Caprese Portobello Mushroom Burger

Caprese Portobello Mushroom Burger

This plant-based mushroom burger, served on a lettuce bun, features fresh mozzarella, a thick slice of tomato, a fresh basil leaf, a basil aioli, and Alexia® Sweet Potato Waffle Cut Fries.

10min. Prep Time
30min. Total Time
4 SERVINGS

Ingredients

  • 1 bag Alexia® Sweet Potato Waffle Cut Fries (20 oz)
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Leaves, packed
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 4 Portobello Mushrooms
  • Cooking Spray
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • 8 Butter Lettuce Leaves
  • 4 Large Basil Leaves
  • 4 Slices Tomato
  • 4 Slices Fresh Mozzarella

Directions

  1. Prepare the fries according to package instructions.

  2. Add mayonnaise, basil, balsamic vinegar, and salt to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.

  3. Spray mushrooms generously with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper. Preheat an indoor grill pan on the stovetop over medium high heat for about 1 minute. Add mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.

  4. Assemble Caprese Portobello Mushroom Burgers over a lettuce leaf with basil aioli, a basil leaf, tomato slice, mozzarella slice, and waffle cut fries. Top with an additional lettuce leaf.