Grilled Portabella Burgers

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Grilled Portabella Burgers – A Meatless Delight
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomato packed in oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme , chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano , chopped
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon peel
4 large portabella mushrooms , cleaned and stems removed
4 pieces focaccia bread , split
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
413
Sugar
5g
Fat
22g
This delicious recipe is a solution to those who crave a juicy burger but don’t want to eat meat. Grilled Portabella Burgers are an excellent vegetarian/vegan option that can satisfy even the most ardent carnivores. With a rich sun-dried tomato mayonnaise and a meaty, smoky portobello mushroom as the base of the dish, these burgers are full of flavor. When consumed in moderation, they can make a great contribution to a balanced and healthy diet.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, thyme, oregano and red wine until well combined. Set aside.
2.Preheat a grill over medium-high heat. Brush the portabella mushrooms with the olive oil and sprinkle with the freshly grated lemon peel.
3.Grill the mushrooms for 4 minutes on each side, or until they are slightly tender and marked by the grill.
4.Grill the focaccia bread for 1-2 minutes on each side or until it is slightly toasted.
5.To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of the mayonnaise mixture on the bottom half of each piece of focaccia bread. Top each with a grilled mushroom and crumbled goat cheese. Serve immediately.

PROS

These burgers are a vegetarian/vegan alternative that still provides great taste.

Portobello mushrooms are a low-calorie and low-fat source of fiber, vitamins and minerals, making this burger a healthy choice.

CONS

Some people find that the texture of the portobello mushrooms is not as satisfying as that of meat.

The sun-dried tomato mayonnaise dressing can be quite rich in calories, so use it sparingly to keep the burger healthy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Portobello mushrooms provide essential nutrients like antioxidants, copper, potassium and selenium which aid in maintaining good heart health and in preventing cancer.
Sun-dried tomatoes are a good source of lycopene which provides benefits for the skin and eyes. They also contain beta-carotene, dietary fiber and various minerals like calcium and potassium.

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