Savoury Mushroom and Melted Cheese Sandwiches for Dinner

Cheesy mushroom melts are a nutrient-rich comfort food featuring sautéed mushrooms, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dairy-free cheese sauce for bright, layered flavor.

Recipe originally published March 28, 2014

 

 

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Why you’ll love this mushroom melt

This cheesy mushroom melt balances juicy vegetables with warm, melty cheese sauce for a satisfying sandwich that feels indulgent yet wholesome. Layers of kale, tomato, and caramelized mushrooms create texture and deep savory flavor in every bite.

Mushrooms bring a meaty texture and rich umami that makes them an excellent alternative to meat, whether you want to add more plant-based meals or simply cut back on animal protein.

They are low in fat and calories, contain antioxidants, and provide vitamins like B and D plus potassium. As a plant-based ingredient, mushrooms contain no cholesterol.

As a Mushroom Council ambassador, I encourage you to explore the benefits mushrooms offer for overall nutrition and immune support.

 

How to caramelize mushrooms

The key to perfectly caramelized mushrooms is patience: place sliced mushrooms in a hot pan with melted butter or ghee and leave them undisturbed so they can develop crispy, browned edges. Arrange the slices in a single layer, cook over medium heat for at least 5 minutes, let the mushrooms release and then evaporate their liquid, and flip to brown the other side. If needed, add a little more fat while they cook.

This simple technique yields deep flavor and a satisfying texture—great for sandwiches, pastas, or bowls.

More mushroom recipes

If you love these melts, try other mushroom-forward dishes: a hearty mushroom stew that layers bold flavors, a kale and portobello lasagna for a comforting bake, a rich mushroom gravy that’s perfect for holidays, mushroom and shallot quiche for brunch, or a savory vegan mushroom burger topped with all your favorite fixings.

 

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Yield: 2 sandwiches

Cheesy Mushroom Melts

These cheesy melt sandwiches are a nutrient-rich comfort food. Mushrooms, vegetables, and a dairy-free cheese sauce combine for colorful, satisfying flavor.

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
10 minutes

Total Time
20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 gluten-free seeded sandwich rolls
• 4 large leaves kale, washed and stemmed
• 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
• 2 tablespoons dairy-free butter or ghee
• 1 pint crimini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
• 1/3 cup Easy Vegan Cheese Sauce

Instructions

Caramelize the mushrooms

1. In a large, straight-sided sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter or ghee.
2. Add the mushroom slices in a single layer so they lie flat and do not overlap.
3. Cook without stirring for 5–6 minutes to allow the mushrooms to caramelize and develop crisp edges.
4. Let the liquid from the mushrooms evaporate completely; add another tablespoon of butter if needed as they cook. Flip to brown the other side as desired.

While mushrooms caramelize, warm the cheese sauce in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Tear the kale into pieces that fit the bread and slice the tomatoes.

Assemble sandwiches

1. Split the rolls in half.
2. Spread about a tablespoon of cheese sauce on each bottom roll.
3. Divide the kale between the sandwiches, layering it on the bottom bread.
4. Top the kale with tomato slices, then pile on the hot mushrooms.
5. Drizzle additional cheese sauce over the mushrooms and add the top half of the roll.

Notes

Mushrooms are versatile and make a great meat alternative. They are rich in antioxidants and provide B and D vitamins as well as potassium. Low in fat and calories, they contain no cholesterol.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 321
Total Fat: 13g
Sodium: 329mg
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 7g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 12g

Nutrition calculations vary by calculator and are for informational purposes only.

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