Portobello Egg Cups

Portobello mushrooms are a versatile vegetable (technically they are actually a fungi) with a meaty texture and their large round shape makes them an ideal container for stuffing with other ingredients. They are a good source of many different antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, but what’s even more interesting is the potential of their phytonutrients to enhance immunity. Exotic mushrooms like reishi and shiitake have long been documented to help boost our white blood cells but recent research is showing that our more ordinary mushrooms, including portobellos, share the same abilities. Another notable fact about their nutrient profile is that they contain selenium (a mineral and antioxidant) and vitamin B12- two nutrients that are often hard to get and are not normally found in vegetables. I kept it simple here and roasted them with a bit of tomato sauce and eggs for a clean and simple breakfasty food that provides lots of nutrients in a filling little package that’s good for a meal or snack any time of the day.