Grilled Portobello Pizzas – Whole Living Eat Well

Name: Grilled Portobello Pizzas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
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

| Published on January 5, 2025 | Last updated on February 18, 2025

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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

Course: MainCuisine: Italian-inspired

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

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!