A hearty vegetarian sandwich featuring marinated and grilled portobello mushroom caps as the star. This sandwich delivers a meaty, satisfying texture with rich umami flavors.
4slicesof your favorite breadciabatta or whole grain works well
4slicesof cheesee.g., provolone, mozzarella, or goat cheese
Fresh spinach or arugula
1tomatosliced
Balsamic glazeoptional
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat. Clean the Portobello mushrooms and remove the stems. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Place the mushrooms on the grill, gill side down. Grill for about 5-7 minutes per side, until tender and slightly charred. Add the cheese slices on top of the mushrooms in the last couple of minutes to melt.
While the mushrooms are cooking, lightly toast the bread on the grill or in a toaster.
Layer the grilled Portobello mushrooms with melted cheese on the toasted bread. Top with fresh spinach or arugula and tomato slices. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
Close the sandwich and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Use whole grain or sprouted bread for more fiber.
Swap cheese for a lighter option (like feta or reduced-fat cheese) if cutting fat.
Reduce olive oil slightly to lower calories.
Add avocado for heart-healthy fats and creaminess.