Creamy Nordic Wild Mushroom Salad (Sienisalaatti) (12g Protein)

Published: 8/31/2026

A staple of the Finnish forest harvest, Sienisalaatti is traditionally rich in heavy cream. Our version uses high-protein quark or Greek yogurt to create a clean side dish with a superior macro profile.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 2 cups (150 g) sautéed wild mushrooms (e.g., chanterelles or porcini)
• 1 cup (240 g) plain Greek yogurt or quark
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 1/2 tsp (1 g) white pepper
• 1 tbsp (5 g) fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp (3 g) sea salt

Instructions

1. If using salted mushrooms, soak them in water for 2 hours, then drain and chop. If using fresh, sauté until dry.
2. In a bowl, mix the prepared mushrooms with the Greek yogurt and diced onion.
3. Season with the white pepper and parsley.
4. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Pro Tips

• Flavor Maturation: Chilling the salad allows the sharp onion and earthy mushroom notes to infuse the creamy base, resulting in a more cohesive taste.
• Clean Sourcing: Wild mushrooms offer a deep, complex savoriness (umami) without the pesticides or growth additives often found in cultivated varieties.

See Also

• Creamy Chanterelle Mushroom Sauce
• Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Categories: sides, vegetarian, healthy