Gluten free and totally delicious spin on traditional pizza, this portobello pizza is a real crowd-pleaser!
My sister-in-law was recently diagnosed with Celiac, and so she has been adjusting to a gluten-free diet. We were talking the other day, and she said the hardest thing for her is giving up pizza. There is just something about pizza on a Friday night that is hard to give up. I personally love this BBQ Chicken Pizza on Friday nights.
I took this as a challenge to come up with a great gluten free pizza she could enjoy on Friday night movie nights. I suggested she try a cauliflower crust. I love cauliflower crusts, but they do take some work to make. And so I kept searching for something that would be almost as easy as calling for delivery! And I found it.
These portabello pizzas are amazing. The Portabello give it a nice, hearty, meaty “crust” and there is very little work to it. I don’t even miss the grain crust!

Portabello Pizza
Ingredients
- 4 portabello mushrooms
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup pizza or spaghetti sauce of choice
- 2 cups mozarella cheese
- 1 tbs organo parsley, and thyme mix (Italian mix)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350
- Take the stems out of the center of the portabello mushrooms and clean
- Put a tablespoon or so of pizza sauce into center of portabello and spread around
- Chop of basil and spinach, and mix together
- Spread greens over top of portabello
- Cut up half the grape tomatoes, and layer over basil and spinach
- Sprinkle with cheese and seasonings
- Add other tomatoes and a bit more cheese
- Bake on cookie sheet or in cast iron pan for 15-18 minutes
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I loved using the fresh basil I grew in my garden, but you could use ham and pineapple, pepperoni, anchovies, olives, or whatever you traditionally love on pizza!
And because I was searching for my sister-in-law, I had to go over and make her some. I prepared them in her kitchen in about 20 minutes time they were on the table. Her and her husband loved them as much as I did, and couldn’t say enough good about them. A win!
I love that they are pre-portioned as the mushrooms come in a set size!
While I will still continue to try and develop a great gluten-free traditional crust for my sister-in-law and those who need/want gluten free I think you will find this to be an amazing option, and a real palate pleaser, whether you need gluten free or not!
And if you love Portobellos, check out my Steak Stuffed Portobellos or Lasagna Stuffed Portobello! They are both to die for!
Enjoy!
Kungphoo says
That is a different take on traditional pizza.. thanks for sharing it, it looks pretty good.
Rachael says
It is, but it is very tasty! Thanks.
Chrissy says
That looks so amazing and I can’t believe it’s so easy to make! Thanks 🙂
Rachael says
Thank you!
Jen says
This looks delicious and I love that its deep dish!
Rachael says
Thank you! It was delicious.
Cynthia says
I’m still dreaming of them!! So, so good!!! Thanks again Rach!! Oh and there is no need to be gluten free to enjoy them!!
Rachael says
You are welcome!
Samantha Angell says
This looks great! My friend is gluten free and always looking for new recipes, so I will send this over to her.
Rachael says
Thanks! I always appreciate shares.
Close To Home (@StayCloseToHome) says
I have grilled portabella mushrooms before with horseradish and it is delicious. Need to look into making these pizza.
Rachael says
Yum! That sounds awesome. I hope you make it and love it.
Risa says
This is definitely a different take on pizza. My daughter and husband can’t eat mushrooms, however.
Rachael says
That is too bad! I have lots of non mushroom pizza recipes too!
Bonnie @WEMAKE7 says
I don’t really like mushrooms but you made this looks so great I may have to change my mind on that! =)
Rachael says
It is really yummy, and not too mushroom-y, but hey, mushrooms aren’t for everyone.
Liz Mays says
Never in my life did I think anyone could convince me to eat mushrooms. By gosh, I think you’ve done it.
Rachael says
Oh thank you! That is so sweet.
Elayna Fernandez-Bare says
This is brilliant! I am definitely making this and using vegan cheese. We love mushrooms and pizza! 🙂
Rachael says
Sounds tasty! I hope you love it.
Michelle F. says
That is such a great idea! I love portobellos and am cutting carbs so this is perfect!
Rachael says
Good, so happy to help!
Carisa Smith says
Yummy!!! This looks like a crowd pleaser.
Rachael says
Thank you.
michele d says
oh my ! That pizza looks so so good! Not a big fan of mushrooms but I would eat this. I want some now!
Rachael says
Thanks so much!
Alysia says
Oh wow, this looks absolutely delicious!
As per usual, your pictures are fantastic.
Stopping by to leave some common love from the Dish
Alysia x
http://www.mydomesticdish.com
Rachael says
You are so sweet Alysia!
Jaime says
First- I adore that pan! I think I need it in my life. Second- YUM! I have to try this!
Rachael says
Isn’t it cute? I love it. Can never have too many blog props!
franckxethee says
This looks really tasty and it’s nice that you used the smaller and rounded tomato. It’s much sweeter and can bring a unique taste to your pizza.
Rachael says
Yes, they were perfect for it! Thanks
Don Purdum says
I love portebella mushrooms and this is a great idea. Shared it with my wife and we are planning to try it this week. Thanks for the tip!
~ Don
Rachael says
Thank you! I hope you love it as much we do.
Kimberly M (@momgosomething) says
Sweet mother of…I’d eat that right now for breakfast. I love Portobello mushrooms and are a great alternative to meat dishes like hamburgers. Love this and will try for sure!!
Rachael says
Haha, I frequently stuff portabellos for breakfast. Great minds think alike!
Victoria says
My boys love Pizza. I am going to have to give this recipe a try.
Rachael says
You won’t be disappointed
Roch says
The portobello pizza looks really good! The pictures are so sharp and the vivid colors only make me drool even more. 🙂
Rachael says
Wow! Thank you!