Diet – Grilled Portobello Mushrooms w/ Ginger Marinade

Because of their large size and firm texture, Portobello mushrooms are often a great substitute for steak. Whether you decide to stuff them or grill them, they have a satisfying taste and texture with virtually no sodium and no fat. This recipe features grilled portobellos marinaded in a tangy ginger sauce.

Ingredients:

4 large Portobello mushrooms

½ C. Pineapple juice

¼ C. Balsamic vinegar

1 T. Fresh basil, chopped

2 T. Fresh ginger, peeled and chopped

Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth or brush to remove dirt or soil. Remove their stems and place them in a shallow, glass dish with the “gill” side up.

Prepare the marinade in a small bowl by whisking together the pineapple juice, vinegar and fresh ginger. Drizzle the marinade over the mushrooms. Cover the glass dish and let the mushrooms marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning them over once. Keep the marinade – you’ll need it later!

Grill or broil the mushrooms on medium heat. Make sure the cooking rack is 4 to 6 inches from the heat source. Turn them often and cook until tender, about 5 minutes on each side. Baste them with the marinade to keep them from drying out.

Garnish with the fresh basil and serve immediately!

Serving Size: 1 mushroom, Fat: 0g, Calories: 69

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