# Versatile Vegan Skewers This Refreshing Wedding Appetizer Contains Mango, Cucumber, Avocado & Mint By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-05-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-appetizer References: [blog.freepeople](http://blog.freepeople.com/2015/05/plan-perfect-wedding-menu-mango-avocado-cucumber-mint-bites/) If you are trying to plan the menu for your nuptials, this vegetarian option makes a refreshing wedding appetizer. Made by Beth of Tasty Yummies and featured on the Free People blog, the Mango Avocado Cucumber Mint Bites is light and nourishing for a summer event. It's also very simple to make and is versatile enough to fit with a casual countryside or beach theme as well as a more formal, upscale affair. The wedding appetizer skewers are a little messy, but the [sweetness of the mango](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-riot-spicy-mango) tastes great with [crunchy cucumber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vadasz-smacked-cucumbers) and creamy avocado. Adding red pepper flakes adds a subtle heat which is also complimented by the cool mint. You will also need delicious ingredients like lime juice and zest, plus olive oil and sea salt. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Weddings:** The rise of plant-based diets is creating opportunities for catering companies and event planners to offer a variety of vegan options for weddings. - **Food Presentation:** There is a growing demand for visually appealing and Instagram-worthy wedding appetizers, sparking innovation in food presentation techniques and designs. - **Versatile Vegan Recipes:** The popularity of veganism and dietary restrictions is driving the creation of versatile recipes that can accommodate a range of themes and preferences at weddings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Catering Services:** Catering companies have an opportunity to offer customizable menus that cater to plant-based diets and provide visually stunning food presentations. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can capitalize on the trend by incorporating a variety of plant-based and visually appealing appetizers into their wedding packages. - **Food Styling and Photography:** The demand for visually appealing wedding appetizers creates opportunities for food stylists and photographers to showcase their skills and capture captivating images. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exquisite Canapé Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pusateris-fine-foods.md) - [Tempura-Fried Veggie Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetable-birds-nests.md) - [Tempura-Inspired Fried Avocado Wedges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-wedges.md) - [Appetizer-Themed Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appetizer-recipes.md) - [Celebratory Avocado Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-daiquiri.md) - [Foodservice Appetizer Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revel-eats.md) - [Plant-Based Tailgating Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-game-day-vegan-tailgate.md) - [Delicious Cocktail Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-bites.md) - [Festive Avocado Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-cocktails.md)