Spinach and Broccoli Terrine
A spinach and broccoli terrine is an elegant vegetarian starter made with steamed green vegetables, feta, soft goat's cheese and double cream, set with agar agar. The TM7 steams broccoli and spinach in the Varoma while weighing each ingredient directly, then blends the filling into a silky mixture for a restaurant-style result.
About this recipe
Spinach and Broccoli Terrine with the Thermomix TM7 is a refined vegetarian recipe that turns humble greens into a stunning sliceable starter. If you have been searching for a spinach terrine recipe or a broccoli terrine made in an all-in-one kitchen machine, this version shows exactly why the TM7 excels at it. The broccoli steams gently in the simmering basket while the spinach wilts above it in the Varoma, so both vegetables retain their vivid colour and nutrients rather than leaking flavour into a pan of boiling water. Meanwhile the integrated scale weighs each component directly, and the powerful blades blend feta, soft goat's cheese and double cream into a silky, lump-free base. Set with agar agar, the terrine slices cleanly for a quick make-ahead starter, light lunch or impressive dinner-party centerpiece.
Preparation tips
- Drain the steamed broccoli and spinach thoroughly before blending, as excess moisture will prevent the terrine from setting firmly and may leave you with a watery slice instead of clean cuts.
- Line the terrine tin or loaf mould with cling film or baking parchment with an overhang, so you can lift the set terrine out easily and slice it neatly on a board without it sticking.
- For a striking presentation, reserve a handful of the wilted spinach and press it in ribbons through the green feta mixture before chilling, creating marbled layers once the agar agar has set.
Recipe variations
- Make it lactose-free by replacing the feta and goat's cheese with lactose-free cream cheese and swapping the double cream for oat-based cooking cream; the agar agar already keeps the recipe entirely vegetarian and gelatine-free.
- For a festive red and green version, fold in finely diced roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes between the layers, and serve chilled slices with a balsamic drizzle as an elegant Christmas starter.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Steaming the broccoli and spinach in the Varoma at the same time keeps both vegetables vibrant and tender for the terrine layers. [Time Savings]
- The integrated scale weighs the agar agar and water directly in the bowl, guaranteeing the terrine sets firmly every time. [Time Savings]
- Blending feta, goat's cheese and double cream in the TM7 produces a silky, lump-free terrine filling in seconds. [Multi-Function]
- Whipping the double cream to soft peaks in the clean bowl gives the chilled terrine a lighter, mousse-like texture. [Easy Cleanup]
- Heating the agar agar mixture gently in the Thermomix dissolves it evenly without scorching, ensuring a smooth set. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- olive oil
- water
- broccoli florets
- fresh baby spinach
- double cream
- agar agar
- feta cheese
- soft goat's cheese
- fine sea salt
- ground black pepper