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Vegetarian Wonton Bites – An Easy Appetizer Idea

These Vegetarian Wonton Bites are the perfect party food. The crispy wonton holds creamy hummus and veggies all into one bite sized snack.

vegetarian wonton bites

The perfect bite sized party snack. These Vegetarian Wonton Bites are simple but packed with plant based flavor, making them a great small plate or appetizer idea for your next get together.


Please note – this recipe was originally posted on this blog in May 2017, but the pictures have been re-edited and reshared.

Dinner Party Mayhem

Let me set the scene of how it looks at my house an hour before we are having people over for dinner…

I’m typically in my robe, frantically trying to finish my hair and makeup, while simultaneously picking up toys off the living room floor for the 100th time. Not to mention a last minute clean up in the guest bathroom. All the while getting annoyed with the hubby for his inability to read my mind and help me without me having to tell him what to do. Oh yeah, and preparing appetizers.

No matter how much I try to prepare, I am still left frantically running around getting stressed out and barely pulling everything together before our guests arrive.

A Simple Appetizer

I decided that while some aspects I can’t control. For example, the toys on the floor, having to ask 56 times to have the garbage taken out, or my hair not cooperating. I need a simple appetizer that can be made in advance but still tastes great.

vegetarian wonton bites close up

 

Adding Hummus to your Appetizers

Hummus is one of my favorite appetizers and snacks. It’s simple, delicious, and always a crowd pleaser. I also love that it’s a plant based protein, so you can feel good about giving your guests something healthy to enjoy that’s still tastes great. It’s filling without being overly heavy, which is what you want in an appetizer. The hummus also provides a little bit of dietary fiber, which is the #1 Thing Missing from Our Diets.

close up vegetarian wonton bites appetizer

It is important to note that not all hummus is created equal! There are many that have lots of preservatives added. While it is easy to make your own hummus, sometimes there just isn’t enough time to do so. Plus this recipe is inspired to be a party appetizer…which means any shortcuts that save time in the kitchen are a must.

So if you are looking for a store bought hummus, here are our two favorites –

  • Hope Hummus
    • Ingredients – Garbanzo Beans, Water, Tahini, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Cumin, Citric Acid, Garlic Powder, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper
  • Haig’s Hummus
    • Ingredients – Garbanzo Beans, Tahini, Lemon Juice, Water, Garlic, Spices, Sea Salt.

If you do have the time and want to make your own hummus, this is one of our favorite Homemade Hummus recipes. Just be warned, once you have homemade hummus, it’s hard to go back to store bought.

How To Make Wonton Cups

The beauty of these Vegetarian Wonton Bites is that the wonton cups can be made an entire day in advance. I simply bought square wonton wrappers at my local grocery store and then baked them in a muffin pan that had been sprayed with non-stick oil.

how to make wonton cups

On the day of the party, all you have to do is fill each wonton cup with a little bit of hummus. I used just plain flavored hummus, but you can mix it up with a flavored variety of your choice. Then simply top with chopped carrots, green onion, peanuts, cilantro and drizzle with sriracha. This can be done up to two hours in advance and then held in the fridge until party time.

Vegetarian Wonton Bites with Hummus Recipe

Vegetarian Wonton Bites

An easy appetizer idea featuring creamy hummus, crisp vegetables and crunchy wonton cups. Perfect for parties and vegetarian friendly. 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword vegetarian wonton
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Author Brynn at The Domestic Dietitian

Ingredients

  • 12 square wonton wrappers
  • non stick cooking spray or other non-stick cooking spray
  • 8 ounces hummus
  • 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tbsp peanuts rough chop
  • sriracha optional, or other hot sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
  • Spray a muffin pan with non stick spray
  • Gently press a wonton wrapper into each space on the muffin tray, using fingers to press edges against the sides to create a “bowl”
    making baked wonton cups in muffin pan
  • Bake for 4-6 minutes, until edges are golden brown
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely
  • Once cooled, add 1-2 tbsp hummus into center of each wonton cup
  • Top with carrots, green onion, cilantro and peanuts
  • Drizzle with sriracha

Notes

The wonton cups can be made 1-2 days in advance. Just store at room temperature in a sealable container or bag once cooled. 

The creamy hummus and fresh vegetables are the perfect match for the crispy wonton cup! Filling without being heavy. Definitely a party favorite.

More Great Party Appetizers

If you are looking for more appetizer ideas, we’ve got you covered!

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