Savor the Flavor: Delicious Portobello Mushroom Caps Stuffed with Vibrant Veggie Quinoa
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Quinoa Stuffed Balsamic Mushrooms
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- Author: Ericka Sanchez
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes 6 servings
Description
Flavorful portobello mushroom caps generously stuffed with a colorful and healthy veggie quinoa filling, seasoned to perfection.
Ingredients
For the Mushrooms:
- 6 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed and gently wiped clean
- 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Tastefully Simple Seasoned Salt
For the Quinoa Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup white onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup sweet potato, peeled and chopped into small cubes
- 1/2 cup yellow corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup yellow or green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1 Roma tomato, deseeded and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Tastefully Simple Onion Onion Seasoning
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (ensure it’s cooled slightly)
- 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Additional balsamic vinegar, for drizzling (optional, for serving)
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 tablespoons of the olive oil and the balsamic vinegar until well combined. Using a pastry brush, liberally brush this mixture over both sides of the cleaned portobello mushroom caps.
3. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan or skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the mushroom caps, round side down, into the pan and sear for 1 minute. Flip the mushrooms, searing the flat side for another 1 minute. Season the flat side of the mushrooms generously with Tastefully Simple Seasoned Salt. Remove the mushrooms from the pan and set them aside.
For the Quinoa Filling:
4. In the same large pan (or a clean one if preferred), heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped white onion and sauté, stirring frequently, until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add the chopped sweet potato to the pan and continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
5. Incorporate the remaining vegetables: yellow corn kernels, chopped bell pepper, and chopped zucchini. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly but still retain a bit of crunch. Season the vegetable mixture with Tastefully Simple Onion Onion Seasoning, stirring it in thoroughly.
6. Add the cooked quinoa to the vegetable mixture in the pan. Reduce the heat to low, stir everything together gently until well combined, then cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
7. Arrange the seared portobello mushroom caps on the prepared baking sheet, flat side facing up. Spoon the warm quinoa and vegetable mixture generously into each mushroom cap, mounding it slightly. Top each stuffed mushroom with 1-2 tablespoons of shredded Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake the stuffed mushrooms in the preheated oven for 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden, and the mushrooms are tender. Remove from the oven.
9. To serve, drizzle each portobello cap with a touch more balsamic vinegar, if desired, and garnish with fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy these vibrant, flavorful stuffed mushrooms as a main course or a sophisticated side dish!
This post is proudly sponsored by Tastefully Simple. All opinions and recipes are my own.