Skip to main content

Asparagus Mushroom Melt

English muffins topped with fresh veggies and cheese make this a flavorful appetizer, snack or meal.
English muffins topped with chopped asparagus, mushrooms and broiled cheese are shown on plates.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Makes: 8 muffin halves
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

4 English muffins
¼ cup finely minced onion
1 cup chopped mushrooms
1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil
½ pound asparagus, trimmed and sliced crosswise into ½ inch rounds
½ teaspoon ground thyme, oregano or basil
1 ½ teaspoons vinegar (any type)
1 dash each salt and black pepper
¾ cup (3 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
  3. Toast muffin halves and place on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onion and mushrooms in oil, stirring often, until just beginning to brown.
  5. Add asparagus, thyme and vinegar. Sauté, stirring often, until asparagus is barely tender. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Divide the vegetable mixture equally onto the muffin halves. Top each muffin with shredded cheese.
  7. Broil muffins until the cheese melts. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • To trim asparagus, remove the tough bottom 1 to 1 ½ inch of the stalk.
  • No English muffins? Serve over a whole grain such as brown rice or bulgur.

Comments

I needed a side dish for dinner and I had asparagus and mushrooms in the firdge that needed to be used up.  I found this recipe and followed it except for adding the english muffin.  It was very good!  I recommend it with or without the muffin.

This makes a tasty lunch or snack. We had this prepared by a local caterer for a meeting and it went over very well.

You might also like...

Recipes A to Z (without photos)

Microwave Popcorn
Large bowl of seasoned popcorn with cilantro.

Microwave Popcorn

Make the perfect snack at home with a paper bag!
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
5 minutes
Makes:
8 cups
Kiwi, Banana and Apple Salad
Colorful mix of chopped fruit with dressing.

Kiwi, Banana and Apple Salad

This sweet and tangy fruit salad is a great side dish for summer BBQs, picnics and potlucks.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Makes:
3 Cups
Parsnip Soup
Small bowls of smooth parsnip soup.

Parsnip Soup

A creamy and flavorful vegetable soup is perfect alongside a sandwich or salad for lunch, or on its own on a cold day.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Cook:
40 minutes
Makes:
6 cups
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Chewy oat and raisin cookies are shown on a serving plate.

Banana Oatmeal Cookies

A great grab-and-go snack with sweet raisins, warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. No sugar added and kid approved!
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Makes:
14 Cookies
Baked Cauliflower Tots
Baked rounds of chopped cauliflower and cheese are shown on a platter.

Baked Cauliflower Tots

Cauliflower Tots are cheesy and kid-approved! They are sure to become your favorite side dish or snack.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
20 minutes
Makes:
15 tots
Rice Salad
Bowls of rice with celery, apples and raisins.

Rice Salad

A sweet and savory meal with filling rice, sweet apples and raisins, and creamy yogurt. A satisfying and healthy breakfast idea.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Was this page helpful to you?
CAPTCHA
This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.