Looking for vegan appetizers for your next party? Browse through these easy, crowd-pleasing snacks and party foods that are not only vegan and plant-based, but also created with non-vegans in mind! From finger foods and dips to more substantial dishes like vegan wings, sliders, and quesadillas, you'll find something here for every crowd and occasion!
![A brightly lit photo of vegan stuffed mushrooms on a white plate.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/vegan-appetizers-4.jpg)
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- About the Recipes
- Vegan Party Platters
- Vegan Cheese and Snack Board
- The Ultimate Veggie Tray
- Vegan Cheese Ball
- Vegan Dips and Spreads
- Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip
- Buffalo Cauliflower Dip
- Za'atar Hummus
- Vegan Refried Bean Dip
- Fresh Cranberry Salsa
- Zhoug Sauce
- Vegan Pimento Cheese
- Copycat Bitchin' Sauce Recipe
- Oil-Free Vegan Queso
- Chipotle Corn Salsa (EASY Version!)
- Creamy Peanut White Bean Dip
- Foods To Serve With Dips
- Bagel Croutons
- Vegan Finger Foods
- Easy Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
- Thai-Inspired Vegan Larb
- Loaded BBQ Tempeh Nachos
- Baked Vegan Taquitos
- Easy Veggie Burgers or Sliders
- Quesadillas With Quick Homemade Cheese
- Meaty Vegan Meatballs
- Air Fryer Shishito Peppers With Asian Dipping Sauce
- Air Fryer Tempeh Bites
- Air Fryer Edamame
- Bourbon Spice Candied Pecans
- Cold Salads
- Spicy Cucumber Salad
- Vegan Pasta Salad
- Vegan "Egg" Salad (Mushroom Pâté)
- Vegan Pasta Fresca
- Vegan Pimento Macaroni Salad
- Hot Foods to Serve in a Slow Cooker
- Vegan Buffalo Wings
- Vegan White Chili
- BBQ Soy Curls (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker)
- Vegan Crockpot Mac and Cheese
- 💬 Comments
About the Recipes
Traditional party spreads usually center around animal products, leaving vegans feeling like they're stuck with plain veggies and hummus.
While there's nothing wrong with hummus or veggie trays (they're party classics for a reason!), vegans crave an exciting array of options just like anyone else.
So we rounded up 37 of our most exciting, flavorful, universally-appealing vegan appetizer recipes. These are mouthwatering, tried-and-true favorites that you can feel confident serving to any crowd!
The recipes are:
- Inclusive: These snacks and appetizers are designed to appeal to everyone, whether they follow a plant-based diet or not. Don't be surprised if your omnivorous friends go back for seconds and ask for the recipes!
- Creative and Flavorful: Vegan food should never be boring or bland. With a mix of bold spices, fresh ingredients, nostalgic flavors, and new ideas, these recipes prove that vegan party food can be both exciting and satisfying.
- Special Diet-Friendly: With health-conscious and allergy-friendly options, we've made sure there are plenty of choices here to accommodate your friends and family with dietary restrictions.
![A vegan party platter with crackers, fruit, and pimento cheese dip.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/vegan-appetizers-3.jpg)
If you find a new favorite party snack, be sure to let us know in the comments below!
Vegan Party Platters
Vegan Cheese and Snack Board
![An elegant vegan cheese board with a variety of cheeses, fruits, snacks, and crackers for dipping.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/vegan-cheese-board-3-360x360.jpg)
The Ultimate Veggie Tray
![a colorful assortment of raw and blanched vegetables with two dips on a wooden tray.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/veggie-tray-2-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Cheese Ball
![cashew cheese ball on platter](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Beer-Vegan-Cheese-Ball-2-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Dips and Spreads
Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip
![Caramelized Onion Dip on a platter with crackers and bread for dipping.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/vegan-caramelized-onion-dip-2-360x360.jpg)
Buffalo Cauliflower Dip
![thick and creamy cauliflower buffalo dip in a bowl garnished with cilantro and pumpkin seeds.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/buffalo-cauliflower-dip-recipe-2-360x360.jpg)
Za'atar Hummus
![overhead view of a bowl full of zaatar hummus surrounded by raw veggies on a serving board.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/zaatar-hummus-recipe-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Refried Bean Dip
![cheesy bean dip topped with avocado, jalapeno, and fresh cilantro.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/vegan-refried-bean-dip-2-360x360.jpg)
Fresh Cranberry Salsa
![bright red cranberry salsa in a bowl surrounded by crackers and chips.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cranberry-salsa-recipe-360x360.jpg)
Zhoug Sauce
![zhoug sauce drizzled with olive oil in a glass container.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/zhoug-sauce-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Pimento Cheese
![A small bowl filled with creamy dairy free pimento cheese with veggies and crackers on the side.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/recipe-vegan-pimento-cheese-360x360.jpg)
Copycat Bitchin' Sauce Recipe
![white ramekin filled with creamy homemade bitchin sauce surrounded by chips and veggies.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/bitchin-sauce-original-recipe-360x360.jpg)
Oil-Free Vegan Queso
![overhead photo of vegan cashew queso in a white dish.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/low-calorie-queso-vegan-dairy-free-360x360.jpg)
Chipotle Corn Salsa (EASY Version!)
![light blue bowl filled with colorful chili corn salsa.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/chipotle-chili-corn-salsa-360x360.jpg)
Creamy Peanut White Bean Dip
![peanut white bean dip on a platter with vegetables.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Healthy-Peanut-Sauce-Bean-Dip-360x360.jpg)
Foods To Serve With Dips
Bagel Croutons
![golden and crispy big bagel croutons on a baking sheet.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/bagel-vegan-croutons-2-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Finger Foods
Easy Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
![baked stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/easy-vegan-stuffed-mushrooms-appetizer-360x360.jpg)
Thai-Inspired Vegan Larb
![Vegan Thai Larb with Seitan topped with quick-pickled red onion and peanuts](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Vegan-Thai-Larb-360x360.jpg)
Loaded BBQ Tempeh Nachos
![vegan bbq nachos piled on a serving tray](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Loaded-Vegan-BBQ-Nachos-featured-1-360x360.jpg)
Baked Vegan Taquitos
![6 large taquitos stacked on a platter](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Baked-Vegan-Taquitos-2-360x360.jpg)
Easy Veggie Burgers or Sliders
![Air fryer vegan burger on a bun with kimchi, lettuce, onion, and mustard.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/air-fryer-veggie-burger-recipe-360x360.jpg)
Quesadillas With Quick Homemade Cheese
![close up side view of sliced quesadillas with spinach. and homemade vegan cheese.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/easy-vegan-quesadillas-cashew-cheese-oil-free-360x360.jpg)
Meaty Vegan Meatballs
![large serving bowl filled with vegan spaghetti and meatballs.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/vegan-meatballs-360x360.jpg)
Air Fryer Shishito Peppers With Asian Dipping Sauce
![shishito peppers in a black bowl.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/shishito-peppers-air-fryer-360x360.jpg)
Air Fryer Tempeh Bites
![side view of crispy and sticky tempeh in a black bowl.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/air-fryer-tempeh-recipe-360x360.jpg)
Air Fryer Edamame
![looking down at crispy roasted edamame in a glass.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/air-fryer-edamame-3-360x360.jpg)
Bourbon Spice Candied Pecans
![Crisp candied pecans in a small white bowl resting on a dark wood serving board.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bourbon-spiced-candied-pecans-recipe-2-360x360.jpg)
Cold Salads
Spicy Cucumber Salad
![A dark red bowl filled with sliced cucumber tossed in spicy Asian dressing.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/spicy-cucumber-salad-2-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Pasta Salad
![close up overhead view of assembled pasta salad topped with chopped fresh parsley.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/vegan-pasta-salad-oil-free-360x360.jpg)
Vegan "Egg" Salad (Mushroom Pâté)
![a vegan egg salad sandwich on a cutting board.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/vegan-egg-salad-5-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Pasta Fresca
![large bowl full of vegan pasta with onion, spinach, vegan cheese, and fresh parsley.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/noodles-and-company-pasta-fresca-vegan-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Pimento Macaroni Salad
![pimento macaroni salad in a large white serving bowl](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Vegan-Pimento-Macaroni-Salad-9-360x360.jpg)
Hot Foods to Serve in a Slow Cooker
A Crock Pot is a great way to keep foods warm, whether you originally prepared it in the slow cooker or not! From chili to vegan wings, these recipes are ideal when you want to serve your guests something more substantial.
Vegan Buffalo Wings
![buffalo seitan wings on a serving platter with celery in background.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/best-vegan-wings-recipe-360x360.jpg)
Vegan White Chili
![close up of white chili in a bowl topped with lime wedge and jalapeño](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Best-Vegetarian-White-Chili-360x360.jpg)
BBQ Soy Curls (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker)
![](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/BBQSoyCurls-veganbarbecue-360x360.jpg)
Vegan Crockpot Mac and Cheese
![Creamy vegan macaroni and cheese inside a large black Crockpot.](https://myquietkitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/crock-pot-vegan-mac-and-cheese-3-360x360.jpg)
When it comes to hosting or attending a party, the people and excitement of the event should be the focus. With all of these fun and delicious options, now they can be!
If you try any of these vegan appetizers be sure to comment below and let us know! You can also tag your photos on instagram with @myquietkitchen to show off your party spread.
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