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Salmon Classic

Smoked salmon is always a cocktail party favorite.

» Salmon Classic

Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks

Our oven-baked zucchini sticks taste every bit as good as their deep-fried brethren with only a fraction of the fat and calories. Serve with a side of your favorite marinara sauce for dipping.

» Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks

Tomato-Basil Skewers

Skewering mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes makes them easy to nosh at a party.

» Tomato-Basil Skewers

Steak-&-Boursin-Wrapped Bells

For an even quicker preparation, try deli roast beef.

» Steak-&-Boursin-Wrapped Bells

Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp

Marinating precooked shrimp in garlic- and lemon-infused oil is a simple yet elegant appetizer.

» Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp

Spinach-&-Brie-Topped Artichoke Hearts

In this deconstructed version of hot spinach-artichoke dip, we stuff artichoke hearts with lightly seasoned cooked spinach and melt brie on top.

» Spinach-&-Brie-Topped Artichoke Hearts

Crab Quesadillas

These quesadillas have an irresistibly creamy filling. They also make great appetizers. Make it a meal: Serve with your favorite salsa on top and a cup of black bean soup topped with chopped avocado.

» Crab Quesadillas


Tasty appetizers that help make entertaining easy and fun.

Whether you need quick nibbles to satisfy predinner hunger pangs or you’re hosting a party, this collection of tasty, healthy appetizer recipes is sure to hit the spot. These appetizers are party-ready in 30 minutes or less, and the emphasis is an delicious and healthy ingredients like fresh bell peppers and shrimp. Fun-to-eat tomato-basil skewers, studded with chunks of tomato and mozzarella, boast calcium and vitamin C. Or combine beans and cheese in classic Tex-Mex dip, which packs plenty of vitamin A, vitamin C and calcium. From crowd-pleasing dips and spreads to delicious canapés, you’ll find tasty ideas that will have people eating in no time.

Appetizers ready in 15 minutes or less

These sweet and savory bites are like a cheese course in a bite.
This lively dip can be made in minutes. Serve with baked tortilla chips.
Spread this bean puree on crackers, on a vegetable sandwich or dip assorted...
Tangy buttermilk and fresh mint make this chilled soup a refreshing starter in the...
Try experimenting with this basic recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins--like...
Marinating precooked shrimp in garlic- and lemon-infused oil is a simple yet elegant...
Marinating olives in aromatic herbs and a touch of lemon zest is an ideal way to...
Smoked salmon is always a cocktail party favorite.
For an even quicker preparation, try deli roast beef.
Skewering mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes makes them easy to nosh at a party.
A super scooper for your favorite dips.
Enriched with walnuts and olive oil, a jar of roasted peppers quickly turns into...

Appetizers ready in 30 minutes or less

Savory, smoky and slightly sweet, these are great with roast pork loin, a hearty...
Roasting peppers intensifies their natural sweetness and gives them a depth of...
These quesadillas have an irresistibly creamy filling. They also make great...
Serve with low-fat baked tortilla chips.
Lots of freshly chopped herbs add zing to our white bean dip. Serve with assorted...
This is a famous dish along the Yangtze, with regional variations. In Shanghai, the...
This recipe was inspired by a scene in the Oscar-nominated film Quiz Show. Serve...
Our oven-baked zucchini sticks taste every bit as good as their deep-fried brethren...
Roasting isn't just for turkey. Roasting fruit, in this case grapes, brings out...
These are delicious with Spicy Cucumber Dipping Sauce.
In this deconstructed version of hot spinach-artichoke dip, we stuff artichoke...
It's definitely worth making your own--fresh-baked low-fat chips have a more...

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