Sesame Crusted Portobello Salad
A simple yet flavorful salad that's perfect for a light and healthy meal. The portobello mushrooms are roasted until tender and crispy, then coated in a mixture of sesame seeds, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. The mushrooms are then sliced and served on top of a bed of mixed greens, which are tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette.
The inspiration for this recipe came to me one day when I was browsing through my cookbook collection. I came across a recipe for a grilled portobello mushroom salad, and I was immediately intrigued. I love the meaty texture of portobello mushrooms, and I thought they would be delicious grilled. I also loved the idea of serving them on top of a bed of greens, tossed in a light vinaigrette. I started to experiment with different ways to grill the mushrooms, and I finally settled on a method that produces perfectly tender and crispy mushrooms. I also experimented with different breadcrumb mixtures, and I finally found one that gives the mushrooms a delicious, crunchy crust. The result is a salad that is both hearty and refreshing, and it's perfect for a light and healthy meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 large portobello mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Clean the portobello mushrooms and remove the stems.
  3. In a shallow dish, mix together the sesame seeds, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the portobello mushrooms with olive oil and coat them in the sesame seed mixture.
  5. Place the mushrooms on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
  6. In a large bowl, toss the mixed salad greens with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  7. Slice the roasted portobello mushrooms and serve them on top of the salad.
  8. Enjoy your Sesame Crusted Portobello Salad!
Why It Works
  • The sesame seeds add a delicious crunch to the mushrooms.
  • The breadcrumbs help to absorb the moisture from the mushrooms, which prevents them from becoming soggy.
  • The balsamic vinaigrette adds a light and tangy flavor to the salad.
  • The combination of the tender mushrooms, crispy breadcrumbs, and tangy vinaigrette creates a salad that is both flavorful and satisfying.