These vegan stuffed mushrooms are savory and satisfying. Moreover, they are dairy-free, easy to prepare, and perfect for parties or snacks.
Vegan stuffed mushrooms are tender, flavorful, and incredibly versatile. Moreover, they are baked until golden and packed with plant-based goodness. As a result, they make an ideal appetizer or light meal.
🛒 Ingredients
- 16 large button or cremini mushrooms
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
👩🍳 Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray.
- Meanwhile, clean mushrooms and remove the stems carefully.
- Next, chop the stems finely.
- Then, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion until soft.
- After that, add garlic and chopped stems, cooking briefly.
- Now, stir in breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Then, spoon the mixture into mushroom caps evenly.
- Finally, bake for 18–22 minutes until tender and lightly golden.
✨ Tips for Best Stuffed Mushrooms
- Firstly, choose mushrooms of similar size for even baking.
- Additionally, avoid washing mushrooms too long to prevent sogginess.
- However, do not overfill, because the stuffing may spill.
- For crisp tops, broil briefly at the end.
🔄 Variations
- Cheesy Style: Add vegan cream cheese for richness.
- Nutty Version: Mix in finely chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes or smoked paprika.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
💪 Health Benefits
Mushrooms are low in calories and rich in antioxidants. Moreover, nutritional yeast adds plant-based nutrients. Consequently, this dish supports a balanced vegan lifestyle.
- Supports immune health
- Naturally low in calories
- Dairy-free and cholesterol-free
- Rich in antioxidants
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per 4 Mushrooms – Approx.)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
Kids prefer simple flavors. Therefore, reduce garlic slightly. Additionally, use finely ground breadcrumbs for smoother texture. For fun, serve with ketchup or dairy-free dip.
