Recipe · 15 min
Vegan Lemon-Jalapeño Lentil Pâté with Cucumber Slices
- 15 min
- 2–6 servings
- 227 kcal / serving
A smooth, peppery lentil pâté that spreads nicely on cucumber rounds. It comes together quickly for a simple weeknight snack or light starter.
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Ingredients
- ½English cucumber
- ½jalapeño pepper
- ½lemon
- 1 (15 oz) canlentils
- English cucumbers
- jalapeño peppers
- lemons
From the pantry: cumin, ground, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt
Cookware
can opener · chef's knife · citrus juicer (optional) · colander · cutting board · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · potato masher · stirring spoon
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Produce
- ½English cucumber
- ½jalapeño pepper
- ½lemon
- English cucumbers
- jalapeño peppers
- lemons
Pantry & dry goods
- 1 (15 oz) canlentils
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| English cucumber | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
| jalapeño pepper | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
| lemon | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
| lentils | 1 (15 oz) can | 2 (15 oz) cans | 3 (15 oz) cans |
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Directions
- Rinse and dry all fresh produce, then set aside.
- Drain the lentils in a colander and gently press with the back of a spoon to remove excess liquid; transfer to a small bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until broken down.
- Squeeze the lemon juice into the bowl with the mashed lentils.
- Trim the jalapeño, remove seeds and ribs, then mince and add to the lentil mixture.
- Drizzle in the oil, add Dijon mustard, and sprinkle in the ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt; stir until the pâté comes together.
- Slice the cucumber into thin rounds for serving.
- To assemble, divide the lentil pâté and cucumber rounds between plates and serve.
Two tips
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Serve with crackers or extra cucumber slices for dipping.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 227 kcal
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbs
- 30 g
- Fat
- 8 g
- Fiber
- 11 g
- Sodium
- 300 mg
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