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    Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms with Cranberry Risotto [Oil Free]

    Published: Dec 30, 2020 · Modified: Jan 22, 2021 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    Vegan stuffed mushrooms with Italian style, creamy cranberry risotto. It’s a gorgeous and delicious appetizer, perfect for gatherings of any kind. Delicious finger food, you’ll want to make again and again.

    Side view of mushrooms stuffed with risotto and cranberries on white platter.

    This recipe was originally published in December 2018. It has been updated for content and photos.

    I’m a big fan of stuffing delicious food into other delicious food. So good right? 🙂 From recipes like these loaded sweet potatoes, lasagna stuffed portobellos, Mexican stuffed peppers or these taco zucchini boats, there’s something quite incredible about stuffing veggies.

    These vegan stuffed mushrooms will easily become another of your favourites.

    Rice and cranberries stuffed into mushrooms on white dish with parsley garnish,.

    Why you’ll love these stuffed mushrooms

    • They’re fun little appetizers, perfect for parties, or a romantic dinner for two.
    • Stuffed with cranberry risotto makes them festive, if you want to enjoy them over the holidays. Think Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s eve appetizers. Also great for Valentine’s day, Mother’s day, or truly you can enjoy these any time of year.
    • Only six ingredients required for a flavour filled bite that will knock your socks off!
    • You can prep these vegan stuffed mushrooms in advance and bake just before serving. Easy peasy!
    stuffed mushrooms on white platter with cranberries on top.

    How to make them

    (This is a summary with step by step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)

    Gather your ingredients, you’ll only need 6, plus a little salt and pepper.

    Ingredients to make vegan stuffed mushrooms scattered on grey deck.

    To prep your mushrooms

    Wash or scrub your mushrooms clean. Then use a paring knife to slowly and carefully cut out the mushroom stems. Set the stems aside and finely chop them. (photos 1-3)

    Gently scrape out any remaining gills, using a small spoon, to make more space for the stuffing. Your mushrooms should, more or less, look like they do in photo 4.

    Hand holding mushroom and stem being cut out from the middle of it.

    Now place your mushrooms, hollow side down on a prepared baking tray. Bake for 10 minutes and remove from the oven. (photos 5-6)

    The mushrooms will shrink slightly and release water as they bake. So use a paper towel or clean dish towel to dry them. Dry the mushrooms and any excess moisture on your parchment paper. Then place them back on your tray, but this time, hollow side up. Set aside. (photos 7-8)

    Mushrooms on baking tray before and after baking and excess moisture being blotted with towel.

    To make the cranberry risotto

    Add the onion, mushroom stems and garlic to a pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dry sauté until soft and reduced. The mushrooms will release moisture as they cook, so you shouldn’t need oil or water to sauté. (photos 9-10)

    Then add the arborio rice, and stirring constantly, sauté for about 30 more seconds. (photos 11-12)

    Onion, chopped mushroom and arborio rice being sauteed in pan.

    Start adding your vegetable broth to the pan, using about half a cup at a time. Stir often, and let the broth completely absorb, before adding the next half cup. Continue doing so, until all the broth is consumed and your rice is cooked. This process will take about 20 minutes. (photos 13-16)

    Broth being added to pan of arborio rice to make risotto.

    Stuff and bake

    Finally, add your cranberries to the risotto and mix to distribute. Then remove from the heat. (photos 17-18)

    Generously stuff your mushroom caps with the cranberry risotto and sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if using. Now, return the vegan stuffed mushrooms to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes. (photos 19-20)

    Cranberries being stirred into risotto and risotto being stuffed into mushroom caps.

    Remove your vegan stuffed mushrooms from the oven and enjoy warm. You may sprinkle them with fresh parsley, more parmesan cheese, or enjoy as is.

    Overhead view of stuffed mushrooms on white serving platter.

    Do I have to use arborio rice?

    I highly recommend arborio rice, for the absolute best texture here.

    Arborio rice gets creamy as it cooks, and truly the best rice for making risotto.

    However, if you cannot find any, or don’t wish to use white rice, you may sub for another rice, following the cooking instructions for the particular variety you choose.

    NOTE: You will need LESS broth for another variety of rice. Follow the ratio for your rice of choice.

    Can I make any substitutions?

    If you decide the sub the rice, as mentioned above, make sure to decrease the broth as well. Follow the directions and ratio for the variety of rice you’re choosing.

    You may sub the dried cranberries for another dried fruit of choice. Raisins, chopped dried figs, or chopped dates all work beautifully here.

    Expert Tips for Success

    • Use care when removing your mushroom stems. Don’t rush, especially if it’s your first time making stuffed mushrooms.
    • If it’s your first time making stuffed mushrooms, I recommend buying a couple extra, just in case some break. Then, if you do end up with a couple of broken ones, finely chop them and add them to your stuffing. No waste.
    • Make sure to dry the excess liquid after the first round of baking your mushrooms. Don’t skip this step, or the mushrooms may be watery later.
    • Do NOT add all the broth at once, to your pan of arborio rice. When making Italian risotto, the slow way, is the best way for perfectly creamy texture.

    More delicious risotto recipes

    • Vegan Pumpkin Risotto
    • Mushroom Risotto Burger
    • Vegetable Brown Rice Risotto
    • Asparagus Lemon Risotto
    • Mushroom Risotto

    If you tried this recipe, please let me know about it in the comments below. I always love hearing from you! Don’t forget to Subscribe to This Healthy Kitchen to be among the first to get my new recipes! You can also FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter to see more delicious food and get all the latest updates.

    Buon appetito,
    Rosa

    Side view of mushrooms stuffed with risotto and cranberries on white platter.

    Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms with Cranberry Risotto

    Vegan stuffed mushrooms with Italian style, creamy cranberry risotto. It's a gorgeous and delicious appetizer, perfect for gatherings of any kind.
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 15 Mushrooms
    Calories: 40kcal

    Ingredients

    • 15 stuffers mushrooms large cremini or button mushrooms
    • ½ small onion finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • ½ cup arborio rice
    • 3 cups low sodium vegetable broth
    • ⅓ cup dried unsweetened cranberries
    • salt + pepper to taste

    Optional Garnish

    • vegan parmesan cheese
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
    • Use a paring knife to carefully remove the mushrooms stems, finely chop them, and set aside. Then use a small spoon and carefully scrape out the gills and discard.
    • Place the mushrooms hollow side down on your tray and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and use a clean dish towel or paper towels to absorb any excess moisture that the mushrooms released during baking. Dry the parchment paper too. Then flip them hollow side up and set aside.
    • Meanwhile, add the onion, garlic and chopped mushroom stems to a large pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dry sauté for about 5 minutes (the mushrooms will release moisture so you won't need oil) until softened and reduced. Then add the rice and mix well, cooking/toasting for about 30 seconds.
    • Add about ½ cup of broth to your pan, stirring often until absorbed. Continue adding your broth about ½ cup at a time, stirring your risotto often. Wait until the liquids are absorbed before adding the next portion of broth. Continue doing so until all 3 cups of broth are used. This process should take around 20 minutes. Then remove from the heat, add your cranberries and mix to combine.
    • Turn up your oven to 400 degrees F. Then, divide your cranberry risotto between your mushrooms. Sprinkle them vegan Parmesan cheese if using and bake for 15 minutes. Serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Mushroom | Calories: 40kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Cindy

      December 10, 2021 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      These were amazing!!!! I made a test batch last night so I can put them on my Christmas menu and they certainly passed the test!!!! Cannot wait to serve these to my family on Christmas Day!!!

      Reply
      • Rosa

        December 11, 2021 at 1:14 pm

        Thrilled to hear that Cindy! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Sarah

      January 03, 2021 at 6:47 am

      5 stars
      Omgosh Rosa!! These were amazing!!!! Wish I could give more than 5 stars!

      Reply
      • Rosa

        January 03, 2021 at 8:58 am

        YAY!! Thrilled to hear that Sarah. Thanks so much. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Jess

      January 02, 2021 at 2:46 pm

      5 stars
      Made these on New Years day and they were a hit! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Rosa

        January 03, 2021 at 8:53 am

        Yay! Thanks for sharing Jess!

        Reply
      • Dana

        November 02, 2022 at 11:10 am

        Looks awesome! How far I advance can you make them , and if so are they completely stuffed.

        Reply
        • Rosa

          November 03, 2022 at 8:47 am

          You can fully prep and stuff one day before the second bake step. Enjoy 🙂

          Reply
    4. LJ

      January 02, 2021 at 12:39 pm

      4 stars
      I made these as per recipe. They were good but tasted a lot like the broth only. . I think I would add nuts for a little crunch and some herbs next time.

      Reply
      • Rosa

        January 03, 2021 at 8:48 am

        Glad you enjoyed, nuts sound great!

        Reply
    5. Nira teller

      December 30, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      What a wonderful recipe. I’m going to make it tomorrow. Thank you

      Reply
      • Rosa

        December 30, 2020 at 2:36 pm

        My pleasure Nira. Please report back. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Tami

      November 04, 2019 at 4:07 pm

      I can’t wait to try this recipe, it looks so delicious! What would you use instead of cranberries though? I try to make my meals as oil-free as possible and it’s difficult to find dried fruit without any added oil. 🙁

      Reply
      • rosa

        November 04, 2019 at 8:25 pm

        Hi Tami, any dried fruit would be a good replacement but if that’s not an option, how about some chopped walnuts or pecans? I do like the tang that the cranberries add, but nuts would give these a nice crunch. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    7. Chloe

      January 08, 2019 at 10:36 am

      5 stars
      I’ve never thought of doing stuffed mushrooms with risotto inside, definitely going to have to try these now!

      Reply
      • rosa

        January 08, 2019 at 1:16 pm

        Hi Chloe, thanks so much for your comment. I definitely recommend them, they are SO yummy! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Jay

      December 29, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      Made these for Christmas Day and they were a huge hit! Gone in minutes. Thanks for sharing! ✌️

      Reply
      • rosa

        January 08, 2019 at 1:15 pm

        Thanks Jay! I’m so glad they were a hit. We made these for the holidays as well, and they were VERY well received. 🙂

        Reply

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