Best 8 Grilled Portobello Mushroom Quesadillas Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Grilled portobello mushroom quesadillas are a savory and satisfying vegetarian dish that combines the earthy flavor of grilled portobello mushrooms with the gooey goodness of melted cheese and the crispy texture of a quesadilla. This delectable meal is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, fire up your grill, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will elevate your taste buds to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED PORTOBELLO QUESADILLAS



Grilled Portobello Quesadillas image

Pepper Jack cheese gives these quesadillas a spicy kick, but you can use Monterey Jack if you prefer less heat.

Provided by Judith Fertig

Categories     Lunch

Yield Yields 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 medium portobello caps, wiped clean with a damp towel and gills scraped out with a table knife
Olive oil, for brushing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 medium scallions, thinly sliced
4 oz. pepper Jack cheese, grated (1 cup)
2 oz. feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
4 10-inch flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Prepare a medium-high (425°F to 450°F) gas or charcoal grill fire. Brush the portobellos on both sides with oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the portobellos gill side up until grill marks form on one side, about 3 minutes. Flip and continue to grill until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes more. Thinly slice the portobellos.
  • Put a tortilla in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle the tortilla with half of the portobellos, scallions, and cheeses. Top with another tortilla and lightly press down with a metal spatula.
  • Cook, flipping once, until browned on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Repeat, using the remaining tortillas and filling. Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 790 kcal, Fat 310 kcal, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 35 g, Carbohydrate 89 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 35 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1670 mg, UnsaturatedFat 8.5 g

PORTABELLA MUSHROOM QUESADILLAS



Portabella Mushroom Quesadillas image

A healthy choice for cheesy eating! If you wish to lower the fat further, you could use all fat-free cheese, but it doesn't melt as well.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

32 inches fat-free flour tortillas
1/2 cup reduced-fat monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup kraft free shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
2 large portabella mushroom caps
4 fresh garlic cloves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
olive oil flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Cut portabello mushrooms into slices about 1/4" thick.
  • Heavily spray large baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Spread mushrooms in single layer on sheet; place garlic on there also.
  • Bake in 450 degree oven for about 30 minutes, or until roasted and tender.
  • Lightly spray baking sheet.
  • Place tortillas on baking sheet.
  • Remove skin from garlic; mash garlic on tortilla with fork, spread around.
  • Do the same with the other tortillas.
  • Chop mushroom into pieces and divide among tortillas.
  • Mix together cheeses in a bowl; put approximately 1/4 cup of cheese blend on each tortilla.
  • Divide oregano among tortillas, and add a pinch of cayenne, if desired.
  • Fold tortilla in half and spray top lightly with olive oil spray.
  • Bake in 450 degree oven for approximate 5-8 minutes, or until cheese is melted and top is lightly browned.
  • Cut each quesadilla into 3 pieces and serve.

GRILLED PORTOBELLO QUESADILLAS



Grilled Portobello Quesadillas image

Fresh salsa and portobello mushrooms elevate this meal from basic to gourmet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
4 to 5 portobello mushrooms (about 1 pound), trimmed and cleaned
4 flour tortillas (10-inch)
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (2 1/2 cups)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Grilled-Tomato Salsa, for serving
Sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium. In a small bowl, whisk together oil and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Brush both sides of mushrooms with oil mixture; starting with stem side up, grill mushrooms until tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp paring knife, 8 to 12 minutes, turning once. Remove from grill; slice 1/2 inch thick.
  • Layer one half of each tortilla with cheese, scallions, mushroom slices, and then more cheese, dividing toppings evenly. Fold tortilla over filling; using your hands, carefully transfer filled tortilla to grill. Cook until tortilla is slightly charred and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve with salsa, and garnish with sour cream, if desired.

GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS



Grilled Portobello Mushrooms image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h35m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 whole portobello mushrooms
Olive oil
Salt and cracked black pepper
Minced garlic

Steps:

  • Several hours before cooking, place portobello mushrooms in a large sealable plastic bag. Pour in some olive oil, enough to coat all mushrooms, plus some excess. Sprinkle a little salt and some cracked pepper into the bag. Add about a tablespoon of minced garlic. Seal bag and shake. Refrigerate for a few hours.
  • Preheat grill to high, remove the mushrooms from the bags and place on grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side or longer; you really can't overcook them. Flip them every few minutes or so.

GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS WITH BALSAMIC



Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Balsamic image

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cloves garlic, unpeeled
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 large portobello mushrooms, wiped of any dirt, washed and quickly dried, if necessary

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, toss the garlic cloves with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and some salt. Wrap the garlic cloves in tinfoil and place on the tray in the center of the oven. Cook until tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic with 3/4 cup of the olive oil and the mustard.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the mushrooms in the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt. Place them, stem-side up, on the hottest part of the grill. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, you may see liquid starting to emerge from the stem area. Flip to the other side and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer them to a tray and place in the center of the oven. Cook until they are tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, an additional 12 to 15 minutes. Season them lightly with salt.
  • Remove the garlic from the oven. Squeeze the garlic pulp out from their skins and whisk it vigorously into the dressing. Arrange the mushrooms on a serving platter and top with the dressing. Serve immediately.

GRILLED PORTOBELLOS WITH MOZZARELLA SALAD



Grilled Portobellos with Mozzarella Salad image

These colorful mushrooms are so filling, they're almost a meal in themselves. They can also be served with a small garden salad or as a hearty side dish. -Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
3 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 large portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches), stems removed
Cooking spray

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and chill until serving., Spritz mushrooms with cooking spray. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill mushrooms, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender. Spoon 1/2 cup tomato mixture into each mushroom cap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS



Grilled Portobello Mushrooms image

Portobello mushrooms are the steaks of the mushroom family. Here there marinated and grilled, yummy!

Provided by BFOLLICK

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Mushrooms

Time 1h20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 mushrooms portobello mushrooms
¼ cup canola oil
3 tablespoons chopped onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Clean mushrooms and remove stems, reserve for other use. Place caps on a plate with the gills up.
  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, onion, garlic and vinegar. Pour mixture evenly over the mushroom caps and let stand for 1 hour.
  • Grill over hot grill for 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 12.9 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

STUFFED GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM CAPS



Stuffed Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps image

Great served as an appetizer with pasta Alfredo!

Provided by Dani

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
½ cup bread crumbs
¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
¼ cup chopped almonds
¼ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
¼ teaspoon pepper
4 large portobello mushroom caps
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix Gouda cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, almonds, sun-dried tomatoes, chives, and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Brush mushroom caps with oil and place, gills down, on a piece of aluminum foil on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4 minutes.
  • Flip mushrooms over and spoon filling onto the gills. Cook until cheese is melted, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 365.1 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right mushrooms: Portobello mushrooms are the best choice for quesadillas because they are large and have a meaty texture.
  • Clean the mushrooms properly: Use a damp cloth to wipe the mushrooms clean. Do not wash them under running water, as this will make them soggy.
  • Marinate the mushrooms: Marinating the mushrooms in olive oil, garlic, and herbs will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Cook the mushrooms properly: Grill the mushrooms over medium heat until they are tender and slightly charred.
  • Use a good quality cheese: Use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack.
  • Add other toppings: Feel free to add other toppings to your quesadillas, such as roasted peppers, onions, or avocado.
  • Serve immediately: Quesadillas are best served hot and fresh.

    Conclusion:

    Grilled portobello mushroom quesadillas are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover mushrooms. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these grilled portobello mushroom quesadillas a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics