Anti Inflammatory Balsamic Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
Few things hit the grill quite like a thick, meaty portobello cap that's been soaked in a tangy balsamic marinade loaded with fresh thyme and rosemary. The combination of extra virgin olive oil, fragrant herbs, and balsamic vinegar does a lot of the heavy lifting here — these are exactly the kinds of whole-food, plant-based ingredients that make a dish genuinely nourishing rather than just tasty. After just 20 minutes in the marinade, the mushrooms absorb all that flavor before hitting a hot grill, where they develop deeply browned gills and a tender, almost silky interior. The natural umami of portobello mushrooms means this dish feels satisfying and substantial even without any meat or dairy in sight. A final drizzle of olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley brighten everything up right before serving. It comes together in well under an hour and serves four, making it an easy weeknight win or a genuinely impressive addition to any cookout spread.
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4 servings
For the marinade
- 4 large portobello mushroom caps (about 4–5 inches across), stems removed
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, 3 tbsp olive oil, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes, if using, until combined.
- 2
Use a damp paper towel to wipe the portobello caps clean. Place them gill-side up in a shallow dish and spoon the marinade evenly over both sides, using a basting brush to coat thoroughly. Let the mushrooms marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
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