Vegetarian starter recipes
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Burrata bruschetta
Try a new twist on bruschetta, topped with burrata, broad beans, sugar snap peas, radish, mint and chilli. It makes a fab lunch or starter for a dinner party
Salt-baked beetroot with feta & pickled onions
The salt crust really intensifies the natural flavour of the beetroot as it steams in its own juices, seasoning it as it cooks
Air fryer sweetcorn fritters
Make some sweetcorn and spring onion fritters for lunch, a starter or a side. They're made with an air-fryer for easy, energy-efficient cooking
Broccoli & potato croquettes
These crunchy croquettes are both a stealthy way to get more vegetables into your kids as well as a great vegetarian party nibble
App onlyPea gnudi with asparagus & mint. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Try something different for dinner with these Italian-style veggie dumplings. They need a bit of time to prepare but the steps are very simple
Baked red onions with ricotta
Gather your friends for a relaxed evening – these baked red onions are special but simple to prepare, so you won’t be stuck in the kitchen
App onlyMushroom pâté toasts with eggs & thyme salt. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Prep the pâté in this dish a few days ahead, if you like. It's easy and quick to make and the addition of a few extra toppings make it a special lunch
Vegetable gyoza
Try our take on veggie gyoza. These dumplings can be cooked from frozen and easily adapted with your own fillings. You can also use shop-bought gyoza skins
Slow-cooker pumpkin soup
Put in a little effort the night before and you can have a velvety soup ready as a starter for a special dinner with guests. This recipe serves six generously
Veg peel fritters
Make veg peelings the star of the show with these easy fritters. They're perfect the day after a big family dinner, such as at Christmas time
App onlyPizza frittas with courgette, mint & ricotta. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Ever tried frying pizza dough? Give it a go – it creates a light, pillowy base with a crisp crust that's perfect for topping with fresh summer ingredients
Sweetcorn chowder
Combine different alliums to give a layered onion flavour to this vegetarian sweetcorn chowder. The sweetness of the corn pairs with onions beautifully
App onlySpiced spinach & potato pasty pies. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.
Make a batch of these curried veggie pies to stash in the freezer for an easy lunch with salad, or warming starter. Eat like a pasty with mango chutney
Parsnip rösti with harissa, feta & caramelised red onions
Choose starchy potatoes like Maris Piper or King Edward to ensure the parsnip rösti hold together. Enjoy with caramelised red onions, harissa and feta
Arancini balls
Adapt these arancini rice balls to your liking: add fresh herbs, sundried tomatoes or chopped ham. You can also make the balls from leftover cold risotto
Herbed broad bean & feta crostini with asparagus
Make the most of seasonal broad beans during the summer months and make this vibrant bean and feta crostini. Ideal as a starter, simply top with asparagus
Quinoa, goat’s cheese & peach salad
Make this tabbouleh-inspired quinoa, chard, goat's cheese and grilled peach salad as something different for lunch. It's full of textures and fresh flavours
Healthy tomato soup
Enjoy this vegetable-packed tomato soup for a lovely light family meal, with leftovers for the next day. Serve with bread or our cheese pinwheels
Shaved fennel & radish salad with pickled peaches
Celebrate fennel season in mid-summer with this delightful side salad. It's made with radishes, shavings of lancashire cheese, basil, mint and pickled peaches
Baked feta with sesame & honey
Combine the flavours of salty cheese and sweet honey to create a dish that’s so much more than the sum of its parts. Rich and decadent, serve with warm pitta
Cheese-stuffed garlic dough balls with a tomato sauce dip
Impress family and friends with the ultimate sharing starter: cheesy, moreish garlic dough balls. With a tomato-based dipping sauce, they make an ideal addition to any Italian-inspired menu
Grilled courgette & halloumi salad with caper & lemon dressing
Dress this courgette and halloumi salad while everything is still fairly warm, then the courgettes will soak up the flavours of the caper and lemon dressing
Buffalo cauliflower wings
Make 'buffalo cauliflower' for a veggie take on the spicy American classic. Served with a ranch dip, it makes an excellent Friday night sharing treat
Charred chicory cups & walnut brittle
Sweet and salty, hot and sharp, these canapés make a great light snack or casual starter. The brittle is delicious on its own, make twice as much and serve it on the side