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  6. 25 Easy 10-Minute No-Cook Appetizers

25 Easy 10-Minute No-Cook Appetizers

Updated November 18, 2019
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No one wants to be stuck in the kitchen while entertaining, and you can still be a great host without spending hours behind the stove. These no-cook appetizers require 10 minutes or less to prep, so you can be relaxed when guests arrive. Whip up a few of these super-easy finger foods, shake up some cocktails and enjoy time mingling with your friends and family.
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Classic Hummus

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It's easy to make hummus at home with just a few pantry items. Serve drizzled with your best-quality extra-virgin olive oil and chopped parsley. Mop it up with warm whole-wheat pita bread or cut-up vegetables.

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Tomato & Avocado Salsa

<p>You'll love this quick and delicious salsa so much, you'll want to make it for every occasion!</p>
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You'll love this quick and delicious salsa so much, you'll want to make it for every occasion!

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Pumpkin Spice Dip

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There's something quite addicting about the unexpected taste of this pumpkin spice cream cheese tip.

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Turmeric-Ginger Tahini Dip

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Flavored with turmeric, ginger and garlic, this tahini dip recipe is perfect for dipping vegetables or topping your next falafel.

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Apricot Canapes

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These sweet and savory bites are like a cheese course in a bite.

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Serrano-Wrapped Plums

<p>In this simple appetizer recipe, cloaking juicy stone fruit with rich ribbons of cured meat is a quick and simple route to salty-sweet perfection. Serve on your next cheese board with Spanish Manchego cheese and Marcona almonds.</p>
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In this simple appetizer recipe, cloaking juicy stone fruit with rich ribbons of cured meat is a quick and simple route to salty-sweet perfection. Serve on your next cheese board with Spanish Manchego cheese and Marcona almonds.

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Smoked Salmon Tartare

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Smoked salmon gets an added crunch when served on radish slices.

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Tomato-Basil Skewers

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

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Date Wraps

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Sweet dates and salty prosciutto combine in a tasty bite.

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Peach Caprese Skewers

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Fresh peaches liven up a classic caprese salad in this super-fast snack. Make this recipe for one or make a bunch for a party appetizer.

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Herbed Olives

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Dried herbs and crushed garlic dress up your favorite olives.

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Avocado Hummus

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This vibrant green hummus recipe couldn't be easier--just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and whir away! Aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas) and avocado make this healthy dip extra smooth and creamy. Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudités.

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Celery with Confetti Cream Cheese

<p>Chopped carrots, tomatoes, kalamata olives, basil and lemon peel make a colorful cream cheese dip for crunchy celery sticks.</p>
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Chopped carrots, tomatoes, kalamata olives, basil and lemon peel make a colorful cream cheese dip for crunchy celery sticks.

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Smoked Tofu & Vegetable Sushi Rolls

<p>Skip the rice and roll up veggies and protein for this healthy sushi snack. If you can't find smoked tofu, try teriyaki or another Asian-flavored baked tofu.</p>
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Skip the rice and roll up veggies and protein for this healthy sushi snack. If you can't find smoked tofu, try teriyaki or another Asian-flavored baked tofu.

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Pineapple Salsa Bruschetta

<p>Satisfy your hunger with these sweet bruschetta. Topped with pineapple salsa and a soft, garlicky cheese, this easy snack is ready in minutes.</p>
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Satisfy your hunger with these sweet bruschetta. Topped with pineapple salsa and a soft, garlicky cheese, this easy snack is ready in minutes.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Avocado & Melon Bites

<p>This classic combination of melon and prosciutto gets a bit of creamy deliciousness from goat cheese. The avocado adds a touch of decadence and good-for-you nutrients. This appetizer recipe is worth bookmarking for your next dinner party, since all of the ingredients are incredibly simple to find and easy to keep on hand.</p>
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This classic combination of melon and prosciutto gets a bit of creamy deliciousness from goat cheese. The avocado adds a touch of decadence and good-for-you nutrients. This appetizer recipe is worth bookmarking for your next dinner party, since all of the ingredients are incredibly simple to find and easy to keep on hand.

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Homemade Ranch Dressing with Veggies

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Make a big batch of homemade ranch dressing to keep on hand for dipping crisp, raw vegetables anytime for a healthy snack both kids and adults will enjoy.

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Sliced Tomatoes with Pesto Drizzle

<p>Prepared pesto whisked with a little vinegar makes the perfect dressing for sliced ripe tomatoes.</p>
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Prepared pesto whisked with a little vinegar makes the perfect dressing for sliced ripe tomatoes.

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Avocado-Yogurt Dip

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Update your guacamole recipe by adding protein-packed yogurt to make a healthy dip recipe. For an extra kick, add minced jalapeño or your favorite hot sauce for some zing! Serve this healthy dip recipe with crunchy vegetables, pita chips or pretzels, or use as a sandwich spread.

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Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp

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

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Steak-&-Boursin-Wrapped Bells

<p>This recipe calls for precooked steak, but for even quicker preparation (and a true no-cook appetizer), try deli roast beef.</p>
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This recipe calls for precooked steak, but for even quicker preparation (and a true no-cook appetizer), try deli roast beef.

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Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese

<p>Tangy horseradish flavors this smoked salmon cream cheese. Serve it spread on rice crackers for an impromptu cocktail party snack.</p>
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Tangy horseradish flavors this smoked salmon cream cheese. Serve it spread on rice crackers for an impromptu cocktail party snack.

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Easy Black Bean Dip

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Smoked paprika and ground chipotles add a robust, earthy flavor to this creamy bean dip, but you can also use regular paprika and cayenne if you don't have the other spices on hand.

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Harissa Mackerel & Endive

<p>Harissa, the flavorful chili paste from Tunisia, gives this mackerel salad a spicy punch. If you need an alternative, try another chili paste, such as gochujang, sambal oelek or chile-garlic paste.</p>
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Harissa, the flavorful chili paste from Tunisia, gives this mackerel salad a spicy punch. If you need an alternative, try another chili paste, such as gochujang, sambal oelek or chile-garlic paste.

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Black-Eyed Pea Dip

<p>In this black-eyed pea dip recipe, black-eyed peas are pureed with extra-virgin olive oil, red-wine vinegar, garlic and thyme&mdash;a nice alternative to hummus. Try this protein-rich black-eyed pea dip with your favorite fresh vegetables or baked pita chips.</p>
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In this black-eyed pea dip recipe, black-eyed peas are pureed with extra-virgin olive oil, red-wine vinegar, garlic and thyme—a nice alternative to hummus. Try this protein-rich black-eyed pea dip with your favorite fresh vegetables or baked pita chips.

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    1 of 25 Classic Hummus
    2 of 25 Tomato & Avocado Salsa
    3 of 25 Pumpkin Spice Dip
    4 of 25 Turmeric-Ginger Tahini Dip
    5 of 25 Apricot Canapes
    6 of 25 Serrano-Wrapped Plums
    7 of 25 Smoked Salmon Tartare
    8 of 25 Tomato-Basil Skewers
    9 of 25 Date Wraps
    10 of 25 Peach Caprese Skewers
    11 of 25 Herbed Olives
    12 of 25 Avocado Hummus
    13 of 25 Celery with Confetti Cream Cheese
    14 of 25 Smoked Tofu & Vegetable Sushi Rolls
    15 of 25 Pineapple Salsa Bruschetta
    16 of 25 Prosciutto-Wrapped Avocado & Melon Bites
    17 of 25 Homemade Ranch Dressing with Veggies
    18 of 25 Sliced Tomatoes with Pesto Drizzle
    19 of 25 Avocado-Yogurt Dip
    20 of 25 Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp
    21 of 25 Steak-&-Boursin-Wrapped Bells
    22 of 25 Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese
    23 of 25 Easy Black Bean Dip
    24 of 25 Harissa Mackerel & Endive
    25 of 25 Black-Eyed Pea Dip

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