Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Caprese stuffed portobello mushrooms are filled with melty mozzarella, juicy grape tomatoes and basil pesto, then finished with balsamic. An easy, Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian dinner or side!
Ingredients
- 6 large Portobello mushroom caps about 4 to 5 inches across, stems and gills removed
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 ounces fresh or shredded mozzarella cheese sliced fresh mozzarella patted dry, or shredded low-moisture
- ½ pint grape tomatoes washed, dried and cut in half (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup fresh pesto store-bought or homemade basil pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (optional):
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wipe the mushroom caps clean with a damp paper towel. Gently twist off the stems, then scrape out the dark gills with a spoon and discard them.
- Using a pastry brush, brush the olive oil over the outside of each cap and around the inside and edges. Set the caps gill side up on the lined baking sheet.
- Divide the mozzarella evenly among the caps. Top each one with the halved grape tomatoes and dot or drizzle with the pesto. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake on the middle rack for 15 to 20 minutes, until the mushrooms are fork-tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Drizzle with aged balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze, if desired, and serve right away.
Notes
Fresh mozzarella releases more liquid than shredded low-moisture mozzarella. Pat it dry before using, and lift the baked mushrooms off the pan with a spatula to leave any juices behind.
For bite-size appetizers, use cremini (baby bella) mushrooms and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. These don't freeze well.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 9gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 381mgPotassium: 421mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 937IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 183mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition details are an estimate, per serving.
