Portobello Kale Burger

A tasty and healthy burger option made with grilled Portobello mushrooms filled with a tasty kale and breadcrumb mixture. Great for vegetarians and people who like mushrooms.

Ingredients:

• 2 Portobello mushroom caps
• 1 cup chopped kale
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 whole wheat burger buns
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• Lettuce leaves
• Tomato slices
• Mayonnaise and mustard for dressing

Instructions:

Remove stems from Portobello mushrooms and scrape out the gills using a spoon

In a bowl, combine chopped kale, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, red onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper

Divide the mixture into four portions and stuff each Portobello cap with the mixture

Preheat grill or stovetop griddle over medium-high heat and grill the stuffed mushrooms for about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through

During the last minute of grilling, add a slice of Swiss cheese on top of each mushroom cap and allow it to melt

Toast the whole wheat burger buns on the grill until they are lightly browned

Assemble the burgers by placing lettuce leaves and tomato slices on the bottom bun, then add the stuffed Portobello mushroom with melted cheese

Spread mayonnaise and mustard on the top bun, then place it on top of the mushroom to complete the burger

Serve hot with your favorite side dishes

Enjoy your Portobello Kale Burger