Appetizers

I like to think of appetizers as the opening act to a great meal. Here you’ll find easy ways to set the stage with delicious, healthy snacks and starters for every occasion! From deviled eggs to stuffed mushrooms, how to make an epic charcuterie board, and more fun finger foods, I have loads of recipes for everyone. These ideas even accommodate special diets like gluten-free, keto, and more! Just remember to save room for the main course.

 

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These cheesy baked sweet potato skins are loaded with fat free black refried beans, salsa and cheddar cheese. Just a few ingredients but they taste SO good!
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Baked Sweet Potato Skins

1 hr
Hot baked mozzarella sticks – I can't think of a more popular finger food for both kids and adults alike. My oldest daughter Karina LOVES them and these never disappoint! Made lighter with part-skim mozzarella then coated with crispy seasoned breadcrumbs and baked (not fried!) until hot and golden. Serve them with my quick marinara sauce and you have yourself an appetizer everyone will love!
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Baked Mozzarella Sticks

1 hr 25 mins
This easy, cheesy, Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip will be a hit at your next party, no one will know it's light!
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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

15 mins
These sweet and spicy meatballs are made with ground turkey, cherry peppers and bacon (because who doesn't love bacon!) Topped with a BBQ glaze, they are perfect for weekend gatherings, football appetizers or anytime you want finger foods.
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Sweet ‘n Spicy BBQ Turkey Meatballs with Bacon

40 mins
Asian Spicy Garlic Edamame is a flavor explosion in your mouth! An easy, totally addicting snack or side dish!
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Spicy Garlic Edamame

15 mins
crab salad in avocado halves
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Crab Stuffed Avocado

10 mins
Eggplant Meatballs
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Eggplant Meatballs

50 mins
Skinny Shrimp Salsa is so good, you might not want to share! Made with shrimp, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion and lime juice. Bring this to a party and watch it disappear!
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Shrimp Salsa

15 mins
These mini peppers are grilled until slightly charred and filled with an herb cream cheese. A great appetizer to make for the summer!
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Grilled Rainbow Peppers with Herb Cream Cheese

30 mins
This savory Watermelon "Pizza" with Feta and Balsamic is delicious, refreshing and makes a fun summer salad or side dish with anything you're grilling!
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Watermelon “Pizza” with Feta and Balsamic

15 mins
Mushroom ceviche marinated overnight with lemon juice, cilantro, red onion and bell pepper. All the flavors of ceviche without the seafood! 100% Vegetarian!
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Mushroom Ceviche

3 hrs 15 mins
Beet noodles baked with tomatoes, red onion, olives and Feta. Serve this as an appetizer with some baked pita chips, as a side dish or even as a main dish, topped with grilled shrimp or chicken – this dish is a keeper!
5

Spiralized Mediterranean Beet and Feta Skillet Bake

30 mins
Super easy two tomato bruschetta made with roma and sun dried tomatoes, basil and feta cheese over toasted whole wheat bread.
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Two Tomato Bruschetta

20 mins
Honey-Lime Meatballs
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Honey-Lime Meatballs (Slow Cooker)

4 hrs 20 mins
These bite-sized spinach pies are a fun twist on one of my favorite Greek dishes, Spanakopita. These are great appetizers for the Holidays, football games, or anytime you get together with friends and family.
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Mini Greek Spinach Pies

45 mins
Healthy, Buffalo Chicken Nuggets baked in the oven are spicy and delicious! Crispy and golden on the outside with tender chicken breast on the inside, so good!
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Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets

25 mins
Chilled Lobster Salad with Sweet Summer Corn and Tomatoes, the perfect light summer salad made with sweet summer corn, grape tomatoes, garden herbs and chilled steamed lobster.
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Chilled Lobster Salad with Sweet Summer Corn and Tomatoes

15 mins
These Baked Tostones or twice "Fried" Plantains aren't fried at all, they are baked in the oven which makes them a delicious, healthy side dish or appetizer!
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Baked Tostones (Green Plantains)

30 mins