Hearty & Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed mushrooms have been a favorite dish across cultures, from Mediterranean mezze platters to American holiday spreads. They’re versatile, easy to prepare, and bursting with flavor. This vegan version, filled with a hearty plant-based mixture and topped with melty dairy-free cheese, is an indulgent yet wholesome treat. Whether you’re making them as a snack, appetizer, or a side dish, these baked stuffed mushrooms are guaranteed to impress!

Vegan Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

For the Mushroom Filling:

• 20 large button mushrooms, stems removed

• 1 cup vegan ground meat substitute

• 1/2 cup shredded vegan cheese

• 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon tamari or coconut aminos

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Garnish:

• Extra shredded vegan cheese

OR

• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Mushroom Caps: Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems. Set the caps aside and finely chop the stems.

3. Make the Filling: In a pan over medium heat, sauté the chopped mushroom stems, onion, and garlic until softened. Add the vegan ground meat, walnuts, tamari, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. Stuff the Mushrooms: Fill each mushroom cap generously with the mixture and top with shredded vegan cheese.

5. Bake: Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is melted.

   
   
   

6. Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!

Why You’ll Love These Stuffed Mushrooms

These stuffed mushrooms are not only delicious but also nutritious. They offer a great balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber while being completely plant-based. The crunchy walnuts add texture, the smoky seasoning enhances the flavor, and the vegan cheese melts beautifully for the perfect finish.

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx. 4 mushrooms)

• Calories: 120

• Protein: 6g

• Carbohydrates: 7g

• Fat: 8g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 1g

A Crowd-Pleasing Favorite

Whether you’re making these for a casual dinner or a festive gathering, these savory baked stuffed mushrooms will be a hit. Serve them fresh out of the oven, and watch them disappear in no time! Let me know if you try this recipe—I’d love to hear how it turned out!