Low Fat Mushroom and Red Wine Pate
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistibly smooth and savory Low Fat Mushroom and Red Wine Pâté, a perfect plant-based alternative that’s both guilt-free and gourmet. This indulgent spread features sautéed mushrooms infused with aromatic shallots, garlic, and thyme, all simmered in rich red wine for a deep, earthy flavor. Blended with low-fat cream cheese, it achieves a creamy, velvety texture without unnecessary calories, making it perfect for health-conscious foodies. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make pâté is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a sophisticated snack. Serve it on toast, crackers, or veggie sticks for a show-stopping appetizer that combines elegance with nutritious simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 medium Shallots
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 400 grams Fresh mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 60 milliliters Red wine
- 100 grams Low-fat cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the shallots and garlic, then add them to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and aromatic.
Roughly chop the mushrooms and add them to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have released their moisture and started to brown.
Sprinkle the thyme over the mushrooms and pour in the red wine. Stir and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the wine to reduce and the flavors to concentrate.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the mushroom mixture to a food processor. Let it cool for 5 minutes.
Add the low-fat cream cheese, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Spoon the pâté into a serving dish or ramekin and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetable sticks. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 1644 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1854 mg | 39% | |
*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.
