New Year’s Eve is around the corner, and what better to serve at your gatherings than some fun, vegan appetizers? In this round-up you’ll find a variety of dips and finger foods ranging from light eats to the… not-so-healthy. Below, I’ve categorized them by dips, bites, and the rest (there will be some crossover)!

I’m a huge fan of making a meal out of apps or tapas, so really, this list can apply to so many different occasions throughout the year. Whether it be a nice movie night with a partner, or a fun party!
Best Fun Vegan Appetizers
Vegan Dips!
Spicy, cheesy, rich, and oil-free options abound; having dips on hand is a great way to keep folks satiated but not stuffed. Plus, you can have fun with the dippers!
Serve this addictive recipe up at your next party, it’s a Buffalo Jackfruit Spinach Dip that will be hard to resist!
White bean beer fondue, from Vegan Bowl Attack!, makes for a fun appetizer to be shared among friends, whether for a dinner party or a game night! This creamy, low-fat, fondue is a delicious crowd-pleaser, especially with its beer-tinged aroma.
Pepperjack shreds, seasoned soyrizo and jalapeño peppers kick this Cheezy Soyrizo Bean Dip up a few notches! It a perfectly delicious appetizer.
If I told you this quick blender queso was nut-free, oil-free, and dairy-free would you believe me? Well you should! This speedy sauce is made from oats, and couldn't be easier.
Rich and creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip from the Minimalist Baker cookbook! It’s a quick, easy and delicious recipe, too.
Need a shareable, fun, party meal? Make my Smoky Vegan Fondue with Breaded Mushroom Dippers! Not only is this cheezy goodness plant based, it’s also nut-free and soy-free.
This Creamy Cauliflower Pesto Dip is oil-free, dairy-free, vegan and delicious! It makes for a great, healthy appetizer for parties, or just to snack on.
A vegan, whole foods, plant-based take on the refreshing appetizer, ceviche!
Make this SUPER easy Cilantro Onion Dip for a delicious party platter.
Vegan Bites!
Food is cuter when it’s smaller, right? So that must mean it tastes better, too? I don’t think there’s scientific proof of this, but let’s just go with it. You can’t lose with the finger foods below!
Creamy quinoa jalapeño poppers topped with smoky chipotle coconut bacon. So dreamy! And the perfect appetizer for game day.
Creamy avocado paired with roasted sesame seeds, a smoky pepper shake, sprouts and hot sauce make for a fancy-looking crostini that is a quick and delicious appetizer!
Seasoned, baked, Almond-Crusted Cauliflower Bites paired with a deliciously creamy Avocado Ranch Dip!
Looking for a fun, and SUPER delicious appetizer, for the holidays? Dustin Harder, of the Vegan Roadie, has a recipe for vegan crab rangoon that is perfect!
These Baked Vegetable Pakoras are an amazing way to get tons of veggies into super-delicious, baked bites! Recipe from Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen, and is vegan, soy-free, nut-free, and has a gluten-free option!
These fluffy garlic knots are a delicious way to use up your sourdough discard! Plus, they only take 8 ingredients to make.
The ingredients are easy-to-find, the process of making them was easy, and they were tasty to all that tried them!
The ingredients are easy-to-find, the process of making them was easy (even if I added too much oil to the pan at first), and they were tasty to all that tried them!
Need another use for lentils? Try out these Air Fryer BBQ Lentil Meatballs! Chewy and flavorful on the inside, while slightly crunchy on the outside, then slathered in your favorite BBQ sauce.
These delectable Mini Pizza Pies are not only adorable, but fun to make and vegan! They serve as a great appetizer, and are very kid-friendly.
A delicious and comforting appetizer that brings back memories of your childhood. Mac ‘n’ Cheese Veggie Dog Bites!
Assorted Vegan Appetizers
Here are some classic party foods, with a twist. Dairy-free cheeseball? Check. Nachos with a buffalo sauce kick? Uh, HELL YEAH. And even some meat-free lettuce cups and a rustic flatbread with a savory cashew spread! Yummmmmm, indeed.
Have you been missing this quirky app from your pre-vegan days? This Pistachio-Rosemary Vegan Cheese Ball fills that void in the BEST way!
Take a break from your standard nacho plate with these Buffalo Chickpea Nachos!
These boldly-flavored BBQ Ranch Fries make a great game day appetizer, or an easy-to-make snack to be shared over an at-home happy hour.
This Cranberry Walnut Vegan Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer to serve for Superbowl Bowl Sunday or even a nice dinner party!
Make these quick and easy Sweet & Sour Porkless Lettuce Cups for any guest and wow them with their great flavors!
This Rustic Arugula Flatbread makes for a great, savory entree, or a “fancy” appetizer to share with friends. The cashew spread is exquisite!
If you’re ever looking for a party on a plate, look no further. Today I’m making Vegan Mushroom Asado fries as a tribute to growing up in Southern California, and they are GOOD!
So make some tasty, vegan appetizers to end the year in the most delicious way possible! And if you subscribe to my newsletter, you will receive an exclusive party drink recipe that everyone can toast with at midnight. Plus, a little recap of 2017 and some of what’s to come for VYA in 2018! Everyone, enjoy your holidays and be safe out there! <3
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