Savory Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Fresh Thyme
Juicy, smoky grilled portobello mushrooms marinated with fresh thyme and simple ingredients, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or backyard cookouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large portobello mushroom caps, cleaned and stems removed
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Gently wipe the portobello caps with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Remove the stems carefully by twisting them off (about 5 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, chopped fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Whisk until well blended (about 3 minutes).
- Brush or spoon the marinade generously over both sides of each mushroom cap. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, turning once halfway through.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C). Clean the grates with a grill brush to avoid sticking.
- Place mushrooms gill-side down on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes until grill marks appear and they start to soften. Flip carefully and grill the other side for another 5-7 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
- Transfer the grilled mushrooms to a plate and let them rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
If mushrooms dry out during grilling, brush with additional olive oil. Avoid overcooking to prevent mushiness. Marinate at least 15 minutes but no longer than 1 hour to avoid sogginess. Fresh thyme is preferred over dried for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large portobello m
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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