Easy vegan bean spread recipe (vegan pâté)
Lunch just got 100x easier and a 1000x tastier thanks to this flavor-bursting vegan pate. This creamy vegan bean spread tastes amazing on everything. It’s a super tasty powerhouse of plant-based protein…and it should probably come with a warning because it’s irresistibly good.
Jump to RecipeEasy vegan bean spread recipe – A tasty, creamy and deliciously savory vegan pâté. Featuring white beans, garlic, tomato paste, seasoning, and BBQ sauce it’s a full-flavored, irresistible plant-based pâté made without eggs or other animal products. It’s meal prep friendly…but it never lasts more than two minutes when I make it. It’s just too good not to eat all at once.
When I say this quick and easy vegan bean spread recipe is the best vegan pâté ever I really mean it. I would happily eat it every single day and probably multiple times a day. It’s the best vegan and gluten-free spread for bread, sandwiches, wraps, and crackers…not to mention it also doubles as my favorite healthy vegan dip because it’s so snackable. It’s my favorite healthy go-to midday vegan snack with a side of fresh vegetables.
If you are looking for a delicious easy vegan pâté then you’re going to adore this recipe. In the blender, 5 minutes total, and done. It’s a creamy, fluffy, luxe, and super low-maintenance bean spread recipe. Featuring Mediterranean flavors, garlic perfection, and velvety textures it’s a 5-minute show stopper that will make lunch a breeze.
We’re talking minimum effort for maximum results. No cooking, sautéing, baking, or prepping. Just load all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and blitz. Easy peasy and you’re ready to dig into the creamiest tastiest vegan pâté. Yum!
Why you’re going to adore this easy vegan bean pâté recipe
Creamy, rich, and delicious – amazing as a sandwich spread, bread topping, or healthy dip
Protein – Full of plant-based protein and healthy nutrients
Packed with flavor – Loaded with Mediterranean flavors
That “real” pâté texture – meaty, rich, and made for spreading on everything
Gluten-free pâté recipe – delicious texture and completely gluten-free
Quick and easy to make – this creamy bean spread barely takes 5 minutes to make
Great meal prep recipe – can be frozen for up to 3 months and will keep 4-5 days in the refrigerator.
The best easy vegan school lunch
Say hello to the best easy vegan healthy bean spread that will make school lunches a stress-free and delicious experience. Packed with plant-based protein and ready to spread in sandwiches or put into an easy lunch wrap. It’s a school lunch game changer.
Healthy Vegan school lunch ideas:
Coming up with new tasty and healthy school lunch recipes isn’t hard with this vegan pate on the menu. Slap it between toast or in a wrap with slices of bell peppers, lettuce, cucumber, and maybe even a few slices of avocado or grilled portobello mushrooms and you’re set.
What ingredients do you need to make vegan gluten-free pâté
Not a lot. It’s a very simple recipe that only requires a few simple ingredients. So, let’s dive into the ingredients needed to make a Mediterranean creamy vegan bean spread;
One can of white beans – white beans are the star of this easy bean spread. Any type of bean will work in this easy vegan pâté recipe. I used butter beans, but you can also use: cannellini beans, kidney beans, or any other type of beans you want to try – as long as it’s a creamy not-too-dry type of bean. We want a super creamy plant-based pâté perfect for spreading on top of bread or scooping up with a cracker.
Garlic – fresh garlic gives the pâté a fresh Mediterranean flavor that’s irresistibly tasty. You can also substitute the fresh finely chopped garlic with garlic powder or dried granulated garlic.
Spring onion – the spring onion gives a hint of sweetness and a wonderful oniony flavor. Finely chopped red onions, green onions, or shallots will also work well. If you prefer you can also substitute the fresh spring onion with a teaspoon of onion powder.
Thyme and oregano – dried or fresh thyme and oregano give a little taste of the Mediterranean and a wonderful fragrant taste to the vegan spread.
Tomato paste – the tomato paste gives the bean pâté a delicious richness and a little sweetness. Plus, it makes the pâté more light, creamy, and easy to spread on top of the bread.
BBQ sauce – a couple of tablespoons of your favorite barbecue sauce makes this bean spread smoky, rich, and irresistible. I like to use my favorite sweet hickory barbecue sauce. Yum.
Olive oil – or any other type of vegetable oil you prefer. Avocado oil is also a great alternative to olive oil.
Salt and pepper – a little salt and a pinch of pepper make this easy plant-based pâté extra pâté like.
How to make this easy vegan bean spread recipe or vegan pate
Making vegan pate is incredibly simple. It’s all about adding the right seasoning and letting the blender do all the work for you.
So, let’s look at how to make vegan gluten-free bean spread:
Step 1:
Add beans, finely chopped garlic, chopped spring onions, tomato paste, BBQ sauce, and seasoning to a blender and blend until everything is combined into a smooth creamy spread.
You may need to scrape the sides down a few times.
Taste test and add extra salt if needed.
Step 2:
Pour the bean pâté into a clean storage container and cover it with a lid. Keep in the refrigerator until it’s time to serve.
Easy way to make vegan pâté without a blender
Step 1:
Pour the drained beans into a bowl and use a potato masher or a fork to mash the beans. Once the beans are mashed, add tomato paste, BBQ sauce, finely chopped garlic, chopped spring onions, and the seasoning and mash to combine.
Step 2:
Pour the bean pâté into a clean storage container and cover it with a lid. Keep in the refrigerator until it’s time to serve.
Spices and ingredients to jazz up pâté
Smoked paprika – adding a little smoked paprika to this tasty bean pâté is one of my favorite ways to spice it up
Rosemary – whenever I have fresh rosemary in the kitchen and I make this pâté I always add a few sprigs of chopped rosemary. It gives the pâté a hint of the Mediterranean.
Sun-dried tomatoes – I am a HUGE sun-dried tomatoes fan. I’d happily put them in everything. And that includes this tasty plant based pâté where the sun-dried tomatoes add extra sweetness and depth of flavor.
My Greek spice mix – this fragrant spice mix is my favorite seasoning to add to anything and everything. It’s an all-round flavored seasoning which means you don’t need to add anything else when you use this spice mix. So easy and super tasty.
Fresh herbs – parsley, cilantro, mint, and oregano all add a wonderful fragrant taste that transforms the tots depending on what herbs you’re using.
What to serve with the best easy vegan Pâté
This tasty pâté goes well with just about everything. Use it as a sandwich spread, slather it on a lunch wrap topped with grilled veggies, or serve it with a side of crackers. Or pair the pâté with one of these tasty sides:
- 1-hour focaccia bread
- Multi seed crackers
- Yeastless naan bread
- Thyme pancakes
- Danish rye bread or rye bread chips
Frequently asked questions about vegan pate
Store in the refrigerator in a clean bowl or jar with a lid on.
Keeps 3-5 days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Yes! Absolutely. You can add all your favorite spices to this pâté, and leave out any spices you don’t have in the pantry. For a more deep and smoky flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
Yes, sure. You can use a handheld blender, or a food processor just as easily. If you don’t have any of those, you can use a fork to mash everything by hand although that’s a lot more of a workout.
You can use any type of beans you prefer. My favorite is white beans (butter beans or similar) but you can use any type of beans.
Other Beans that work well in bean spread:
Kidney beans
Black beans
Carlotti beans
Yes. You can freeze this tasty pâté in a ziplock bag or freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3 months. Simply remove the pâté from the freezer and allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Stir to combine before serving.
Quick and easy vegan bean spread recipe (vegan pâté)
Ingredients
- 1 15oz can White Beans Rinsed and drained
- 1 clove Garlic Minced or finely chopped
- 1 Spring Onion Finely chopped
- 2 tsp Thyme
- 2 tsp Oregano
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 2 tbsp Vegan BBQ Sauce
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until everything is combined into a smooth creamy spread. Add extra salt if needed.
Notes
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