Vegan Appetizers
A diverse collection of 30 vegan appetizers ranging from dips and spreads to finger foods that are perfect for parties and gatherings. These plant-based snacks are delicious and cater to various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Dips & Spreads
- 2 large eggplants For Smoky Baba Ganoush
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked 4 hours) For Cashew French Onion Dip
- 2 caramelized onions
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Finger Foods
- 1 head cauliflower (cut into florets) For Crispy Cauliflower Wings
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 2 zucchinis (grated and squeezed dry) For Zucchini Fritters
- ½ cup chickpea flour
- 1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water As an egg substitute
Global Flavors
- 1 jar grape leaves For Mediterranean Stuffed Grape Leaves
- 1 cup cooked rice
- ½ cup chopped mint, dill, and parsley
- Rice paper wrappers For Thai-Inspired Summer Rolls
- Shredded cabbage, mango, and basil
- Peanut-lime dipping sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- For Smoky Baba Ganoush, roast eggplants until charred, scoop flesh into a blender with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and smoked paprika, then blend until smooth.
- For Cashew French Onion Dip, blend soaked cashews into a cream, stir in caramelized onions and apple cider vinegar, and chill for 1 hour.
- For Crispy Cauliflower Wings, dip cauliflower florets in chickpea flour batter mixed with plant-based milk, then bake at 425°F for 20 minutes before tossing in buffalo sauce.
- For Zucchini Fritters, mix grated zucchini, chickpea flour, and flaxseed mixture into a batter, pan-fry until golden, and serve with coconut yogurt tzatziki.
- For Mediterranean Stuffed Grape Leaves, mix rice with herbs, roll into grape leaves, and steam with lemon slices for 30 minutes.
- For Thai-Inspired Summer Rolls, soak rice paper, fill with shredded cabbage, mango, and basil, then roll tightly.
Notes
Consider labeling dishes at parties for clarity. To save time, prep ingredients in advance and chill prepared dips beforehand.