Sautéed Portobello Mushrooms and Spinach
A simple, hearty and nutritious dish made with meaty portobello mushrooms and garlicky spinach. Perfect for a savory breakfast, light dinner, or as a side.
Course Breakfast, Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired, Plant-Based
- - 2 large portobello mushrooms cleaned and sliced
- - 4 cups fresh spinach baby or regular
- - 1 tbsp olive oil
- - 2 cloves garlic minced
- - 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- - Salt and black pepper to taste
- - Optional: chili flakes or lemon zest for garnish
Sauté Mushrooms
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced portobello mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until they release moisture and begin to brown.
Add Garlic
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Wilt Spinach
Add spinach to the pan and cook, stirring, for 1–2 minutes until just wilted.
Season and Finish
Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with optional chili flakes or lemon zest if desired.
Serve
Serve warm as a light main, side, or over toast or grains for a fuller meal.
prep_time: PT5M
cook_time: PT10M
total_time: PT15M
servings: 2
nutrition:
calories: ~120 (per serving)
carbohydrates: ~6g
protein: ~4g
fat: ~8g
fiber: ~3g
sodium: ~180mg
notes:
- Add a poached egg or tofu on top for a more filling dish.
- Use kale or Swiss chard as spinach alternatives.
- Great paired with roasted sweet potato or quinoa.
Keyword portobello mushrooms, spinach sauté, healthy breakfast, quick vegan dinner