Alex and I are fabulously addicted to our grill. In fact, two of our favorite flavors are grilled and smoked: to us, any food with that flavor profile is unbeatable. Since most grilled recipes are heavy on the meat, each summer Alex and I play with ways to make veggie-centric grilled meals, since we eat about 90% vegetarian. And these caprese grilled portobello mushrooms are insanely satisfying: even for meat lovers! Keep reading for the recipe.
Making caprese grilled portobello mushrooms
So here we present: Part 1 of A Summer Grilled Meal. Alex’s sister had us over for dinner a few weeks ago, since we cannot pass up an opportunity to see our adorably cute nephews or have some her delicious eats. She’s got a knack for knowing how to accommodate 90% vegetarian types effortlessly. Among other things, she whipped up these grilled portobello mushrooms with a caprese topping: fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. They were a huge hit among vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Here, Alex and I have created our own version of that dish. We like these caprese grilled portobello mushrooms because they’re fairly easy to put together, delicious, and a great entree for a meatless grilled meal (which can sometimes be difficult to find). Portabello mushrooms themselves are not incredibly filling, so be mindful if you’re serving vegetarian guests – this is not equivalent to a burger! But adding the cheese topping provides some protein and makes them a bit more satisfying. Even so, I’d probably plan for two per person, depending on the amount of other food in your meal. Plus, they’re good enough that seconds will be in order!
How to grill portobello mushrooms
Portobello mushrooms are very easy to grill. For our grilled portobello mushrooms, we marinate them prior to grilling in a mixture of minced garlic, balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Let them stand for about 15 minutes while the grill is preheating. Before you marinade the mushrooms, make sure to remove the tough stems: this makes them easier to eat. When the grill is ready, here’s how to grill portobello mushrooms: Place the mushrooms on grill and cook them for about 5 minutes per side, until juicy. That’s it! The mushrooms will release quite a bit of liquid and become charred and delicious. And that’s how to make grilled portobello mushrooms! How about you? We’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions on meatless grilled meals!
Looking for more grilling ideas?
Outside of these caprese grilled portobello mushrooms, here are a few more grilling ideas:
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This grilled portobello mushrooms recipe is…
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