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Category: Appetizers & Snacks

  • Vegan Dill Dip

    Vegan Dill Dip

    This is an incredibly simple, creamy vegan dill dip recipe with silken tofu, raw whole cashews, dried dill, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon juice and more. It goes well with chopped veggies, like cucumber slices, carrot sticks, celery sticks, radish, etc. It also pairs very nicely with chips. Using mostly vegan pantry staples, it’s easy…

  • Vegan Pumpkin Bread

    Vegan Pumpkin Bread

    This is an easy vegan pumpkin bread recipe with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, cardamom, and more. It also has less sugar than many traditional recipes, but is still flavorful and delicious. It takes one bowl and around an hour of baking time. It’s moist, loaded with spice, and perfect for fall, snacking and breakfast.…

  • Grilled Zucchini Spread

    Grilled Zucchini Spread

    Across Russia, Ukraine and more, zucchini ikra is a cold vegetable spread that is popularly enjoyed on bread. Inspired by the tasty squash-centric ikra, I bring you this vegan grilled zucchini spread recipe with carrots, onions, tomatoes, dill and more. This recipe uses many of the common ingredients found in traditional recipes, so not much…

  • Almond Apricot Muffins

    Almond Apricot Muffins

    This is an easy vegan almond apricot muffins recipe with cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, quick oats and more. I like that it uses dried fruit, because it transcends seasonality. You can enjoy them any time 💚 This recipe makes ~12 muffins. A few things… Discover other UVK recipes, like Vegan California Benedict with Portobello Mushroom, Lemon…

  • Vegan Cheese Ball with Pecans and Cranberries

    Vegan Cheese Ball with Pecans and Cranberries

    Inspired by Miyoko’s Creamery Roadhouse Cheddar Spread, I put together this vegan cheese ball recipe with cashews, coconut oil, nutritional yeast, miso, and covered it in chopped pecans and dried cranberries. Some of the ingredients are similar to the store bought variety, but I’ve also taken some liberties to infuse flavor and dress it up…

  • Grilled Red Pepper Spread

    Grilled Red Pepper Spread

    I’m lucky enough to live very close to a grocery store stocked with delights from Ukraine, Poland, Romania, the Balkans, and more. One of my favorite things is trying all the spreads! Over the last couple months, I’ve tried so many delicious savory vegetable spreads, but one that really stands out is Bulgarian lyutenitsa (or…

  • Vegan Granola Bars

    Vegan Granola Bars

    If you love vanilla chai, this homemade no bake vegan granola bars recipe with maple syrup, almond butter, crispy rice cereal, quick oats, cinnamon and more is for you! They don’t take a lot of effort, but they’re really good. They work well as a snack, as nourishment on a hike, toted along on a…

  • Lemon Puffs with Almond Ricotta

    Lemon Puffs with Almond Ricotta

    This is an easy vegan recipe for lemon puffs with homemade almond ricotta, garlic and store bought pastry. They’re refreshing, light and savory, and work well as an appetizer or snack. And while they look a bit fancy, that’s just the power of microgreens (they make everything look fancy). These babies are super simple to…

  • White Bean Hummus with Roasted Garlic and Crispy Sage

    White Bean Hummus with Roasted Garlic and Crispy Sage

    One of my friends has an allergy to peas and lentils. Due to this, he cannot eat chickpeas without consequences. For years, he had to forego hummus. As it became in vogue to make hummus out of everything, his world started opening up. And so with this in mind, I put together this easy white…

  • Vegan Black Bean Dip

    Vegan Black Bean Dip

    This is an easy homemade vegan black bean dip recipe with canned blacked beans, onions, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, liquid smoke, chili powder, cumin and more. It’s a two step process–sauté the onions, garlic and jalapeño and then, combine all the remaining black bean dip ingredients in a blender. That’s it. This recipe makes ~2…

  • Smoky Roasted Chickpeas

    Smoky Roasted Chickpeas

    This is an easy vegan smoky roasted chickpeas recipe with smoked paprika, garlic powder, soy sauce, hot sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke and olive oil. The process is easy–mix everything together, marinate, and then, roast the chickpeas in the air fryer or oven. Enjoy these smoky chickpeas as a snack, topping for salads, inside wraps,…

  • Cherry Bruschetta

    Cherry Bruschetta

    Originating in Italy in the 15th century, bruschetta is grilled bread rubbed with garlic, drizzled with olive oil, and often topped with tomatoes and fresh herbs. Inspired by summer stone fruit, I put together this easy vegan cherry bruschetta recipe with fresh basil, sun-dried tomatoes, balsamic reduction, olive oil and garlic. Savory and slightly sweet,…

  • Buffalo Flavored Nuts

    Buffalo Flavored Nuts

    This vegan buffalo flavored nuts recipe keeps you coming back for more. When I was putting it together, I had the Snyder’s of Hanover Hot Buffalo Wing Pretzel Pieces on my mind. Homemade buffalo almonds and cashews should taste like the king of all vegan snack food. And when they do, those spicy nuts are…

  • Smoky Maple BBQ Popcorn

    Smoky Maple BBQ Popcorn

    This is an easy vegan BBQ flavored popcorn recipe with maple syrup, smoked paprika, chipotle powder and more. It’s smoky, sweet, spicy, and savory. It’s texture is crunchy and light. As you snack, it doesn’t leave seasoning all over your fingers, as some recipes do. In the end, it’s flavor dares you not to finish…

  • Vegan Guacamole

    Vegan Guacamole

    When I first moved to California, I went through a guacamole phase. I’d make a big bowl of vegan guac, and we’d eat it for dinner with tortilla chips. Yep, that was dinner. And now, I’m going to share that vegan guacamole recipe with you! This avocado dip is super easy. You mash up the…

  • Watermelon Salsa

    Watermelon Salsa

    This watermelon salsa recipe is quick, easy, tasty and refreshing! I love how the watermelon’s sweetness balances with the spicy jalapeño, savory garlic and acidic lime juice. Enjoy it with tortilla chips, on tacos, and more! A few things… This recipe makes ~4 ½ cups of blender watermelon salsa. It’s perfect for summer, because all…

  • Vegan Tzatziki Sauce

    Vegan Tzatziki Sauce

    Is tzatziki vegan? Unfortunately, one of the main ingredients in the popular Greek sauce is yogurt. So no, it is not vegan. Fortunately, this Greek-inspired vegan tzatziki sauce recipe uses either vegan sour cream or vegan yogurt. It does a great job filling the void. It’s super easy to make. You chop some cucumber and…

  • Romesco Sauce

    Romesco Sauce

    Whether it’s hot, room temperature or cold, this romesco sauce recipe tastes awesome on roasted or grilled vegetables, toasted bread, or as a vegan dip. You can also enjoy it as a spread for sandwiches or on veggie burgers hot off the grill. It works for any time of year, and tastes delicious on just…

  • Air Fryer Za’atar Chickpeas

    Air Fryer Za’atar Chickpeas

    Even if you choose not to cook them, this vegan air fryer recipe for roasted za’atar chickpeas tastes delicious! But roast them, and you’re in for a savory, crispy treat. They work well as a snack, on salads, with pitas and more. Za’atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend. There’s a lot of variation in…

  • Vegan Queso Dip

    Vegan Queso Dip

    Inspired by the beloved Tex-Mex dip, this is one creamy vegan queso recipe with cashews, nutritional yeast, and Rotel! It is so good smothered on nachos, tacos, or with soft pretzels. You could even use it to make a plant based mac and cheese. Just mix in some elbow macaroni, and bake it or don’t…

  • Roasted Garlic

    Roasted Garlic

    This roasted garlic recipe is easy, healthy and tastes amazing smeared on toasted bread, spread on a sandwich, added to vegan gravy, put into soups, like Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup, added to bean salad, add it to dips, and more. If you love garlic and haven’t been roasting it, you’ve been missing out! As it…

  • Kalamata Olive Tapenade

    Kalamata Olive Tapenade

    This quick, easy vegan kalamata olive tapenade (or dip) recipe is packed with serious flavor from sautéed garlic, oregano, parsley, and capers. It tastes great spread on toasted bread, sliced baguette, pizza, sandwiches or really anything that goes on the grill. It also works well as a dip for fresh veggies or pita. Whether you…

  • Sicilian Eggplant Crostini

    Sicilian Eggplant Crostini

    Fancy appetizer, delicious snack, light lunch, hearty side. However you look at it, this vegan eggplant crostini recipe with crushed red pepper, green olives, and fresh tomato… it’s really something. A few bites, and it’s on to the next one. This vegan eggplant crostini tastes amazing straight out of the oven or after several hours…

  • Black Bean Avocado Salsa

    Black Bean Avocado Salsa

    This is an easy vegan black bean avocado salsa recipe with cherry tomatoes, canned black beans, lime juice, apple cider vinegar and more. It’s the perfect answer to the question, “What should I make for lunch?” A crowd-pleasing dip for chips. An awesome topping for a baked sweet potato. A delicious filling for a tortilla…