Summer Time is Party Time
You might be planning a barbeque, or if you live in the united kingdom, an indoor summer party, but wherever or however you throw your party, here are some lovely recipes that would be great in a buffet or as an accompaniment to your favourite barbeque mains.
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Baba ganoush is an middle eastern eggplant dip similar to hummus. This recipe even calls for chickpeas, which are the main ingredient in hummus, to give it a thicker texture.
Even people who swear they don't like eggplant absolutely love this recipe.
Baba ganoush is a vegetarian appetizer that you could serve for just about any occasion.
Serve with warmed pita bread.
Olive tapenade is a great spread to serve with crackers for an easy appetizer or hor d'ouerves.
This recipe, uses two kinds of olives, because colour combination adds to the dish.
Although tapenade traditionally has anchovies in it, this recipe is both vegetarian and vegan, and can be prepared in just a few minutes.
Serve with crackers or toasted slices of artisan bread.
The sweet taste of mangos and peaches combine with onions and garlic in this easy salsa recipe.
Try it with chips for a light snack, or add an elegant touch to any Mexican food dish.
Bruschetta is a great excuse to buy an expensive good quality oil!
Shop for fresh organic tomatoes and enjoy the natural flavors in this simple vegetarian and vegan bruschetta appetizer.
Bruschetta is a simple vegetarian appetizer that most peope are familiar with. You can use toast sliced baguettes, or any artisan bread.
If you take something healthy then fry it, is it still healthy? You decide!
But healthy or not, these fried eggplant "fingers" will surely be gobbled up by all, including kids.
Serve with a thin marinara sauce or homemade dressing.
A very cheesy bean dip recipe that you can serve with tortilla chips.
Try adding some vegetarian mock meat crumbles for a thicker and more meaty texture.
Spice up some easy sweet potato fries with cayenne pepper and other spices. This recipe is baked rather than fried, so it is also very low fat, as well as vegetarian and vegan.
8. 30 Second Vegan Chili "Cheese" Dip
This dip is hardly a recipe (you just mix together two pre-made foods), but its so simple and sooo yummy!
Be warned however, that its called "30 Second" not only because that's how long it takes to make, but because that's how long it will last!
This classic seven layer dip recipe is a quick and easy vegetarian appetizer, inspired by the flavors of Mexico.
Spread a layer of beans and top with salsa, olives and more.
A lovely smooth, easy to make fondue to impress your guests!