Savory bites to support your nutrition goals
If you’re looking to add more iron to your diet or just increase your energy levels, pâté is the perfect place to start. While some think of pâté as just part of a charcuterie board, it’s also a quietly convenient and ready-to-eat protein that can help you meet your daily targets for essential nutrients, like calcium, Vitamin D, B12, and, of course, iron.
Liver in Pâtés
To naturally boost your iron intake, eating more liver is the way to go. Liver is one of the most nutrient-dense sources of iron. In pâté form, it becomes far more approachable, whether it’s a silky, spreadable mousse or a more traditional, coarse-cut country pâté made with liver.
Both styles deliver rich flavor and make it easy to enjoy iron-rich foods in everyday meals.
Our Most Iron-Rich Pâtés
- Goose Liver Mousse – 8mg of iron per serving
- Duck Liver and Pork Mousse with Cognac – 5mg of iron per serving
- Pâté de Campagne – 3mg of iron per serving
- Chicken Liver Mousse – 3mg of iron per serving
Pair Pate with Vitamin-C
On their own, pâtés provide a significant source of iron. But pairing them with foods rich in Vitamin-C can help your body absorb iron more efficiently. Simple additions like fresh or dried citrus fruits, figs, tomatoes, and leafy greens aid in absorption and bring brightness and texture.
High-Iron Pâte Snacks and Meals
- Fresh spinach salads with cubes of Pâté de Campagne, orange slices, broccoli, almonds, and citrus vinaigrette
- Spread creamy Goose Liver Mousse onto bread for a tartine-style toast topped with pomegranate seeds
- To give lentil soups a creamy and savory depth, whisk Chicken Liver Mousse into the broth with onion, garlic, and fresh herbs
- Make a snack plate with Duck Liver and Pork Mousse, apple slices, dried figs, and crispy seeded crackers
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