what is an easy vegatarian starter for christmas dinner?

Answer 1

Go on Cooking Light.com- they have TONS of appetizers that would be delicious. A veggie tray is also a great start and if there's plenty of time to munch before the meal, maybe some roasted garlic and red pepper hummus? You can roast the garlic and red pepper yourself and mix with Tribe Hummus. Serve with pita. Alternatively, you can make a bean spread with cannelli beans (puree), garlic, a tad of olive oil and fresh chopped parsely and chives. taste while you make to decide on the best flavor. Season with salt and pepper.

If you or your guests are not vegan, they how about baked bree (its a soft mild cheese). You can spread it over apples or a baggette. Caprice salad is yummy, but not really that seasonal. Maybe a spinach salad with grilled (in the pan) red onions, cukes and pommegranite seeds- they look like little rubies! Toss with a maple vinegrette (see cooking light).

Answer 2

I know what they had for dinner. Surprisingly good.
Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and gravy, and biscuits.
Several different kinds of vegetables. Those green bean casseroles with mushroom soup and pea's and carrots.
My favorite was the chocolate cake. Do you know they even have ice cream made with soy milk?
I thought it was going to be bad I envisioned tofu or goat cheese. that artificial meat taste like the real thing in a meat loaf. For a starter they had this fruit platter, with fresh pineapple and cherrys and apple slices with a artificial sour cream dip. Was good.
She was telling me vegetarians are not all macroni and cheese anymore.

Answer 3

Here is a great Christmas pudding recipe:- RECIPE DETAILS Prep time:20min Cook time:1hr 50min Difficulty:Medium Cuisine:British Ingredients 250g fresh breadcrumbs 50g ground almonds 1g salt 8g ground mixed spice 100g dark brown soft sugar 100g chopped dried figs 225g flaked almonds 100g pine kernels 100g chopped dates 100g currants 100g sultanas 225g raisins 100g chopped peel 100g finely grated carrot 50g finely grated cooking apple 100g soft unsalted butter Finely grated zest and juice 1 large lemon 100g runny honey 3 medium eggs beaten 58g scrumpy or dry cider Preparation 1. Place the breadcrumbs, almonds, salt, spice, sugar, figs, pinenuts, dates, currants, raisins, sultanas, candied peel, apple and carrot, in a large bowl and mix together 2. Add the cider and lemon juice and mix well. 3. Cream the butter with the lemon rind and honey and mix well. 4. Add the eggs and mix well, then add the soaking ingredients and really mix well. 5. Place into a 1kg cooking bowl, cover and steam for 3 1/2 hours. 6. When cooked, cool and cover well. and for a starter how about Goats cheese salad, which is goats cheese placed on a bed of lettuce and tomatoes and served with a tomato or red onion relish... enjoy and Happy Christmas

Answer 4

Avocado, Mozzarella & Tomato Salad:
http://www.gourmet-food-revolution.com/avocado-recipe.html

Answer 5

Cheesy Spring Rolls with Veggie Stuffing (julienne chinese black mushrooms, turnip, carrot, water chestnut, parmesan grating, dash of worchestershire sauce, soy sauce when cooking) and a sweet & sour OR plum sauce to dip.

Answer 6

What about deep fried camembert (not sure of spelling!) with cranberry sauce on the side (v. festive)...

or if they eat fish, try a large slice of soda bread, wilted spinach gathered on top, then smoked salmon and a poached egg on top. Serve with mayonaise.... (I love this as a weekend special breakfast)...!

Answer 7

nice and simple here matey,

why not try stuffed peppers with cracked pepper and a goats cheese filling along with some festive vegetables and a nice side salad.

Answer 8

Put out a tray of raw veggies, such as cut cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms, cucumber strips, carrot strips, celery strips, and radishes as well as artichoke hearts and whatever else sounds good to you. Serve it with a dip of your choice.

Answer 9

3 bean salad! or maybe pie crust with cooked squash in it!!with light sauce over it like pumpkin flavored!

Answer 10

caprese salad tomatoes mozzerela, olive oil and some basmatic vinegar