Portobello Steaks with Avocado Chimichurri. Friends, welcome to grilling season. I know what you’re thinking. Here we go with the fake meat substitutes and crumbly veggie burgers (see my Grillable Veggie Burgers here!). But not so fast! Here’s my new, go- to plant- based option: Grilled portobello mushrooms in a saucy marinade with spicy avocado chimichurri.

This recipe uses the avocado’s creamy texture as a replacement for cheese or mayonnaise-based sauces. Unlike these saturated fat-filled sauces, avocados are full of.

Yeah, yum. This recipe is inspired by my absolute favorite veggie burger at the moment, which is in our (new and improved, entirely plant- based) 3. Meals e. Cookbook! They take about 3. Just marinade, make your chimichurri, grill the mushrooms, dig in. It’s go time. When I was first conceiving recipe, I thought chimichurri – a citrusy, classic “steak” sauce with loads of parsley – would be a perfect pairing. And when I tasted it, I knew something was missing. Avocado to the rescue for seriously buttery texture and loads of nutrients.

Oh avocado, what can’t you do? These steaks are great on the grill or on the stovetop! I personally prefer a cast iron skillet since the entire surface gets browned and caramelized. I hope you LOVE these steaks! They’re: Hearty. Flavorful. Zesty. Herby. Buttery from the avocado. Extremely nutritious& SO easy.

This is the perfect option for all your summer grilling needs. They’re great on their own but would also pair well with salads, mashed potatoes, or cooked quinoa or rice (links below!). If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a picture #minimalistbaker on Instagram! I’d love to see what you come up with.

Cheers, friends! Portobello Steaks with Avocado Chimichurri. Grilled, marinated portobello steaks with a spicy avocado chimichurri sauce!

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Italian parsley is best)3 cloves garlic, minced (1 1/2 Tbsp or 9 g)1 shallot, minced. Tbsp (4. 5- 6. 0 ml) olive oil (extra virgin when possible)3 Tbsp (4. Add portobello mushrooms to a shallow baking dish or large freezer bag. Set aside. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, cumin, black pepper, paprika, garlic, and steak sauce (optional). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Basil Fish.

Add sauce to the mushrooms and use a pastry brush to brush on all sides. Marinate on one side for 5 minutes, then the other side for 5 minutes.

In the meantime, prepare chimichurri by adding parsley, garlic, shallot, red pepper flake, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to a medium mixing bowl and whisking to combine. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more lemon juice for acidity, salt for flavor, or red pepper flake for heat.

Add avocado and toss to combine. Set aside. Heat a grill or a large skillet over medium heat.

Cook on each side for 2- 3 minutes, or until caramelized and deep golden brown. Brush on any remaining marinade while cooking to infuse more flavor. To serve, top portobello steaks with avocado chimichurri. Baked Catfish Fillet. This makes a great standalone meal, but would also pair well with my Pecan Apple Salad, Pear Walnut Salad, or Vegan Mashed Potatoes! They would also pair well with grilled asparagus and/or cooked quinoa, millet, or brown rice.

Best when fresh.*Chimichurri sauce loosely adapted from Bon Appetit.*Mushroom marinade adapted from my Portobello Mushroom Burgers in our 3. Meals e. Cookbook!*For added protein, top with toasted pumpkin seeds or serve with cooked millet, quinoa, or brown rice!

Serving size: 1 mushroom (of 4) with chimichurri Calories: 3. Fat: 3. 5. 4 g Saturated fat: 5. Carbohydrates: 1.

Sugar: 2 g Sodium: 3. Fiber: 5. 4 g Protein: 4.