Vegetarian Classic Country Terrine

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a Vegetarian Classic Country Terrine, a plant-based twist on a rustic French favorite. This hearty terrine combines sautéed chestnut mushrooms, lentils, and earthy walnuts for a rich, umami-packed base, complemented by aromatic herbs like thyme, sage, and parsley. With added texture from chopped hazelnuts and breadcrumbs, it bakes to perfection in a golden loaf that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for dinner parties, picnics, or a sophisticated vegetarian main course, this terrine can be served warm or at room temperature alongside crusty bread or a crisp side salad. Packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, it’s an ideal centerpiece for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 250 grams chestnut mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 200 grams cooked lentils
• 100 grams walnuts, chopped
• 50 grams hazelnuts, chopped
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 1 kg loaf tin with parchment paper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, chopped mushrooms, grated carrot, and chopped celery to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes until all the vegetables are soft and any liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, chopped walnuts, chopped hazelnuts, and breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Add the cooked vegetable mixture to the bowl with the lentil and nut mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Add the beaten egg, chopped parsley, thyme, sage, salt, and black pepper into the mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf tin. Smooth the top with a spatula and cover with foil.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown.

Step 9

Let the terrine cool in the tin for 15 minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate.

Step 10

Slice the terrine and serve warm or at room temperature, paired with a side salad or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1100.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2095.2

Total Fat 137.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 185mg	0%
Sodium 4213.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 72.2g	0%

Vitamin D 57.5IU	0%
Calcium 377.4mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 3195.2mg	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: 55.6%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 31.4%