SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Oyster Mushroom 'Steaks' with Preserved Lemon Tapenade, Black Olive & Crispy Phyllo Tuile
Meaty fungi meets briny, bright, shattered pastry
334 cal · 7g protein · 43 min
Diet & meal · 115 recipes
Dairy-Free Appetizer Recipes
Dairy-Free appetizer ideas — skip the dairy without skipping the richness. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Sophisticated
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Chickpea Fritters with Charred Lemon Crema & Green Chili Oil
Spiced legume cakes, cool herbed crème fraîche, heat
557 cal · 7g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Saltfish Empanadillas with Roasted Pepper Coulis & Grilled Lime Air
Flaky pastry, salted-dried cod, silken pepper sauce, citrus foam
217 cal · 7g protein · 115 min
EasyAppetizer
Thai Curry Shrimp Lettuce Cups with Roasted Peanut Crumble & Charred Chili Oil
Spiced shrimp, creamy peanut, fresh herb wrap
613 cal · 48g protein · 18 min
EasyAppetizer
Causa Limeña Tart with Cured Fish & Avocado Mousse
Stacked layers of silky potato purée, fresh fish crudo, and cooling avocado—a Peruvian icon, simplified
510 cal · 28g protein · 23 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Taro Tuile Cups with Lump Crab Salad, Charred Chili Oil & Avocado Mousse
Fried taro lace, sweet crab, green silk, chili heat
682 cal · 25g protein · 60 min
EasyAppetizer
Coxinha de Mandioca e Limão com Maionese de Alho Preto
Crispy cassava-yuca fritters with spiced black garlic aioli
855 cal · 8g protein · 24 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Smoked Fish Harissa Tartlet with Crispy Onion & Pomegranate Gastrique
Smoky, spiced, layered—a savory-sweet tartlet that surprises.
571 cal · 13g protein · 70 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Wonton Cups with Green Curry Crab & Pomegranate Caviar
Fried wonton shell, creamy curry, live crab, bright pomegranate burst
422 cal · 10g protein · 36 min
EasyAppetizer
Piquillo Pepper & Anchovy Crostini with Garlic Aioli
Roasted Spanish peppers, white anchovy, thyme, toasted bread
363 cal · 9g protein · 15 min
EasyAppetizer
Muhammara Hummus Crudités with Crispy Pita & Burnt Garlic Oil
Roasted red pepper and walnut dip with charred pita chips and spiced oil
530 cal · 9g protein · 14 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Scallop & Crispy Taro Chip Tartare with Ginger-Lime Oil & Pomegranate Caviar
Seared scallop, raw-finished, taro crisp, bright citrus oil, tiny pomegranate pearls
640 cal · 13g protein · 32 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Eggplant & Black Garlic Salatasi with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Roasted eggplant meze with toasted breadcrumb crumble and tart pomegranate finish
227 cal · 5g protein · 32 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Octopus Carpaccio with Charred Haricot Vert, Rocoto Oil & Crispy Huacatay Leaves
Raw tender octopus, Peruvian chili oil, herb-fried green beans
686 cal · 23g protein · 40 min
Intermediate
Easy
EasyAppetizer
Pickled Jalapenos
Tangy, crisp, and perfect for tacos, nachos, and charcuterie boards
210 cal · 6g protein · 25 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Classic Chutney
Spiced fruit spread with vinegar bite, ideal for curries, cheese, and grilled meats
1310 cal · 20g protein · 65 min
EasyAppetizer
Hot Sauce
Bright, punchy, and addictive—the everyday fermented hot sauce for everything
221 cal · 9g protein · 10 min
EasyAppetizer
Cranberry Sauce
Tart, jewel-bright, the classic Thanksgiving condiment
116 cal · 0g protein · 20 min
Easy
EasyAppetizer
Air Fryer Potatoes
Crispy-outside, tender-inside potato wedges or fries
183 cal · 4g protein · 28 min
EasyAppetizer
Air Fryer Tofu
Crispy edges, tender center, seasoned throughout
114 cal · 9g protein · 35 min
EasyAppetizer
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Caramelized edges, tender centers, deeply savory
135 cal · 6g protein · 23 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 28 minutes. The quickest is around 18 minutes and the longest about 50 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
Is every recipe here dairy free?
Every recipe in this collection is written without ingredients that break a dairy free diet. We cannot vouch for the brands in your cupboard or for cross-contamination in your kitchen, so check labels as you normally would.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 183 and 820 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
