Vegetarian starter recipes (2024)

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  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.19 ratings

    Combine the flavours of salty cheese and sweet honey to create a dish that’s so much more than the sum of its parts. Rich and decadent, serve with warm pitta

    • 25 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • Veg peel fritters

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.4 ratings

    Make veg peelings the star of the show with these easy fritters. They're perfect the day after a big family dinner, such as at Christmas time

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Buffalo cauliflower wings

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.31 ratings

    Make 'buffalo cauliflower' for a veggie take on the spicy American classic. Served with a ranch dip, it makes an excellent Friday night sharing treat

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.13 ratings

    Dress this courgette and halloumi salad while everything is still fairly warm, then the courgettes will soak up the flavours of the caper and lemon dressing

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings

    Make a batch of these curried veggie pies to stash in the freezer for an easy lunch with salad, or warming starter. Eat like a pasty with mango chutney

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Air-fryer sweetcorn fritters

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.2 ratings

    Make some sweetcorn and spring onion fritters for lunch, a starter or a side. They're made with an air-fryer for easy, energy-efficient cooking

    • 27 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Vegetable gyoza

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.10 ratings

    Try our take on veggie gyoza. These dumplings can be cooked from frozen and easily adapted with your own fillings. You can also use shop-bought gyoza skins

    • 2 hrs 20 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegan
  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.4 ratings

    Choose starchy potatoes like Maris Piper or King Edward to ensure the parsnip rösti hold together. Enjoy with caramelised red onions, harissa and feta

    • 1 hr 25 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Creamy carrot soup

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.10 ratings

    Make a comforting starter or lunch in no time with our easy creamy carrot soup, topped with garlicky seeded croutons. Quick and simple, it takes just 30 minutes to make

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Cheese-stuffed garlic dough balls with a tomato sauce dip

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.15 ratings

    Impress family and friends with the ultimate sharing starter: cheesy, moreish garlic dough balls. With a tomato-based dipping sauce, they make an ideal addition to any Italian-inspired menu

    • 1 hr 15 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • Healthy tomato soup

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.17 ratings

    Enjoy this vegetable-packed tomato soup for a lovely light family meal, with leftovers for the next day. Serve with bread or our cheese pinwheels

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Arancini balls

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.19 ratings

    Adapt these arancini rice balls to your liking: add fresh herbs, sundried tomatoes or chopped ham. You can also make the balls from leftover cold risotto

    • 1 hr 45 mins
    • More effort
  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.1 rating

    Celebrate fennel season in mid-summer with this delightful side salad. It's made with radishes, shavings of lancashire cheese, basil, mint and pickled peaches

    • 33 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.1 rating

    Make this tabbouleh-inspired quinoa, chard, goat's cheese and grilled peach salad as something different for lunch. It's full of textures and fresh flavours

    • 55 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Prep the pâté in this dish a few days ahead, if you like. It's easy and quick to make and the addition of a few extra toppings make it a special lunch

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Yuzu beer batter

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Try this crispy batter from Joelle Drummond of the Drop Bear Beer Co. It works well with fish, chicken or chunky veg

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Burrata bruschetta

    A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.7 ratings

    Try a new twist on bruschetta, topped with burrata, broad beans, sugar snap peas, radish, mint and chilli. It makes a fab lunch or starter for a dinner party

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Slow-cooker pumpkin soup

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Put in a little effort the night before and you can have a velvety soup ready as a starter for a special dinner with guests. This recipe serves six generously

    • 15 hrs 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegan
  • Baked red onions with ricotta

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Gather your friends for a relaxed evening – these baked red onions are special but simple to prepare, so you won’t be stuck in the kitchen

    • 2 hrs
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.12 ratings

    These crunchy croquettes are both a stealthy way to get more vegetables into your kids as well as a great vegetarian party nibble

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    The salt crust really intensifies the natural flavour of the beetroot as it steams in its own juices, seasoning it as it cooks

    • 3 hrs
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Sweet and salty, hot and sharp, these canapés make a great light snack or casual starter. The brittle is delicious on its own, make twice as much and serve it on the side

    • 55 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Make the most of seasonal broad beans during the summer months and make this vibrant bean and feta crostini. Ideal as a starter, simply top with asparagus

    • 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
Vegetarian starter recipes (2024)
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