Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Portobello Mushroom Pizzas featuring roasted mushroom caps topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. A low-carb and flavorful alternative to traditional pizza, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
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Mushrooms and Seasoning
- 4 large Portobello mushrooms, stems removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Toppings
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- Optional: red pepper flakes for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the mushrooms.
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean the Portobello mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth and gently remove the stems if still attached.
- Season Mushrooms: Place mushrooms gill-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle each with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried Italian herbs evenly.
- Bake Mushrooms: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to soften the mushrooms slightly.
- Drain Excess Liquid: Remove mushrooms from the oven and carefully drain any excess liquid collected in the caps.
- Add Marinara Sauce: Spoon an equal amount of marinara sauce onto each mushroom cap, spreading the sauce evenly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce, then add grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Add Cherry Tomatoes: Distribute sliced cherry tomatoes evenly atop the cheese layer.
- Bake Again: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the mushrooms from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes to set the toppings.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh torn basil leaves and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve: Serve the mushroom pizzas immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to drain excess moisture from the mushrooms after the first baking to avoid soggy pizzas.
- Use fresh basil for best flavor; dried basil can be substituted if needed.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your desired spice level or omit for a milder pizza.
- For a vegetarian version, all ingredients are already suitable; for vegan, substitute cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
