3 Lavash Appetizer Options for New Year’s 2026

New Year’s 2026 is a great opportunity to delight guests not only with a festive atmosphere but also with delicious, beautiful appetizers. Lavash is a real find for the holiday table: it’s versatile, affordable, and allows you to quickly prepare impressive dishes without complicated techniques. We at joy-pup offer three tried-and-true lavash appetizer options that will be the highlight of your New Year’s table. We also offer a simple New Year’s menu for the Year of the Horse.

Lavash Rolls with Red Fish and Cream Cheese

Ingredients:

• thin lavash – 1 sheet
• cream cheese – 150 g
• lightly salted salmon – 120 g
• small bunch of fresh dill
• lemon juice – to taste

Step-by-step recipe:

• Lay the lavash out on a flat surface.
• Spread it evenly with cream cheese.
• Slice the fish into thin strips and arrange them on top of the cheese.
• Sprinkle with finely chopped dill and lightly drizzle with lemon juice.
• Carefully roll the lavash into a tight roll.
• Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes.
• Before serving, cut into portions with a sharp knife.

Baked Lavash Rolls with Chicken and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1-2 lavash sheets
• 200 g boiled chicken fillet
• 150 g hard cheese
• 3-4 tbsp sour cream or mayonnaise
• 1 clove garlic
• salt and pepper to taste

Step-by-step instructions:

• Finely chop the chicken fillet or separate it into strands.
• Grate the cheese on a coarse grater, and mince the garlic.
• Combine the chicken, cheese, garlic, and sour cream, then add salt and pepper.
• Cut the lavash into medium-sized rectangles.
• Spread the filling on top and roll into rolls.
• Place them in a baking dish.
• Bake at 180°C for about 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.

Cold Lavash Appetizer with Ham and Vegetables

Ingredients:

• lavash – 1 sheet
• ham – 150 g
• bell pepper – 1
• fresh cucumber – 1
• processed cheese – 150 g
• lettuce – optional

Step-by-step recipe:

• Lay the lavash out on a table and spread with processed cheese.
• Slice the ham into thin strips.
• Slice the pepper and cucumber into strips.
• Spread the filling in an even layer, add the lettuce leaves.
• Roll the lavash into a roll, pressing gently.
• Child in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
• Slice into portions before serving.

To be continued…