Healthy Recipes Healthy Appetizer Recipes 16 15-Minute Appetizers for a Summer Dinner By EatingWell Editors EatingWell Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Articles by "EatingWell Editors" are a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, articles are updated by a number of writers and editors over time to keep the information as up-to-date and comprehensive as possible. The EatingWell team includes industry-leading food and nutrition editors, registered dietitians, expert Test Kitchen staffers and designers who produce award-winning journalism, delicious recipes and engaging content. Our work has earned more than 50 national and international awards for writing, editing, art direction, creative marketing and publishing excellence EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on July 4, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Whether you need hors d'oeuvres to wow your guests or a light snack while you prep dinner, these quick and tasty appetizers are here to save the day. Dips, cheese boards and skewers make great starters you'll come back to again and again. Recipes like our Classic Southern Appetizer Board and Taco Dip with Tomato Wedges will have you snacking all summer. 01 of 16 Canapés with Peach, Sage & Prosciutto View Recipe There are endless ways to change up these canapés--plums and tarragon, cherries and mint, apricots and chervil. Mix 6 ounces of softened goat cheese with 1 tablespoon honey if you can't find honey chèvre. 02 of 16 Spinach-Feta Dip with Dill View Recipe Try this spinach dip, spiked with fresh dill and briny feta cheese, as a sandwich spread--or serve alongside crackers or crudité. 03 of 16 Classic Southern Appetizer Board View Recipe Treat your party guests to a classic Southern spread with deviled eggs, spiced pecans, ham, cheese and fresh fruit with this festive party board. We've included a combination of homemade and store-bought ingredients for an abundant board that doesn't take too long to assemble. A note on nutrition: This board is hearty enough to stand in for dinner or lunch, but if you're planning on serving it as an appetizer before the main meal, go light on things like nuts, crackers and cheese dip to keep sodium and calories in check. 04 of 16 Tequila Guacamole View Recipe Margarita lovers will go crazy for this twist on classic guacamole. Spiking your guacamole with tequila adds an extra layer of flavor and blends deliciously with the fresh lime juice and jalapeño. This guacamole is for grown-ups only, but you can omit the tequila if you're serving to kids. 05 of 16 Spiced-Yogurt Tomato Salad & Naan View Recipe Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh Here we make a creamy tomato salad perfect for scooping up and eating with your favorite naan, or any flatbread you have on hand will do. 06 of 16 Taco Dip with Tomato Wedges View Recipe Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh Enjoy a fresh tomato in all its ripe glory with this simple creamy dip. A little taco seasoning, lime and cheese adds tons of flavor to protein-packed Greek yogurt for a satisfying snack. 07 of 16 Black Bean Hummus View Recipe Casey Barber For a slightly Southwestern spin on hummus, swap in black beans for the traditional chickpeas. It's just as fiber-rich and filling, but with a taste that pairs well with tortilla chips and crisp bell peppers. 08 of 16 Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers View Recipe Victor Protasio This super-creamy whipped feta dip is savory with just a hint of sweetness from honey. This healthy dip is perfect for veggies, whole-grain crackers or bread. 09 of 16 Summer Melon & Cheese Board View Recipe Serve this pretty appetizer board for summer parties when watermelon, honeydew and cantaloupe are at their juiciest and tastiest. The sweetness of the melon plays wonderfully against the salty cheese and prosciutto, while a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of fresh herbs add bright flavors and colors to the board. 10 of 16 Vegan Ranch Dressing View Recipe Jennifer Causey Serve this creamy vegan ranch dressing alongside fresh or roasted veggies for dipping, as a spread for vegan sandwiches or as a salad dressing for hearty greens. It's also great with Vegan Cauliflower Buffalo Wings. 11 of 16 Salami, Cheddar & Pepperoncini Charcuterie Sticks View Recipe Jacob Fox Salami, Cheddar cheese and pepperoncini deliver flavor in every bite in this easy appetizer. 12 of 16 Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing View Recipe Jason Donnelly This quick and easy radish recipe will get you ready for spring. Traditional green goddess is made with mayo and sour cream but here we use avocado, buttermilk and yogurt to achieve a lightened-up, creamy dressing. 13 of 16 Nordic Appetizer Board View Recipe Put this robust appetizer board with salmon, eggs, pickles and vegetables out for a backyard party or serve it for brunch. Look for tomatoes in a variety of colors for the prettiest presentation. Feel free to add additional vegetables, such as radishes and carrots, to the board. 14 of 16 Manchego, Pepper Drop & Chorizo Charcuterie Sticks View Recipe Jacob Fox Manchego cheese pairs perfectly with sweet and tangy pepper drops. If you can't find small pickled peppers, a larger one cut into pieces will work well too. 15 of 16 Watermelon with Mint Gremolata View Recipe This flavor-boosting combo of mint and lime, inspired by the traditional Italian herb-and-garlic gremolata recipe, livens up juicy watermelon. Put a platter out at your next cookout and watch it disappear in an instant. 16 of 16 Apricot, Prosciutto & Parmesan Bites View Recipe Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D. These 3-ingredient apricot, Parmesan and prosciutto bites are as simple to make as they look, and they taste even better. Simply layer each ingredient on top of the other and secure with a toothpick for an easy bite-size starter. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit