Spring is here and nothing says spring like fresh produce. Expand your menu by adding veggie appetizers! They are a healthy, delicious choice to gain fiber, minerals, and vitamins. Additionally, starting with a veggie appetizer can not only improve your customers’ digestion but also cleanse their pallet before their meal.
Different Vegetables Used In Appetizers
There are lots of unique vegetables you can use to elevate your veggie appetizers. Some crowd pleasers are:
- Artichoke
- Asparagus
- Arugula
- Avocado
- Squash
- Peppers
- Leeks
- Mushrooms
The Best Veggie Appetizers
Here is a collection of delicious and sophisticated veggie appetizers:
- Provencal Vegetable Tart: A savory tart with all the fixing typically found in ratatouille.
- Squash Blossoms with Pimento Ricotta: This veggie appetizer is a unique spin on a Tuscan classic.
- Leek and Mushroom Croquettes:The crispy creamy croquettes balance delicious cheese with herbs and shiitake mushrooms.
- Parmesan Tuiles with Heirloom Tomato Salad: Freshly chopped heirloom tomatoes are blended with aromatic herbs to top crisp parmesan tuiles for an easy hors d’oeuvre.
- Avocado Fries with Sriracha Aioli: Lightly breaded avocado slices are baked to perfection and served with a spicy aioli.
Check out Cotati’s product catalog to find fresh ingredients for these veggie packed dishes!
