Dehydrator Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms
Elevate your plant-based appetizer game with these irresistible Dehydrator Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms. Filled with a vibrant homemade basil pesto made from fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, and a touch of nutritional yeast for a cheesy, umami kick, these tender button mushrooms are a true flavor-packed delight. The dehydrator gently warms the mushrooms at a low 115°F, preserving their nutrients while softening their texture and enhancing the pesto's flavors. Perfect as a bite-sized snack or elegant party appetizer, these vegan, gluten-free stuffed mushrooms are sure to impress. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they’re a wholesome, gourmet treat that’s easy to prepare and packed with earthy, aromatic goodness. Optimize your entertaining menu with these nutrient-rich and beautifully presented bites!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Button mushrooms (medium sized)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning the pesto)
Instructions
Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth. Remove the stems carefully and set the mushroom caps aside. Reserve the stems for another use if desired.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add water 1 teaspoon at a time until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
Spoon the prepared pesto into each mushroom cap, filling them generously.
Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on the trays of your dehydrator, making sure they are spaced out evenly.
Set the dehydrator to 115°F (46°C) and dehydrate for 4 hours or until the mushrooms are tender and the pesto has slightly firmed up.
Serve the mushrooms warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or snack. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
713 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.9 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1204 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1200 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
