Delicious Vegetarian Finger Foods for Large Gatherings
Parties, reunions, and other gatherings of large groups of people
will invariably require food for the masses. For logistical purposes, the best
choices tend to be finger foods - those which can be grabbed and consumed
without the need for utensils.
While meat is a popular central component of most finger foods,
there’s something to be said about the vegetarian options available. Many
meatless finger foods can be every bit as savory and delicious as those made
with beef, chicken, or pork.
Give so-called carnivores something to mull over. Whether you’re
feeding extended family, church members, partygoers, or those living in a residential treatment facility, these vegetarian finger foods are sure to be a big hit
with large groups. What’s more, they’ll likely help to open up more minds to
the idea of going meatless now and then.
Whether they’re formed into rolls, pockets, or bites, spinach and
cheese stuffed pastries are out of this world delicious. You simply can’t go
wrong when blending spinach and cheese.
As the name implies, this recipe substitutes chicken with
cauliflower chunks. Simply bread the chunks, bake or fry them, then douse them
in buffalo sauce. Skeptical guests will be surprised by how crunchy and
flavorful the wings turned out.
These are breaded rice balls stuffed with artichoke and fried in
olive oil. While many traditional varieties of arancini include beef or ham,
these are meat-free. You may want to also consider adding mozzarella cheese to
the stuffing for some additional savoriness.
This classic finger food is traditionally meatless, making it a
go-to option for feeding a large group of people. Thinly sliced French bread
topped with garlic, tomato, and parmesan then toasted to perfection is all this
recipe entails. These go fast, so consider doubling the amount you make
compared to other options on this list!
Originating from St. Louis, so-called toasted ravioli is typically fried after being breaded. While traditional ravioli
contains a mix of various meats including beef, veal, and pork, a meatless
alternative call for a mix of cheese instead. The cheese stuffing makes these
particularly time-sensitive in the deep fryer, so keep your eyes on them to
make sure the cheese doesn’t burst out of the dough. Serve with marinara
dipping sauce.
This option is easy enough to visualize while also being wildly
popular despite being vegetarian. Top a thin-crust dough with garlic sauce and
mozzarella cheese and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 10 to 20
minutes. Slice into strips and serve with a side of marinara sauce. That’s all
she wrote!
Last but not least, you can’t go wrong with serving your guests
some mozzarella sticks. Once again, a side of marinara sauce is essential!
You can’t have a get-together without finger foods. While many of
the most popular choices tend to include meat as a primary ingredient, the truth
is there are many vegetarian finger food options to choose from. Pick one, two,
or all of the above to serve your guests. Be prepared for raised eyebrows and
wisecracks, followed by “Mmmmm!” and clean plates.