Portobello Mushroom Pizza

By krystallondon

Portobello mushrooms can be used for so many recipes. They can serve as the foundation of a dish, as they are used here, or in a sauce, or as a garnish. You'll love how easy they are to make and how versatile this recipe is. Instead of making an Italian-style pizza, how about a Southwest version topped with green onions, red bell peppers, black olives, sauteed chicken and Monterey Jack Cheese?

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup spinach, washed and chopped finely
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons black olives, drained and sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 medium-size portobello mushrooms
• Light oil as needed
• 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the onion. Saute for 4 minutes or until soft. Add the spinach, tomatoes, garlic and olives. Continue to saute for about 3 minutes longer.

2. Add the oregano, basil, salt and pepper, and mix well. Remove from heat.

3. Preheat the broiler and prepare the mushrooms by removing the stems and wiping off any dirt. Brush or spray the mushrooms with light oil and place on a cookie sheet. Broil on each side for about 4 minutes or until soft. Remove from the heat and fill with the vegetable mixture. Sprinkle the cheese on top and return to the broiler for another 4 to 5 minutes. Serve hot. This dish and a big green salad make a hearty meal.

Nutritional analysis per serving
113.93 calories, 5.19 g fat (40% calories from fat), 7.69 g protein, 11.80 g carbohydrate, 10.56 mg cholesterol, 442.20 mg sodium