20 Best Vegan Appetizers
Vegan appetizers bring fresh, flavorful options to any gathering, proving that plant-based bites can be just as delicious and satisfying. I love how these appetizers showcase creative ingredients, from veggies and legumes to flavorful dips and spreads. They’re perfect for everyone to enjoy, whether they’re vegan or just looking to try something new.
These vegan appetizers are versatile, making them great for everything from holiday parties to casual get-togethers. They’re simple to make, full of flavor, and offer something exciting for the taste buds without any animal products.
If you’re looking for appetizers that are crowd-friendly, easy to prepare, and bursting with taste, these vegan recipes are a great pick. They’re light, fresh, and ideal for sharing, making your next gathering both delicious and inclusive. Let’s dive into these best vegan appetizers!
1- Potato Patties with Chana Dal
Potato patties with chana dal is an easy Indian recipe that can be enjoyed as an elegant vegetarian appetizer or main course.
2- Vegetarian Sausage Rolls Recipe
This tasty white bean buffalo hummus is quick and easy to make! It is the perfect snack to make on game day, especially for the super bowl! Serve it with fresh veggies, pita bread, pita chips or pretzels!
3- Spicy Edamame Kale Dip
This healthy and delicious dip features kale and edamame beans blended with flavours of lemon, garlic, and jalapeño. Made in just 10 minutes, this quick dip is perfect as an appetizer, snack, or sauce.
4- Butter Bean Hummus (Oil-Free)
Butter Bean Hummus is a creamy, healthy, and delicious dip, perfect for veggies, crackers, and more. Mix it up from your usual chickpea hummus and try this amazing butter bean spread on your sandwiches, thin it to make a dressing, or just use it as a dip.
5- Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip
This Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip is super creamy and tangy with the perfect amount of spicy heat and so incredibly delicious! It’s the best appetizer or snack for sharing!
6- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a great tasting dish that features chickpeas, tahini, red peppers and garlic. This is perfect as a healthy snack that’s full of spice and flavor or enjoy it on the side with your next dinner.
7- VEGAN BREADED MUSHROOMS
These delicious Vegan Breaded Mushrooms are crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside! Easily coat your favorite type of mushroom in a savory, herb-filled breading and fry them to golden perfection.
8- Eggplant Dip
ThisEggplant Dip is made with tahini and is undeniably smokey and silky-smooth. Serve it with crunchy veggies or hearty bread as an appetizer for any Mediterranean meal.
9- Tofu Spring Rolls
Fresh and flavorful tofu spring rolls packed with vermicelli noodles, veggies, and herbs. Dip in a tangy peanut sauce for a delightful bite!
10- Bang Bang Cauliflower
Another fantastic recipe made with crunchy cauliflower wings, this time coated in the most delicious sauce: Bang Bang Sauce. This simple vegan appetizer is somehow addictive.
Homemade vegan “chicken” wings are saucy, meaty, tender, and easy enough to make anytime! There’s no batter, breading, or deep frying to fuss with – just amazing seitan wings paired with a classic vegan buffalo sauce. And best of all, no chickens harmed in the process!
12- VEGAN LAYERED DIP
Layer on top of layer of fabulous freshness. Take hummus to the next level and enjoy this vegan layered Greek dip! Serve with baked pita chips or vegetables; this dip is always a crowd-pleaser. This is on top of the list when I think about delicious dip!
13- Hummus Recipe
The very BEST Hummus Recipe is creamy, smooth, flavorful, and a million times better than even your very favorite store-bought version.
14- Cranberry Vegan Cheese Ball
This easy Vegan Cranberry Cheese Ball is the best vegan cheese ball! Made super creamy and perfect for spreading using simple ingredients and no nuts! Only takes 10 minutes to prepare!
15- Cheesy Vegan Pizza Dip
This cheesy vegan pizza dip is packed with mushrooms, peppers, olives, and vegan pepperoni. Just dip in with a crostini and enjoy!
16- CINNAMON AND SUGAR CHIPS
Strawberry Salsa with Cinnamon-Sugar Chips is the perfect combination of bright flavors, sweet treats, and a bit of zing, making it an ideal light dessert or snack. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or just want to treat yourself, this strawberry salsa recipe is bound to become one of your go-to favorites.
17- CRISPY CAULIFLOWER BITES
These cauliflower bites are roasted to crispy perfection and ready in under an hour. Low calorie and low fat, with a gluten-free option, you won’t find a more delicious, healthy vegan appetizer or snack anywhere.
18- AIR FRYER TOFU WINGS
With their crisp coating and meaty texture, these air fryer tofu wings are the perfect game-day appetizer or movie-night snack.
19- Cranberry Salsa
Sweet and spicy cranberry salsa is easy to make and perfect for the holiday season!
20- TEX MEX CUCUMBER BOATS
Tex Mex cucumber boats have a deliciously easy Tex Mex quinoa salad filling. Fresh and flavorful, these quinoa bean cucumber boats make a great lunch or dinner.