Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.33 cup

mayonnaise

0.5 unit

lemon zest

0.5 unit

lemon juice

0.5 tsp

lemon pepper seasoning

0.5 cup

balsamic vinegar

0.5 cup

olive oil

2 unit

garlic cloves

smashed

0.25 cup

fresh basil

chopped

4 unit

Portobello mushroom caps

4 slice

red onions

0.5 cup

blue cheese

crumbled

4 unit

whole wheat rolls

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

4 unit

fresh basil leaf

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the lemon mayo: Combine mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, and lemon pepper in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 2
~3 min

Prepare the marinade: Combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic cloves, and chopped basil in a resealable plastic bag.

Step 3
~3 min

Add the Portobello mushroom caps to the marinade bag, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 4
~3 min

Refrigerate the mushrooms in the marinade for 1 hour.

Step 5
~3 min

Prepare the red onion slices: Drizzle them with olive oil.

Step 6
~3 min

Grill the onion slices until softened and slightly charred.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove the marinated mushrooms from the bag.

Step 8
~3 min

Pat the mushrooms dry with a paper towel to remove excess marinade. Discard the garlic cloves and basil pieces stuck to the mushrooms. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper.

Step 9
~3 min

Place the mushrooms gill-side down on the grill.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook for 5 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Flip the mushrooms over.

Step 12
~3 min

Arrange crumbled blue cheese on the gill side of each mushroom. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13
~3 min

While the mushrooms are grilling, toast the whole wheat rolls.

Key Technique: Grilling
Step 14
~3 min

Assemble the burgers: Place one cheesy Portobello mushroom on each toasted roll, top with grilled onions, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 15
~3 min

Add lemon mayo to taste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the mushrooms for longer than an hour for a more intense flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the mushroom reaches 165°F.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Lemon mayo and marinade can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with sweet potato fries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Vegetarian twist on a classic American burger.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Summer
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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