Deconstructed Stuffed Mushrooms with Walnuts and Cottage Cheese
February 23, 2025Love the rich, savory goodness of stuffed mushrooms but don’t have the time (or patience) to stuff each individual cap? Enter deconstructed stuffed mushrooms with walnuts and cottage cheese—a simple, fuss-free way to enjoy all those delicious flavors without the extra work.This easy dish gives you tender mushrooms and a satisfying, comforting bite in every spoonful— without turning on your oven.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 TBS olive oil (divided)
- ½ yellow onion, small dice
- salt
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tsp fresh thyme OR 1 tsp dried
- 16 oz sliced baby bella mushrooms
- 1 cup roughly chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup cottage cheese
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 TBS of the olive oil. Add the onions with a big pinch of salt. Sauté the onions for about 3 minutes until they soften.2 TBS olive oil, ½ yellow onion, small dice, salt
- Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tsp fresh thyme
- Add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet. Stir occasionally and let them cook down for about 5 minutes until they soften, release their moisture, and start to brown.16 oz sliced baby bella mushrooms
- Stir in the chopped walnuts and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.1 cup roughly chopped walnuts
- Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the cottage cheese. Taste for salt and add more if needed.¼ cup cottage cheese
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a pop of color and freshness. Enjoy over rice or serve as a flavorful side dish.fresh parsley for garnish