Mushrooms With Onions & Tomatoes

Mushrooms are low in calories and are a rich source of minerals and protein. Here is another delicious way to eat more of them :-}! These are fabulous served warm over toast or English muffins for a quick snack or meal.

Mushrooms with onions and tomatoes may be made ahead; reheat and then add the parsley and lime/lemon just before serving. For those who include dairy, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese might be a welcome addition.

For more ways to enjoy mushrooms, try stuffed with cream cheese, Stroganoff, ragout and creamy sauce. Or add them to fried rice, risotto, soups, and salads.

4 Servings

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/2 tsp Red Pepper flakes

1/4 tsp Turmeric

8 oz Mushrooms, any kind - thickly sliced

1 small to medium Onion, chopped finely

2-3 Ripe Tomatoes, finely chopped

Sea Salt to taste

4 Tbsp fresh Parsley, finely chopped

a little fresh Lime/Lemon juice

Freshly cooked grains or Pasta, Warm toast or English muffins to serve

Method:

Heat the oil with the onion, a pinch of salt, red pepper flakes and turmeric and cook over moderate heat until onions are soft.

Stir in the mushrooms and cook until they begin to exude some moisture.

Stir in the tomatoes with salt to taste and cook covered for about 20 to 25 minutes over low heat stirring now and then.

Remove from heat and stir in the parsley.

Sprinkle with a squirt of lime/lemon juice to taste and mix well.

Serve hot/warm over pasta, toast, or English muffins. Enjoy!!