Gourmet Portabella Mushroom Burger

Transform your burger night with this Gourmet Portabella Mushroom Burger, a mouthwatering vegetarian alternative bursting with flavor. Juicy, marinated portabella mushroom caps are grilled to perfection, topped with melted cheddar cheese, and paired with crisp arugula, fresh tomato, and red onion for a perfect balance of textures. The homemade garlic aioli, laced with zesty lemon and garlic powder, takes this burger to the next level, adding a creamy, tangy element to every bite. Served on toasted buns and ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is an easy, gourmet delight that's perfect for both weeknights and special occasions. Whether you're a vegetarian or just craving a lighter, veggie-forward option, this burger delivers bold, satisfying flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Portabella mushroom caps
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 Cheddar cheese slices
• 1 cup Arugula
• 1 Tomato, sliced
• 1 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Clean the portabella mushroom caps by gently wiping them with a damp cloth and remove the stems.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Brush the marinade all over the mushroom caps, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the mushrooms marinate, prepare the garlic aioli by mixing the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 5

Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Brush the grill with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the marinated mushrooms on the grill, gill side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until tender and slightly charred. Add a slice of cheddar cheese to the top of each mushroom cap during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes, until lightly golden.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous layer of garlic aioli on the bottom bun. Top with the grilled mushroom (cheese side up), arugula, tomato slices, and red onion. Finish with the top bun.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful gourmet portabella mushroom burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1117.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2414.3

Total Fat 183.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 217.2mg	0%
Sodium 4201.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28.0IU	0%
Calcium 1075.3mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2049.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.7%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 22.8%