BEST 40 + Party Vegan Appetizers & Finger Foods

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These vegan appetizers are perfect for any holiday party or big game day event. We have fried finger foods, sliders, and much more!

Many people state that one of the biggest issues about going vegan, is feeling left out at holidays, parties, and events.

Hey I get it.

As a 10 year vegan (at the publishing of this post), I know how it is to go to a party, and the only dish available is a plain romaine lettuce salad and maybe some unseasoned french fries.

Thank goodness times have change! Vegan food is not only abundantly available, but they are fun, creative, and filling. These vegan appetizers will be a hit in ANY crowd.

Where Can I Serve these Vegan Appetizer Recipes?

If you are like me, I love eating fun vegan finger foods on the weekend watching my favorite Netflix shows. But these are perfect to serve at ANY large get together event including (but not limited to):

• Super Bowl
• March Madness
• Sunday, Monday, & Thursday Night Football
• College Sports
• Thanksgiving
• Christmas
• New Year’s
• Easter
• Birthday
• Kid’s Parties
• Potlucks

The appetizer recipes are grouped into 9 different categories. Feel free to use the table of contents above to jump the section you desire.

Top Vegan Appetizers

Fried & Breaded

We are starting off this round up with your favorite deep fried, air fried, and even baked and breaded fingers foods!

1. Fried Oyster Mushrooms

Addicting fried oyster mushrooms! Seasoned crispy outer crust with a tender meaty texture inside. Serve as an appetizer at your party or game day event; or even as part of a main course as it makes a great meat substitute for fried chicken!

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2. Baked Zucchini Fries by Plant Based on a Budget

These oil-free Zucchini Fries are wonderfully crisp on the outside with a tender middle, perfect as a healthier alternative to deep-fried fries. Serve as a snack, appetizer, or side!

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3. Vegan Po’ Boy (with Fried Oyster Mushrooms!)

If you love fried oyster mushrooms, you are going to LOVE this Vegan Po Boy Sandwich! Seasoned with homemade cajun seasoning mix and topped with a vegan remoulade sauce, this sandwich will have you thinking you're eating the real thing!

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4. Vegan Potato & Vegetable Croquettes by Nutriciously

These crispy potato and vegetable croquettes are the perfect finger food for the whole family! Easy to make and very versatile, they are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side at any party.

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5. Air Fried Okra

A soul food classic now made vegan and healthier! Air fried okra is great to eat as a filling side dish or as a quick appetizer!

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6. Air Fryer Potato Wedges with Cheesy Sauce by Veggies Save The Day

Perfectly seasoned, crispy potato wedges are easy to make in your air fryer with little to no oil. Top them with a cheesy vegan sauce for the ultimate snack or side dish.

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7. Air Fried Buffalo Cauliflower

These Air Fried Buffalo Cauliflower are crispy, vegan, and make the perfect finger food even meat eaters will love!

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8. Air Fried Oyster Mushrooms

If you love fried oyster mushrooms, air fried oyster mushrooms are just as crispy, meaty, and satisfying with a little less fat!

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Buffalo

Spinning off from the last recipe, we’re getting spicy with these buffalo flavored recipes!

9. Oyster Mushroom Buffalo Vegan Wings (Air Fryer)

These air fried vegan wings are made with tender and juicy oyster mushrooms. They are crispy and make the perfect finger food.

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10. Vegan Buffalo Seitan Wings by My Quiet Kitchen

These homemade seitan wings are saucy, tender, and impossibly delicious! This recipe is the perfect balance of easy and impressive – no batter, breading, or deep frying to fuss with – just amazing vegan wings paired with a classic vegan buffalo sauce.

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11. Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

These Baked Cauliflower Bites are vegan, ready in 45 minutes, and perfect to serve as a game day appetizer. The perfect finger food to sure to please a crowd!

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12. Buffalo Chickpea Meatballs by Watch Learn Eat

These gluten-free and vegan Buffalo Chickpea Meatballs make the perfect party appetizer! Drizzle these chickpea balls with some vegan ranch or blue cheese dressing for the ultimate flavor combination.

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13. Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip by Veggie Inspired

This Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip is super creamy and tangy with the perfect amount of spicy heat and so incredibly delicious! It’s the best appetizer or snack for sharing!

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Dips, Salsas, & Spreads

You are going to need some “saucy” dips and spreads to go along with those fried oyster mushrooms and buffalo cauliflower “wings”!

14. Warm Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip by Spabettie

Pro tip: make a double batch of this delicious dip, because it always goes quickly! A super flavorful bowl to dip all your veggies and crackers!

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15. Vegan Ranch Dip by The Stingy Vegan

This recipe for vegan ranch dip is simple, very creamy, and totally nut free. This dip is the perfect vegan contribution to a party or for snacking on while watching the big game.

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16. Dairy Free Nacho Cheese Recipe

Dairy Free Nacho Cheese sauce is easy to make and just as indulgent as the real thing. It's nut free and the perfect dip for tortillas or to pour over tacos and vegan nachos!

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17. Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip by Running on Real Food

This vegan spinach artichoke dip recipe is so easy and delicious no one will ever know it’s dairy-free and made with simple, healthy ingredients!

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18. Vegan Remoulade Sauce

This New Orleans classic is now vegan! This easy Vegan Remoulade Sauce gives you the same flavor you grew up loving without the animal by-products!

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19. The BEST Vegan Guacamole

This is BEST vegan guacamole recipe out there! It's super easy and it is ready in under 10 minutes. You will never buy store bought guacamole again!

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20. Vegan Dill Dip by Delightful Adventures

Creamy, delicious, and filled with flavor, this vegan dill dip is perfect for dipping chips, veggies, crackers, and pretzels!

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21. Raw Avocado Vegan Mango Salsa

Mango and salsa might sound weird but it's the perfect combination. This Vegan Mango Salsa is fresh, raw, healthy, easy to make, and ready in under 15 minutes!

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22. Lebanese Hummus by Vegan Punks

It’s not a party without hummus, and this is the best recipe out there! It’s the silkiest, most luxurious and Lebanese hummus. Plus, it’s so easy to make.

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23. Healthy Vegan Salsa (with Sea Moss Gel!)

Taco Tuesday just isn't complete without some salsa! This Easy Healthy Vegan Salsa contains high mineral sea moss gel, taking less than 15 minutes to make!

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Barbecue

I’m a St. Louis gal, so it is only right that include some vegan BBQ theme appetizers!

24. BBQ Vegan Lentil Meatballs

BBQ vegan lentil meatballs are a protein packed dish made with simple plant-based ingredients of lentils, rice and mushrooms! No mock meats!

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25. King Oyster Mushroom Pulled Pork

This king oyster mushroom pulled pork sandwich is vegan and made with mushrooms, jackfruit, and red beans! A meaty sandwich that will surely satisfy your BBQ cravings!

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26. Jackfruit BBQ Party Popper by The Fresh Fig

This Jackfruit BBQ Party Popper is an amazing appetizer to bring to parties and events! Buttery, flaky, and filled with tangy-sweet, and spicy BBQ Jackfruit, this appetizer will be sure to wow all of your guests!

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27. BBQ Lil Smokies by Eat Plant-Based

These Crockpot Carrots are simmered in tangy bbq sauce and are mouth wateringly delicious. They are perfect for holidays, game days, birthday parties, and even family dinners. Be forewarned, they’re super addictive!

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28. BBQ Cauliflower Wings by Vegan Huggs

These BBQ Cauliflower Wings are a tasty alternative to traditional wings. They are baked to perfection with a crispy panko coating and a smoky-sweet barbecue sauce. Serve ’em up as an appetizer, snack, or tasty side dish. They’ll disappear fast!

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Vegan Cheese

Cheese is not off the menu with these dairy and cruelty free options!

29. Vegan Mozzarella Sticks by Steph Sunshine

These vegan mozzarella sticks have all the flavor of the original, and even some of the stretch, too! They’re made with homemade vegan mozzarella that’s coated in batter and breadcrumbs, then fried.

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30. Vegan Pimento Cheese by My Quiet Kitchen

This vegan version of pimento cheese has ALL the flavor and creaminess of the popular Southern cheese spread but none of the dairy. It’s great for scooping up with veggies, crackers and pretzels!

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31. Sea Moss Cashew Cheese Recipe (Melts, Slices, and Spreads!)

If you can't get enough of sea moss, you will LOVE this recipe! This Sea Moss Cashew Cheese Recipe is a great cheese alternative to use. Slice it, spread it on crackers, or even melt it on vegan pizza!

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32. Vegan Port Wine Cheese Ball by VNutrition

What’s gameday without a little vegan cheese? This vegan Port Wine Cheeseball made with cashews and sun-dried tomatoes will be such a hit, you might need to make a few.

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Pizza and Pastry

You are going to need some good vegan pizza recipes to go with all that yummy vegan cheese!

33. Vegan Pizza Rolls with Spinach & Cheese by Healthy Midwestern Girl

Vegan Pizza Rolls with Spinach & Cheese are the perfect garlicky, cheesy appetizer. Portable enough for a grab-n-go lunch, too! Serve with your favorite pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping.

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34. Gluten-Free Copycat Totino’s Pizza Rolls by Strength and Sunshine

The iconic, bite-sized, pizza pillows that are a favorite snack and party food for kids (and adults!), now as a healthy homemade recipe! These Gluten-Free Copycat Totino’s Pizza Rolls are vegan, top allergy-free, baked, easy to make, and 100% freezer-friendly!

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35. Spicy Lentil Vegan Sausage Rolls by Tinned Tomatoes

The most amazing mini spicy lentil vegan sausage rolls. Easy to make and loved by kids and adults alike.

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36. Cheezy Vegan Spinach Triangles by The Vegan Larder

These Cheezy Vegan Spinach Triangles are perfect for entertaining and make a great portable lunch. Make them as big or small as you’d like.

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Nachos

We are continuing on with our cheese theme, featuring some of the BEST vegan nachos because no party is complete with this dish!

37. Vegan Oyster Mushroom Nachos Recipe

Vegan Oyster Mushroom Nachos are a great plant based version of fajita nachos! In just 30 minutes, you will have a vegan appetizer sure to be a major hit!

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38. Vegan Buffalo Chicken Nachos by Strength And Sunshine

What’s easier and more delicious than a big batch of sheet pan nachos? These Easy Sheet Pan Vegan Buffalo Chicken Nachos are gluten-free, allergy-free, & 100% meatless! Whip up these quick, bold, & spicy chips for a snack, party appetizer, or fun dinner! This baked plant-based recipe will be your go-to for nachos!

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39. Air Fryer Nachos by Rescue Dog Kitchen

These air fryer nachos are easy, tasty, and ready to enjoy in minutes! All thanks to the air fryer, nachos are super easy to make! Perfect for any game day event!

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Fun Vegan Finger Foods

These vegan finger foods are super fun, creative, and most importantly DELICIOUS!

40. Vegan Potato Skins by Bakerita

These Vegan Potato Skins are my new favorite vegan appetizer! Baked instead of fried, these are a healthier take on the classic. They’re made with vegan cheese sauce and the best tempeh bacon bits.

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41. Vegan Baked Taquitos by Vegan Huggs

For an impressive appetizer or meal, serve crispy Vegan Baked Taquitos filled with savory jackfruit and melted cheddar cheese. Serve them with a delicious dip and watch them disappear fast!

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42. Vegan Smoked Salmon by Veggie Desserts

This recipe for Vegan Smoked Salmon is a great alternative to traditional lox. Thin strips of carrot are marinated in sauces and spices to make the perfect complement to a bagel or served as a healthy vegan appetizer with crackers.

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43. Dill Pickle Chickpeas by Soup Addict

Dill Pickle Chickpeas are an irresistible snack that’s perfect for game-day noshing or an evening curled up in front of a movie. You’ll enjoy the crispy crunch and pickle seasonings that create a unique and I-can’t-stop-eating-them treat.

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Sweets and Desserts

No better way to end this round up series than with something sweet!

44. Vegan Cookie Dough Truffles by The Daily Dish

These chocolate chip cookie dough truffles are sure to be the first thing to disappear at your game day gathering.

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45. Dark Chocolate Hummus by A Sweet Alternative

This chocolate hummus is silky smooth and intensely chocolaty. Serve it with fresh fruit or cookies for dipping.

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Tips for Preparing for a Party or Event

• Create an invite list: Know how many people will be there so you so you you can plan how much to cook.
• Chose a food theme: If it’s summer time, try a few of the BBQ appetizers. Or maybe go all buffalo style during your Super Bowl get together! Remember as tempting as it is, don’t try to make everything on this list at one time. Pick a few of your favorites that stand out and wow your guests!
• Create a shopping list: Once you have your food theme, go shopping in your home first to see what you already have. Then go shopping any additional ingredients you may need. Don’t be afraid to buy some store bought items like vegan meats and vegan cheeses to compliment these recipes.
• Make ahead what you can: Some of the recipes like the dips, vegan meatballs, and cheeses…can easily be made ahead of time. So save yourself some time and prep ahead!
• Get your friends to help: It can be fun for your friends to be engaged in making the recipes they are going to indulge in. Hey they might even throw the next party if they are highly impressed.

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