If you're seeking a quick, delicious, and health-boosting meal, this mushroom pasta recipe is a must-try. Featuring the unique Agaricus blazei mushroom—renowned for its immune-boosting and gut-friendly properties—this dish blends gourmet flavor with impressive health benefits in under 20 minutes.
Why Choose Agaricus blazei?
Also known as the almond mushroom, Agaricus blazei is prized not only for its slightly sweet, nutty flavor but also for its powerful bioactive compounds. Scientific studies have shown that this mushroom contains high levels of polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which can enhance immune function, balance the gut microbiota, and exhibit anti-inflammatory effects (Hetland et al., 2008; Firenzuoli et al., 2008).
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 150g sliced wet Agaricus blazei mushrooms (from mushroom tea or rehydrated dried slices)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 oz spaghetti (whole-grain, brown rice, or quinoa pasta for added nutrition)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- Salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes to taste
Instructions:
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Boil the Pasta:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your pasta until al dente, reserving ½ cup of the cooking water before draining. -
Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic:
In a large skillet over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (1–2 minutes). Add the Agaricus blazei mushrooms and sauté until their liquid releases and reduces, about 5–7 minutes. -
Create the Sauce:
Add the reserved pasta water and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir until a smooth, creamy sauce forms. -
Combine and Serve:
Toss in the cooked pasta and fresh lemon juice. Stir to coat evenly—season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste. Serve warm, topped with extra cheese if desired.
Why This Mushroom Pasta Recipe Supports Your Health
Unlike your average pasta night, this mushroom pasta recipe provides a powerful dose of immune- and gut-supportive nutrients. Studies have demonstrated that Agaricus blazei supplementation may reduce inflammation, strengthen immune cell activity, and even help support healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels (Wisitrassameewong et al., 2012; Zhang et al., 2020).
Combined with garlic (a known antimicrobial) and lemon juice (rich in vitamin C), this meal does more than satisfy your taste buds—it supports your overall wellness.
Final Thoughts
Quick to prepare and loaded with flavor, this mushroom pasta recipe is a comforting way to enjoy a functional food like Agaricus blazei. It's a great choice whether you're cooking for health, convenience, or both. The dish becomes vegan if you replace parmesan cheese with a dairy-free alternative.
Pro tip: Highly recommend watching our Agaricus blazei tea recipe. After making the immune mushroom tea, keep all rehydrated Agaricus blazei slices on hand for weekday meals—you’ll always be just 20 minutes away from a hearty, nourishing pasta night. Please ensure that rehydrated mushrooms are refrigerated and cooked within a few days.
Where to buy organic Agaricus blazei mushroom slices
Please click here to find high-quality organic Agaricus blazei mushroom fruiting body dried slices for this immune-boosting mushroom pasta. It's a perfect recovery meal for those living stressful daily lives.
References
- Firenzuoli, F., Gori, L., & Lombardo, G. (2008). The medicinal mushroom Agaricus blazei Murrill: Review of literature and pharmaco-toxicological problems. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 5(1), 3–15. https://doi.org/10.1093/ecam/nem007
- Hetland, G., Johnson, E., Bernardshaw, S., Lyberg, T., & Tryggestad, A. M. A. (2008). An extract of the medicinal mushroom Agaricus blazei Murill differentially stimulates production of proinflammatory cytokines in human monocytes and human vein endothelial cells in vitro. Scandinavian Journal of Immunology, 68(6), 646–656. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-3083.2008.02175.x
- Wisitrassameewong, K., Karunarathna, S. C., Thongklang, N., Zhao, R., Callac, P., Chukeatirote, E., & Hyde, K. D. (2012). Agaricus subrufescens: A review. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 19(2), 131–146. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjbs.2011.12.002
- Zhang, Y., Liu, Y., & Wang, Y. (2020). Immunomodulatory and anticancer activities of polysaccharides from Agaricus blazei Murill and related species: A review. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 148, 1008–1015. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.01.161