This collection of our healthy vegetarian appetizers for kids is a medley of easy starters bursting with fresh flavors. Explore a variety of tempting flavors from all over the world, including fritters, dips, potatoes, and vegetable-packed mezze platters. Take your pick, and prepare for these plant–based starter ideas that will delight your tastebuds.
We’ve focused on affordable, easy-to-find, easily made vegan and dairy–free ingredients.
Our recipes consist of mainly wholefood ingredients such as:
- Seasonal vegetables and fruits
- Grains
- Legumes
- Nuts and seeds
- Yogurt and cheese (with dairy–free substitutions).
Healthy Vegetarian Appetizers For Kids
Air fryer eggplant
Tender air-fryer eggplant is a delicious vegetarian appetizer with marinara sauce and fresh basil. This family-friendly dish features a delicious taste and soft eggplant that melts in your mouth.
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Crostini
Our next vegetarian appetizer is an Italian classic: crostini with fresh veggies and a zesty olive tapenade.
Each bite is a burst of Mediterranean goodness, harmonizing textures and tastes to delight your palate. A finger food idea that will leave your guests craving more.
Rice balls
Rice balls prepared from leftover risotto are a tasty and quick appetizer for game night. These treats are popular due to their crunchy exterior and gooey middle. To enhance flavor, dip them in marinara or tzatziki.
Bruschetta
Bring the flavors of Italy into your home with our tomato bruschetta on toasted bread. This vegetarian appetizer combines fresh tomatoes, olive oil, fragrant basil, and spicy garlic for a delicious Mediterranean flavor.
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Pita bread
Homemade pita bread is ideal for serving hummus, tzatziki, and dukkah spice combination. Dip each rip into extra virgin olive oil and serve with feta and fresh veggies. This appetizer is ideal for the summer and is refreshing.
Steamed artichokes
Steamed artichokes are an elegant appetizer with supple leaves and a delicate center. Serve with creamy mayonnaise and tangy chimichurri sauce for a restaurant-worthy appetizer.
Roasted potatoes
Crispy and soft roasted potatoes, aromatically seasoned, eaten as finger food. Pair these golden beauties with silky tahini sauce for a creamy, nutty flavor.
Zucchini fritters
These fritters, served with sour cream or tzatziki, make for a light and delicious vegetarian appetizer. They may be made with or without eggs and served as an appetizer with lemon wedges and fresh herbs. Both children and adults will enjoy these!
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Eggplant dip
Blend roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice for a silky dip. This Middle-Eastern eggplant appetizer pairs well with a "mezze" of cold and hot mini dishes, such as bread and fresh veggies.
Tabbouleh
Try tabbouleh salad in lettuce wraps with pita bread and fresh lemon wedges.
This vegetarian dish combines finely chopped parsley, tomatoes, zesty lemon juice, and nutty bulgur wheat. Great for summer as it offers a refreshing burst of flavors and textures in every bite.
Vegan basil pesto
This parmesan-free basil pesto pairs well with crostini or grilled zucchini, making it an ideal appetizer. Blend in 5 minutes for a rich and nutty pesto that may be used to enhance vegetables, frittata, or focaccia bread.
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