Description
Caprese stuffed portobello mushrooms are a delightful and vibrant dish that brings together tender mushroom caps filled with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing your guests or enjoying a cozy night in, offering a burst of fresh flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large portobello mushrooms
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Clean the portobello mushrooms with a damp cloth, then remove stems and gills using a spoon.
- In a bowl, combine chopped cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Generously stuff each mushroom cap with the filling and place them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg