
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder — optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary — finely chopped; optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley — chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice — or 1 to 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter — optional; for steakhouse-style finish
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan — optional; if dairy fits your plan

Instructions

  1. Wipe mushrooms with a damp paper towel or give a very quick rinse and pat fully dry to encourage browning.
  2. Halve smaller mushrooms and quarter larger ones so pieces are similar in size.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F so the basket is hot before adding mushrooms.
  4. In a bowl, toss mushrooms with olive oil, minced garlic (or garlic powder), kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and herbs until lightly and evenly coated.
  5. Spread mushrooms in a loose, even layer in the hot air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed to avoid crowding.
  6. Air fry at 380°F for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until edges are caramel-brown and centers are tender.
  7. Transfer hot mushrooms to a bowl and toss with parsley and lemon juice (or balsamic).
  8. For a steakhouse vibe, melt in the butter and add a final grind of pepper; sprinkle Parmesan if desired.
  9. Taste and adjust salt and acid to balance the savory flavors.
  10. Serve immediately as a side or spoon over steak, chicken, salmon, cauliflower rice, or zucchini noodles.

Notes

Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Expect some liquid release; it’s normal. Reheat in the air fryer at 360°F for 3 to 4 minutes to re-crisp, or warm in a skillet over medium heat with a touch of oil to evaporate moisture. Microwave in a pinch, noting the texture will be softer. Great cold on salads or added to omelets, grain bowls, and lettuce wraps.

Source: https://simplersavory.com/diabetic-friendly-air-fryer-mushrooms/