Vegan Lentil Pate Aka Faux Gras

Elevate your plant-based snacking game with this Vegan Lentil Pâté, affectionately known as Faux Gras. Packed with earthy green or brown lentils, buttery toasted walnuts, and a medley of savory flavors like garlic, soy sauce, and smoked paprika, this rich and creamy spread is a delightful twist on traditional liver pâté. Perfectly seasoned with fresh thyme and a tangy touch of balsamic vinegar, this vegan pâté offers a luxurious yet guilt-free appetizer that's perfect for entertaining or everyday enjoyment. Ready in just 40 minutes and naturally gluten-free, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread, crackers, or crunchy veggie sticks for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing option. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a nutritious snack, this Faux Gras is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green or brown lentils
• 2 cups Water
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced White onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon, chopped Fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Water (for thinning, if needed)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, add the lentils and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the lentils are tender and most of the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

While the lentils cook, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Remove from heat.

Step 5

In a food processor, combine the cooked lentils, toasted walnuts, sautéed onion and garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, fresh thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the pâté is too thick, gradually add up to 1/4 cup of water to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 8

Transfer the pâté to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature with fresh bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1013.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1097.6

Total Fat 79.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1787.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.3mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1579.4mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 25.1%