Jennie’s Roasted Celery and Mushrooms
Jennie’s Roasted Celery and Mushrooms is a delightful side dish that celebrates the natural flavors of its ingredients. The vibrant combination of roasted celery, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic shallots creates a dish that’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. This recipe is versatile enough to complement various main courses or shine in a vegetarian spread. An easy preparation method makes it suitable for cooks at any skill level, ensuring that you can whip up a healthy and satisfying side with minimal effort. Enjoy this savory medley as part of your next family meal or festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups celery (1" chunks)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or shiitake)
- 1 cup sliced shallots
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple juice vinegar
- Whole cumin seeds
- Whole celery seeds
- Fresh thyme
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a small saucepan, toast whole cumin seeds, celery seeds, and black pepper over medium heat until fragrant (2-3 minutes). Crush lightly with a pestle and add apple juice vinegar; warm slightly and stir in fresh thyme.
- On a baking sheet, combine chopped celery, sliced shallots, and mushrooms. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp. Transfer to a mixing bowl, toss with vinaigrette, and add chopped celery leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg