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appetizer

Discover delicious vegan appetizer recipes, including creamy dips like my vegan caramelized onion dip, a spicy pepperoncini and kale dip, and my vegan seven-layer dip. Other great options include these fresh papaya salad rolls, avocado tartare, and my super popular crispy sesame cauliflower.

If you are looking for even more vegan appetizer recipes, The First Mess Cookbook has got you covered.

An overhead shot of vegan eggplant meatballs on a white plate topped with bright green kale pesto and halved cherry tomatoes.

Vegan Eggplant Meatballs with Za’atar & Kale Pesto

roasted carrot, chickpea + harissa dip // via @thefirstmess

Roasted Carrot & Harissa Chickpea Dip

Crispy Eggplant Polenta Bites with Lime

Vegan Butternut Nacho “Cheese” Sauce

Avocado Tartare with Roasted Beets, Basil & Dukkah

Mustard Roasted Broccoli Paté with Leeks & Lemon

Raw and Vegan Tacos with Corn Salsa & Cashew Sour Cream

Grilled Fennel & Quinoa Crunch Salad

Spicy Red Lentil Spread

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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