Description
This Mushroom Cauliflower Skillet is a flavorful, healthy, and easy-to-make vegetarian dish that combines caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and tender cauliflower florets, all infused with Italian seasoning and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying side dish, it highlights the earthy notes of mushrooms and the subtle sweetness of caramelized onions, finished with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes.
Ingredients
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For the Base
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (about 4 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
Vegetables
- 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, halved or quartered if large
Seasonings and Extras
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the fats: Add the butter and olive oil to a large skillet and warm over medium-low heat. Allow the butter to melt completely, creating a rich base for cooking the vegetables.
- Caramelize the onions: Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook gently for about 5 minutes until they begin to caramelize and soften, stirring occasionally. Maintaining a low heat ensures they develop flavor without burning.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: Incorporate the cauliflower florets, cremini mushrooms, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth. Raise the heat slightly to medium and cook for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are browned and tender.
- Infuse with garlic and red pepper: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
- Finish and garnish: Remove from heat, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and red pepper flakes for a touch of heat and freshness. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use both butter and olive oil to prevent the milk solids in butter from burning, which keeps the dish flavorful.
- Cook the onions slowly over low heat to achieve proper caramelization—high heat will cause them to fry instead.
- Periodically move the ingredients around in the pan to ensure even browning and prevent burning.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
