Vegetarian Classic Liverwurst Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this mouthwatering Vegetarian Classic Liverwurst Sandwich—a plant-based twist on the timeless deli favorite. Crafted from a rich blend of cooked lentils, savory cremini mushrooms, toasted walnuts, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this recipe recreates the creamy, bold flavors of traditional liverwurst without the meat. The hearty spread, tucked between slices of buttery rye bread, pairs beautifully with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and tangy pickles. Finished with a quick grilling for a perfectly golden crust, this satisfying vegetarian sandwich is ready in under an hour and perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s a healthy, delicious, and family-friendly way to enjoy classic deli-inspired comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup Lentils, cooked
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin, ground
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg, ground
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, toasted
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 pieces Rye bread, slices
- 2 tablespoons Butter or plant-based spread
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato, sliced
- 4 pieces Pickles, sliced
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the cremini mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
Stir in the soy sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, Dijon mustard, and ground nutmeg. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Transfer the mushroom mixture to a food processor. Add the cooked lentils and toasted walnuts.
Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Butter or spread plant-based spread on one side of each slice of rye bread.
To assemble each sandwich, spread a generous amount of the vegetarian liverwurst mixture on the unbuttered side of a slice of rye bread.
Top the liverwurst with lettuce leaf, sliced tomato, and pickles.
Close the sandwich with another slice of buttered rye bread, butter side out.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, until the bread is golden and crispy.
Slice in half and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.2 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 4732 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.4 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.7 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 62.9 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3236 mg | 69% | |
*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.
