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    20 Healthy Appetizers for a Delicious Start to Any Meal

    Published: Jun 1, 2024 by Amy Sandidge · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Discover a collection of 20 healthy appetizers that are as easy to prepare as they are delicious. Perfect for summer, these light and refreshing recipes include everything from various types of hummus to ceviche, salads, and dips. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a quick snack, these appetizers will keep you feeling light and satisfied.

    Roasted Carrot Hummus

    Women dipping a cucumber slice in carrot hummus.
    Image Credit: Midwestern Lifestyle.

    Creamy Roasted Carrot Hummus is a sweet and smoky puree of roasted carrots, warm spices, roasted garlic, and red peppers. Versatile, easy recipe, delicious with pita bread or fresh vegetables, and a great bean-free alternative to traditional hummus. To learn more: Link text

    Cucumber Pico de Gallo

    Cucumber pico de gallo in a white bowl.
    Image Credit: Midwestern Lifestyle.

    Cucumber pico de gallo is a simple fresh salsa recipe brimming with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, jalapeno, lime, and garlic. Easy to make and delicious on everything! To learn more: Link text

    Burrata Caprese

    Burrata caprese on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Little Nonni.

    Burrata caprese is bright, fresh, and full of flavor. Made with creamy burrata instead of mozzarella, it's a delicious twist on the traditional caprese salad. It's ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for an appetizer or snack! To learn more: Link text

    Peruvian Ceviche with Leche de Tigre

    Peruvian ceviche in a white bowl with a spoon.
    Image Credit: A Little Spoon.

    Move over poke, here comes Peruvian ceviche with leche de tigre. A marinade made with lime juice, fish stock, herbs and aromatics. This simple and delightfully acidic dish, will awaken all of your tastebuds and make them shout for joy! To learn more: Link text

    High Protein Hummus

    Hummus in a white dish surrounded by cucumber slices.
    Image Credit: A Sweet Alternative.

    This high protein hummus is perfect if you’re looking for ways to boost your intake of plant-based protein. This creamy, flavorful hummus is quick and easy to make. To learn more: Link text

    Dill Pickle Cottage Cheese Dip

    Dill pickle hummus in a white bowl.
    Image Credit: Life Around the Table.

    This high-protein Cottage Cheese Dip is a quick 10-minute recipe, ideal for daily snacking or as an appetizer for party platters. It's a super simple dip that brings out the deliciousness of dill pickles and makes eating your veggies extra tasty! The creamy and tangy flavor of this dip will have you coming back for more. To learn more: Link text

    Tuna Cakes

    Tuna patties on a white plate with lemons.
    Image Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    If you're looking for an easy and delicious way to serve tuna, try these savory Tuna Cakes. Each cake is crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside. To learn more: Link text

    Honey Roasted Chickpeas With Ginger

    Honey roasted chickpeas in a white bowl.
    Image Credit: Dancing Through the Rain.

    These Honey Roasted Chickpeas with Ginger will easily tempt your taste buds. With sweet honey and a warm kick of ginger, these are a healthy snack on the next level! To learn more: Link text

    Avocado Cilantro Garlic Hummus

    avocado cilantro garlic hummus in a black bowl.
    Image Credit: Dancing Through the Rain.

    Avocado Cilantro Garlic Hummus is a healthy dip that will be ready in minutes! An easy recipe that combines creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, spicy jalapeno, and tart lime for a delicious twist on traditional hummus. To learn more: Link text

    Cucumber Hummus Appetizers

    cucumber hummus appetizers on a white platter.
    Image Credit: Simple and Savory.

    Cucumber hummus appetizers are made with crisp cucumber slices and creamy hummus, they are a delicious mix of cool, crisp, and creamy. These bite-sized appetizers are the perfect finger food appetizer or healthy snack. To learn more: Link text

    Zucchini Chips in the Air Fryer

    Air fried zucchini chips in a bowl.
    Image Credit: Little Nomads Recipes.

    Zucchini Chips in the Air Fryer is a unique take on the classic parmesan-coated version. These gluten and cheese-free chips are delightfully crisp with a hint of Tajin spice. To learn more: Link text

    Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

    Stuffed celery on a white platter.
    Image Credit: A Southern Soul.

    Celery sticks stuffed with cream cheese, bacon, herbs, and cheddar cheese are outrageously good! Served as an appetizer or snack, this is a recipe that’s sure to become a favorite at parties, cookouts, and family gatherings and a must for Thanksgiving and Christmas. To learn more: Link text

    Parmesan Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

    Women dipping a zucchini fry into ketchup.
    Image Credit: Love and Other Spices.

    These Parmesan Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are crispy, flavorful and healthier than traditional fried zucchini. With a crispy, cheesy coating and tender inside, they’ll become a family favorite. To learn more: Link text

    Cherry Tomato Salad

    cherry tomato salad in a white bowl.
    Image Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    Made with fresh summer cherry tomatoes marinated in a simple combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh garlic, and herbs, this Cherry Tomato Salad is light, flavorful, and so delicious. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb, it’s the perfect summer side dish or light lunch. To learn more: Link text

    Beetroot Hummus Without Tahini

    Beetroot hummus in a brown bowl.
    Image Credit: A Red Spatula.

    If you are a hummus lover, but maybe don't love tahini that much, join the club. This Beetroot Hummus without Tahini is the recipe for you. It comes together quickly and is creamy, delicious, and perfect for dipping! To learn more: Link text

    Loaded Cauliflower Tots

    Cauliflower tots on a baking sheet.
    Image Credit: Haute and Healthy Living.

    Transform steamed cauliflower into tasty little bites by making some of these healthy loaded Cauliflower Tots with kale! They’re a fun and easy way to incorporate some extra veggies and they’re also a great addition to the menu for baby-led weaning or as a finger food for toddlers! (Low carb, keto, gluten-free & vegetarian) To learn more: Link text

    Easy Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizers

    Goat cheese cucumber appetizers on a white plate.
    Image Credit: Haute and Healthy Living.

    This gorgeous cucumber goat cheese appetizer is the perfect appetizer! Each of the little cucumber bites are topped with a flavor-packed avocado and goat cheese mixture and a colorful garnish of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs. They’re healthy, incredibly easy to make, so light, and delicious! To learn more: Link text

    Crudite Platter

    Veggie platter with hummus and other dips.
    Image Credit: Modern Honey.

    How to make a beautiful Crudite Platter with vegetables and dips. I am sharing my favorite veggie dip recipes, what vegetables to put on a veggie tray, and how to arrange one. It is so easy to make a stunning vegetable platter! To learn more: Link text

    Spinach Artichoke Dip

    spinach artichoke dip in  a clear dish.
    Image Credit: Mae's Menu.

    Lower in fat but still just as tasty, this recipe is lower in fat than most traditional recipes, thanks to Greek yogurt and light cream cheese. Fresh spinach, artichokes, garlic, and mozzarella cheese bring this dip layers of flavor and texture. This artichoke spinach dip is not to be missed! To learn more: Link text

    Vegan White Bean Dip

    Vegan white bean dip in a bowl with chips.
    Image Credit: Chenée Today.

    This Vegan White Bean Dip is an easy game day appetizer and a light alternative to heavy, fried snacks! This vegan white bean dip came together so easily with lemon zest, fresh garlic, robust olive oil, and crushed pistachios. To learn more: Link text

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