What are some easy gluten- and dairy-free appetizers?

Great options include hummus with veggies, stuffed avocado halves, crispy chickpeas, deviled eggs, and guacamole with gluten-free chips.

What crackers are both gluten-free and dairy-free?

Rice crackers, almond flour crackers, and seed-based crackers like flaxseed or chia crisps are excellent choices.

How do I make dairy-free dips creamy?

Use blended cashews, avocado, or coconut yogurt as a creamy base instead of dairy-based ingredients.

How can I replace cheese in appetizers?

Use dairy-free cheese alternatives, nutritional yeast, or cashew-based cheese spreads for a similar taste and texture.

What are the best gluten-free and dairy-free bread options?

Try cassava flour wraps, almond flour flatbreads, or sweet potato toast as a substitute for bread-based appetizers.

Easy Gluten And Dairy Free Appetizers Everyone Will Love

Name: Gluten And Dairy Free Appetizers Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into thin fries; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; 2 slices of gluten-free bread (or sweet potato slices for a grain-free option); 1 ripe avocado, mashed; ½ cup (80g) canned chickpeas, drained and mashed; ½ teaspoon lemon juice; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 cup (150g) mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans); 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon chili powder; ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Ingredients

Scale

For Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries:

2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into thin fries
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

For Avocado Chickpea Toast:

2 slices of gluten-free bread (or sweet potato slices for a grain-free option)
1 ripe avocado, mashed
½ cup (80g) canned chickpeas, drained and mashed
½ teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For Spicy Roasted Nuts:

1 cup (150g) mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans)
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Spread fries in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
Serve warm with your favorite gluten- and dairy-free dip.

Avocado Chickpea Toast:

Toast the gluten-free bread or bake sweet potato slices at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
Mix avocado, chickpeas, lemon juice, salt, cumin, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
Spread the mixture over the toasted bread or sweet potato slices.
Top with extra red pepper flakes or fresh herbs for garnish.

Spicy Roasted Nuts:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Toss mixed nuts with olive oil, salt, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, stirring halfway.
Let cool before serving for maximum crunch.

Notes

Extra crisp fries: Soak sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before baking.
Nut-free option: Replace nuts with roasted chickpeas for a crunchy snack.
Storage: Keep roasted nuts in an airtight container for up to a week.
Make ahead: Prepare the avocado-chickpea mixture in advance and store in the fridge.

Author: Chef EL
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 25
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Method: Baking, Roasting
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Diet: Gluten Free