Caprese Portabella Mushrooms
Elevate your appetizer game with these Caprese Portabella Mushrooms, a mouthwatering fusion of classic Italian flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender, oven-roasted Portabella mushroom caps serve as the perfect base for layers of creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves, all finished with a luscious drizzle of balsamic glaze. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe offers an irresistible combination of earthy, savory, and tangy notes. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing starter or a light, elegant main dish, these mushrooms pair beautifully with a crisp salad or toasted bread. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions alike, this dish is a guaranteed hit for lovers of Caprese salad and hearty, plant-based flavors.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Portabella mushrooms (large caps, cleaned and stems removed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 pieces Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Step 2
Using a damp cloth, gently clean the Portabella mushroom caps to remove any dirt. Remove the stems and gills using a spoon, creating a hollow space for the filling.
Step 3
Brush both sides of the mushroom caps with olive oil and place them gill-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4
Sprinkle the insides of the mushrooms with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Place slices of fresh mozzarella cheese into each mushroom cap, dividing evenly among the mushrooms.
Step 6
Top the mozzarella with halved cherry tomatoes, gently pressing them into the cheese.
Step 7
Bake the mushrooms in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8
Remove the mushrooms from the oven and let them cool for 2 minutes. Top each mushroom with fresh basil leaves.
Step 9
Drizzle balsamic glaze over the stuffed mushrooms before serving for a tangy-sweet finish.
Step 10
Serve warm as an appetizer or a main dish with a side of salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (927.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1141.9 |
| Total Fat 78.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 162.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1907.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.2g | |
| Protein 59.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 28.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1267.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2114.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories