Dive into this collection of 30 easy vegetarian appetizers! From dips, to finger foods, to flatbreads, you’ll love the endless possibilities of these meatless snacks!
Here at Fork in the Kitchen, appetizers are synonymous with snacky dinners and the best-kind-of-eating. Who doesn’t love dipping a chip in dip, or picking up a crostini piled high with toppings, or having bite-sized snacks that are full of flavor? If it sounds like you, you’re in the right place!
We’ve gathered up our favorite appetizer recipes that just so happen to be vegetarian. Friends and family will love these recipes, whether they’re vegetarian or eaters of all things. Many can be made, or are, vegan, too!
These meatless recipes are perfect for entertaining a crowd, serving at a potluck, or for those times when you’re sitting down to enjoy a quiet evening at home and need a happy hour snack.
You can make many of these recipes ahead of time, saving you time when hosting parties. And most are easy enough to make mere minutes before your guests arrive. There are kid-friendly options, along with healthy appetizers, and both cold and hot options. So what are you waiting for?! Let’s dig in!
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Cheesy Appetizer Recipes
Whipped Feta with Marinated Olives
This elevated appetizer will wow your guests with the bursts of flavors, fresh herbs, and bright lemon. But you don’t have to tell them how easy it is to make!Â
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Cheesy Pepper Jelly Wonton Cups
Mini wonton cups filled with a cream cheese and pepper jelly mixtured, topped with a blend of cilantro, cashews, and scallions for an Asian-inspired appetizer! Easy to make and an instant crowd pleaser!
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Burrata, Pesto, and Tomato Jam Appetizer (Spread)
You're going to love this easy burrata appetizer with layers of sticky tomato jam and fresh basil pesto. Serve it with crostini for the ultimate dip or spread at your next party or holiday get-together. You'll love how easy it is to make, and your guests will love the delicious combination of fresh flavors and luxurious burrata cheese.
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Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Bites
Quick and easy to make, these sweet potato rounds are an excellent bite-sized holiday appetizer, full of flavor from the tangy herb-filled goat cheese and a drizzle of honey!
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Whipped Ricotta with Herbs and Honey
In just 10 minutes, creamy ricotta cheese is whipped to perfection and served with honey, lemon and fresh herbs for an ultra flavorful combination. Store-bought whole milk ricotta, or homemade whole milk ricotta work wonderfully! Serve as dip, spread, or easy crostini appetizer.
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Blackberry Burrata Mint Crostini
Blackberry Burrata Mint Crostini is the ultimate summer appetizer – requiring little prep work, full of fresh flavors, and pairs well with your favorite wine!
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Apricot, Almond, and Thyme Grilled Brie
Elevate your summer with this easy grilled appetizer recipe! It’s creamy, loaded with texture on top (hello, almond slices!), with a drizzle of honey and fresh thyme to make it extra scrumptious!Â
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Dip Recipes
Edamame Hummus
Edamame Hummus is an easy and quick recipe, perfect for a healthy lunch or snack!Â
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Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Dip
The perfect appetizer for any occasion! A decadent base of cream cheese and sour cream, paired perfectly with fresh pesto and the subtle sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes.  Serve this dip with a warm baguette for a crowd-pleasing appetizer! Â
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Caramelized Onion and Garlic Dip
This is the only caramelized onion and garlic dip you'll need from here on out! Whether it's game day, a party with friends, or just a good ol' onion dip craving, this one is THE recipe. Made with roasted garlic and sweet caramelized onions in a creamy dip base, you won't be able to stop dipping potato chips in this easy-to-make dip!
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Herby Roasted Garlic Olive Oil Dip
An easy olive oil dip loaded with herbs and roasted garlic, making it a super flavorful appetizer! Serve with warm crusty bread for the ultimate experience!
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Sun-Dried Tomato & White Bean Hummus
Sun-Dried Tomato and White Bean Hummus – a smooth, creamy hummus made with cannellini beans and sun-dried tomatoes, hints of smoky spice, and fresh basil.
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Green Olive Tapenade
This is the easiest Green Olive Tapenade, it's briny, light, and full of flavor! You'll love how easy and quick it is to make. In just 5 minutes you will be ready to serve tapenade with your cheese board, crudités, as part of an appetizer spread, or enjoy as a dip all on its own with crostini.
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If you love tapenades, also be sure to check out our black olive tapenade, or the artichoke tapenade! They make excellent companions with this tomato and red pepper spread, too!
Jammy Tomato Red Pepper Spread
This melt-in-your-mouth jammy-like tomato-onion spread is absolutely worthy of a 1-hour simmer. It’s a delicious appetizer all on its own, spread on a cracker or crostini, or as an addition to a cheeseboard.Â
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Creamy Artichoke Leek and Kale Dip
A creamy, indulgent dip – with kale, leeks, and artichokes that add flavor, texture – that’s changing the appetizer game!
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5-Minute Caramel Apple Dip
5-Minute Caramel Apple Dip only takes 5 ingredients and is incredibly kid-friendly!
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Grilled Sour Cream and Onion Dip
Grilled Sour Cream and Onion Dip is an easy no-hassle appetizer recipe made with pantry staples. Roasted on the grill, the onion and garlic become a caramelized dream and make this onion dip addictingly delicious!
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Finger Foods
Roasted Grape and Honey Goat Cheese Crostini
An easy appetizer, turning grapes into a savory accompaniment to honey and thyme goat cheese atop toasty crostini. Perfect for dinner parties or football Sunday!
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Mediterranean Nachos
Mediterranean Nachos are a super easy appetizer, ready in 20 minutes! A bed of crispy pita chips is loaded with your favorite texture-filled toppings. Serve them with hummus and tzatziki for the perfect pairing. They're simple, quick and full of flavor.
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Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are coated in crispy panko, oven-baked, and tossed with homemade buffalo sauce for an addictingly delicious, bite-sized appetizer (or dinner)!
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Mini Carrot Corn Dogs
A vegetarian take on a fair favorite: mini corn dogs! Crispy, smoky, and fried to perfection!
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Vegetable Potstickers with Ponzu Sauce
Homemade vegetarian potstickers that are easy to make, and full of flavor! Serve with homemade ponzu sauce and a spicy corn flake garnish for a gourmet appetizer!
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Loaded Kimchi Fries
Crispy cheese fries topped with caramelized onions and kimchi, a spicy Shichimi mayo, lots of fresh scallions, and cilantro!
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Crispy Baked Rosemary Garlic Parmesan Fries
Crispy oven-baked fries topped with fragrant rosemary, raw garlic, and salty parmesan cheese.
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Layered Spicy Black Bean Nachos
Layered nachos ensure that every chip is loaded with melty cheese and toppings! Spicy black beans and easy avocado sauce make these a vegetarian nacho lover’s dream come true!
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Easy Bruschetta and Burrata Flatbread Pizza
Make this bruschetta flatbread for a quick and easy weeknight dinner – it’s loaded with fresh tomatoes, pesto, and burrata made on naan for ease.Â
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Scalloped Corn Arancini
A twist on a classic Midwestern favorite and perfect for football games or fall potlucks, it’s Scalloped Corn Arancini!
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Mushroom Bruschetta with Gruyere and Thyme
A savory, buttery, rich appetizer that’s easy to make and will satisfy a crowd!
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Crispy Zucchini Fries with Lemon Chili Aioli
Baked zucchini fries crisped up and served with a tangy, creamy lemon chili aioli.
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Grilled Peach, Pesto, and Burrata Flatbread
Use store-bought naan flatbread or make your own homemade flatbread for this easy weeknight dinner. Grilled Peach, Pesto, and Burrata Flatbread is a flavorful, fresh, sweet-and-savory vegetarian dinner that you won't be able to get enough of. It's easy to make and ready in 15 minutes!
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If you’re looking for more easy vegetarian appetizers, check out all of our appetizer recipes for more ideas!
30 Vegetarian Appetizers: Roasted Grape Crostini
An easy appetizer, turning grapes into a savory accompaniment to honey and thyme goat cheese atop toasty crostini. Perfect for dinner parties or football Sunday!
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 173kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups red grapes
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil additional for crostini
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh thyme chopped, plus 3 sprigs
- 1 baguette sliced on the bias (~14-16 slices)
- 4 oz. goat cheese room temperature
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- Salt to taste + flakey sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss grapes in 1 tablespoon of olive oil, with 3 thyme sprigs (no need to destem them for the roast). Place the grapes on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Flip over, and continue to bake for an additional 6-8 minutes. Once roasted, remove the grapes from the vine (if you haven't already; you can roast them either way) and discard thyme stems.
- Meanwhile, place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle olive oil across one side of the slices. Flip, and lightly drizzle additional olive oil, being careful to not drench them. Sprinkle on salt and pepper as desired. Bake for 5-7 minutes on each side, until toasted.Â
- While the crostini and grapes bake, stir together the room temperature goat cheese with honey and 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves. Add salt to taste.
- Spread goat cheese mixture evenly across the tops of the crostinis. Top the crostini with roasted grapes and sea salt flakes, and an additional drizzle of honey if desired!
Nutrition
Serving: 2crostini | Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 245mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2mg
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