Grilled Portobello Burgers with Chipotle Sauce
Savor smoky, juicy Grilled Portobello Burgers with Chipotle Sauce, featuring perfectly charred mushrooms topped with a spicy, creamy chipotle sauce. This hearty, meat-free burger offers rich smoky flavors and a spicy creamy kick, making it an unforgettable meal ideal for vegetarians and grill enthusiasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 large portobello mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 hamburger buns, toasted
- Fresh toppings: lettuce leaves, tomato slices, thinly sliced red onion
Chipotle Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the mushrooms: Carefully clean the portobello caps with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Brush both sides generously with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high and ensure the grates are clean and oiled to prevent sticking.
- Grill the mushrooms: Place the mushroom caps on the grill, gill side down first, and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until tender and nicely charred.
- Make the chipotle sauce: While the mushrooms grill, blend together mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, and a squeeze of lime juice until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the burgers: Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill, then spread a generous amount of chipotle sauce on each bun. Add the grilled portobello mushroom, and layer on your fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and onion.
Notes
- Choose large mushrooms for a meatier bite and better structural integrity.
- Don’t skip oiling the grill to prevent sticking and achieve perfect grill marks.
- Use fresh canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for optimal smoky heat in the sauce.
- Allow mushrooms to rest after grilling to let juices redistribute, keeping them moist.
- Toast buns lightly to add crunch and prevent sogginess from the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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