Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.25 cup

balsamic vinegar

0.25 cup

soy sauce

4 unit

portobello mushrooms

cleaned, gills removed, quartered, and sliced

1 unit

red onion

diced

1 cup

baby spinach

soaked, rinsed, and dried

2 unit

fresh tomatoes

ripe

1 tbsp

fresh dill

minced

Step 1
~3 min

Combine balsamic vinegar and soy sauce in a skillet.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat the mixture over medium heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add the sliced portobello mushrooms to the skillet.

Step 4
~3 min

Poach the mushrooms in the sauce, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Let the mushrooms cool down.

Step 7
~3 min

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled mushrooms, diced red onion, baby spinach, and chopped tomatoes.

Step 8
~3 min

Toss the salad ingredients together gently.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve the salad chilled, family style.

Step 10
~3 min

Garnish with minced fresh dill before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the mushrooms for a longer time for a deeper flavor.

Add toasted nuts for extra crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or light meal.

Pairs well with grilled bread or a crusty roll.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Grilled Fish
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion

Cultural Significance

Modern Salad

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100

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