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23 vegan dinner party ideas
- Janine Ratcliffe
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Impress your plant-based pals with these dinner party ideas, from earthy beetroot hummus and crispy fried cabbage to showstopping veg-packed wellingtons
Looking for vegan dinner party ideas? Try our vegetarian starter recipes here or read on for the best plant-based entertaining tips, from vegan canapés to meat-free mains.
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Vegan dinner party snacks and starters
Beetroot vegan hummus
Make the most of beetroot in this earthy hummus recipe, ready in 10 minutes for a last-minute entertaining idea.
Purple sprouting broccoli tempura with ponzu dipping sauce
Try coating purple sprouting broccoli in tempura batter and serving with a ponzu dipping sauce for an easy yet impressive party snack.
Crispy fried cabbage
Fried crispy cabbage seasoned with sea salt and Chinese five-spice makes for a moreish vegan snack to serve at party. Our recipe serves two as a side but you can double if you want to serve more.
Grilled vegetable antipasti
Kick off an Italian-inspired dinner party with our grilled vegetables. Serve with fresh focaccia and olives for a mezze-style starter that everyone can tuck into.
Vegan summer rolls
These Vietnamese-style vegan rolls packed with carrot, courgette and cucumber make for a light start to a dinner. Try serving as canapés if you’re hosting a bigger party.
Warm hummus with pine nuts, raisins and olives
Jazz up hummus with pine nuts, juicy raisins and olives for a sharing-style starter. You can make the hummus ahead of time and top with the extras before serving.
Beer batter pakoras
Although these crispy beer batter pakoras require a little bit of work straight before serving, they're worth it and serve six people.
Cashew cream and ancho chilli elotes
Serve these vibrant grilled sweetcorns with punchy ancho chilli as part of a BBQ feast.
Smoked aubergine, pepper and walnut salad with pomegranate
Smoked aubergine combined with sweet red peppers and walnuts makes for an easy sharing starter that you can make ahead of time. Serve with flatbreads if you want it to be more filling.
Vegan dinner party mains
Sunblush tomato and olive vegan paella
Full of antipasti favourites like peppers and courgette, this plant-based paella is packed with punchy flavour and will impress all your dinner guests.
Vegan pizza
Throw a DIY pizza party for all your vegan friends with this delicious plant-based pizza recipe. Creamed sweetcorn makes a great saucy base for fried paprika mushrooms.
Jackfruit tacos
Smoked paprika jackfruit tacos, served with homemade tomato salsa and plenty of chilli sauce... it's the perfect party food for your vegan friends!
Vegan chilli non carne
A sweet 'n' smoky chilli non carne (see what we did there?) with Quorn, two types of beans and plenty of spices for an added kick.
Vegan wellington
Looking for a showstopping vegan main? Our vegan wellington is packed with roasted red peppers, beetroot and kale, plus it comes with a vegan stuffing and Marmite-glazed the pastry.
Chickpea stew with dates, turmeric, cinnamon and almonds
This comforting chickpea stew is made in a slow cooker so can easily be prepped ahead before a dinner party. The heady spices give it a rich, warming flavour, ideal for winter.
Whole roast cauliflower with warm harissa hummus
Feed a hungry crowd with this impressive whole roast cauliflower with warm harissa hummus. Either serve it as a side dish or as the centrepiece.
Chestnut, squash and sweet potato loaf
This smart chestnut, squash and sweet potato loaf looks impressive but is easy to make. It can be made the day before a dinner party, too.
Roasted cabbage steaks with hazelnut dressing
These roasted cabbage steaks are sweet, zingy and bursting with crunchy textures. Serve with a few veggie salads for a hearty dinner.
Aubergine stuffed with pisto
These easy-to-make stuffed aubergines are packed with tomatoes and fragrant spices, then topped with a crunchy sourdough mixture for a moreish main.
Vegan desserts
Vegan brownies
Bake a batch of our decadent vegan chocolate brownies for an indulgent sweet treat to end the meal. Our unique recipe is super chocolaty so vegan and non-vegan friends and family will all love it!
Vegan chocolate mousse
Using avocado instead of cream or egg white is a great way to make a vegan version of classic chocolate mousse. It’s rich, so serve in small glass pots or shot glasses, and top with cocoa nibs for an extra chocolate hit without the added sugar.
Vegan Eton mess
Who'd have thought aquafaba (the liquid found in a tin of chickpeas) could make such glossy, chewy meringue? Pair it with coconut yogurt and lots of berries for a great vegan mess.
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Vegan chocolate cheesecake
Make a smooth and creamy vegan cheesecake using a simple, shop-bought ingredient – silken tofu. Choose a good quality dark chocolate for the filling and use Oreos (yes, they're vegan!) for the base.
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Janine RatcliffeFood director
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