Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoons Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 4 whole Portobello Mushrooms, Centers Scraped Out
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach, Chopped
  • 5 leaves Basil, Minced
  • 3/4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 4 whole English Muffins Or Hamburger Buns, Toasted

Method

  • Light a grill over medium heat or heat a large skillet and coat with a little oil or cooking spray.
  • Meanwhile, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Turn the portobellos upside down and scrape out the insides using a spoon.
  • Rinse the mushrooms under cold water and pat with a paper towel to dry.
  • Using a brush, coat the tops of mushrooms with olive oil mixture (I like to save some for a second coating) and place the portobellos top-down on the grill or in the skillet.
  • Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until slightly juicy.
  • Flip the burgers and cook the other side for about 2-3 minutes.
  • As the mushrooms cook, chop the spinach into tiny pieces and mince the basil.
  • Add the mozzarella to the spinach and combine with your fingers.
  • Remove the portobellos from the heat and distribute the spinach/cheese mixture to cover the insides of each one.
  • Add the basil, then top with remaining olive oil mixture if using.
  • Place back on the grill or skillet face up and cook for another 5 minutes, or until mushrooms are evenly cooked and juicy and the cheese is melted.
  • Meanwhile, toast the English muffins or hamburger buns and remove when lightly golden.
  • Once done, remove the portobellos from the heat and place on top of one half of the English muffin or bun.
  • Top with a sprinkle of sea salt and top half of the bun.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!