7 vegan party food ideas
As a mum, I understand the stress of having to plan what food would be safe for kids (and even adults!) to eat at their birthday parties. I hear quite often of kids having specific food allergies, and childcare and schools becoming “nut-free”. With so many food allergies to consider, it can sometimes be so much easier to cater vegan party food options at parties and events (these days, lots of catering businesses provide vegan options).
Here are 7 vegan party food ideas which are hands-on, but also taste amazing!
Rainbow vegetable platter
Display a range of colourful vegetables, including carrot sticks, cucumber sticks, cherry tomatoes and peas. Have plenty of different sauces throughout the platter, including creamy hummus and dairy-free mayonnaise (or aioli).
Fruit kebabs (or cups)
Like vegetables, you can have an assortment of chopped up fresh fruits, such as strawberries, grapes, pineapple, and even melon balls, and guests can put it into kebab sticks or cups to serve themselves. You can even have vegan dips, such as dairy-free chocolate and coconut yogurt.
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Mini vegan pizzas
Set up a DIY pizza station where guests can customise their own mini vegan pizzas. Have toppings on the side, such as sliced mushrooms, olives, pineapple chunks, and dairy-free shredded cheese. You can use pre-made pizza crusts or tortillas as a base for guests to be creative.
Vegan cupcakes and cakes
This is becoming more popular so that nobody feels left out! Although it can taste more dense than standard cakes and cupcakes, the flavour is just as yummy. I definitely recommend reaching out to dessert makers, who can create vegan cupcakes and cakes - this would not only save a lot of time for you, but the dessert makers definitely are the experts for food ingredient alternatives to still make desserts tasty)
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Popcorn bar
This can be created with a variety of flavoured popcorns, such as classic butter (made with vegan butter), caramel, or savoury herbs. Add toppings like nutritional yeast, sea salt, cinnamon sugar, or dairy-free chocolate drizzle for an extra special treat.
Vegetable sushi rolls
Serve these sushi rolls made with nori sheets, sushi rice, and a variety of fresh vegetables like cucumber, avocado, and carrot sticks. You can also include tofu or tempeh for added protein.
Smoothie station
Have a DIY smoothie station set up, so that there are different options of ingredients on the side for guests to pick and choose before blitzing up their very own smoothie. Vegan ingredients can include fruits, leafy greens, dairy-free milk, chia seeds and nut butter.
Feel reassured that having vegan options as part of a party or event is a safe idea. This is to make sure that all guests are well looked after with food and nobody leaves feeling hungry. If putting together an event or party is all too overwhelming with you not having enough time in your hands to plan, I can bring all elements together to make the day memorable, fun and relaxing for you!