Vegetarian Classic Beef Tartare

Elevate your plant-based dining experience with this inventive Vegetarian Classic Beef Tartare, a vibrant twist on the timeless French delicacy. This recipe swaps traditional beef for a harmonious blend of earthy Portobello mushrooms and sweet roasted beets, finely chopped to mimic the texture of tartare. Enhanced with tangy capers, cornichons, and Dijon mustard, this dish is brought together with a savory dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and fresh lemon juice. Served alongside toasted baguette slices and topped with crisp microgreens, this elegant appetizer is perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated starter. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s a flavorful, cruelty-free take on the classic that’s sure to impress both vegetarians and omnivores alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Portobello mushrooms
• 2 medium Red beets, roasted
• 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and chopped
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 small Shallot, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cornichons, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Chives, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cup Microgreens or arugula
• 8 slices Baguette slices, toasted

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cleaning the Portobello mushrooms with a damp paper towel and removing the stems. Chop them into small cubes, resembling the texture of finely chopped beef.

Step 2

Peel and cube the roasted beets into small pieces similar in size to the chopped mushrooms.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped mushrooms, beets, capers, Dijon mustard, chopped shallot, cornichons, parsley, and chives.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the mushroom and beet mixture, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 6

Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.

Step 7

To serve, arrange a small mound of the 'tartare' mixture on each plate, top with a handful of microgreens or arugula, and serve with toasted baguette slices on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(873.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1236.0

Total Fat 53.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4226.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0.7IU	0%
Calcium 166.9mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2050.3mg	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: 37.8%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 50.1%