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    Home » Recipes » Burgers and Patties

    Portobello Sliders

    Published: Apr 8, 2016 · Modified: Sep 1, 2020 by Jenn Sebestyen

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    Portobello Mushroom Sliders from the Love & Lemons Cookbook. These burgers are crazy simple to make and totally delicious for summer BBQ's! Topped with a flavorful pesto, you'll definitely be wanting seconds! #vegan #portobello #mushrooms #BBQ #veggieburger #dairyfree #quickandeasy #vegetarian

    Celebrate vegetables with these Portobello Sliders from Love & Lemons Cookbook – they could not be easier! Keep reading for the recipe plus a review of the cookbook and a giveaway!

    Portobello slider on a bun on a white plate topped with green pesto. Tomato slices in front of the plate.

    These Portobello Sliders might be the easiest “burger” you ever make! Portobello mushrooms are basically nature’s veggie burger. They are meaty and juicy, filling and flavorful. I inhaled two immediately. You can even throw them on the grill and they won’t fall apart. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal or the summer BBQs that are sure to be happening in the coming months.

    This lovely recipe is from the new cookbook, Love & Lemons by Jeanine Donofrio. So read on, friends, to learn all about this cookbook, get the recipe for the Portobello Sliders, and find out how you can enter to win your own copy of Love & Lemons.

    Love & Lemons Cookbook cover
    Reprinted from The Love & Lemons Cookbook by arrangement with Avery Books, a member of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, A Penguin Random House Company. Copyright © 2016, Jeanine Donofrio. Photographs copyright © 2016 by Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews

    Love & Lemons by Jeanine Donorfio

    There are so many things I love about this cookbook! First and foremost, it’s a celebration of vegetables (and fruit too!). All the recipes are vegetarian, with almost all of them being vegan. Jeanine gives options for making the recipes vegan and/or gluten free if they aren’t already.

    The photos (taken by Jeanine’s husband, Jack Matthews) are big and bright and not only does every recipe include a photo, but there are additional photos of the vegetables and fruit themselves. So pretty and inspiring.

    Which leads me to the second thing I love about this book. The chapters are categorized by ingredient, not by course, and she even tells you which season(s) the particular vegetable or fruit can be found.

    Personally, I think this is brilliant because how many times have you bought something at the grocery store or farmers market because it looked good or you know it’s healthy so you wanted to try it, but then you get home and think, “Now what do I do with it?” Well, now you don’t have to wonder, just flip to that particular ingredient chapter and take your pick.

    Inside pages of of the Love & Lemons Cookbook
    Reprinted from The Love & Lemons Cookbook by arrangement with Avery Books, a member of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, A Penguin Random House Company. Copyright © 2016, Jeanine Donofrio. Photographs copyright © 2016 by Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews

     

    Backwards Cooking

    Another great thing about this book is that Jeanine actually teaches you how to cook on the fly. She calls it “backwards cooking.”

    Instead of starting with a recipe and then heading to the store to buy all of those particular ingredients, she gives tips on how to create something great by first choosing what you already have on hand and then adding to that.

    No more wasted veggies at the end of the week! She includes a handy 2 page spread of fridge and pantry essentials to keep on hand at all times.

    Jeanine says, “Lemons, limes, and vinegars will really bring your food to life.” You don’t have to tell me twice – I could drink those things!

    A grilled portobello mushroom topped with pesto on a burger bun.

    Speaking of handy resources, included towards the back of the book are “How-To” recipes – like how to cook millet and quinoa, and how to toast nuts. You’ll also see recipes for sauces and dressings that you’ll find yourself using time and again.

    And, that’s not all, Jeanine also teaches you how to make variations on smoothies, salsas, pestos, and guacamole – again making it super easy to create delicious food without having to run out to the store for specific ingredients.

    Love & Lemons is not just a cookbook, it’s a teaching tool as well!

    One portobello slider on a plate, one portobello slider on the table in front of the plate. Fresh tomato slices next to the burger on the table. Bowl of pesto next to the burger on the plate. Glass of ice water behind.

    Take a Peak Inside

    Now, lets get to the actual recipes! They are all quick and easy, yet inspired and full of flavor. Here are some of the delicious options you will find amongst the 26 chapters in this book :

    Cardamom Apple Crisp; Asparagus Edamame Salad with Tarragon; Dark Chocolate Avocado Mouse; Blueberry Mango & Mint Ice Cream; Broccoli Rabe & Sunchoke Orecchiette; Carrot Gazpacho with Lemongrass; Grilled Mexican Corn Salad; Cold Sesame Cucumber Noodles; Spring Leek Soup with Purple Sage; Mango & Daikon Glass Noodle Salad; Poblano Quesadillas; Vegan Tart Cherry French Toast; Farm Stand Peach Pizzas; Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

    Mouth watering yet?

    Portobello slider topped with pesto and sitting on a bed of arugula and fresh tomato slices all on a burger bun. Tomato slices next to the burger.

    Portobello Sliders

    Ok, one last thing before we get to the GIVEAWAY so you can enter to win your own copy of this cookbook that you will no doubt use all year long. And it’s the recipe for these Portobello Sliders that Jeanine and Avery Books were gracious enough to let me post for you. Make them for yourself – so easy, so delicious!

    Hand holding a portobello slider burger

    Portobello Sliders

    Jenn S. says, "Quick and easy and celebrating big beautiful vegetables, these Portobello Sliders are a must try!"
    5 from 3 votes
    Print Rate
    Course: Burger, Entree, Sandwich
    Cuisine: dairy free, gluten free, vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 138kcal
    Author: Jenn Sebestyen

    Ingredients

    • 8 small portobello mushrooms
    • Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
    • Balsamic vinegar (for drizzling)
    • Tamari (for drizzling*)
    • 8 slider buns (toasted**)
    • 1 tomato (sliced)
    • ¼ cup (125 mL) microgreens
    • 1 recipe pepita pesto (page 275***)
    • Freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Heat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
    • Prepare the mushrooms by removing the stems and cleaning the caps with a damp cloth or paper towel.
    • Place the mushrooms in a medium bowl and drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, tamari, and pepper. Toss until well coated. (I use my hands to rub it all over until they are fully coated on both sides.)
    • Place the mushrooms, gill side down, on the grill or grill pan. Cook about 10 minutes per side, or until the mushrooms are tender.
    • Place the mushrooms on the toasted buns and top each with a tomato slice, microgreens, and a generous slather of pepita pesto.

    Notes

    Reprinted from The Love & Lemons Cookbook by arrangement with Avery Books, a member of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, A Penguin Random House Company. Copyright © 2016, Jeanine Donofrio. Photographs copyright © 2016 by Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews
    *Use wheat-free tamari to keep the recipe gluten free.
    **Use gluten free buns, if necessary
    ***Use your favorite pesto in place of the pepita pesto.
     
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 356mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 3.3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.3mg

    Nutrition values are calculated using online calculators and are estimates only. Please verify using your own data.

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    If you just can’t wait to see if you win, you can guarantee yourself a copy of Love & Lemons here. Click below to enter the giveaway (open to U.S. readers only)! Giveaway ends in one week. Good luck! (Update: This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered.)

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    1. Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says

      April 10, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      I love almost all vegetables, but avocados are probably my favorite.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 11, 2016 at 7:25 am

        Oh, good one! Yes, avocados are the best!

        Reply
    2. Linda says

      April 10, 2016 at 5:31 pm

      Portobello sliders are one of the first recipes that Alex and I put on the blog, it’s still one of my favorites. I love the philosophy of “backwards” cooking. That’s actually how I cook most of the time. I use what I have, it forces me to be creative. Thanks for the great review, Jenn, and your pictures are beautiful.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 10, 2016 at 8:07 pm

        Thank you, Linda!! I definitely the concept of “backwards” cooking is brilliant. And once you know how to do that, it makes dinner time so much easier!! It’s very intimidating for some though until they are comfortable with it.

        Reply
    3. Samantha says

      April 09, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      My favorite veggie is cauliflower. I used to hate it as a kid but nowadays I love it. It’s so versatile and there are so many things you can do with it. I love it steamed, riced, mashed….you name it.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 10, 2016 at 7:21 am

        Yes, I totally agree! That’s my favorite veggie too!

        Reply
    4. Rusty M says

      April 09, 2016 at 4:34 pm

      Broccoli is my favorite (at least this week!)

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 09, 2016 at 6:22 pm

        My fave changes all the time too! Good luck in the giveaway!

        Reply
    5. Alisa Fleming says

      April 09, 2016 at 9:21 am

      What a pretty new cookbook, and I love the simplicity of this recipe.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 09, 2016 at 1:22 pm

        Thanks, Alisa. Yes, all the recipes are easy enough for even the most novice cook, but still creative and delicious!

        Reply
    6. Mel says

      April 08, 2016 at 11:33 pm

      I love the sound of this book and the styling looks great too. Those portobello sliders look pretty awesome too :O)

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 09, 2016 at 6:50 am

        Thanks, Mel! You would love the book!

        Reply
    7. The Vegan 8 says

      April 08, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      Sounds like a wonderful book! I’m a huge vegetable lover period, but I’d have to go with potatoes, bell peppers and broccoli…no way I can pick one, lol!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 6:00 pm

        I know, it’s hard to pick! They are all so delicious if fresh and cooked right. Thanks, Brandi!

        Reply
    8. Ashley Mauceri says

      April 08, 2016 at 2:39 pm

      It changes daily 🙂 but most of the time I can’t get enough broccoli! Thanks for the chance to win.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 2:43 pm

        That’s probably the veggie we eat the most too…my kids LOVE it! Thanks, Ashley, and good luck!

        Reply
    9. Aimee / Wallflower Kitchen says

      April 08, 2016 at 1:42 pm

      I love their blog so much! This book is definitely on my wishlist. What a gorgeous recipe!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 1:49 pm

        Me too! You will not be disappointed with this book! Can’t wait to hit up the farmers markets this summer and try some new recipes!

        Reply
    10. Susan Broughton says

      April 08, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      I guess I like corn or carrots the best.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 1:48 pm

        We use a LOT of corn and carrots in this house! Yum! Good luck!

        Reply
    11. Becky says

      April 08, 2016 at 10:09 am

      Ooh this book looks just gorgeous! My favorite vegetable is broccoli. I’d eat it daily, if I could!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 1:48 pm

        We eat a ton of broccoli too. My kids love it steamed with nothing on it. They are easy to please!

        Reply
    12. Nicole says

      April 08, 2016 at 9:22 am

      L&L is on my Amazon wishlist – it does look like such a great book! And this recipe looks sooo nom too, thank you for sharing it!

      I’m wondering whether the mushrooms could also be cooked on a panino press-type grill, which would flatten them a bit, thus making more room in the bun to double them up. Not that I am a massive fan of ‘shrooms who could eat them until they came out of my ears. Honest! 😉5 stars

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 10:18 am

        Hi, Nicole! That might work. I would suspect a LOT of juice would come out of the mushroom that way though. If you try it, let me know!

        Reply
    13. Caroline Sieben says

      April 08, 2016 at 8:16 am

      Hard to pick one favorite veggie! I go through a ton of spinach, though. Also, I think I am a backwards cook.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 10:16 am

        Oh, that’s good! I’m sure you have less waste than most that way. Thanks, Caroline!

        Reply
    14. Strength and Sunshine says

      April 08, 2016 at 7:05 am

      I remember the first time I made a portobello burger years ago…instant love!
      That’s not fair…picking a favorite vegetable is attuned to picking a favorite child (we all have one…but we won’t admit to which one) 😉

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 7:38 am

        My favorite child changes by the day. 🙂 It’s SO hard to pick a favorite vegetable because I feel like that changes with the seasons. Right now, it’s asparagus, but overall it’s probably cauliflower.

        Reply
    15. DeanneO says

      April 08, 2016 at 5:35 am

      I love every vegetable but I would have to say my favorite is the potato. I’ve never met a potato I didn’t like!!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        April 08, 2016 at 7:36 am

        Yes, potatoes rock! And they are super versatile too!! My hubby doesn’t like them, so more for me!! 🙂 Good luck in the giveaway! Thanks, Deanne!

        Reply
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