It is very important to give a good start to parties with some lip-smacking starters. Apart from that, it is important that the menu is such that their preparations can be done in advance. After all, the starters and a lot of other food have to be cooked. Here is a collection of Vegetarian Starters Recipes that are very appealing and easy to cook. Do try them when you host the next party. And believe me, you don’t need to host a party to prepare these dishes, just pamper your family on some weekend with one or more of these dishes.
Recently I had prepared zucchini rolls for a party. These rolls are a combination of the starter as well as a salad. These were relished by one and all and the best part was be weight watchers or kids, everyone indulged in these nutritious rolls.
Spicy paneer snack with soft and cushiony cottage cheese (paneer) cubes, with a crispy outing, bursting with the flavors of chilies, garlic, curry leaves, etc are paneer 65. Paneer 65 recipe is very toothsome. It makes a great party appetizer and a filling tea-time snack recipe.
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A crispy and flaky snack made with all-purpose flour, topped with silky yogurt, zinged with tamarind and coriander chutney, spiced with red chili powder and cumin seeds powder, with add on boiled potatoes, makes for a perfect snack called papdi chaat.
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Crispy pizza recipe, crunchy vegetables, oozing cheese, a sprinkle of oregano and basil- everything when combined, make Vegetable Pizza and who wouldn’t love it. This recipe for veggie pizza uses the best homemade pizza sauce. And that’s what makes all the difference.
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Fried, soft and spongy dumplings, made with urad dal or a combination of urad dal and moong dal, soaked in well-whisked yogurt, drizzled with sweet chutney and coriander chutney, seasoned with black salt, roasted cumin seeds powder, red chili powder are dahi vada or dahi bade.
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A snack from the Middle East, made with chickpeas, which offers a contrast of textures and a bunch of mild flavors, is falafel. It can be deep-fried, shallow fried or pan-fried. Falafels can also be baked.
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Paneer Tikka on TawaThe first dish that comes to my mind while talking about the vegetarian starters is the paneer tikka. How do we love this snack recipe! We would always order one when eating at restaurants. BUt ever simple I have tried this recipe, we always make it at home, because it is so much better and so easy.
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This is such as pretty snack and the best part is that kids love digging into this one. Often the party food is not liked by the kids. This is one such snack that can fill their belly and make them happy.
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Often our main course menu for the party is too heavy and elaborate. But skipping the starters all together might not be on your mind. For such circumstances, you can make this papad ki churi which is a perfect starter and is ready in no time and is not too filling.
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This one is my family’s favorite starter recipe. On weekends whenever I ask for their choice of starter I always get this answer. I do not think twice to make this as it is super healthy and easy to make. It is one of the most popular Indian Veg. Starters recipe.
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This recipe is so simple and easy to make. All you need to do is prepare some garlic butter and keep it in the refrigerator. And when the need is, just convert simple bread slices into super delicious garlic bread.
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If your guest list includes weight watchers, this recipe is just so perfect. It is a guilt-free indulgence as it is made up of soya granules and to make it even more energy-packed, peas are added. However, the flavors are mind-blowing.
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Tangy, spicy grilled potatoes make a perfect party appetizer. Potatoes are a crowd-pleaser. And this recipe is my on the go recipe for the surprise guests or sudden cravings.
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Who says starters need to be unhealthy? Here is a healthy starter recipe that is protein-packed and absolutely delicious. Soya kofta is a spicy and flavourful snack and a sure hit in the parties.
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I have yet to meet someone who doesn’t like a samosa. But serving of even single samosa is very filling. So to decrease its size and increase its appeal I made potli samosa. These cuties will be loved by one and all of your guests.
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You can’t please everyone you are not cheese. And here we are combining cheese with another favorite i.e. potatoes. This is a beautifully presented dish which combines two of the most favorite party food.
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Bite-sized food is a charmer. It looks very appealing as well as it is the perfect serving size for a party starter. Further, this recipe is healthy too as the tikki inside is prepared using healthy ingredients.
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My husband is not a big fan of mushrooms, but he too loved this snack recipe. And your guests too will love cheesy mushrooms, especially your guests who are interested in healthy snacking. After all, we all know the health benefits of mushrooms!
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Absolutely flavourful, very flaky and crispy, veg pizza puffs are certainly a big hit amongst the kids and is certainly a winner with other guests too. Not to forget, kids are the toughest to please.
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It is a very quick and easy starter/snack recipe. Whatever may be your party menu, you can always add healthy veggie shots to it in no time at all. Healthy veggie shots allow a lot of customization. Even if you have not planned any starters, you can make these on the go!
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I was not sure whether I should include this recipe in this list or not. But then I remembered the feedback I got from my readers after they made idli pakoras for their parties, especially kitty parties. This has been a very popular recipe. A very healthy, unique and tasty snack recipe.
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Convert simple bread into a party starter in no time by making cheesy garlic bread for Starters Recipes. It is very light and won’t fill your guests’ tummy. Apart from that, it goes very well simple cold drinks or juices and needless to mention that it is a hit amongst the kids.
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I know, it is not a snack but it is indispensable for party starters. There have been times when at the end of the party my guests appreciated the chutney more than the snacks. And the best part is that you can convert simple roasted papads into a starter by serving them with the tandoori chutney.
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Another way of presenting everyone’s favorite samosas is pinwheel samosa. It omits the inconvenience of shaping each samosa one by one. In no time you have a complete batch of samosa.
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I know we are discussing party starters and not kids’ friendly recipes but come on, who doesn’t like pizza?! And your adult guests will be getting their kids along! Get the smallest pizza base and make nice and cute mini pizzas.
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