Walnut Mushroom Pate

Elevate your appetizer game with this rich and flavorful Walnut Mushroom Pâté, a plant-based delight that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Featuring the earthy depth of cremini mushrooms, the nuttiness of toasted walnuts, and a bright touch of fresh parsley and lemon juice, this pâté is a deliciously creamy spread that’s perfect for vegan and vegetarian gatherings alike. Infused with a hint of soy sauce for umami and seasoned with thyme, garlic, and black pepper, this dish is the ultimate combination of simplicity and sophistication. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for serving with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies, this Walnut Mushroom Pâté is a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome yet indulgent snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup walnuts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups (sliced) cremini mushrooms
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the walnuts for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet along with the dried thyme. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and their liquid has evaporated.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 6

Transfer the toasted walnuts and the mushroom mixture to a food processor. Add the soy sauce, lemon juice, parsley, black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Pulse the mixture in the food processor until it reaches your desired consistency. For a chunkier pâté, pulse intermittently. For a smoother texture, process longer.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(745.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1218.5

Total Fat 108.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 59.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1199.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.8g
Protein 32.5g	0%

Vitamin D 28IU	0%
Calcium 258.4mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2724.1mg	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: 74.6%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 15.4%