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Vegetarian Appetizers

Healthy, plant based appetizers are the perfect complement to my favorite entrees and dinner party menus! You can also make a small batch for a snack or turn them into a complete meal.

These vegetarian appetizers are great for entertaining or making a casual day feel like a special occasion. Be sure to try reader favorites like these vegan empanadas, vegan bruschetta, our mushroom flatbread, or veggie quesadillas!

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Yeast free vegan flatbread stacked on a cutting board.

This vegan flatbread recipe is soft and fluffy, simple to make, and versatile too! It's made with pantry staples & dairy-free milk.

Vegan Flatbread (Vegan Naan Recipe)

Pineapple pico de gallo served in a white bowl, garnished with jalapenos.

This sweet and spicy pineapple pico de gallo is a fun twist on your traditional salsa with just 7 simple ingredients. Vegan & gluten free!

Pineapple Pico De Gallo

Oven roasted green beans and potatoes on a sheet pan.

Oven roasted green beans and potatoes is the side dish that will keep your family coming back for more! Just 35 minutes with one sheet pan!

Roasted Green Beans And Potatoes

Avocado toast with honey and red chili flakes on a white plate.

This avocado toast with honey is topped with red pepper flakes for a complimentary sweet and spicy flavor! A super simple 10-minute recipe.

Avocado Toast With Honey

Instant pot popcorn served in a white bowl on a white countertop.

Make your favorite movie-time snack in your pressure cooker! This instant pot popcorn is easy, mess-free, and perfectly crisp.

Instant Pot Popcorn

Air fryer tofu nuggets on a plate with lemon and parsley as a garnish.

Ever tried cooking tofu in your air fryer? Fast, easy & flavorful, air fryer tofu nuggets are the perfect snack for the whole family!

Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets

Mexican bean soup served in a bowl topped with avocado and tortilla chips.

This delicious, comforting Mexican Bean Soup is full of authentic Mexican flavors. Easy, healthy, and versatile, great for the whole family!

Mexican Bean Soup

4 ingredient potato soup served in a white bowl, topped with green onions and shredded cheese.

This 4 ingredient potato soup is a thick and creamy one-pot dish with just milk, onion, butter, & potatoes! It's super easy comfort food!

4 Ingredient Potato Soup

Baked vegetable au gratin in a baking dish.

This vegetable au gratin features crisp, tender vegetables smothered in a cheesy sauce, then topped with crispy breadcrumbs and parmesan.

Vegetable Au Gratin

Hummus without garlic (no garlic hummus) in a white bowl garnished with parsley and paprika.

Hummus without garlic that's smooth, creamy, and so fresh! With only seven ingredients and a few simple steps you can make homemade hummus!

Hummus Without Garlic (No Garlic Hummus!)

Vegan potato pancakes on a white plate.

With just 5 ingredients plus spices, these vegan potato pancakes feature golden brown, crispy edges and creamy centers! Gluten-free & delish!

Vegan Potato Pancakes

Healthy vegetarian taco soup topped with cilantro and cheese in a white bowl.

This creamy vegetarian taco soup is packed full of Mexican flavors, super easy, and total comfort food! Gluten free and easily made vegan!

Vegetarian Taco Soup (Vegan Option Included!)

Grilled cheese pita sandwiches on a white platter.

This grilled cheese pita sandwich is like everything you love about a traditional grilled cheese, with a Mediterranean twist!

Grilled Cheese Pita Sandwich

Homemade cheese buns on a white plate.

Delicious, soft, cheddar cheese buns are tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and make the perfect dinner roll alternative!

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Buns

Cucumber gazpacho topped with fresh herbs in a white bowl.

This cucumber gazpacho is light, refreshing, and so easy to make! Cucumber, honeydew and mint make for a perfect appetizer or simple side!

Cucumber Gazpacho (Easy Recipe!)

Oven roasted broccoli and potatoes with parmesan and garlic in a serving bowl.

Roasted broccoli and potatoes are the ultimate side dish! They're easy to make, perfectly crisp, and seasoned with garlic herbs and parmesan.

Roasted Broccoli And Potatoes With Parmesan

easy healthy vegetarian low carb zucchini pizza boats recipe on a white tray

Easy, tasty vegetarian zucchini pizza boats have everything you love about pizza made low-carb & healthy! Family friendly & gluten-free!

Stuffed Vegetarian Zucchini Pizza Boats

easy guyanese roti recipe on a white plate

Guyanese roti is a popular flatbread in India and parts of the Caribbean, served alongside bold and flavorful dishes. It's easy and delicious.

Guyanese Roti (Paratha Oil Roti Recipe)

2 minute vegan aioli recipe in a glass jar

This creamy Vegan Aioli takes any vegan sandwich and makes it better! It's made with 5 basic ingredients and tastes just like garlic mayo.

Vegan Aioli (2 Minute, Easy Recipe!)

baked and crispy courgette chips with parmesan, stacked on an oven rack

Crispy and cheesy oven-baked courgette chips are a healthy alternative to fries or potato chips. Super easy, low calorie, healthy snack!

Courgette Chips With Parmesan (Baked Zucchini Chips)

easy vegan gluten free healthy loaded corn fries recipe - mexican street corn fries on a white plate.

Sweet and savory corn fries are the ultimate snack or appetizer! Corn is skewered, fried until crispy, then dressed up with spices!

Corn Fries (Mexican Street Corn Style + 4 Variations!)

easy vegetarian cold jalapeno artichoke dip recipe in a bowl with chips

Jalapeno Artichoke Dip is a creamy, healthier version of your favorite appetizer. It's spicy, a little salty, and totally irresistible!

Jalapeno Artichoke Dip

healthy easy vegan air fryer tempeh recipe on a white plate with greens

Easy, flavorful, crispy Air Fryer Tempeh is a great side, snack or addition to other recipes. It's a 30 minute dish that everyone will love!

Crispy Air Fryer Tempeh

crispy air fryer ravioli with marinara sauce, served on a white plate with sauce on the side, top view

Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli filled with spinach and ricotta is dipped in breadcrumbs and served with a veggie packed marinara sauce.

Air Fryer Ravioli (Toasted Ravioli Recipe!)

best easy healthy homemade vegan tomato soup recipe in a bowl with basil and crusty bread

Vegan tomato soup is creamy, satisfying, and full of sweet tomatoes! This rustic soup is thickened with brown rice instead of heavy cream.

Vegan Tomato Soup (Easy Recipe!)

easy healthy gluten free pasta salad recipe in a bowl

This Gluten Free Packed Pasta Salad is creamy, zesty, and a healthy make ahead Italian pasta dish! Great as a side or a main meal!

Gluten Free Pasta Salad With Olives And Herbs

easy healthy low carb keto creamed spinach recipe in a serving pan

This keto creamed spinach is a rich and creamy low-carb side dish! This creamy dip is gluten-free, kid-friendly, and easy to make too!

Keto Creamed Spinach Recipe

easy, creamy, ginger carrot coconut soup recipe (vegan, gluten free and dairy free) in a white bowl

This ginger carrot coconut soup recipe is bursting with sweet and spicy flavors! It's vegan, gluten-free, and totally delicious!

Ginger Carrot Coconut Soup Recipe (Vegan)

easy healthy whole wheat vegan dinner rolls on parchment paper

These easy, homemade, whole wheat vegan dinner rolls are the ultimate healthy side dish. Soft, fluffy, tasty, and the best dinner rolls ever!

Vegan Dinner Rolls (Healthy, Whole Wheat Rolls)

easy homemade vegan air fryer garlic bread recipe in a bowl

Easy homemade air fryer garlic bread is packed with flavor and needs just 4 ingredients! Vegan, delicious and the perfect side dish!

Air Fryer Garlic Bread (Vegan)

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