Nanci's Mock Chicken Liver

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with Nanci's Mock Chicken Liver, a delightful vegetarian spread that captures all the savory essence of traditional pâté without the meat. This wholesome recipe features a rich blend of tender lentils, toasted walnuts, caramelized onions, and hard-boiled eggs, perfectly seasoned with a hint of smoked paprika for an optional smoky depth. The spread is easy to prepare and comes together in under an hour, making it the ideal make-ahead dish for gatherings or casual snacking. Serve it chilled or at room temperature with crisp crackers, rustic bread, or fresh veggie sticks for a nutrient-rich, protein-packed delight. Whether you're entertaining or simply indulging, this flavorful recipe will have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green or brown lentils
• 2 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water and place them in a medium-sized saucepan with 2 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Bring the lentils to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the lentils cook, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and starting to caramelize. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 5

In a food processor, combine the cooked lentils, toasted walnuts, sautéed onion and garlic mixture, hard-boiled eggs, black pepper, and smoked paprika (if using). Pulse the mixture in short bursts until it reaches a spreadable consistency, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the processor. Be careful not to over-process; the texture should remain slightly chunky.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a pinch more salt or pepper depending on your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the mock chicken liver spread to a serving dish or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, toast, or vegetable sticks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1038.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1478.7

Total Fat 117.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 59.3g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1331.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 50.6g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 273.9mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1590.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.5%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 18.4%