20+ Vegan Appetizers to Start Any Dinner Party Off Right

A fresh batch of crisp breadsticks is easy to make and completely addictive.

You'd be hard-pressed to find anyone (vegan or otherwise) who doesn't love classic pico de gallo.

If you like the tangy taste of Salt & Vinegar Lay's, these salty kale chips will rock your world.

Watermelon, cucumber, and mango combine for a salsa that tastes like it just returned from a tropical vacation.

Don't even think about skipping the tomato garnish atop this sun-dried tomato hummus — it adds both visual and textural interest.

This dish sounds like a pregnancy craving, but the combination of pineapple, pickles, and pickled jalapeños is shockingly wonderful.

Many stuffed mushroom recipes call for sausage, cream, or cheese (or all three), but not these bold bites. The flavorful filling is a mixture of greens, walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, and pine nuts.

After tasting this Japanese-influenced terrine, your guests will definitely ask for the recipe.

If you're looking for a refreshing way to start a party, these salsa-topped cucumber bites are the perfect choice.

Forget bar nuts — these cumin-dusted chickpeas are an unexpectedly delightful snack to nosh on with a frosty bottle in hand.

Lush baba ghanoush will be an instant hit at any party.

We'll bet your friends haven't tried coca (essentially a Spanish pizza), but they're sure to love the creative dish.

Once you taste this tomatillo salsa recipe, you'll never buy the jarred stuff again.

Upgrade guacamole with tropical fruits — coconut and pineapple — for an inspired take on this perennial favorite.

This hearty, hummus-topped toast serves equally as well as a party nibble as it does as a snack for one.

Warm pita and creamy hummus make the perfect dish for communal snacking.

Garam-masala-spiced popcorn is a unique twist on a nostalgic favorite that will have everybody coming back for more.

Have just a few minutes? Look no further than this simple olive appetizer.

Bean dips don't begin and end with hummus. For something a bit different, try this citrus- and herb-flecked white bean take.

You don't need a meat filling to create a perfect taco, and these watermelon- and radish-filled wraps are proof.

Old Bay seasoning isn't just for seafood anymore. Try the tasty concoction in hummus for a new way to enjoy an old favorite.

Eggplant spread — or melitzanosalata — is a Greek favorite that's sure to please even the pickiest palates.