Appetizers & Snacks
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Grilled Strawberry PB&J Sandwich
I don’t know how many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches I have eaten in my life. Hundreds or thousands? They are so easy and effortless to make. Plus they are pretty filling and pack some good protein. PB&Js are normally thought of as kids food but they don’t have to be. I love a good peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Sometimes changing one simple ingredient and adding some love can make all the difference in a recipe. To make my PB&J sandwich a little more grown up I replaced the sugary processed jelly with grilled strawberries. Fresh fruit on a sandwich! Grilled fruit?! Yes, you can put fruit on a sandwich and…
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Pineapple Chutney
This is not a traditional Pineapple Chutney. It is more of a modern twist on it. We use this chutney a lot of different ways. It is a great fruit spread on toast as a quick and simple appetizer. Often we even bake it on to a pizza with some black olives and maybe some chopped sun dried tomatoes. It’s very versatile and easy to make. The chutney stands strong on its own but is a great relish condiment to add to different foods. As the pineapple reduces it takes on an almost meaty texture and flavor. I love the salty and sweet flavor combination. To make the Pineapple Chutney you…
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Baked Greek Feta
Baked Greek Feta is a super easy to make appetizer. It literally takes no time to prep. It’s always a crowd pleaser at our house so I love to share it with friends and family. The warm melted cheese is so good! I’m getting hungry just looking at this. I love warm gooey cheese. It spreads easily on toasted bread but my favorite way to eat it is to scoop up a little bit of everything on warmed pita bread. When you get the tomatoes, red onion, and feta all in one bite it is amazing. To make the Baked Greek Feta you need: One block of feta cheese…
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Fruit and Chocolate Board
Have you seen these amazing vegan charcuterie platers and appetizer trays and wondered how anyone could put them together? It can seem overwhelming but it’s something anyone can do. It’s just about filling the space and trying to balance foods. For this board I chose to limit myself to fruits, nuts, and chocolate for a sweet paring. By limiting myself to this theme I am already making my tray more cohesive. Start with the one thing you really want to shine and build the board around that. I wanted to use this vegan fig salami that I just bought online. It is from Hellenic Farms. It’s naturally sweet but the…
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Buffalo Seitan Wings in the Air Fryer
Eric bought me an air fryer for Christmas and we can’t stop playing with it. Do you have one? It’s just as cool as that Easy Bake Oven you played with as a kid. It seems to work like magic. I Know Its Not Magic but don’t spoil my fun. I have a new toy to play with. If you haven’t already noticed we make a lot of seitan at our house. One of the things we like to do with it is fry it. Not so healthy, right? The air fryer is a game changer. It’s way healthier, faster and with less mess to clean up afterward. With the…
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Vegan Friendly BLT Dip
Facon Bacon. Lettuce. Tomato. A classic combination of flavors melded with vegan sour cream ranch dip. This amazing veggie friendly BLT dip is surprisingly fast and easy to to make. It takes less than 15 minutes to make and is perfect for parties or as a game day snack. It’s so good! It’s like a salad on a dip. I mean come on look at all those amazing veggies! And did I mention the veggie bacon and vegan ranch? drool worthy right? Plus it is sure to be a hit at your next gathering because it is delicious and a healthier option than most party dips. This recipe was inspired…
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Vegan Pesto Flatbread with Radish Salad
I love pizza so much that sometimes I have to trick Eric into eating it by calling it flatbread. This vegan pesto flatbread was so good. Really happy with the way it turned out. Eating salad on your pizza, I mean flatbread, was is also a great idea. Who doesn’t love that? We had some left over pizza dough from some breadsticks we made the other day and didn’t want it to go to waste. I also really wanted to try out this vegan organic basil pesto sauce that I bought at Sprouts because it looks so creamy. To make this pesto flatbread you need: Pre-made pizza dough Pesto sauce…
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Vegan Whipped Pumpkin Pecan Dip
Last updated and expanded on May 20, 2026. What does fall taste like? To me, it tastes like cozy sweaters, crisp air, and warm pumpkin spice. If you are craving all the comforting flavors of autumn but want something light and effortless, this Vegan Whipped Pumpkin Pecan Dip is exactly what you need. It is fluffy, perfectly spiced, and takes just 10 minutes to whip up. This vegan pumpkin dip is perfect for a quick afternoon snack or a festive holiday party platter! Why You’ll Love This Vegan Pumpkin Dip The inspiration for this recipe came during a trip to Publix, where I spotted a tub of SoDelicious Dairy-Free Coco…
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Spicy Siracha Granola
I love making granola because its easy and its a portable snack. I will eat it for breakfast with fruit and yogurt but if I am short on time I will just take some with me and eat it plain. It is one of my go to foods to throw in my backpack to take with me on early morning hike. Today I decide I wanted to make some granola that was a little different so I came up with this spicy granola. Who doesn’t love Siracha? To make the Spicy Granola you need: 2 cups oats 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup peanut butter 1 tbsp or more to taste…
