Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich


Want a substitute for a burger? Try a Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich! Our oldest daughter was a vegetarian for awhile and she introduced us to this delicious sandwich. This is a recipe we found in a cookbook called Snack Attack! by Ruth Glick.

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich

Here's the recipe:


    Preparation Time: 2 minutes
    Serves: 1
    Serving Size: 1 muffin half

  • 1 portobello mushroom
  • Desired vegetables (optional)
  • 1/2 toasted English muffin or other bread, roll, or bun
  • Pinch salt
  • Pinch black pepper

    1. Preheat the broiler.
    2. Place the mushroom and any vegetables you wish to grill on a small baking sheet.
    3. Broil 2 inches from the heat for about 3 minutes on each side or until the mushroom has shrunk slightly, exuded its juice, and begun to brown.
    4. Serve on a toasted English muffin half, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and garnish as desired.


    Exchanges: 1 Starch 1 Vegetable
    Calories: 94
    Calories from Fat: 9
    Total Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol: 0 g
    Sodium136 mg
    Total Carbohydrate: 18 g, Dietary Fiber 2 g, Sugars 3 g
    Protein 4 g


    (Snack Attack! 150 Guilt-free Treats for Healthy Munching by Ruth Glick, p 25)

So there you have it - a healthy and delicious alternative to burger. Try it and let us know how you liked it. If you'd like to rate the recipe, you can do that, too. Just use the form below to add your comment about this recipe.

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