Pesto Portobello Pleasure Burger Recipe
The “Pesto Portobello Pleasure Burger” is a flavorful vegetarian burger that features grilled Portobello mushrooms marinated in pesto sauce. Here’s how to make this delicious burger:
Ingredients:
For the Grilled Portobello Mushrooms:
- 4 large Portobello mushroom caps, stems removed
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Pesto Mayonnaise:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons pesto sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Assembling:
- 4 hamburger buns
- Sliced mozzarella cheese or your preferred cheese
- Sliced tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red onion slices
- Arugula or spinach leaves
Instructions:
Marinate and Grill the Portobello Mushrooms:
- In a bowl, mix together the pesto sauce, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush both sides of the Portobello mushroom caps with the pesto mixture.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Portobello mushrooms for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they become tender and have grill marks.
- During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of mozzarella cheese on each mushroom cap and cover the grill to melt the cheese.
Prepare the Pesto Mayonnaise:
- In a small mixing bowl, blend together the mayonnaise, pesto sauce, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated. Set aside.
Assemble the Pesto Portobello Pleasure Burger:
- While the mushrooms are grilling, prepare the other ingredients.
- Slice the hamburger buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill until they are lightly browned.
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Apply a substantial layer of the pesto mayonnaise onto the bottom bun.
- Place a grilled Portobello mushroom cap with melted mozzarella on the bun.
- Add sliced tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, red onion slices, and arugula or spinach leaves.
- Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve your Pesto Portobello Pleasure Burgers immediately while they are hot and bursting with the savory and herby flavors of grilled Portobello mushrooms and pesto.
These burgers are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian option with a wonderful combination of flavors.
Customize your toppings and condiments to suit your taste, and savor your Pesto Portobello Pleasure Burger!