crudité
Dippable veggie platter
Crudité is a raw vegetable served as an appetizer, typically with a dip.
The French word (meaning "rawness") is usually encountered in its plural form crudités, referring to an assortment of cut vegetables—carrot sticks, celery, bell pepper strips, cherry tomatoes—arranged on a platter: We put out some crudités while guests arrived.
Edible orange taproot
- celeryEdible ribbed stalks
- cucumberCrisp edible gourd
- broccoliCruciferous vegetable with florets
- cauliflowerCompact white vegetable head
radish · jicama · asparagus · zucchini · endive · kohlrabi · fennel · beetroot
Large flat serving dish
- starterInitiator of action
- antipastoItalian appetizer course
- mezzeMiddle Eastern small dishes
- nibblesTakes small bites
assortment · tasting · presentation · buffet · smorgasbord · aperitif · serving · gourmet
Mashed chickpea spread
- ranchLivestock-raising estate
- tzatzikiYogurt-cucumber sauce from Greece
- aioliGarlic-infused emulsified sauce
- guacamoleSeasoned avocado spread
vinaigrette · tapenade · pesto · remoulade · tahini
Firm and breakable
- rawIn original state
- crunchyBreaking with sound
- gardenCultivated plant area
- uncookedNot yet prepared thermally
seasonal · farm-to-table · organic · tender · vibrant · colorful · chilled · natural
Gathering for celebration
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- soireeFormal evening party
- get-togetherCasual social gathering
- buffetSelf-service meal display
In good physical condition
- low-calorieMinimal food energy content
- fiberPlant-based digestive aid
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
- plant-basedSourced from flora
wholesome · nutrition · light · hydrating · nutrient-rich · snacking
Oil-and-sour sauce
- amuse-boucheComplimentary chef's tasting bite
- canapéTopped bite-sized appetizer
- bistroInformal small restaurant
- apéritifPre-meal alcoholic beverage
cuisine · gourmand · charcuterie · fromage · sommelier · baguette
carrot
Edible orange taproot
cauliflower · radish · jicama · asparagus · zucchini · endive · kohlrabi · fennel · beetroot · turnip
platter
Large flat serving dish
nibbles · assortment · tasting · presentation · buffet · smorgasbord · aperitif · serving · gourmet · delicacy
hummus
Mashed chickpea spread
- ranchLivestock-raising estate
- tzatzikiYogurt-cucumber sauce from Greece
- aioliGarlic-infused emulsified sauce
guacamole · vinaigrette · tapenade · pesto · remoulade · tahini
crisp
Firm and breakable
uncooked · seasonal · farm-to-table · organic · tender · vibrant · colorful · chilled · natural · ripe
party
Gathering for celebration
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- soireeFormal evening party
- get-togetherCasual social gathering
buffet · networking · gala · catering · potluck · brunch · shower
healthy
In good physical condition
- low-calorieMinimal food energy content
- fiberPlant-based digestive aid
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
plant-based · wholesome · nutrition · light · hydrating · nutrient-rich · snacking
vinaigrette
Oil-and-sour sauce
- amuse-boucheComplimentary chef's tasting bite
- canapéTopped bite-sized appetizer
- bistroInformal small restaurant
apéritif · cuisine · gourmand · charcuterie · fromage · sommelier · baguette
cruditégrilled vegetables
Produce seared over heat
steamed vegetables · stir-fry · stir-fried vegetables · ratatouille · caramelized onions
cruditépotato chips
Thin fried tuber slices
chips · tortilla chips · Doritos · cheese puffs · nachos
cruditéfried food
buffalo wings · pigs in a blanket · loaded potato skins · cheese fries · charcuterie