Healthy Appetizer Party Recipes

Jennifer Davick / Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey / Food Styling: Norman King

Fresh-Herb Tomato Crostini

Fresh Herb-Tomato Crostini is a versatile recipe. The tomato topping also serves as an ingredient for tangy tabbouleh salad.

Recipe: Fresh Herb-Tomato Crostini

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Mini Crab Cakes

Garlic-Chive Sauce and a squeeze of lemon juice add zesty flavor to Mini Crab Cakes.

Recipe: Mini Crab Cakes
Recipe: Garlic-Chive Sauce

Jennifer Davick / Styling: Lisa Powell Bailey / Food Styling: Norman King

Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers

Alternate honeydew and cantaloupe for a colorful platter of Melon, Mozzarella, and Proscuitto Skewers.

Recipe: Melon, Mozzarella, and Proscuitto Skewers

Prosciutto-Wrapped Mango Bites

For a simple, fresh appetizer, wrap mango slices and arugula in paper-thin slices of prosciutto. For a slightly different flavor, substitute another fruit, such as pear or cantaloupe, for mango.

Recipe: Prosciutto-Wrapped Mango Bites

Roasted Garlic-Edamame Spread

We like to eat this cool, creamy spread on toasted crostini or fresh veggies. It’s packed with the goodness of soybeans and tons of flavor from garlic and basil.

Recipe: Roasted Garlic-Edamame Spread

Herbed Goat Cheese Bites

This scrumptious appetizer is easy to prep. Simply roll a log of creamy goat cheese in fresh chopped thyme, parsley, tarragon, and mint in advance. Then, just before serving, spread onto fresh toasted baguette slices and top with sun-dried tomatoes and basil leaves.

Recipe: Herbed Goat Cheese Bites

Cuban Black Bean Dip

Start with black bean soup mix to make this zesty bean dip. Serve with slices of cucumber, bell pepper, or your favorite raw vegetable.

Recipe: Cuban Black Bean Dip

Fresh Squash Chips

Use boiled zucchini and squash slices as nutritious dippers in place of higher fat chips and crackers. We like to dip them in cool, flavorful Fiesta Dip.

Recipe: Fresh Squash Chips

Pico de Gallo

Diced tomatoes and avocado blend with onion, jalapeño, and lime for unbelievably fresh Southwestern flavor. Serve with your favorite tortilla chips, and use leftovers to top a main dish.

Recipe: Pico de Gallo

Southwest White Bean Spread

Cilantro adds a nice hint of spice to this creamy hummus dip. Serve with pita chips and sliced cucumbers.

Recipe: Southwest White Bean Spread

Shrimp Shooters

This refreshing appetizer coats shrimp in a flavorful vinaigrette and showcases them in shooter glasses. Garnish with the leaves of romaine lettuce hearts and serve in an ice-filled tray at a spring or summertime party.

Recipe: Shrimp Shooters

Chili-Roasted Black Eyed Peas

Roasting black-eyed peas gives them a crispy, dry texture that’s perfect for snacking. Chili powder and cumin give the beans a flavor-packed coating that won’t disappoint your guests.

Recipe: Chili-Roasted Black Eyed Peas

Dixie Caviar Cups

Black-eyed peas, corn, tomato, peppers, and onions make a festive twist on salsa. Use Belgian endive leaves as a unique and healthy dipper.

Recipe: Dixie Caviar Cups

Strawberries with Mint Yogurt Dip

Fresh mint, lemon rind, and honey dress up yogurt to make a light yet tasty dipper for strawberries or other fruit. Use Greek yogurt if you want a thicker dip texture without the added straining step.

Recipe: Strawberries with Mint Yogurt Dip

Mini Caprese Bites

This appetizer version of a caprese salad sandwiches mozzarella slices between grape tomato halves in an elegant skewer presentation. A drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar and a sprinkle of fresh chopped basil finishes off the tasty bites.

Recipe: Mini Caprese Bites

Red Pepper Hummus

Roasted red bell peppers add a kick of color and flavor to traditional hummus. Go ahead and double the recipe; leftovers make a tasty sandwich spread.

Recipe: Red Pepper Hummus

Healthy Appetizer Recipes