Description
Spinach Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms are a delightful culinary creation that marries the earthy essence of portobello mushrooms with a rich, cheesy filling made from fresh spinach and creamy cheeses. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. With just 25 minutes of prep and cooking time, these savory stuffed mushrooms are not only quick to prepare but also offer a wonderful presentation that will impress your guests. The combination of flavors and textures makes them an irresistible addition to your appetizer repertoire or as a light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Portobello mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil, add spinach until wilted, then combine with cheeses and spices in a mixing bowl.
- Stuff the mushroom caps with the filling, sprinkle with additional mozzarella and breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg