Vegetarian party recipes

A speedy guacamole-style purée that's ready in minutes and perfect for snacking or lunchboxes

Enjoy these veggie sausage slices for lunch or in a picnic. Wrapped in puff pastry, they're packed with roasted peppers and spices

A low-calorie Spanish omelette with potatoes, pesto and cheese to be served in wedges with fresh salad leaves

While these glazed ring doughnuts require a little extra effort to make, they're well worth it. Top with a simple icing sugar glaze to finish

A simple baked potato recipe to get kids in the kitchen - this is easy to follow and great for teaching

Get inspired by Middle Eastern flavours – these flatbreads are topped with roasted asparagus and salted almond dukkah. Save the leftover dukkah for other recipes

Make our easy vegan chocolate sponge cake for a special occasion using dairy substitutes. It's finished with luscious plant-based 'buttercream' and seasonal fruits

Inspire kids to start cooking with these easy cheesy black bean quesadillas. We've listed all the equipment they'll need, along with an easy-to-follow method

Hosting a kids' Christmas party? These Santa-themed cupcakes are perfect for sharing, and you can save time by using plain shop-bought cakes to decorate

Rustle up these loaded nachos for the ultimate family-friendly snack. They're cheesy, crunchy and easy enough to knock up quickly for a movie night

A vegetarian sandwich with a difference, this light filling is simple and great for afternoon tea or lunch boxes

A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden

Make the most of al fresco dining with a vegetable platter with flatbreads and a lovely mustard and dill dip. It's a perfect sharing platter in summer

The mild flavour of swede is a great vehicle for vibrant spices, so this twist on Indian vegetable pakoras really works

This casual meat-free main is a cheap and cheerful way to fill up your friends. Serve these vegetarian quesadillas in slices, so they're easy to eat

Hit 3 of your 5-a-day with this chickpea dip and crudités - perfect for a quick lunch or snack

Make these jackfruit canapés with curry paste, mango, chilli and coriander for a lighter, meat-free alternative when you're throwing a party

Make onions the star of the show with this moreish vegetarian tart made with goat's cheese, caramelised onions and za'atar – enjoy with a green salad.

Put kale stalks to good use by finely chopping and mixing them into a pakora batter. Served with a herby chutney, this makes an excellent starter

Roast squash with the skin on then blitz it to create an entirely different texture dip – and less food waste. Serve with salted crisps for scooping

Make this veg-laden, mix-and-match sharing board as a starter. Prep it ahead, swap out anything you’re less keen on and add meats or smoked fish, if you like