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Easy vegan snacks in under 30 mins

Hosting for a plant-based friend? Here are a few snacks to whip up that everyone can enjoy.

Raw choc hemp seed brownies

Raw choc hemp seed brownies Source: Bondi Harvest

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The beauty of plant-based food is that it can be enjoyed by almost everyone. Here are a few quick snacks to whip up that everyone can enjoy at the next gathering.

Savour it

Crispy gluten-free cauliflower nuggets with easy barbecue sauce
Twice as nice with a homemade tahini-based barbecue sauce. Source: Loving Gluten Free
Cauliflower is such a clever vegetable. Aside from tasting just great on its own, it also masquerades as a , , , and these nuggets. They are just as moreish as the chicken variety.
Beer braised tofu tacos
The filling cooks in its own sauce, with minimal ingredients but maximum flavor. Source: Abrams
There's something intrinsically right about in front of the telly. They're the kind of thing you can eat with your fingers, no need for your eyes to even leave the screen. That said, it might be wise to stuff a tea towel into your shirt collar, these tacos are extra-juicy. Don't worry, no one is going to see...
Falafel
Making your own falafel feels next-level, but is actually really simple. Source: One World Kitchen
Picture yourself in front of the box, popping into your mouth one by delicious one. You could add a dipping sauce if you like. Falafel goes well with humus or a .
Sage fried tofu
Serve your tofu with some basalmic-glazed roasted carrots. Gourmet tele snacks are go! Source: Desiree Nielsen
Theoretically, you could just fry up some potatoes and eat standard chips, but where's the fun in that? Instead, crisp up some sage in a little oil, drop some in and fry until golden, then serve them together with a liberal sprinkle of sea salt. Bliss!
Veggie rolls with miso dipping sauce
Vary the fillings and roll away. Source: Desiree Nielsen
A tangy miso-based dipping sauce makes this vegan  extra special. They're also extra easy to roll up, making you wonder why you've never bothered to make your own before. Fill them with sweet potato, avocado, cucumber and carrots.
Tricolore pizza
My, that's a good looking pizza. Source: Abrams
has flavour on top of flavour. Pesto, red sauce and a cashew-based  sauce on top. Plus, cherry tomatoes that roast right into it and fresh basil leaves to complete your entire world.
Vegetable gyoza
These delicious little parcels make the perfect speedy snack. Source: Chris Chen
make the best TV snacks. They're bite-size (just like this list!), quick to prep and endlessly satisfying to munch, one after the other. Line up a few different condiments for dipping.
Chana and spinach masala
This is the kind of versatile vegan dish you'll find yourself making regularly. Source: Parveen's Indian Kitchen
It will take you 10 minutes to prep and just over half-an-hour to cook (we may have exaggerated the "30-minute" thing slightly). Don't worry, the extra few minutes are worth your time. Scooped up with some fluffy naan bread, this spicy masala makes an awesome dip.

Sweeten it

Seed brittle by Ronnit Hoppe
This brittle tastes great sprinkled over ice cream, or as a snack on its own. Source: Loving Gluten Free
Munch into a stack of Ronnit Hoppe's and hope will be the word. You won't believe it's good for you. It's packed with pepitas, sunflower seeds, coconut, hemp seeds, chia seeds... and cacao nibs. Just go easy, of course...
Choc-avocado mousse
While it may look like dessert and taste like dessert, it's actually a bowl of vitamins. Source: Chris Middleton
This is health food masquerading as dessert. It will take you less than 15 minutes to get ready and much less time to devour it. There's another mousse option .
Almond milk, saffron and cardamom kheer
Be patient when reducing the milk as the simmering process creates a rich and intense flavour. Source: Asia Unplated with Diana Chan
Kheer is a milk pudding that's eaten across India. is made from basmati rice, almond milk, sugar and cardamon. It's quick to make, but it does require a little extra cooking time, pushing us over the 30-minute mark. One scoop of this beauty and we are certain you'll forgive us.
Raw choc hemp seed brownies
Hemp seeds are rich in protein, omega oils and dietary fibre, and high in magnesium, phosphorus, iron and manganese. Source: Bondi Harvest
Luxe, decadent brownies truly are for every chocolate lover, as showcases. The recipe utilises to bring a creamy texture that would never dare be dry.
Chia pudding
Chia pudding is best served chilled, so make this one the night before. Source: Desiree Nielsen
This panna cotta-like pops with chia seeds, coconut milk, vanilla and honey. It's silky smooth and utterly delightful to slowly spoon while your eyes never leave the box.
Gluten-free salted caramel tart
A macadamia and date crumb gives a nutty crust base for the rich caramel and chocolate layers. Source: Loving Gluten Free
A crust made with cashews and macadamias is all you need to know about this wholesome . Except you'll most likely be equally interested in the layer of date and almond butter-based caramel. And possibly the rich cacao chocolate layer as well... we think we've found our winner.



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Published 12 May 2020 11:48am
Updated 24 October 2023 12:00pm
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