AppetizersMediterranean Mezze Platter Recipe
Prep: 20 mins · Serves: 4
A vibrant spread of Mediterranean dips, vegetables and olives — perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hummus
- 1/2 cup baba ganoush
- 1 cup mixed olives
- 2 cups pita chips
- 2 cups raw vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, peppers)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Fresh herbs (parsley, mint)
- Lemon wedges
Steps
- Arrange hummus and baba ganoush on a large platter.
- Place olives, pita chips and vegetables around the dips.
- Drizzle everything with olive oil.
- Top with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
- Serve immediately at room temperature.
AppetizersBaked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Prep: 10 mins · Cook: 25 mins · Serves: 2
Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside — these baked fries are healthier than fried.
Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
Steps
- Cut sweet potatoes into fry-shaped strips.
- Toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake at 200°C for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Serve hot with your favourite dipping sauce.
AppetizersVegan Charcuterie Board Recipe
Prep: 15 mins · Serves: 6
An artistic arrangement of plant-based cheeses, cured veggies, nuts and spreads.
Ingredients
- 2 cups vegan cheese (various types)
- 1 cup nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)
- 1 cup dried fruit (apricots, cranberries, dates)
- 1 cup crackers
- 1 cup pickled vegetables
- 1/2 cup olives
- 1/4 cup nut butters
- Fresh fruit (grapes, berries)
- Herbs (fresh rosemary, thyme)
Steps
- Arrange vegan cheeses in the centre of a large wooden board.
- Group nuts, dried fruit and crackers in sections around the cheese.
- Add pickled vegetables, olives and fresh fruit.
- Place small bowls of nut butters on the board.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve at room temperature.
AppetizersRoasted Chickpeas Recipe
Prep: 5 mins · Cook: 20 mins · Serves: 2
Crispy, crunchy, addictive roasted chickpeas — the perfect healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas (drained, dried)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt
- Lime juice
Steps
- Pat chickpeas very dry with a paper towel.
- Toss with olive oil and all spices.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast at 190°C for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt.
AppetizersSteamed Edamame Recipe
Prep: 2 mins · Cook: 5 mins · Serves: 2
Perfectly cooked edamame pods tossed with sea salt and sesame — a protein-packed snack.
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen edamame (400g)
- 2 tbsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Lime wedges
- Chilli flakes (optional)
Steps
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add frozen edamame and cook for 5 minutes.
- Drain well in a colander.
- Toss with sesame oil, sea salt and toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve hot with lime wedges and chilli flakes if desired.