Vegan Watermelon Poke Bites
These little bites are proof that plant-based appetizers can genuinely steal the show. Juicy watermelon cubes get marinated in a punchy blend of tamari, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and a hit of sriracha, then piled into crispy baked wonton cups for something that looks impressive and tastes even better. The marinade does the heavy lifting, pulling the watermelon into savory-sweet territory that honestly mimics the umami depth you'd expect from a classic poke bowl. Because every ingredient here is entirely plant-derived — from the agave syrup down to the vegan wonton wrappers — there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. Optional diced avocado adds a creamy contrast that takes each bite over the top, and a scatter of sesame seeds gives them that finished, restaurant-ready look. This recipe makes 18 cups and serves 6, so it's perfectly sized for a dinner party starter or a weekend snack spread. Serve them right away while the cups are still crisp and the watermelon is glistening with marinade.
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6 servings
For the wonton cups
- 18 square vegan wonton wrappers
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as avocado or canola oil)
For the poke
- 3 cups seedless watermelon, cut into ½-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- 3 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp agave syrup
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp sriracha
- 2 green onions (green tops only), thinly sliced
For serving
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 small avocado, diced (optional)
- 1 tsp black sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush both sides of each wonton wrapper with the neutral oil and press each one into a cup of a 24-cup mini muffin tin, pleating the edges gently so the wrapper forms a small cup shape.
- 2
Bake the wonton cups for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the cups feel crisp and set when tapped. Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack or baking sheet.
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