45 Easy Outdoor Appetizers Made for Sunny Skies
When Entertaining Moves Outside, Call on These Easy Apps
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Buttery Garlic Shrimp
Recipe: Buttery Garlic Shrimp
Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick appetizer is perfect for last-minute company. When making the sauce in Step 2, whisk in the butter 1 Tbsp. at a time--the key technique in making the sauce velvety.
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Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise
Recipe: Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise
A Southern spin on a BLT, these heirloom tomato sandwiches are effortless.
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Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad
Recipe: Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad
Vibrant, freshly tossed fruits and veggies are sure to draw a crowd to the appetizer table.
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Tropical Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Recipe: Tropical Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Easier than your average app but still impressive enough for a party, this no-cook dish has a tropical twist.
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Potato Skins
Recipe: Potato Skins
A party hit every time, these potatoes take it up a notch with a simple, tangy-spicy sour cream sauce.
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Southwest Black-Eyed Pea Dip
Recipe: Southwest Black-Eyed Pea Dip
Serve this hot and bubbly baked mix of summer flavor with plenty of your favorite tortilla chips.
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Classic Pimiento Cheese
Recipe: Basic Pimiento Cheese
This classic Southern recipe is foolproof for a reason. Whether you serve it as a dip, spread, or all by itself, this recipe belongs at every summer gathering.
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Queso-Filled Mini Peppers
Recipe: Queso-Filled Mini Peppers
Who needs chips for queso? These peppers are bite-sized and brimming with cheese.
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Cheeseburger Egg Rolls with Special Sauce
Recipe: Cheeseburger Egg Rolls with Special Sauce
Two party favorites collide in this reimagined takeout dish.
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Ham Salad
Recipe: Ham Salad
Give your typical warm-weather chicken salad a break with these mini ham salad sandwhich.
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Rotel Dip
Recipe: Rotel Dip
In this recipe, simplicity (and Velveeta) is key. Just make sure you have enough chips on hand.
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Recipe: Fried Green Tomatoes
A Southern summer classic, this recipe's not-too-heavy batter is the key to getting this appetizer just right.
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Mini Shrimp Rolls
Recipe: Mini Shrimp Rolls
Mini but mighty, these cute little sandwiches are packed with shrimp, celery, and pickled jalapenos.
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Deviled Egg Salad and Asparagus Tartines
Recipe: Deviled Egg Salad and Asparagus Tartines
Fresh asparagus and egg salad make this laid-back finger sandwich a summertime staple.
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Golden Corn Fritters
Recipe: Golden Corn Fritters
These crispy poppers are reminiscent of hush puppies, just lighter and richer in taste.
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Egg Salad Sandwiches
Recipe: Egg Salad Sandwiches
A summer picnic staple, these finger sandwiches are made with the usual suspects—celery, pickle relish, and mayonnaise—but they have a few unexpected additions, too.
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Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip
Recipe: Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip
Take a moment to meet your new favorite appetizer. This twist on the classic spinach dip is sure to please even the most particular guests. Just like classic spinach dip, the recipe mixes together spinach, sour cream, and chives to achieve that cool, onion flavor with a kick.
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Fried Deviled Eggs
Recipe: Fried Deviled Eggs
Who says a classic can't be fried? Amp up your everyday deviled egg this summer with a fried crispy coating.
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Watermelon Salad
Recipe: Watermelon Salad
Start your party on a bright note with this refreshingly simple salad.
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Homemade Pretzels
Recipe: Homemade Pretzels
Top them off with whatever you'd like, from sesame seeds to kosher salt.
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Halloumi-and-Summer Vegetable Kebabs
Recipe: Halloumi-and-Summer Vegetable Kebabs
These veggie kabobs with grilled Halloumi cheese are a winning formula for outdoor fun.
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Mini Potato Skins
Recipe: Mini Potato Skins
Oh-so-poppable and made for summer crowds, this five-ingredient recipe is a no-fail with guests of any age.
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Pork Tenderloin Sliders
Recipe: Pork Tenderloin Sliders
Mustard-and-thyme-marinated pork tenderloin on dinner rolls makes for a hearty handful ready for any alfresco affair.
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Grilled Pork Meatball Kebabs
Recipe: Grilled Pork Meatball Kebabs
Get the party started with a masterful balance of sweet and heat.
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Tuna Pasta Salad
Recipe: Tuna Pasta Salad
This fresh take on an old-school tuna pasta salad is as bright as the season.
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Easy Catfish Tacos with Slaw
Recipe: Easy Catfish Tacos with Slaw
You can't go wrong with a tortilla topped with slaw, avocado, and catfish.
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Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches
Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches
Pepper jelly and peaches pair with brie for a dish that was made for the outdoors.
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Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
Recipe: Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
Tossed in a simple vinaigrette, this multicolored mix of cherry tomatoes and small fresh mozzarella balls comes together in a snap.
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Hush Puppies
Recipe: Hush Puppies
One of the ultimate Southern finger foods, these hush puppies were made for an outdoor party.