Blast from the Past: Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers Recipe

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: vegan cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: store-brand buns

Whole grain buns offer more fiber.

avocado

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Hummus provides creaminess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Clean the portobello mushrooms and remove the stems.

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Brush the marinade over both sides of the mushrooms.

Let the mushrooms marinate for 15-30 minutes.

Place the mushrooms on the grill, gill side down.

Grill for 5-7 minutes, then flip and grill for another 5-7 minutes until tender.

Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden.

Assemble the burgers by placing grilled mushrooms on the buns.

Top with lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, cheese, and avocado.

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