Posts in Snacks & appetizers
30-Minute Bright and Zingy Mediterranean Vegetables

These tart and tangy roasted vegetables start in your oven and end on a Greek island. They’re an effortless plant-based side dish, perfect for any meal and a guaranteed crowd pleaser. The lemon juice and olive oil are fruity and light, while the black pepper and fresh dill round out the flavor palate with full earth tones.

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Pea Guacamole

This guacamole is a great last minute dinner party appetizer, in part, because it's so adaptable - you can use fresh or frozen peas, substitute lemon for lime juice, and spice it up however you'd like. All it takes is a a food processor and a few minutes of your time. Serve it with a variety of accompaniments - tortilla chips, whole grain crackers, even toasted crostini will do wonders for it. 

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Mustard Roasted Cashews

Who doesn't love a salty bowl of roasted nuts? This recipe elevates the experience to a whole other level. Coated with a spicy honey mustard mixture, these raw cashews roast to golden brown perfection. They make a great appetizer at a cocktail party and thankfully, travel well too. To make this recipe vegan, simply substitute maple syrup for the honey. For an extra touch, sprinkle them with rock salt and sautéed chives. 

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Spanish Patatas Bravas with Egg-Free Garlic Aioli

Crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside roasted potatoes come together with a spicy tomato (brava) sauce and a creamy egg-free garlic aioli in this rendition of papas bravas, the cult-favorite Spanish tapas dish. Enjoy this addicting snack with a glass of Sangria to be transported to the streets of Madrid.

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Sourdough Crackers Three Ways

These crackers are the perfect use for sourdough starter discard. An added bonus: unlike most recipes for sourdough crackers, this one doesn’t require any extra flour, resulting in a lose batter that can be spread and not a dough that requires kneading.

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Hearts of Palm "Ceviche" with Homemade Tortilla Chips

Delicate, briny hearts of palm take the place of fresh fish in this plant-based rendition of ceviche, the beloved Latin American favorite of fish gently cooked in fresh citrus juice. Sharp red onions, diced tomatoes, jalapeno, and chopped cilantro join the hearts of palm to create an explosion of bright, refreshing flavors and textures, with crunchy homemade tortilla chips to scoop it all up.

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Nashville Hot Cauliflower Bites

This one is not for the faint of heart. If you’ve ever had Nashville hot chicken, you know the delicious, crazy-hot punch it packs. This plant-based version applies that fiery goodness to crispy fried cauliflower tossed in a tangy, very hot sauce. A perfect appetizer for heat lovers.

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