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    Home » Snacks » Homemade Indian Snacks » Vegetarian Canapes

    Veg Canapes Recipe | Video

    Published: Dec 7, 2021 · Modified: Oct 11, 2022 by Pavani · 17 Comments

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    Looking for an easy Indian appetizer recipe? Then try these vegetarian canapes. Ritz crackers are topped with a spicy vegetable topping and grated cheese.

    These bite size appetizers are easy to make and perfect to make ahead of time. Serve these as starter or appetizer for the holidays or bring them to a potluck.

    Hand holding a white plate with veg canapes

    Table of contents

    • About the Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • You might also like
    • Recipe card

    About the Recipe

    Most of the American appetizers are either creamy or cheesy. There are cheese platters and also dips like this creamy caramelized onion dip . So, when I think of appetizers, the only ones that come to mind are the American cheesy dips with chips or veggies. While most of the Indian appetizers on the other hand are deep fried like spring rolls, pakora, samosa etc.

    So when my cousin served this Indian style veg canapes for appetizer on one of our India trips, I absolutely loved the idea. Ritz crackers (my cousin used Monaco biscuits) topped with a spicy veggie topping and grated cheese. Sounds simple but it is quite delicious and addictive.

    White plate with vegetable dip topped crackers

    The spicy vegetable mixture is great to serve as topping on canapes or served as a spicy dip for chips.

    The best part of this veg canapes recipe is that the vegetable topping can be made ahead of time. Which makes it a perfect dish to serve for parties or bring to potlucks.

    The mixed veggie dip is literally packed with veggies and is easy to make. You can change up the veggies and use the ones that you like and have on hand.

    I usually end up eating quite a few of these vegetarian canapes while assembling in the name of taste testing. Do try this easy veggie canapes recipe, I am sure you will love it.

    White plate with Indian vegetarian appetizer

    Ingredients

    For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here are the ingredients you need to make these tasty vegetarian canapes. For the vegetable dip you need:

    • Mixed Vegetables - I usually use whatever veggies I have on hand. Carrot, green beans, bell peppers, green peas are my go-to. But you can also use cabbage, cauliflower, corn etc. Just make sure to finely chop the veggies.
    • Onion & green chilies
    • Tomato
    • Kitchen king masala - adds a really nice flavor to the vegetable dip. Kitchen king masala, is a blend of spices and most spice brands carry it. I usually buy MDH brand. It is spicy and adds a bit of heat too, so a little goes a long way. If you can’t get your hands on this, good old Garam Masala will do the trick.
    • Red chili powder and salt
    • Ketchup - sub it with tomato paste
    Ingredients needed - details in the recipe card

    Other ingredients you need to make these canapes are:

    • Ritz crackers or pita chips or any of your favorite salted crackers
    • Cheese - grated mozzarella, cheddar or any of your favorite cheese. Skip the cheese if you want to keep this appetizer vegan.

    Instructions

    Here is how to make this easy and delicious Indian style vegetarian canapes:

    Steam or microwave the veggies until tender.

    Cooking mixed veggies in the microwave

    Heat oil in a pan, add the onions, green chilies and cook until the onions are translucent, about 2~3 minutes. Add the tomato and cook till mushy, about 2~3 minutes. Next add the cooked veggies and cook for 4~5 minutes.

    Cooking veggies in a nonstick pan

    Stir in the red chili powder, kitchen king masala, ketchup and salt. Mix well and cook for 1~2 minutes for the flavors to mingle. Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Cool slightly.

    Adding tomato ketchup and spices to veggie mixture

    Top each cracker with 1~2 teaspoons of veggie topping and grated cheese. Serve right away and enjoy!!

    Person holding a white plate with Indian veg starter

    Expert Tips

    • Make sure to chop the veggies really fine. You do not want big chunks of veggies when eating these canapes.
    • Also make sure that the veggies are chopped almost the same size for even cooking.
    • You can use tomato paste instead of ketchup.
    • Kitchen king masala adds a beautiful flavor to this spicy veggie dip. But feel free to sub with garam masala.
    • Feel free to use Ritz crackers or pita chips or any of your favorite salted crackers as the base.
    • Veggie mixture for the topping can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Microwave until hot before serving.
    • Assemble the veg canapes just before serving to ensure that the crackers remain crisp.
    • Instead of topping the crackers with the veggie mixture, you can serve it on the side for everyone to help themselves.
    • To make vegan canapes, omit the grated cheese or use vegan cheese instead.

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    White plate with vegetarian canape topped with cheese

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    Recipe card

    White plate with ritz crackers topped vegetable dip

    Indian style Veggie Canapes

    These delicious Indian style vegetarian canapes are perfect to serve as holiday appetizer. Ritz crackers topped with spicy vegetable dip.
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 8 Servings

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Mixed vegetables, very finely chopped
    • 2 teaspoons Oil or Unsalted butter
    • 1 Small Onion, finely chopped
    • 2 Green Chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 Small Tomato, finely chopped
    • ¼ teaspoon Red Chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon Kitchen King Masala (add a little more, if you like it spicy)
    • 1 tablespoon Tomato Ketchup
    • To taste salt
    • As needed Cilantro, chopped
    • As needed Mozzarella or other cheese, grated
    • 24 Ritz crackers or Pita Chips
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    Instructions

    Make the Veggie Topping:

    • Boil, steam or microwave the veggies until tender.
    • Heat oil in a pan, add the onions, green chilies and cook until the onions are translucent, about 2~3 minutes. Add the tomato and cook till mushy, about 2~3 minutes. Next add the cooked veggies and cook for 4~5 minutes.
    • Stir in the red chili powder, kitchen king masala, ketchup and salt. Mix well and cook for 1~2 minutes for the flavors to mingle. Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Cool slightly.

    To make Veg Canape:

    • Top each cracker with 1~2 teaspoons of veggie topping and grated cheese. Serve right away and enjoy!!

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    Notes

    • Make sure to chop the veggies really fine. You do not want big chunks of veggies when eating these canapes.
    • Also make sure that the veggies are chopped almost the same size for even cooking.
    • You can use tomato paste instead of ketchup.
    • Kitchen king masala adds a beautiful flavor to this spicy veggie dip. But feel free to sub with garam masala.
    • Feel free to use Ritz crackers or pita chips or any of your favorite salted crackers as the base.
    • Veggie mixture for the topping can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Microwave until hot before serving.
    • Assemble the veg canapes just before serving to ensure that the crackers remain crisp.
    • Instead of topping the crackers with the veggie mixture, you can serve it on the side for everyone to help themselves.
    • To make vegan canapes, omit the grated cheese or use vegan cheese instead.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 3Canape | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2446IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Usha

      November 18, 2018 at 11:39 am

      I am not surprised many vanished in the name of taste testing! This is a good finger food to have on the menu, since am assuming the dip can be made before hand.

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    2. Usha

      November 18, 2018 at 11:40 am

      I am not surprised many vanished in the name of taste testing! This is a good finger food to have on the menu, since am assuming the dip can be made before hand.

      Not sure if the previous comment went through. It says duplicate comment, though I am unable to see my previous comment. Ignore if it is a duplicate.

      Reply
    3. Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth

      November 19, 2018 at 3:16 am

      This chunky dip sounds amazing, love the idea of serving it on crackers...

      Reply
    4. Ritu tangri

      November 20, 2018 at 11:27 am

      I know how fast this type of dish disappears as crunch from crackers and deliciousness of dip make the whole combo very toothsome

      Reply
    5. harini

      November 23, 2018 at 7:38 pm

      Definitely looks very tempting and appetizing. I am sure my kids will love this dip with their crackers.

      Reply
    6. Priya Suresh

      November 24, 2018 at 11:38 am

      Thats an amazing dip to have, will definitely out spice loving tastebuds. Am in love with this dip Pavani.

      Reply
    7. Gayathri Kumar

      November 27, 2018 at 1:56 am

      Delicious dip to serve with crackers and chips. The Indian flavour in the dip is too tempting.

      Reply
    8. Chef Mireille

      November 27, 2018 at 11:12 pm

      when I think of dip, I think of smooth consistency things - so this is such a unique twist for the idea of a dip. But I love the idea!

      Reply
    9. Srividhya Gopalakrishnan

      November 28, 2018 at 2:19 pm

      I add kitchen king masala to anything and everything. 🙂 This is so good and I bet it goes well with the crackers. Great idea.

      Reply
    10. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      December 03, 2018 at 10:26 am

      This is so interesting and looks amazing Pavani! I love chunky dips and this is a keeper recipe. Perfect for the holiday season.

      Reply
    11. Sushma Pinjala

      December 03, 2018 at 5:25 pm

      Such a healthy and colorful dip. Love to have those anytime.

      Reply
    12. Srivalli Jetti

      December 04, 2018 at 1:43 am

      The whole plate looks sinful pavani, must be a fantastic party starter!...so beautifully done.

      Reply
    13. Jen

      December 06, 2018 at 4:16 pm

      Perfect dip idea for my next book club. We love anything loaded with veggies and light on calories.

      Reply
    14. Byron Thomas

      December 07, 2018 at 7:22 am

      This looks like the perfect way to serve up some appetizers over the holidays. I think I would feel less guilty about eating so many appetizers if there were more vegetables like with this dip recipe!

      Reply
    15. Cheese Curd In Paradise

      December 07, 2018 at 10:04 am

      This sounds like a such a tasty bite! I love dips, and love that is one is unique !

      Reply
    16. Jyothi (Jo)

      December 07, 2018 at 10:23 am

      I could eat this just as it is. Love all the flavors here and looks yum

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    17. April

      December 07, 2018 at 2:32 pm

      I love dips - they make meals so juicy and yum! And I don't think I have ever tried this type of a dip though whih leads me to the conslusion that I need to try it ASAP!

      Reply

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