SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Feta & Sumac Tuile with Charred Beet Mousse, Pomegranate & Walnut-Pomegranate Molasses Soil
Crispy, earthy, jeweled—a textured aperitif
532 cal · 27g protein · 48 min
Diet & meal · 274 recipes
Vegetarian Appetizer Recipes
Vegetarian appetizer ideas — meat-free mains, sides and sweets that never feel like a compromise. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Sophisticated
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Kibbeh Shells with Labne, Pomegranate & Herb Oil
Fried bulgur shells filled with creamy cheese and tart pomegranate
488 cal · 14g protein · 22 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Berbere-Brined Beet Carpaccio with Labneh Cloud, Charred Scallion Oil & Crispy Amaranth
Paper-thin raw beet rounds infused with spiced brine; whipped strained yogurt; toasted grain seed crunch
583 cal · 6g protein · 50 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Burrata Ravioli in Brown Butter with Black Garlic & Crispy Sage Oil
Silken pasta pouches of burrata, sauced with burnt garlic and sage-infused butter
732 cal · 25g protein · 60 min
EasyAppetizer
Chiles Rellenos Tarts: Roasted Poblano & Oaxaca on Crispy Masa
Charred poblano, melted cheese, roasted garlic on golden masa rounds
436 cal · 20g protein · 23 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Spinach & Feta Kibbeh with Pomegranate-Tahini Glaze
Bulgur shell, herb-cheese filling, tart-sweet glaze, deep-fried until golden
1011 cal · 22g protein · 43 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Beet Carpaccio with Horseradish Cream & Crispy Walnuts
Paper-thin root, peppery cream, toasted crunch
289 cal · 6g protein · 32 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Piquillo Pepper & Burrata Envelopes with Black Garlic Purée & Toasted Pine Nut Oil
A pocket of flame-roasted pepper enfolding creamy burrata—a Spanish tapas reimagined.
587 cal · 15g protein · 40 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Spiced Carrot & Feta Cigars with Pomegranate Molasses Glaze
Burnished phyllo rolls with roasted carrot, whipped feta, and pomegranate reduction
859 cal · 15g protein · 42 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Burrata & Charred Cherry Tomato Tartlets with Crispy Sage Oil
Warm phyllo cups filled with creamy burrata and caramelized tomatoes.
530 cal · 22g protein · 32 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Palmito Crocante com Azeite de Pimenta Preta e Maracujá
Crispy heart-of-palm cones with black pepper oil & passion fruit coulis
1032 cal · 14g protein · 38 min
EasyAppetizer
Bolinho de Abóbora e Gorgonzola com Calda de Mel e Pimenta
Crispy pumpkin and blue cheese fritters with honey-chili glaze.
563 cal · 10g protein · 26 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Roasted Beet & Whipped Goat Cheese Tartlets with Pistachio Dust & Charred Lemon Oil
Crispy phyllo shells with earthy beet, tangy cheese, and herb oil
970 cal · 21g protein · 50 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Chickpea & Tamarind Cups with Whipped Labneh
Crunchy, tangy-spiced, creamy—a textural surprise
191 cal · 6g protein · 37 min
EasyAppetizer
Hot Sauce
Bright, punchy, and addictive—the everyday fermented hot sauce for everything
221 cal · 9g protein · 10 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Classic Chutney
Spiced fruit spread with vinegar bite, ideal for curries, cheese, and grilled meats
1310 cal · 20g protein · 65 min
EasyAppetizer
Pickled Jalapenos
Tangy, crisp, and perfect for tacos, nachos, and charcuterie boards
210 cal · 6g protein · 25 min
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Easy
EasyAppetizer
Satay Sauce
Creamy peanut dipping sauce for grilled meat skewers
166 cal · 5g protein · 18 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Paneer Tikka
Charred cubes of paneer marinated in spiced yogurt
415 cal · 15g protein · 37 min
EasyAppetizer
Cranberry Sauce
Tart, jewel-bright, the classic Thanksgiving condiment
116 cal · 0g protein · 20 min
EasyAppetizer
Tzatziki Sauce
Cooling Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce
36 cal · 3g protein · 10 min
EasyGood to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 30 minutes. The quickest is around 17 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 vegetarian?
Every recipe in this collection is written without ingredients that break a vegetarian 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 221 and 905 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.
