Planning a menu of dishes that all your friends and family will be able to enjoy is definitely not the easiest of tasks, but if you're looking to get a little inventive and eliminate meat as an option, then these vegetarian dinner party dishes will definitely offer up some healthy alternatives.
When people think of vegetarian or vegan food, they often picture dishes filled with leafy greens that lacks taste and protein. These vegetarian dinner party dishes however, are showcasing that eliminating meat from the menu doesn't have to mean sacrificing quality or taste, and that these health-conscious meals can actually serve to be quire filling and satisfying to the palette.
From guiltless vegan-friendly burgers to green garden delights, these vegetarian dinner party dishes will definitely have your guests forgetting about any other meat products.
22 Vegetarian Dinner Party Dishes
From Caramelized Tofu Recipes to Healthy Pizza Adaptations:
Tana Makmanee — Jul 31, 2013 — Lifestyle
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Succulent Seasonal Veggie Cakes
Load Up On Produce with the Proud Italian Cook Torte
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Disguised Stacked Lunches
The Layered Sandwich Cake is Savory Despite its Sweet Profile
20
Tantalizing Melon Medleys
This Watermelon Salad Recipe Incorporates an Unusual Fruit Base
19
Healthy Pizza Adaptations
Caitlin Levin Gives This Dish a Cheese-Free Makeover
18
Gelatinous Veggie Desserts
The 'Indochine Kitchen' Corn & Coconut Agar Treat is Unusual
17
Revamped Japanese Dishes
Quinoa Sushi Rolls are a Healthy Option Packed With Nutrients
16
DIY Legume Bites
Brit & Co. Veggie French Fries Safely Satisfy Junk Food Cravings
15
Crispy Mexican Pastries
This 'Averie Cooks' Salsa-Stuffed Creation is Mouthwatering
14
Creamy Veggie-Infused Condiments
The Shutterbean Tomato Butter Recipe is Delectable
13
Guilt-Free Coconut Crisps
Dang Chips are a Cholesterol and Gluten Free
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Caramelized Tofu Recipes
These Vegetarian Options Are Delicious Fine Dining Dishes
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Healthy Potato Chip Alternatives
Kale Chips are a Fantastic Low Fat Alternative to Standard Crisps
10
Fruit-Filled Veggie Sandwiches
The 'Edible Perspective' Avocado, Strawberry and Goat Cheese Snack
9
Vegan Apple Cranberry Cheesecake
Try This Raw Food Dessert as an Alternative to Baked Goods
8
Fruit-Infused Pasta Recipes
The Avocado Spaghetti Recipe Gives Carb Lovers a New Palette
7
Deep Fried Tortilla Breakfasts
The 'Mele Cotte' Egg and Avocado Tostada is the Best Morning Meal
6
Green Garden Delights
This 'Shaved Asparagus Pizza' is a Scrumptious Veggie Delight
5
Asian-Infused Tacos
The Edamame Egg Salad Offers a Twist to the Classic Sandwich
4
Guiltless Vegan-Friendly Burgers
This Meatless Burger is Seasoned to Perfection and Far From Bland
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Italian Salad-Inspired Spreads
This Caprese Dip by Food Gospel According to Ruth is a Cheesy Dip
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Decadent Animal-Free Desserts
The Simple Vegan Chocolate Cake is Rich in Flavor
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Veggie-Crammed Parmesan Cones
This Sugar Laws Cheesy Delight Offers a Serving of Produce
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