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Autumn Harvest Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Autumn Harvest Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms for Cozy Nights

Delight in these Autumn Harvest Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, a hearty vegetarian dish perfect for cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 mushrooms
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Mushrooms
  • 4 large Portobello Mushrooms Choose large, firm caps free of blemishes
For the Stuffing
  • 1 cup Quinoa Can be substituted with cooked lentils
  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Can be swapped with sweet potatoes or pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Alternatives include apricots or raisins
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Pecans or sunflower seeds work as nut-free options
  • 2 cloves Garlic Opt for freshly minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Can substitute with rosemary or sage
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Vegan option: use nutritional yeast or vegan cheese
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth or Water Vegetable stock is suggested for more depth
  • Additional spices Consider cumin or smoked paprika for added flavor

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gently clean the portobello mushrooms with a damp paper towel, remove the stems and scrape out the gills. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of vegetable broth or water, bring to a boil and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
  4. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, add diced butternut squash, sauté for 8-10 minutes until tender. Stir in minced garlic and thyme, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sautéed squash, cranberries, and walnuts. Stir until evenly mixed.
  6. With a spoon, fill each mushroom cap with the quinoa mixture and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Place the stuffed mushrooms on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until tender and cheese is golden.
  8. Once baked, let the mushrooms cool for a few minutes before serving them warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mushroomCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure mushrooms are fresh and quinoa is rinsed before cooking. Avoid overfilling mushrooms and serve with a salad or warm soup for a complete meal.

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