Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
	
		Hearty portobello mushroom caps filled with a creamy spinach and veggie mixture, topped with bubbling melted mozzarella and finished with a golden crust. A satisfying low-carb, vegetarian dish that’s perfect as an appetizer or main.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Djihane
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 20 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 35 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Main Course
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed and gills scraped
 
- 1 tbsp olive oil
 
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
 
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
 
- 1/4 cup cooked corn kernels
 
- 1/4 cup finely diced carrots
 
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
 
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
 
- Salt to taste
 
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
 
- Fresh oregano or basil leaves, for garnish
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
 
- Brush mushroom caps with olive oil and place them on the prepared sheet, hollow side up.
 
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic in a bit of olive oil until fragrant.
 
- Add chopped spinach, corn, and carrots. Cook for 2–3 minutes until spinach is wilted.
 
- Remove from heat and mix in cream cheese, pepper, and salt until combined.
 
- Fill each mushroom cap with the spinach mixture, then top generously with shredded mozzarella.
 
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
 
- Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
 
- Garnish with fresh oregano or basil leaves and serve warm.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Choose firm, fresh portobellos for best results.
 
- Pat mushrooms dry before stuffing to prevent sogginess.
 
- You can prepare the filling ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
 
- Try adding chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives for variation.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom
 
							- Calories: 180
 
							- Sugar: 3g
 
							- Sodium: 280mg
 
							- Fat: 13g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 6g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 8g
 
							- Fiber: 2g
 
							- Protein: 8g
 
							- Cholesterol: 30mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: stuffed mushrooms, spinach stuffed portobello, vegetarian main, low-carb dinner, cheese stuffed mushrooms