Vegan Nut & Mushroom Pate
“Overall, this recipe provides healthy fats, protein, and fiber. The tofu is the protein source here – which is good, since protein can be challenging for vegans to get into their diet.
Healthy, monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acids are provided from the olive oil. This is a great oil because it’s a healthy alternative to vegetable oil, which traditionally have too much omega-6.
Finally, the almonds and tahini account for significant magnesium, which most Americans are actually deficient in.
If you’re interested in watching your carbs, I’d recommend using a lower carb cracker with this pâté.”
⏲️ Ready in: 1 hr. 30 mins.
⌛Prep: 30 mins.
?️Servings: 3 cups
Ingredients
- 1 onion, peeled, 1-inch dice
- 2 pkgs (10 oz each) Wegmans Whole Baby Bella Mushrooms, washed, stemmed, 1-inch dice
- 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp Italian Classics Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Wegmans Raw Almonds, toasted
- 1/2 of a 14 oz pkg Wegmans Organic Firm Tofu
- 1/4 cup Wegmans Organic Tahini
- 2 Tbsp + 2 tsp Wegmans Soy Sauce
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 1/2 Tbsp)
- 1 clove Wegmans Cleaned & Cut Peeled Garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp chopped Wegmans Thyme leaves
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information is per serving
Protein: 3g
Added Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 1g
Carbohydrate: 4g
Sodium: 100mg
Cholesterol: 0mg
Saturated Fat: 1g
Fat: 8g
Calories: 100
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add onions and mushrooms to food processor; pulse until fine. Combine onion-mushroom mixture with 2 Tbsp oil; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to parchment paper-lined baking sheet; bake, stirring occasionally, 60-75 min, until mixture is dark brown, dry and crumbly. Let cool.
Add almonds to food processor; pulse until they form a coarse meal. Transfer to bowl; set aside. Add tofu, remaining oil, tahini, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and thyme to food processor; blend until smooth.
Add tofu mixture and onion-mushroom mixture to bowl with almond meal; stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Chill before serving.
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