crudités
Dip-ready veggie platter
Crudités are raw vegetables served as an appetizer, typically cut into strips or bite-sized pieces and accompanied by a dip.
The word is French, and the plural form is standard even when referring to a single serving: a platter of crudités with ranch dressing.
The dish appears at parties, receptions, and as a light starter at restaurants.
Edible orange taproots
- celeryEdible ribbed stalks
- bell peppersMild hollow vegetables
- cucumbersCrisp elongated gourds
- cherry tomatoesMiniature vine fruit
radishes · snap peas · broccoli · cauliflower · zucchini · asparagus · jicama · endive
Small savory pre-meal bites
- antipastoItalian appetizer course
- mezzeMiddle Eastern small dishes
- tapasSpanish appetizer assortment
- canapésBite-sized topped appetizers
finger foods · starters · nibbles · amuse-bouche · smorgasbord · aperitif · relish tray · veggie tray
Mashed chickpea spread
- ranchLivestock-raising estate
- tzatzikiYogurt-cucumber sauce from Greece
- aioliGarlic-infused emulsified sauce
- baba ganoushPureed roasted eggplant spread
guacamole · blue cheese · vinaigrette · tapenade · pesto · remoulade · tahini · yogurt dip
Drinks-focused social gathering
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- buffetSelf-service meal display
- cateringSupplying prepared meals professionally
- soiréeFormal nighttime social gathering
gathering · entertaining · celebration · brunch · potluck · wedding · shower · happy hour
Small savory appetizer
- bistroInformal small restaurant
- gourmetConnoisseur of fine cuisine
- ProvenceSoutheastern French region
- vinaigretteOil-and-sour sauce
Large flat serving dish
- arrangementOrdered configuration or agreement
- garnishDecorative food topping
- centerpieceDecorative table focal point
- tieredHaving multiple levels
carrots
Edible orange taproots
- celeryEdible ribbed stalks
- bell peppersMild hollow vegetables
- cucumbersCrisp elongated gourds
cherry tomatoes · radishes · snap peas · broccoli · cauliflower · zucchini · asparagus · jicama · endive · kohlrabi
hors d'oeuvres
Small savory pre-meal bites
canapés · finger foods · starters · nibbles · amuse-bouche · smorgasbord · aperitif · relish tray · veggie tray · snacks
hummus
Mashed chickpea spread
- ranchLivestock-raising estate
- tzatzikiYogurt-cucumber sauce from Greece
- aioliGarlic-infused emulsified sauce
baba ganoush · guacamole · blue cheese · vinaigrette · tapenade · pesto · remoulade · tahini · yogurt dip · chimichurri
cocktail party
Drinks-focused social gathering
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- buffetSelf-service meal display
- cateringSupplying prepared meals professionally
soirée · gathering · entertaining · celebration · brunch · potluck · wedding · shower · happy hour
hors d'oeuvre
Small savory appetizer
vinaigrette · cuisine · apéritif · baguette · fromage
platter
Large flat serving dish
- arrangementOrdered configuration or agreement
- garnishDecorative food topping
- centerpieceDecorative table focal point
cruditéssteamed vegetables
Produce cooked by vapor
grilled vegetables · stir-fry · ratatouille · caramelized onions · vegetable casserole
cruditéspotato chips
Thin fried tuber slices
chips · tortilla chips · corn chips · Doritos · pretzels
cruditésjunk food
Low-nutrition processed snacks
fried foods · hot wings · mozzarella sticks · jalapeño poppers · onion rings