spabettie

Vibrant Plant Based Recipes

Welcome to the Appetizers recipe category. Here you will find all sorts of appetizer recipes: from Happy Hour at Home, casual game day gatherings, and fancy party eats.

From finger foods and two bite nibbles to dips and small plate foods, we have the food answer for any occasion!

A reader favorite? Our Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip has been a popular recipe since our first version published in 2011.

Some of our appetizer recipe favorites include:

Fans of these recipes also visit these categories often:

  • Game Day
  • Air Fryer
  • Fast Food Fridays
  • Gluten Free
  • Dessert
  • Happy Hour at Home

Vegan Spinach Dip

By 19 Comments

this Vegan Spinach Dip is a vegan and oil free update to the party favorite we all love. how to make, what to serve with classic spinach dip:

recipe originally published July 10, 2010

 

Oil Free Spinach Dip with fresh broccoli trees for dipping

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1. How To Make Spinach Dip
  2. Ways To Serve Spinach Dip
  3. What To Serve With Spinach Dip
  4. How Long Does Spinach Dip Last? Storage Tips
  5. Using Leftover Spinach Dip
  6. Vegan Dip Recipes
  7. Classic Vegan Spinach Dip Recipe

Vegan Spinach Dip

My favorite last minute party food addition is always this vegan spinach dip!

Classic flavors I know everyone will love, and if I am lucky, …

Read More »

Vegan Dip Recipes

By 3 Comments

These Tasty Vegan Dip Recipes for Every Party are comfort food classics that are always welcome and will guarantee an invite to the next soirée!

 

Party Treats and Snacks To Ring In the New Year @spabettie #vegan #party #cocktails #recipes #appetizers

 

Vegan Dip Recipes

Planning on hosting a party, or attending one soon?

We have all the best recipe ideas you need for game days, holidays, girls night, awards shows, or a fun Happy Hour at Home. …

Read More »

Ginger Brussels Sprouts

By 46 Comments

pan fried or oven roasted Ginger Lime Brussels Sprouts recipe – the bright and zesty layers of flavor of this side dish will make everyone a Brussels sprouts fan!

recipe originally published February 14, 2013

 

pan fried Brussels sprouts in a black serving bowl

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Roasted or Pan Fried Brussels sprouts
    2. How to make Brussels sprouts people love
    3. Meal Prep recipe – how long do Brussels sprouts last?
    4. Vegan Side Dish Recipes
    5. Ginger Brussels Sprouts
 

Roasted or Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts

We have two favorite methods of cooking Brussels sprouts – roasting and pan fried. Both of these methods are very easy, fairy quick, and result in a gloriously good flavor.

If you are making this Brussels sprouts recipe for …

Read More »

Miso Sesame Kale Chips

By 68 Comments

these Miso Sesame Kale Chips are a crispy snack that is full of flavor! learn how to make the best kale chips recipe – super easy, tasty snacking.

recipe originally published October 21, 2011

 

bright green crispy kale chips with miso and sesame seeds on a white plate

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Kale Chips
    2. How to make kale chips
    3. Tips for the best kale chips
    4. what kind of kale is best for chips?
    5. can you bake kale chips?
    6. how do you keep kale chips crisp?
    7. vegan snack recipes
    8. Miso Sesame Kale Chips Recipe
 

Kale Chips

These Miso Sesame Kale Chips are my favorite variation of kale chips. I have been making the same recipe for years, and we still love it as much as the first time. I crave the flavors.

The tangy miso with crunchy sesame seeds are an irresistible combination. I …

Read More »

Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip

By 59 Comments

you will want Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip all holiday season! tangy sweet and spiced with warming pumpkin spice, this holiday dip is the hit of the party.

recipe originally published December 20, 2012

 

a ginger cookie dipped into cheesecake spread

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Pumpkin Dip – the holiday party essential
    2. How To Make Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip
    3. Serving Suggestions for Pumpkin Dip
    4. Ingredient Variations
    5. How long does Pumpkin Dip Last?
    6. More Holiday Appetizer Recipes
    7. Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip Recipe
 

Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip – the holiday party essential

I am not exaggerating when I say …

Read More »

Vegan Sweet Potato Soup

By 6 Comments

this Vegan Sweet Potato Soup recipe is bright and flavorful. a 5 ingredient soup with tips to make it quick and easy. bonus: instructions for Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup.

 

Five Minute Sweet Potato Soup in a bowl, topped with cashew cream and fresh basil, with a crusty baguette on the side

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

      1. How To Make Sweet Potato Soup
      2. Serving Suggestions
      3. Ingredient Variations for Sweet Potato Soup
      4. How To Bake A Sweet Potato
      5. Roasting Sweet Potatoes
      6. Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup
      7. Vegan Sweet Potato Recipes
      8. Vegan Soup Recipes
      9. Five Ingredient Sweet Potato Soup
      10. 20 Minute Recipe Categories
      11. Quick and Easy Vegan Recipes
      12. Vegan Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

 

a spoonful of cashew cream being dolloped on top of a bowl of soup

Vegan Sweet Potato Soup

This bright and cheerful hued soup is quick and easy! The ingredient list is short and sweet, and made up of foods you likely already have in your pantry.

There are shortcuts for making this recipe in …

Read More »

Vegan Crunchwrap

By 44 Comments

this homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme recipe is a tasty update on the classic drive thru fave. tips on How To Make a Crunchwrap, How To Fold a Crunchwrap!

recipe originally published September 17, 2013

 

Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme @spabettie #vegan #glutenfree

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1. What Is A Crunchwrap?
  2. Is the Crunchwrap Vegan?
  3. Ordering A Vegan Crunchwrap
  4. How To Make a Crunchwrap
  5. How To Fold a Crunchwrap
  6. Crunchwrap Ingredient Variations
  7. Meal Prep / Storage – How Long Do Crunchwraps Last?
  8. Vegan Copycat Recipes
  9. Late Night Recipes
  10. Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe

 

Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme on a plate, sliced in half with avocado and salsa on the side

 

Homemade Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme

Fourth meal, anyone?

My last night drive thru choice in college was always a bean burrito with green sauce. and one of these things. The Crunchwrap Supreme. 

I’d order mine with beans, no cheese, no sour cream. Mmm hmm. 

If you are a fan, you can now have a vegan crunchwrap, and you can make them yourself.

 

are crunchwraps vegan? photo shows a vegan crunchwrap held in a hand

 

What Is A Crunchwrap?

A Crunchwrap Supreme is easily one of the …

Read More »

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

By 25 Comments

Vegan Gluten Free Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower – everyone’s tangy spicy favorite! this quick and easy recipe is essential to any game day, happy hour party, or random Thursday.

recipe originally published June 15, 2017

*PIN THIS FOR LATER*

want more? see: Air Fryer Recipe Collection

 

Vegan Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower served in a bowl with celery and ranch dressing on the side

Table of Contents

  1. Best Air Fryer Recipes
  2. Benefits of An Air Fryer
  3. Air Fryer Cookbook
  4. Tips For The Best Air Fryer Cauliflower
  5. Baking Instructions for Buffalo Cauliflower
  6. Recipe Notes
  7. Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

It is no secret that cauliflower is one of my favorite veggies, especially lately.

Also no secret that I love spicy, and everything buffalo sauced.

This quick and easy recipe could not be tastier – definitely one to wow guests at your next party, BBQ, or random Thursday.

I’d probably go ahead and plan for a double batch.

At …

Read More »

We Love Quinoa

We Love Quinoa

We Love Kale

We Love Kale

Categories

Archives

As Seen In

As Seen In