Easy starter for Christmas dinner?

zaksmum

I'm cooking Christmas dinner this year for 8 people. We are having a turkey crown with all the usual trimmings but I can't decide what to do for a starter.

None of the guests will eat anything remotely fishy. I'm not the best cook in the world but do a fab roast so it's only the starter that's a worry.

Please can anyone recommend a starter that's quick, easy and faff-free?

Thanks!

sweetilemon

I usually have stuffed mushrooms and OH has crackers or oatcakes and pate.

sweetilemon

Soup is a pretty standard compromise for guests though..

Faith177

Melon is pretty easy can be balled or just cut up or pate and toast with some lettuce

PasturesNew

Do you need a starter? They might love you more for leaving more room for their main course!

zaksmum

Definitely need a starter because we all take turns to do the Christmas dinner and every single time there is a starter served.

So I'd be letting the side down badly if I didn't bother doing one.

Sharon87

I don't get having a starter for Christmas dinner! The meal is filling enough and remember there's always desert!

The only starter I've had before a Christmas meal was stuffed mushrooms. But things like melon work well.

Don't make it too big either and don't forget the After Eights for after the main meal

sooty&sweep

What about a big plate of anti pasti that everyone can pick from ?
Melon, parma ham, salami, olives etc etc ?
Or just do melon & parma ham
Or tomato & mozzarella cheese with fresh basil & drizzle of olive oil - the tomatoes must be ripe & serve at room temperature not chilled.

Jen

suki1964

There is only one starter that is traditional for Christmas dinner, and that is..





































A selection box and booze of choice

Luckystar

Pate and melba toasts are easy for a starter

mai_taylor

Tempura prawns on a small bed of salad with a drizzle of sweet chili sauce.