Portobello Mushroom Sandwich

By Carmen Santillan (Cena Vegan)


INGREDIENTS

4 Ciabatta rolls
2-3 large portobello mushrooms
4 vegan provolone slices
2 cups spinach leaves
¼ cup sliced red onion
4 large pieces roasted red bell peppers
2 fresh garlic cloves chopped fine
4 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tsp horseradish
4 tbsp divided into 2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Salt & pepper

RECIPE

  1. Combine the mayonnaise, horseradish, and sprinkle a little salt. Mixed well and set aside. Chop the garlic cloves and add them to the olive oil. Once combined, separate mixture into 2 bowls.
  2. Take one of the bowls containing the olive oil & garlic mixture and add the balsamic vinegar, and salt &  pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. Clean the portobello mushrooms with a damp towel as needed before slicing them into ½ inch pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sliced mushrooms & the olive oil balsamic vinegar mixture. Gently mix the mushrooms until they are fully coated with the marinade. Set aside.
  5. Slice the ciabatta rolls, brush with remaining olive oil & garlic mixture and toast in oven until golden brown.
  6. Place the mushrooms in a microwave-safe dish and microwave loosely covered for 2-3 minutes, until the mushrooms are fully cooked.

 

Sandwich assembly:

  1. Spread the mayonnaise mixture onto the ciabatta rolls evenly & layer the sandwich ingredients in the following  order.
  2. Layer the mushroom pieces on the ciabatta roll bottom.
  3. Add a slice of provolone cheese on top of the mushrooms.
  4. Add a large piece of roasted red pepper.
  5. Add ½ cup of spinach leaves.
  6. Top with red onion pieces.
  7. Place the ciabatta roll top, slice the sandwich in half if desired before serving.