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Roasted Oyster Mushroom and Millet Bowl – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Roasted Oyster Mushroom and Millet Bowl

A sophisticated yet simple plant-based meal featuring fluffy millet, hearty lentils, crispy oyster mushrooms, and a vibrant thyme-infused vinaigrette. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a dinner party.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 456

Ingredients
  

  • Millet and Mushrooms
  • 1 cup (200 g / 7.1 oz) uncooked millet
  • 1¼ lb / 567g (20 oz) oyster mushrooms, torn into bite-size pieces
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 4 tsp (20 ml) olive oil
  • 2 Tbs fresh thyme
  • 1 15-oz / 425g (15 oz) can lentils, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup (65 g / 2.29 oz) tamari-flavored roasted pumpkin seeds, optional
Dressing
  • 2 Tbs olive oil
  • 1 Tbs apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbs pure maple syrup
  • 1 Tbs low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 Tbs fresh thyme, or 1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • For extra crispy mushrooms, roast them in a single layer on the baking sheet. Use two sheets if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which can cause them to steam instead of roast.
  • To enhance the nutty flavor of the millet, toast it in the dry saucepan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, before adding the water.
  • This salad is fantastic for meal prep. Store the millet/lentil mixture, roasted vegetables, and dressing in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Assemble just before serving.
  • No oyster mushrooms? King trumpet, shiitake, or cremini mushrooms also work beautifully in this recipe. Adjust roasting time as needed.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F / 220°C. Lightly grease a large baking sheet.
  2. Cook the millet: In a medium saucepan, bring 2½ cups of water to a boil.
  3. Stir in the millet, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the millet is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  4. Roast the vegetables: While the millet cooks, spread the torn oyster mushrooms and sliced red onion on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle with 4 tsp. (20 ml) olive oil, sprinkle with 2 Tbs. fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Toss to coat evenly and roast for 20 minutes, until the mushrooms are browned and crispy at the edges.
  7. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together all the dressing : 2 Tbs. olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, 1 Tbs. fresh thyme, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard.
  8. Assemble the bowls: In a large bowl, combine the cooked millet, rinsed lentils, and half of the thyme vinaigrette.
  9. Toss well.
  10. Divide the millet mixture among four bowls, top with the roasted mushrooms and onions, and drizzle with the remaining dressing.
  11. Garnish with tamari pumpkin seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 456kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 18gFat: 14g

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