Description
Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms offer a flavorful combination of creamy mozzarella, juicy grape tomatoes, and fresh basil, finished with a savory drizzle of balsamic glaze. This recipe is low-carb and healthy, making it a perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- Garlic Butter
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
- Mushrooms
- 5–6 large Portobello Mushrooms, stems removed, washed, and dried
- 5–6 fresh mozzarella cheese balls, thinly sliced
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil, shredded for garnish
- Balsamic Glaze (or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (optional)
Instructions
Preparing the Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to broil/grill settings on high and position the oven shelf in the middle.
- Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl), combine the garlic butter ingredients and melt until garlic is fragrant.
- Mushroom Prep: Brush the bottoms of each mushroom with garlic butter and place them buttered side down on a baking tray. Flip, then brush the remaining garlic butter inside each cap.
- Stuffing: Fill each mushroom with mozzarella slices and tomato slices. Broil/grill until the cheese is melted and golden (about 8 minutes).
Serving
- Garnish with shredded basil, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with salt to taste.
Making the Balsamic Glaze (if not store-bought)
- Combine brown sugar (if using) and balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over high heat.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until the mixture thickens into a glaze. Without sugar, allow to simmer for 12-15 minutes.
Notes
Thoroughly dry the Portobello mushrooms to prevent excess moisture during cooking. Gently squeeze each mushroom with a paper towel to remove any residual liquid.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 101kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g