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
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