Who Needs the Main Dish? 20 Appetizers Perfect for Summer Dinners
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy light and refreshing appetizers that set the tone for a great meal. You are probably hosting backyard BBQs, pool parties, or just hanging out with friends, so having a selection of tasty starters is a must. Using what is fresh and in season, like tomatoes and basil, will make them taste even better. Let’s get cooking!
Pesto Ricotta Crostini With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Pesto ricotta crostini with roasted cherry tomatoes are a rustic and delicious appetizer perfect for any summer occasion.
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Zucchini Corn Fritters
Fifteen minutes and simple ingredients is all you need to make Zucchini Corn Fritters. Serve them as an appetizer, side dish or light lunch.
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Roasted Red Pepper Dip
This easy Roasted Red Pepper Dip is perfect for the busy holiday season. It’s so easy to make and sure to be a crowd pleaser. (gluten free)
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Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce
This baked brie cranberry is a perfect appetizer for any season. With its rich, creamy brie and cranberry sauce, it’s just the right amount of tart and sweet!
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Smoked Salmon Dip
Smoked Salmon Dip takes less than ten minutes to assemble, making it perfect for a last-minute appetizer when guests pop in.
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Fresh Vietnamese Salad Rolls with Shrimp
These Vietnamese Salad Rolls are deliciously easy and have nice fresh ingredients. The perfect spring and summer appetizer recipe everyone enjoys!
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Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini
If you want that perfect appetizer that uses fresh and tasty ingredients then you need to whip up some of this Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini! The perfect summer treat.
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Prosciutto Wrapped Pears With Manchego
The holidays are getting closer and it’s time to entertain! These Prosciutto Wrapped Pears with Manchego are easy to make when last minutes guests arrive.
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Mozzarella And Sun-Dried Tomato Appetizer
Creamy and fresh mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes, fresh parsley, chopped walnuts are seasoned and drizzled in olive oil in this lovely appetizer dish.
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Loaded Cheeseball Bites Appetizer with Apricots
Made with Greek yogurt, these loaded cheeseball bites with dried apricots and bacon are a delicious finger appetizer that won’t last long!
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Spicy Seasoned Pretzels
Coated in a zesty, homemade spice blend, these Spicy Seasoned Pretzels are the ultimate snack – crunchy, flavorful, and perfectly spicy! They’re great for parties, school lunches, or anytime snacking!
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Holiday Crostini With Scallops And Avocado
This Crostini with Scallops and Avocado is the perfect appetizer for all your holiday parties. The scallops are sauteed to perfection and placed on top of crunchy crostini spread with avocado. A drizzling of balsamic syrup really takes the flavor over the top.
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Baked Brie With Cranberry Raspberry Sauce
The perfect appetizers for all your parties this Baked Brie with Cranberry Raspberry Sauce is easy to make and oh so delicious! (gluten free)
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High Protein Hummus
This high protein hummus is perfect if you’re looking for ways to boost your intake of plant-based protein. It’s creamy and delicious!
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Fennel-Cucumber Bites With Creamy Tuna
Low carb snack/appetizer with creamy Brie, tuna, and parsley topped on crunchy veggies and garnished with salty sweet fruits—healthy tasty bites.
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Chipotle Guacamole Recipe
This chipotle guacamole is easy to make and a healthy addition to any meal! Delicious served with tortilla chips, tacos, chili or on burgers!
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Easy Vegan Panko-Crusted Baked Zucchini Fries
Crispy panko zucchini fries: a vegan delight as appetizer, snack, or side. Crisp outside, tender inside, full of flavor. ??
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Bourbon Meatballs
This bourbon meatballs recipe fits the bill of a well-loved and delicious appetizer. The meatballs are succulent, the bourbon sauce is scrumptious and their flavors complement each other famously!
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Cream Cheese Lobster
This phyllo cream cheese lobster appetizer recipe is mouth-wateringly delicious! Seriously, it’s little bites of scrumptious, creamy lobster goodness in a flaky cup!
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Quick Olive Hummus
This Olive Hummus Recipe is the perfect melding of those all time favorites–olives and hummus. A great easy health snack, dip, or spread.
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