8 Easy Vegetable Appetizers for the Holidays

Your calendar may be overbooked this holiday season, but you still want to find the time to wow friends and family with a delicious dish or two. Sound familiar? Luckily, we have you covered with vegetable appetizers that aren’t overly complicated and are perfect for the holidays. Whether you’re hosting friends or getting together with family, we’ve got options for you.

These recipes deliver fresh flavors and a festive feel, all while fitting seamlessly into your busy schedule. The key to cut down on preparation and cooking time to make space for the rest of your to-do list is Libby’s® Vegetables, grown by American farmers and packed right here in the USA. While every can of nutritious and high-quality vegetables is delicious on its own, Libby’s Vegetables are also a great canvas to add plenty of festive flavors to dishes people will be coming back for.

Below are eight easy dishes—from vibrant dips to elegant bites—that are quick to make from start to finish in under 40 minutes, perfect for any holiday occasion.

Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD | @KellyJonesRD

Green Bean Casserole Tart

Everyone loves a crispy puff pastry with savory toppings and this recipe offers just that, plus color and nutrients from USA-grown vegetables. Without extra effort on your part, you’ll top this crispy tart with julienne cut green beans, along with bold garlic and herb flavors – a simple dish to impress guests while helping them stay on track with their veggie intake goals.

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Carrot Za’atar Deviled Eggs

Protein and fiber are buzz words when it comes to nutrition and for good reason! While the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends inclusion of protein and produce on the plate, appetizer-style gatherings can often fall short of both. These deviled eggs provide necessary protein and are filled with a zesty punch of flavor from Libby’s Sliced Carrots and spices to help fill the potential holiday vegetable gap.

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Corn and Cheese Mini Tarts

For a refined bite-sized appetizer that will look like it was catered, you need to make these mini tarts. These tarts offer a fun crunch with a savory filling featuring bright flavor and additional texture from corn, peppers and scallions. Libby’s Whole Kernel Sweet Corn is made with just corn, water, and sea salt – helping to make this an indulgent but better-for-you bite.

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Pastry Wrapped Roasted Beets and Brie

Brie wrapped in puffed pastry has become an effortless holiday staple for many. You can enhance this fan favorite with texture, flavor and nutrition by adding in Libby’s Sliced Beets and rosemary. These beets are made simply with fresh-harvested beetroot, water, and sea salt, offering the quality and flavor you want in festive appetizers.

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Pea and Ricotta Crostini

For an elevated appetizer that requires no utensils, serve this flavor-packed crostini. A crispy sliced baguette gets a dose of protein with ricotta as well as Libby’s Sweet Peas. Bright mint and tarragon shine through the sweet and savory flavors. You may need to make a double batch!

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Air Fryer Corn Fritters

Save space in the oven and choose your own flavors with this air fryer option. Packed with Libby’s Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, you’ll have an easy way to serve up farm fresh goodness into a crispy bite. With a small dollop of the festive maple aioli on top, you’ll have another easy holiday vegetable appetizer.

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Tempura Green Beans

Offer up the texture and flavor of tempura green beans that everyone loves, without deep frying! Garlic and sriracha give an assist to Libby’s Cut Green Beans to bring even more taste to this delicious veggie dish. Divide into mini appetizer cups for small individual servings before sprinkling on toppings.

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Loaded Beet Hummus

Hummus is well-received as a stand-alone appetizer or a charcuterie board addition. While a classic rendition offers the benefits of chickpeas, blending in walnuts and Libby’s Sliced Beets takes the flavor and nutrition to another level. Surround this nutrient studded dish with entertainment crackers, mini bell peppers, snap peas and cucumbers for dipping.

With so many crowd-pleasing, easy holiday vegetable appetizers, it can be hard to choose. Pick what stands out most and bookmark others for your next holiday affair. Then roll up your sleeves to showcase the goodness of USA-grown vegetables, making your holiday spread both memorable and nutritious!

8 Easy Vegetable Appetizers for the Holidays

Green Bean Casserole Tart

Carrot Za’atar Deviled Eggs

Corn and Cheese Mini Tarts

Pastry Wrapped Roasted Beets and Brie

Pea and Ricotta Crostini

Air Fryer Corn Fritters

Tempura Green Beans

Loaded Beet Hummus

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