Vegetarian party recipes

Enjoy these veggie sausage slices for lunch or in a picnic. Wrapped in puff pastry, they're packed with roasted peppers and spices

A low-calorie Spanish omelette with potatoes, pesto and cheese to be served in wedges with fresh salad leaves

While these glazed ring doughnuts require a little extra effort to make, they're well worth it. Top with a simple icing sugar glaze to finish

A simple baked potato recipe to get kids in the kitchen - this is easy to follow and great for teaching

Get inspired by Middle Eastern flavours – these flatbreads are topped with roasted asparagus and salted almond dukkah. Save the leftover dukkah for other recipes

Make our easy vegan chocolate sponge cake for a special occasion using dairy substitutes. It's finished with luscious plant-based 'buttercream' and seasonal fruits

Inspire kids to start cooking with these easy cheesy black bean quesadillas. We've listed all the equipment they'll need, along with an easy-to-follow method

Hosting a kids' Christmas party? These Santa-themed cupcakes are perfect for sharing, and you can save time by using plain shop-bought cakes to decorate

A vegetarian sandwich with a difference, this light filling is simple and great for afternoon tea or lunch boxes

A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden

Make the most of al fresco dining with a vegetable platter with flatbreads and a lovely mustard and dill dip. It's a perfect sharing platter in summer

The mild flavour of swede is a great vehicle for vibrant spices, so this twist on Indian vegetable pakoras really works

This casual meat-free main is a cheap and cheerful way to fill up your friends. Serve these vegetarian quesadillas in slices, so they're easy to eat

Hit 3 of your 5-a-day with this chickpea dip and crudités - perfect for a quick lunch or snack

Make these jackfruit canapés with curry paste, mango, chilli and coriander for a lighter, meat-free alternative when you're throwing a party

Make onions the star of the show with this moreish vegetarian tart made with goat's cheese, caramelised onions and za'atar – enjoy with a green salad.

Put kale stalks to good use by finely chopping and mixing them into a pakora batter. Served with a herby chutney, this makes an excellent starter

Roast squash with the skin on then blitz it to create an entirely different texture dip – and less food waste. Serve with salted crisps for scooping

Make this veg-laden, mix-and-match sharing board as a starter. Prep it ahead, swap out anything you’re less keen on and add meats or smoked fish, if you like

A crispy Greek-style spinach and feta filo pie that you can adapt for your needs. This simple spanakopita recipe uses just five ingredients.

Capture the flavours of summer in this simple, hearty couscous salad. With fried halloumi, vine tomatoes and courgettes, it's perfect for an al fresco lunch

A crisp pastry case and a just-set creamy filling, quiche is a good solution to any meal dilemma from dinner parties, suppers, picnics and even afternoon tea

This is the best version of this classic guacamole dip. The ingredients are kept to a minimum, so it's as fresh-tasting as possible.

Delicious tartlets, perfect for a buffet or light appetiser, just choose your own mix of mushrooms to make it your own