Starters Archives - Chantal Lascaris

Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Yoghurt Dip

Mar 17, 2025 | Recipes, Starters

Crispy on the outside, soft in the middle and packed with fresh, summery flavour – these zucchini fritters are the perfect way to turn humble veg into something seriously moreish. With a hint of Parmesan for a savoury kick and a zesty lemon yoghurt dip to brighten things up, they’re a brilliant snack, side or even a light lunch. Quick to make and even quicker to disappear, they’re ideal for using up a dose of veggie. If you’ve got a garden full, you’ll be making these on repeat!

Tomato & white bean purée tartlets with salsa verde

Jan 13, 2021 | Recipe Videos, Starters

Tomato and white bean tartlets that are as fun to make as they are good to eat. Cook with me and try out these quick and easy tartlets, the latest in my 15 Minute Gourmet video series on YouTube. They’re perfect for a starter, snack platter or side dish on a warm summer day.

Basil & balsamic glazed tofu bites

Nov 25, 2020 | Recipe Videos, Side Dishes & Salads, Starters

Here’s a quick and easy vegetarian friendly treat from my 15 Minute Gourmet Series on YouTube. Glazed with a balsamic marinade and topped with tomato, mushrooms and basil, these tofu bites bring some fresh flavour to liven up your platters.

15-minute gourmet – Caprese and bacon stuffed avo

Oct 22, 2019 | Recipes, Side Dishes & Salads, Starters

This Caprese and bacon stuffed avo recipe is a quick and easy way to create an inspired gourmet dish in minutes. Avocados are one of the most popular foods around and it’s not difficult to see why. Delicious and nutritious, there seems to be an avocado recipe for every occasion.

Chicken Satay

Sep 11, 2018 | Recipes, Starters

Chicken satay is one of my favourite hors d’oeuvres to serve as a snack to kick off a party. You’ll fall in love with the succulent taste of this special satay recipe. You can spice it up with some chilli if you feel like something a bit spicier or you can exclude chilli and make a great snack for kids.

Stuffed cabbage rolls

Aug 8, 2018 | Recipes, Starters

Cabbage leaves are nature’s own wrap and are ideal for making some seriously appetizing appetizers. There are so many variations of cabbage rolls but so long as you have a flavourful filling wrapped up in a cabbage leaf, you’re well on your way to serving a successful starter.

Oyster Rockefeller Recipe

Jul 6, 2018 | Recipes, Starters

Oysters have long been the food of love and the Oyster Rockefeller is the luxurious extension of that concept. This dish was first served in New Orleans as early as 1899 and the original recipe called for so much butter, the oysters were thought to be fit for a Rockefeller – hence the name.

Cottage Cheese Caprese Crudite

Jan 22, 2018 | Recipes, Starters

I love hosting dinner parties and when I do I like to have some finger foods for my guests before the main event. This is a quick and easy snack food that is a healthy take on a traditional Caprese salad. All you need is some cottage cheese, basil, tomatoes and an extra veggie or two.