Stuffed portobello mushrooms with spinach and artichoke are so easy to make! Serve these low carb stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer or side dish.
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Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
I’m a huge fan of spinach artichoke dip and I’m also a mushroom lover. The combination of the two makes this dish one of the best vegetarian low carb recipes!
Carbs In Stuffed Mushrooms
There aren’t that many carbs in portabella mushrooms but, there are carbs in artichokes and spinach. That’s why I don’t recommend eating a whole stuffed mushroom.
One medium artichoke has about 13 grams of carbohydrates, but over half the carbs are fiber. So if you count net carbs, it shouldn’t be an issue.
A single portobello mushroom cap has 4 grams of total carbs, most of which (3 grams) is fiber. A cup of cooked spinach has about 7 grams of carbs with over half (4 grams) coming from fiber.
Because this is a vegetarian stuffed portobello mushroom recipe, the carbs are higher than the ones mainly stuffed with meat. But, if you count net carbs instead of total, each one of the stuffed mushrooms has under 10 grams of net carbs.
Ingredients To Make Spinach Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
This is such a simple recipe. It's enough to serve four people!
- You'll need some medium portobello mushrooms. Remove the stems and gills so you can stuff them.
- I also used frozen spinach - cook it and drain it first. You can also use fresh spinach - just cook it and drain it before you stuff it in the mushrooms.
- For the artichoke hearts, it's easier to chop the hearts from a can. Drain it and chop them up. It's so quick.
- You'll also need cream cheese. Keep it at room temperature so it's easier to mix. Full-fat cream cheese is the healthiest, especially on the keto diet.
- Sour cream! Same as cream cheese. Don't use low-fat or fat-free sour cream.
- For the parmesan cheese, I prefer to use grated real cheese. Don't use the shelf-stable stuff unless you are in a real pinch.
- Use shredded mozzarella cheese too. You can shred it yourself or save time and just buy a bag of pre-shredded cheese.
- You can use minced garlic instead of chopped, but the chopped garlic will have a lot more flavor.
- Don't forget the salt and pepper for taste! I sometimes like to add a few red crushed peppers for a spicy kick.
Please note: Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low carb recipe.
Kitchen Tools Used In This Recipe
You may want to have the following items on hand to make the recipe:
Quick Tips
- Make bite-sized appetizers - If you don’t mind the extra work, regular button mushrooms could be stuffed as well. But, I like the larger size of the stuffed portobello mushrooms and I think they have a better taste than the smaller button ones.
- Leave out the artichokes to decrease carbs - To cut back on carbs, the artichokes can be left out. Or, they can be replaced with some browned ground meat like sausage or beef. The mushroom stems can be finely chopped and added in as well.
- Top with pork rinds - If you are one of those that like bread crumbs sprinkled on top, just use seasoned crushed pork rinds instead.
How To Make Artichoke and Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms
I’ve never made keto stuffed mushrooms before so I wasn’t really sure how much of the inside of the mushrooms to remove. I ended up cutting out the stems and scraping out the gills.
After the mushroom caps are prepared and placed on a baking sheet, olive oil is brushed on. Then, they are broiled on high for about 5 minutes on each side.
This pre-cooks the mushrooms so they are more tender.
Although frozen chopped spinach was used for convenience in these stuffed portobello mushrooms, fresh spinach is always an option. It just needs to be steamed and then drained and chopped.
To make sure the spinach wasn’t too watery after cooking, it’s best to put it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Next, it’s mixed together with artichoke, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
The filling should be piled on in a nice mound to top off each portobello mushroom. Once the filling is evenly divided, freshly grated mozzarella cheese is sprinkled on top.
Finally, the stuffed portabella mushroom caps are baked at 375°F for about 10 to 15 minutes. To get the cheese topping to brown up nicely, the broiler may need to be turned on at the end of baking.
I kept the stuffed mushrooms on the center oven rack when baking. But, for the last couple of minutes, I turned the broiler on high just until the tops began to brown.
What To Serve With Baked Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
These gems are quite tasty alone, but I suggest eating only half as the carb count is rather high for a whole one.
A nice reverse seared steak would go wonderful with these yummy low carb spinach artichoke stuffed mushrooms!
There is quite a bit of filling in each mushroom cap so you’ll get a nice serving of veggies in these tasty bites. We all know that spinach is super healthy, but artichokes are great too.
Frequently Asked Questions About Keto Stuffed Mushrooms
Before we get to the recipe card below, I wanted to answer a few questions I get about stuffed mushrooms.
How do you keep stuffed mushrooms from becoming watery?
To keep the mushrooms from going watery when they cook, roast them on the stove before you stuff them. This will dry them out a bit more. You should also use a paper towel to get as much water out of the spinach and artichokes as possible.
Can you eat mushrooms on keto?
This depends on how many carbs you ate that day. This recipe is kind of high in carbs, so either make some modifications or watch your portion size.
How do you store stuffed mushrooms?
These will only last 2-3 days in the refrigerator. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Eat them as soon as possible since they actually taste the best right out of the oven.
Other Low Carb Mushroom Recipes
There are so many ways to enjoy mushrooms on a low carb diet. This baked stuffed portobello mushroom recipe is just one out of hundreds.
Here are a few of my own personal favorites:
- Sautéed Green Beans and Mushrooms is a really easy recipe that you can make right on your stovetop.
- Stir-Fried Sheephead Mushrooms taste just like takeout, you won't believe how much flavor they have.
- Cauliflower Rice Risotto is a fun way to enjoy something that reminds you of a carb-filled side dish on the keto diet.
- Chicken in White Sauce has a rich flavor that is enhanced by the mushrooms.
I’ve even seen people use portobello mushrooms as hamburger buns. I haven’t tried that yet, but will soon.
If you're looking for another great artichoke recipe, be sure to try my easy roasted artichoke hearts recipe!
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Recipe
Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 medium portobello mushrooms stems and gills removed
- 1 package frozen chopped spinach cooked and drained, 10 ounces
- 1 can artichoke hearts drained and chopped, 14 ounce can
- 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Brush mushrooms with olive oil, place on baking pan in center of oven and broil high, 5 minutes each side, or until tender.
- Squeeze cooked spinach in clean dish towel if desired to remove excess water.
- Mix together the spinach, artichoke, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each mushroom cap with the spinach mix, distributing the filling evenly between the mushrooms.
- Sprinkle tops with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for 10-15 minutes. Turn broiler on high for a few minutes at end of baking to brown cheese, if needed.
Notes
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
Additional Info
Notes on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
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Post updated on December 16, 2020, with clearer images and additional recipe information. Originally published on February 1, 2016.
Allison
Really good! And that’s from someone who doesn’t love stuffed mushrooms. 😂
Caught a review that asked about using an air fryer to do the mushrooms, and it WORKED GREAT. Saved so much time while really drying out the shrooms. (Did 5 mins each side at about 360 degrees). Also, with the air fryer method, it will be easier to make the mushrooms quickly right before meal time…. So I decided to keep my filling and mushrooms separate and until I’m about to actually eat them, improving taste & texture of leftovers. So far it’s been a great strategy.
Thanks for the recipe!! 💕
jagdeep
Delicious! My wife and I just made them, and they were great!
Laura
These were flipping amazing! The one thing I did differently was add a little msg to the spinach filling. It makes it a little more like spinach dip. I will make these again for sure
Darren
What about putting the mushrooms in an air fryer instead of broiling them and roasting them. Do you think this will tenderize and remove moisture at the same time?
Lisa MarcAurele
Yes. You can roast the mushrooms in an air fryer. Temperature would be lower and it should take less time.
cher bartlett
Hi
In this recipe the carbs are 5g under Nutritional Info. In Additional Info, they are 3. How didy ou arrive at 3? I don't see fiber to subtract it.
Thanks. I'll be making these for sure!
Lisa MarcAurele
There are 2 grams of fiber listed. Perhaps you missed it in the data.
Stac
Is it possible to make these dairy free?
Lisa MarcAurele
You could try using dairy-free cheese and coconut yogurt for the sour cream.
Lonna Marchetti
I had the stuffed portobello with artichoke and spinach last night. Only had half, but could have easily eaten the entire mushroom. Absolutely, incredibly delicious!!!!
Ann
These are just delicious
DIANE
I have been making stuffed large portabella mushroons way before keto/low carb. I use some cooked ground beef, chopped mushroom stems, spices to one's taste, shredded mozz cheese.
After I shaped them, I spritz balsamic vinaigrette on them, and baked till done, putting the balsamic out for anyone who desired more.
I also use large almost ripe tomatoes the same way.
so yummy as a meal with keto crusty bread chaffle, etc.
If you would like to do the tomato version, I give my permission to do so. Jersey tomatoes are the best!!
Diane
marge martin
I made these and very good. Maybe just a salad will go well as the mushrooms are rich and very filling!
marge martin
I decided to try this recipe and was good, to say the least. My husband enjoyed the mushrooms as well. Do not, in my opinion, to go. need anything else such as meat maybe a salad would be good. It is very rich that is why I am saying a salad. Give this recipe a try don`t think you will be disappointed.
Laney
I made these a while ago, and they were soooo good. I want to make I am for Easter, but I want to make them ahead. Someone asked about freezing these in your comment and you mentioned freezing unbaked. Since you have to broil the mushrooms before adding the stuffing how would you freeze them unbaked?
Lisa MarcAurele
I'd broil the mushrooms first and then freeze stuffed. But you can freeze them already baked as well and then thaw and reheat.
Shirley
Do they freeze well ??
Lisa MarcAurele
I've seen frozen stuffed mushrooms so they should be okay to freeze. You could freeze a few unbaked too.
Trena
I will try this.
I use portabellas as a mini pizza crust for my keto meals. Pre-cook them in the oven to get rid of some water, tomato sauce, oregano, toppings of choice and cheese of choice then bake again.
I love the meaty texture of the mushrooms.
Lisa
I haven't tried that, but sounds like a great idea.
Elizabeth Santiago
I enjoyed this, but found that upon broiling, my rather large mushrooms shrunk so much the smallest of the four looked like a cremini mushroom. Next time I would probably go directly to baking them for about 25 min. Also, I'd sautee some onion and the garlic in oil first and then wilt fresh spinach in it instead of using frozen. I'd also add some thyme and maybe a pinch of nutmeg. Thanks for the recipe.
Cmcmath
I think these changes would be welcome (except no nutmeg for me????) as I had similar results.
Cheryl
You say the carb count is quite high for a whole one. So, where do those carbs come from?
Lisa
Mainly the artichokes.
Chanel McKinnies
Love this recipe. I am meal prepping for a low carb health plan and the fact that I get 8 servings is great! I had this along with grilled Salmon. To my surprise I was stuffed! Thanks for sharing!
hayley
Made these last night! Sooo delicious even my two year old ate them!
Jasmin
What would you suggest doing with the other half? Can they be saved for the next day and reheated? They sound delicious and I have company so rarely I would never get to make them if they have to be eaten right away since I don't like to throw out food.
Lisa
Yes! They reheat well.
Darci Sieracki
This recipe was awesome! I did not use Mozzarella cheese and just topped with additional fresh Parmesan and it was beyond words! So crazy good!
Lisa
Good to know it's good with just Parmesan!
Olivia Benton
You said remove gills in the ingredient list but you did not remove them in the video. Why did you do this?
Lisa MarcAurele
You can do it either way. Removing the gills gives more room for stuffing.
Arimed
DELICIOUS!!!
I made these tonight for dinner. Meatless Saturday.
Husband and I loved them. So did my friends.
I stuffed both portabella mushrooms and a red and a yellow pepper. Baked about 10-15 longer for the peppers.
Also I have dark coated baking pan so I set m oven at
350 degrees. I will defiantly make them again.
Note: I think as an appetizer for my next party, I will try stuffing Baby Bella mushrooms.
Lisa
I never thought to use peppers. Great idea!
Shelly Tallant
My hubby made t-bones on the grill last night and I made these delicious mushrooms to go with it. We both loved it!! Your recipe is fantastic! I will definitely be making this recipe again!
Lisa
Sounds like a winning dinner!
Kim Brown
Can't wait to try this!
Lisa
Hope you love it!
Marie
I'm very happy to have found your website! Tonight I am making your shake and bake chicken, tomorrow I am making your creamy milk chocolate pudding and after I go to the grocery store and get a couple of things for this recipe, I will be making these as a side dish. I'm going to cheat though and have a whole one! Two servings is less than 10 grams of carbs! I will be coming back to your site often! There are so many things I want to try.
Lisa
I hope you enjoy the recipe Marie!
Alicia
I have been on a stuffed mushroom kick lately. They are absolutely delicious. I've tried a lot of variations as far as the stuffing. I've been trying to stay as low carb as possible, so right now for my mushrooms, I use cooked chopped canadian bacon and chopped spinach, then top it with fresh shredded parmesan cheese, and into the oven it goes. So good!
Lisa
Yum! I haven't had Canadian bacon in a while, but it sounds like a terrific stuffing!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
These look AMAZING! I can't wait to try them!
susan @ the wimpy vegetarian
I'm always looking for portabello recipes, and this is my next one to try! Love how it sounds!
Lisa
You'll love it Susan!
Michelle Stern (What's Cooking with Kids)
These look delicious. When I first saw the photo, it brought back tons of memories from when my now husband was wooing me and made me his grandmother's stuffed mushroom recipe. I'm definitely going to pin this recipe so that I can remember to make it 🙂
Lisa
What an awesome memory Michelle! Thanks for the pin!
Catherine
Dear Lisa, I love stuffed mushrooms and these sound absolutely marvelous! xo, Catherine