Find the perfect appetizer recipe for your next party or gathering! These easy Appetizer Recipes include simple, delicious dips, nibbles and bites, vegan appetizers, seafood appetizers, fun finger foods, seasonal bruschetta, healthy lettuce wraps, party snacks, lavish platters and cheese boards, plus homemade crackers! A little something for everyone!

Appetizers and Snacks

Simple Yet Elegant Dips! (Fast and Easy)

A flavorful dip is one of the simplest appetizers you can make for a holiday party – and many of these are made with pantry ingredients you already have on hand! They are easy to “dress up” with herbs, flowers, and oils and can be made ahead. Perfect for those who are short on time!

Caramelized French Onion Dip

A delicious healthy take on French Onion Dip made with caramelized onions, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs. A perfect make ahead appetizer for potlucks and parties.

A delicious, healthy take on French Onion Dip made with caramelized onions, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs. A perfect make ahead appetizer for potlucks and parties. Serve with potato chips, pita chips or crackers.

Lemony Artichoke White Bean Dip

25 Appetizers to Bring to a Party! (That are not boring) Lemony Artichoke White Bean Dip - a quick and easy Vegan Appetizer (a twist on "hummus") that can be made in 10 minutes flat. Great for parties and gatherings and made with simple pantry ingredients! #artichokedip #vegandip #veganappetizer #whitebeandip #whitebeanhummus

Lemony Artichoke White Bean Dip – a quick and easy Vegan Appetizer (a twist on “hummus“) that can be made in 10 minutes flat. Great for parties and gatherings and made with simple pantry ingredients!

Muhammara Dip

25 Festive Party appetizers like this simple, flavorful Middle Eastern-style, Roasted Red Pepper - Walnut Dip called Muhammara, with garlic, parsley and pomegranate molasses ( recipe below) , that can be made ahead in food processor. Serve with toasted pita or crackers.

Muhammara Dip – a simple festive Roasted Pepper & Walnut Dip infused with Middle Eastern Spices that can be made ahead! A simple festive party appetizer! Serve with toasted pita bread or homemade crackers.

Perfect Hummus

How to make Hummus! This authentic hummus recipe is light and creamy and so easy to make! Use canned or dried chickpeas and serve it up with fresh garden veggies! #hummus #hummusrecipe

Creamy PERFECT Hummus! This authentic hummus recipe is light and creamy and so easy to make! Use canned or dried chickpeas and serve it up with fresh garden veggies and herbs.

Heavenly Whipped Ricotta

This Whipped Ricotta recipe is the easiest appetizer you'll ever make! It's simple & fast while feeling elevated. A creamy, luscious dip, that can go either sweet or savory depending on your toppings.

This Whipped Ricotta recipe is the easiest appetizer you’ll ever make! It’s simple & fast while feeling elevated. A creamy, luscious dip, that can go either sweet or savory depending on your toppings.

Zucchini Dip

This luscious, flavorful Zucchini Dip is a delicious way to use up your garden zucchini! Serve it up with pita chips or crackers for a tasty, healthy appetizer; everyone will love. Vegan, Gluten-Free. Video. 

This luscious, flavorful Zucchini Dip is a delicious way to use up your garden zucchini! Serve it up with pita chips or crackers for a tasty, healthy appetizer everyone will love. Vegan, Gluten-Free. Video.

Labneh Dip

25 Appetizers to Bring to a Party! | Labneh! A creamy Middle Eastern Yogurt Dip (or cheese) with olive oil, zaatar spice and fresh herbs served with crunchy veggies or toasted pita.

 Labneh! A creamy Middle Eastern Yogurt Dip (similar to cream cheese) – to serve with crunchy veggies or toasted pita. A simple tasty appetizer, perfect for parties and gatherings.

Beet Tzatziki 

Vibrant Beet Tzatziki made with grated beets, cucumber, Greek yogurt and fresh herbs- a festive appetizer or complementary side dish to Mediterranean-inspired meals.  Vegan-adaptable!

Wow your party guests with Beet Tzatziki! Vibrant Beet Tzatziki is made with grated beets, cucumber, Greek yogurt and fresh herbs- a festive appetizer or complementary side dish to Mediterranean-inspired meals.  Vegan-adaptable!

Tandoori Hummus

Tandoori Hummus - a delicious Indian twist on the classic, seasoned with garam masala spice. This healthy homemade hummus is vegan, easy to make... and has the BEST flavor! Serve with naan or pita! #humus #hummus #howtomakehummus #vegan #indianrecipes #garammasala #cleaneating #plantbased #eatclean #vegan #snacks #dips

Tandoori Hummus – a delicious Indian twist on the hummus, seasoned with garam masala spice. This flavorful  hummus is vegan, easy to make… and has the BEST flavor! Serve with naan or pita chips!

Harissa REd Pepper Dip

This Smoky Harissa Red Pepper Dip is made with white beans and topped with pistachios, cumin seeds and optional feta. A simple party appetizer that comes together in 10 minutes flat. #harissadip #vegandip #harissahummus #whitebeandip #redpepperdip #redpepperhummus

This Smoky Harissa Red Pepper Dip is made with white beans and topped with pistachios, cumin seeds and optional feta. A simple party appetizer that comes together in 10 minutes flat.

Guacamole (3 FUN ways!)

How to make the most delicious guacamole! A simple easy recipe for Guacamole that will be the hit of your party! A flavorful Mexican appetizer that is vegan, gluten-free and healthy. #guac #guacamole #guacamolerecipe #avocadodip

Guacamole- 3 Ways! ! Three different flavor profiles that will be the hit of your party! A flavorful vegan appetizer that is simple, gluten-free and healthy.

Smoky Baba Ganoush

25 Mouthwatering party appetizers like this Authentic Baba Ganoush in red ceramic bowl

Baba Ganoush!  Luscious Roasted Eggplant Dip made with smoky eggplant, tahini, garlic and lemon. A healthy, delicious Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip that is full of complexity and depth. Gluten-free, low-carb, vegan.

Savory Bruschetta Recipes!

Mushroom Bruschetta

25 FESTIVE Party Appetizers! Mushroom Bruschetta with Triple Cream Brie, Sage and Truffle Oil - a surprisingly easy appetizer that tastes amazing and looks elegant! Perfect for holiday gatherings. #mushroombruschetta #mushroomappetizer #appetizer #holidayparty #holidayappetizer

Mushroom Bruschetta with Triple Cream Brie, Sage and Truffle Oil – a surprisingly easy appetizer that tastes amazing and looks elegant! Perfect for holiday gatherings and parties!

Beet and Basil Bruschetta

Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil

Beet Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Basil  a festive appetizer recipe that highlights winter beets and is full of amazing flavor!

Fig Bruschetta

Fig Bruschetta with Cambozola and Sage Honey- a simple delicious appetizer highlighting fresh figs that comes together in minutes, perfect for fall gatherings and special events. #figs #figbruschetta #figappetizer #appetizers #partyappetizer #vegetarian

Fig Bruschetta with Cambozola and Sage Honey  a tasty appetizer recipe that comes together in minutes, perfect for fall and holiday gatherings.

Tomato Bruschetta (elevated)

Are you looking for the perfect recipe for Tomato Bruschetta? Here are a few tips to elevate this classic summer appetizer!

Are you looking for the perfect recipe for Tomato Bruschetta? Here are a few tips to elevate this classic summer appetizer!

Delicious Vegan Appetizers!

Olive Tapenade

Versatile and full of flavor, Olive Tapenade is a simple, elegant addition to your appetizer list.  This tasty spread comes together fast and requires no cooking, making it a great choice for warm summer days.  

Versatile and full of flavor, Olive Tapenade is a simple, elegant addition to your appetizer list.  This tasty spread comes together fast and requires no cooking, making it a great choice for warm summer days.

Eggplant Caponata

25 Appetizers to Bring to a Party! (That are not boring.)

This Sicilian recipe for Eggplant Caponata is simple, easy and full of flavor! Serve it as a healthy vegan appetizer over crostini, or as a delicious side dish, or turn it into an eggplant “salad” served over greens and grains! Low- Carb and Vegan!

Palouse Caviar

Palouse Caviar!  A take on Texas Caviar, this Lentil Dip called Palouse Caviar is made w/ Northwest Palouse grown lentils, pomegranate, avocado, lime. Served with corn chips for a festive healthy, vegan GF appetizer.

Palouse Caviar!  A take on Texas Caviar, this Lentil Dip called Palouse Caviar is made w/ Northwest Palouse-grown lentils, pomegranate, avocado, lime. Served with corn chips for a festive healthy, vegan GF party appetizer.

Vegan Ceviche!

This vegan, plant-based Ceviche will transport you to Mexico. Made with hearts of palm and avocado, this easy recipe can be served on tostadas, with chips or in lettuce cups! #veganceviche #heartsofpalm #veganmexican #ceviche

This vegan, plant-based Hearts of Palm Ceviche will transport you to Mexico. Made with hearts of palm and avocado, this easy recipe can be served on tostadas, with chips or in lettuce cups!

Fresh Spring Rolls

Fresh Spring Rolls with BEST EVER Peanut Sauce! These vegan spring rolls can made ahead and are the perfect healthy appetizer for parties and gatherings! #springrolls #veganspringrolls #freshspringrolls #howtostorespringrolls #howtomakespringrolls #veganappetizer #appetizer

Fresh Spring Rolls with BEST EVER Peanut Sauce! These vegan spring rolls can be made ahead and are the perfect healthy vegan appetizer for gatherings and parties! Watch them disappear!

Cashew Quesadillas with Pumpkin Seed Salsa

A tasty recipe for Zucchini Quesadillas with creamy cashew cheese and Poblano Pumpkin Seed Salsa. Vegan and delicious!

A tasty recipe for Vegan Quesadillas with creamy cashew cheese and Poblano Pumpkin Seed Salsa. Vegan and delicious!

Warm olives with Lemon zest and almonds

Warm olives with rosemary, garlic, and almonds - a simple, delicious appetizer that is full of amazing flavor, that can be made very quickly and easily! #warmolives #olives #marcona #almonds #rosemaryolives

Warm Olives with Rosemary, Garlic, and Almonds – a simple, delicious appetizer that is full of amazing flavor, that can be made very quickly and easily!

Shishito Peppers

A simple recipe for Blistered Shishito Peppers- a fast and easy appetizer that comes together in under 15 minutes! #shishito #shishitopeppers

A simple recipe for Blistered Shishito Peppers- a fast and easy appetizer that comes together in under 15 minutes!

 

Flavorful Fish & Seafood Appetizers

Aguachile

Mexican Aguachile! Similar to ceviche, shrimp is cooked in a mixture of lime juice, chiles and cilantro. Flavorful, simple and sooooo delicious! #aguachile #shrimp #verde #ceviche #Mexican

Mexican Aguachile! Similar to ceviche, shrimp are cooked in a mixture of lime juice, chiles and cilantro. Flavorful, simple and sooooo delicious! Serve with Corn chips!

Jalapeno Lime Crab Cakes

Crab Cakes with Cilantro, lime and jalapeño with a red pepper Vinaigrette

These delicious Crab Cakes are made with Cilantro, lime and jalapeño with a punchy Red Pepper Vinaigrette.  Make them mini- sized, topped with a wood fork,  for a  gathering! A personal favorite!

Ceviche

25 Best Appetizers |The Best Ceviche!

 This Ceviche with fresh fish, chili, lime, cilantro, avocado, tomato and cucumber is a very easy appetizer perfect for gatherings, potlucks, and parties! You can also serve these as mini tacos or mini tostadas.

Air fryer salmon bites

Succulent and flavorful, Air Fryer Salmon Bites are served with a miso ginger dipping sauce and ready in about 15 minutes! Perfect for appetizers, bowls, salads, and snacks! Gluten-free.

Succulent and flavorful, Air Fryer Salmon Bites are served with a miso ginger dipping sauce and ready in about 15 minutes! Perfect for appetizers, bowls, salads, and snacks! Gluten-free.

Crudo

Crudo is easy to make at home and one of those appetizers that will WOW your guests. Think of crudo like Italian-style sashimi- raw fish drizzled with olive oil, flakey sea salt, citrus, and herbs. We'll show you the basic recipe to use as a jumping-off point for your own creations. There are many ways to prepare crudo!

This recipe for Crudo is easy to make at home and one of those appetizers that will WOW your guests. Think of crudo like Italian-style sashimi- raw fish drizzled with olive oil, flakey sea salt, citrus, and herbs. We’ll show you the basic recipe to use as a jumping-off point for your own creations. There are many ways to prepare crudo!

Chimichurri Shrimp

Chimichurri Shrimp | www.feastingathome.com

Chimichurri Shrimp-  A fast, flavorful and simple appetizer that comes together in under 20 minutes. Serve on mini forks!

Shrimp Ceviche

Verde  -a delicious twist on traditional Ceviche, this version is made with fresh tomatillos. A light and refreshing  appetizer, perftect for parties and gatherings.

Shrimp Ceviche Verde a delicious twist on traditional Ceviche, this version is made with fresh tomatillos. A light and refreshing appetizer, perfect for parties and gatherings, serve it in a shot glass with a mini fork.

Fresh Oysters Mignonette

Fresh Oysters with Mustard Seed Mignonette with cucumber, shallot and dill. | #oysters #appetizers #partyappetizers www.feastingathome.com

Fresh oysters mignonette with cucumber, shallot and dill. Make the Mignonette ahead and shuck the oysters at the party.  These little guys are sure to please. Serve on a bed of ice.

Fresh & Light: LETTUCE Wraps and Lettuce Cups

Teriyaki Mushroom wraps

Delicious Vegan Lettuce Wraps are filled with Teriyaki Mushrooms and brown rice- a healthy delicious lunch or appetizer! #veganlunch #vegan #veganlettucewrap #shiitakewrap

These Vegan Lettuce Wraps are filled with Teriyaki Mushrooms and brown rice- a healthy delicious lunch or appetizer!

Mini Crab Louise

25 Appetizers to Bring to a Party! (That are not boring) Mini Crab Louie! Served in a fresh butter lettuce wrap with radish and avocado. Fresh and light, these flavorful appetizers are always the hit of the party! #crab #crablouise #appetizer #lettucewraps

Mini Crab Louie!  Fresh crab, served in butter lettuce cups with radish and avocado, drizzled with Crab Louie dressing. Fresh and light, these flavorful appetizers are always the hit of the party! Keto and low carb.

Vietnamese Chicken wraps

Vietnamese Chicken Lettuce Wraps, made with healthy veggies and your choice of chicken or tofu! Serve these up as a light and healthy appetizer or a refreshing lunch! #lettucewraps #healthyappetizers #partyappetizers www.feastingathome.com

Vietnamese Chicken Lettuce Wraps made with healthy veggies and your choice of chicken or tofu! Serve these up as a light and healthy appetizer or a refreshing lunch!

Lamb Kofta Wraps

Grilled Lamb Kofta Wraps are light and delicious, and BURSTING with Middle Eastern Flavor! Served with Tzatziki, these are low carb and high in protein.

Grilled Lamb Kofta Wraps are light and delicious, and BURSTING with Middle Eastern Flavor! Served with Tzatziki, these are low carb and high in protein.

Vietnamese Shrimp Wraps

Vietnamese Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Nuoc Cham, a light and refreshing appetizer, perfect for hot summer days. Flavorful, healthy and low in carbs and calories. #shrimp #shrimpappetizer #lowcarb #shrimpwrap #lettucewrap

Vietnamese Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Nuoc Cham, a light and refreshing appetizer, perfect for hot summer days. Flavorful, healthy and low in carbs and calories.

Crackers, Pita Chips and Boards!

Sourdough Crackers

How to make homemade crackers from sourdough discard or starter.  A quick, easy and adaptable recipe.  These crackers are crisp, tangy and incredibly addicting! #sourdough #discard #crackers #crackersrecipe

Sourdough Crackers made from sourdough discard or starter.  A quick, easy and adaptable recipe.  These crackers are crisp, tangy and incredibly addicting!

Winter Cheese Board

How to make a Winter Cheese Board with a good variety of cheeses, winter fruits, nuts, dried fruits, olives, and this delicious recipe for Blood Orange Marmalade. 

How to make a beautiful  Winter Cheese Board with a good variety of soft and hard cheeses ( blue cheese, aged cheddar cheese, triple cream brie, camembert, parmesan, pecorino,etc. )  winter fruits, spiced nuts, dried fruits, olives, and this delicious recipe for Blood Orange Marmalade. 

Rustic SeeD Crackers

Light and crisp, these Rustic Seed Crackers are keto, gluten-free and vegan.  This recipe is incredibly easy, flexible, adaptable and full of toasty rich flavor.  They are the perfect snack by themselves, and pair with most toppings. #ketocrackers #keto #crackers #seededcrakers #seedcrackers

Light and crisp, these Rustic Seed Crackers are keto, gluten-free and vegan.  This recipe is incredibly easy, flexible, adaptable and full of toasty rich flavor.  They are the perfect snack by themselves and pair with most toppings.

Homemade Pita Chips 

homemade pita chips

How to make beautiful homemade pita chips from scratch. Great for mezze platters, hummus, baba ganoush, or any of your favorite dips. Easy, vegan and fun to make!

Holiday Cheese Board

How to make a beautiful Holiday Cheese Board with Roasted Quince, figs, and persimmon, a selection of cheese, honey and olives.

Charcuterie Board

Charcuterie Board

This Charcuterie Board will wow your guests! Easy to make ahead- beautiful presentation!

Spectacular Brie Cake

25 Mouthwatering Party Appetizers (That are NOT Boring!) A simple Brie Cake topped with fresh berries, figs and grapes, drizzled with honey and served with seeded crackers -  an easy, festive appetizer or dessert, perfect for parties, celebrations and gatherings.  | #briecake #newyearseve #partyappetizers #appetizers www.feastingathome.com

A festive, holiday  Brie Cake topped with fresh berries, figs and grapes, drizzled with honey and served with seeded crackers –  a stunning but very easy holiday appetizer – perfect for parties, celebrations and gatherings!

 

Little Bites (AKA Finger Foods)

Besides making bruschetta ( see above) here are some fun finger foods for your party or gathering!

Stuffed Dates

25 Appetizers to Bring to a Party! (That are not boring) Stuffed Dates with Pistachios- and your choice or rose petals ( in Summer) or pomegranate seeds (in winter)- a simple easy appetizer to bring to your party, that can be made ahead!

Stuffed Dates with Pistachios and wild rose petals (in summer) or pomegranate seeds (in winter).  A simple easy appetizer that can be made ahead. Perfect for parties and gatherings!

Deviled Eggs

The Best EVER Deviled Eggs- Made with crumbled bacon ( or vegan bacon bits) cheddar and onion, simple and soooooo delicious! | #deviledeggs www.feastingathome.com #appetizer #partyappetizer

The Best EVER Deviled Eggs– made with crumbled bacon (or sub vegan bacon bits), cheddar and onion, simple and soooooo delicious!

Moroccan Meatballs with Pomegranate

Moroccan Meatballs! with Pomegranate Glaze - sumptuous and flavorful these easy lamb meatballs can be made ahead, then reheated in the oven right before your guests arrive.

Moroccan Meatballs! with Pomegranate Glaze – sumptuous and flavorful, these easy lamb meatballs can be made ahead, then reheated in the oven right before your guests arrive.

Maple Pecans

candied pecans with maple

These delicious  Maple Pecans are the perfect party snack! Made in just 15 minutes with only 3 ingredients! Oil free, Sugar Free, Vegan and totally foolproof! The BEST recipe that comes out perfect every time!

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Find the perfect appetizer recipe for your next party or gathering! These easy Appetizer Recipes include simple delicious dips, nibbles and bites, vegan appetizers, seafood appetizers, fun finger foods, seasonal bruschetta, healthy lettuce wraps, party snacks, lavish platters and cheese boards, plus homemade crackers! A little something for everyone:  Spiced Nuts.


Ingredients

Units Scale

Spiced Nuts:


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F (a toaster oven works here too)
  • In a small bowl, toss the nuts/seeds with the maple syrup, enough to coat well, and mix in the salt and spices.
  • Spread out on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake 13-15 minutes, stirring halfway through.  You want to get them toasted and generously golden- so the maple syrup hardens after cooling.
  • Remove from heat, and immediately “fluff” with a fork. Let them cool completely.
  • Once cooled they should be brittle enough to break apart. If they are soft, tacky or sticky- they needed longer in the oven- feel free to put them back in the oven and bake a little longer.

Notes

These make a great easy snack or lovely hostess gift!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ cup
  • Calories: 223
  • Sugar: 8.7 g
  • Sodium: 74.7 mg
  • Fat: 19.7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12.6 g
  • Fiber: 2.8 g
  • Protein: 2.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

 

 

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  1. Our favorite appetizer is the Mushroom Bruschetta with Triple Cream Brie, Sage and Truffle Oil all the way! Very much a crowd pleaser. So glad we found this blog in time for the holidays and of course, every day life!






  2. My favorites are the tandoori hummus and maple candies pecans. I LIVE for hummus and this is a really fun variation. The candied pecans are special because they are one of my dad’s favorite treats and I love that I’ll get to surprise him with some for Christmas!

  3. So many delicious and beautiful recipes on this site. Always looking here for inspiration. My go to appetizers are smoked salmon deviled eggs. My husband is an avid salmon fisherman and stocks our freezer each year with his catch and we spend three days in the fall preparing and smoking them all. Mostly for holiday gifts and potluck appetizers. Thank you for all the cooking tips through out the years!






  4. Favorites are bruschetta and cranberry and Brie snowflake baked in puff pastry with pistachios and walnuts on top

  5. These all look delicious-I think I see a few new favorites in my future! One of my party go-to’s lately has been fingerlings or other baby potatoes cut in tiny wedges, seasoned, and roasted and served with a simple dip.

  6. So many appetizers in one post!! Thank you so much for sharing such delicious recipes!! I sincerely look forward to receiving your emails…,

  7. Everything looks so yummy, crowd pleasing, and simple! I can’t wait to try every single one, but my favorite has to be the Vegan BBQ Spaghetti Squash . Being vegan and having many vegan friends/family, it’s hard to find new recipes that everyone will love but this sounds so delicious and a promising crowd pleaser. A new and exciting recipe that I can’t wait to try out! Thank you!






  8. HI Sylvia! The caponata has to be my favorite. Reminds me of being in Sicily this past summer. Another appetizer that I have tried is the Tandorri hummus, delicious every time. I cant wait to make more of these appetizers. So generous of you to have a giveaway this time of year. Happy Holidays to all.

  9. Your spring rolls are amazing. And the stuffed dates are next in line. Everything I have ever made from your site is wonderful. Thank you for sharing






  10. I like to keep appy’s simple – smoked tuna and creamy goat cheese are a fav, but I’m excited to try the Fresh Fig Bruschetta with Cambozola Cheese and Sage-infused Honey this holiday season
    Cheers!

  11. Ooh, Sylvia!
    What a spread of luscious and enticing appetizers! The Fresh Fig Bruschetta is making me drool!
    I guess my go-to is a bit boring in comparison. But I regularly make a big bowl of Cowboy Caviar. It’s good with chips, on mini pitas, or just by the spoonful. It also makes a great topping over hummus.

  12. I truly love all the recipes! I love the richness of spices and healthy appeal. If I have to choose I would go with spring rolls. Thank you for all you do and happy, blessed new year!






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