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Caprese Stuffed Portobello Burgers

Roast portobello caps until tender, then top with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil for a hearty vegetarian meal.

Caprese Stuffed Portobello Burgers

Total

30 min

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 2 large portobello mushroom caps
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar(optional)
  • 1 clove garlic(optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 120 g fresh mozzarella
  • 1 medium tomatoes
  • 6 leaves fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Clean the portobello caps and remove the gills with a spoon. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Roast the portobello caps for 20 minutes, until tender. (Optional: drizzle with balsamic and sprinkle with minced garlic during the last 5 minutes.)

  3. 3

    While the mushrooms roast, slice the tomatoes and tear the basil. Cut mozzarella into slices.

  4. 4

    Remove the mushrooms from the oven and top each cap with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. Return to the oven for 2–3 minutes just to soften the cheese, then serve.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

360

18% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein20 g
Carbohydrate18 g
Fat26 g
Fiber4 g
Sugar6 g
Sodium650 mg

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