Best 3 Portobello Broccoli And Red Pepper Melts Recipes

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**Portobello Broccoli and Red Pepper Melts: A Flavorful Vegetarian Delight**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of our delectable Portobello Broccoli and Red Pepper Melts, a symphony of vegetarian flavors that will delight your taste buds. This wholesome and satisfying dish combines succulent portobello mushrooms, vibrant broccoli florets, and crisp red bell peppers, all harmoniously blended with a rich and creamy cheese sauce. Served on toasted slices of your favorite bread, these melts offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making them an ideal choice for a quick and easy lunch, dinner, or even a flavorful snack. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create this culinary masterpiece that's sure to become a favorite among vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.

**Recipes in the Article:**

1. **Portobello Broccoli and Red Pepper Melts (Main Recipe):** This recipe takes you through the step-by-step process of preparing these tantalizing melts. From prepping the vegetables to creating the creamy cheese sauce, and finally assembling and baking the melts, this recipe provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfect results every time.

2. **Garlic Butter Portobello Mushrooms:** This recipe offers a versatile way to cook portobello mushrooms, infusing them with the savory flavors of garlic and butter. Whether you're using them in the melts or as a standalone side dish, these mushrooms are sure to impress with their rich and flavorful taste.

3. **Easy Cheese Sauce:** This simple and creamy cheese sauce is the perfect complement to the portobello, broccoli, and red pepper melts. With just a few basic ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you'll have a velvety smooth and flavorful sauce that elevates the dish to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORTOBELLO, BROCCOLI, AND RED-PEPPER MELTS



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The broiler works double time for these knife-and-fork sandwiches, caramelizing the veggies, then melting the Gouda.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small head broccoli, cut into small florets (stalk discarded)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 portobello mushrooms (stems removed), sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 red bell peppers (ribs and seeds removed), sliced 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove, crushed through a press
4 thick slices country bread
4 ounces Gouda cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. On a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, toss broccoli with oil; season with salt and pepper. Broil, tossing once or twice, until broccoli begins to char, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and bell peppers to sheet; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Broil, tossing once or twice, until vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes more; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Place bread on a work surface. Dividing evenly, spread with mayonnaise mixture, and top with vegetables, then cheese. Place on baking sheet, and broil until cheese is melted and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 16 g

PORTOBELLO, BROCCOLI, AND RED-PEPPER MELTS



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A quicky and hearty vegetarian open-faced sandwich. Roast veggies, great bread and gouda cheese???? Sounds great to me! Recipe from Martha Stewart.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small head broccoli, cut into small florets (stalk discarded)
1 tablespoon olive oil
coarse salt and pepper
4 portabella mushrooms, sliced 1/2 inch thick (stems removed)
2 red bell peppers, sliced 1/2 inch thick (ribs and seeds removed)
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove, crushed through a press
4 thick slices country bread
4 ounces gouda cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. On a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, toss broccoli with oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Broil, tossing once or twice, until broccoli begins to char, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and bell peppers to sheet; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Broil, tossing once or twice, until vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes more; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  • Place bread on a work surface. Dividing evenly, spread with mayonnaise mixture, and top with vegetables, then cheese.
  • Place on baking sheet, and broil until cheese is melted and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1203.1, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 37.6, Sodium 2480.1, Carbohydrate 196.7, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 8.7, Protein 44.1

PORTOBELLO MELTS



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We're always looking for satisfying vegetarian meals, and this one tops the list. These melts are especially delicious in the summer when we have tons of homegrown tomatoes. -Amy Smalley, Morehead, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large portobello mushrooms (4 ounces each), stems removed
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
4 tomato slices
2 slices mozzarella cheese
2 slices Italian bread (1 inch thick)
Chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Place mushrooms in a shallow bowl. Mix oil, vinegar, salt and dried basil; brush onto both sides of mushrooms. Let stand 5 minutes. Reserve remaining marinade., Place mushrooms on a greased rack of a broiler pan, stem side down. Broil mushrooms 4 in. from heat until tender, 3-4 minutes per side. Top stem sides with tomato and cheese. Broil until cheese is melted, about 1 minute., Place bread on a baking sheet; brush with reserved marinade. Broil 4 in. from heat until lightly toasted, 45-60 seconds. Top with mushrooms. Sprinkle with chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 35g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 934mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose firm and flavorful portobello mushrooms. Look for mushrooms that are deep brown in color and have a smooth, firm texture.
  • Marinate the mushrooms. Marinating the mushrooms in a mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs adds flavor and helps to tenderize them.
  • Roast the vegetables. Roasting the broccoli and red peppers brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a slightly smoky flavor.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is a key ingredient in this recipe, so it's important to use a cheese that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Toast the bread. Toasting the bread gives it a nice crispy texture and helps to hold the sandwich together.
  • Assemble the sandwiches. Layer the roasted vegetables, cheese, and portobello mushrooms on the toasted bread and enjoy!

Conclusion:

This portobello, broccoli, and red pepper melt is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that's perfect for lunch or dinner. The portobello mushrooms are tender and flavorful, the roasted vegetables are sweet and smoky, and the cheese is gooey and melted. This sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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