Grilled Portobello Pizzas – Whole Living Eat Well

Looking for a low-carb alternative to pizza that’s still bursting with flavor? These Grilled Portobello Pizzas are the perfect solution! Juicy portobello mushrooms serve as the base, while fresh tomatoes, prosciutto, and a touch of basil pesto create a delicious and healthy twist on traditional pizza. Perfect for a light dinner or an impressive appetizer.

Grilled Portobello Pizzas

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Course: MainCuisine: Italian-inspired

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

180

kcal

Grilled Portobello mushrooms topped with savory pizza ingredients, offering a healthy and delicious twist on traditional pizza.

Ingredients

• 2 cherry tomatoes, halved (about 1/2 pound)

• 4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 tablespoon roasted garlic

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 8 portobello mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed (about 3 pounds)

• Four 1 1/2 x 3-inch shavings Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (about 1/2 ounce)

• 4 very thin slices prosciutto (about 1 ounce)

• 4 tablespoons rough-cut basil pesto

Directions

• Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
• In a small bowl, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, thyme, roasted garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Brush the cleaned portobello mushrooms with olive oil on both sides and season with salt and pepper.
• Grill the portobellos, gill-side down, for 5-7 minutes until they soften slightly. Flip them over and grill for an additional 3-4 minutes.
• Once the mushrooms are grilled, remove from the heat and place them gill-side up on a platter.
• Top each mushroom with the tomato mixture, a slice of prosciutto, a shaving of Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a dollop of basil pesto.
• Serve immediately while warm.

These Grilled Portobello Pizzas are a delightful, healthy alternative to traditional pizza, offering all the savory flavors you love without the carbs. With fresh ingredients like tomatoes, basil pesto, and prosciutto, this dish is perfect for a light meal or a flavorful appetizer. Enjoy these grilled mushroom pizzas for a quick, nutritious dinner any day of the week!