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  4. 17 Spring Appetizers You Can Make in 20 Minutes

17 Spring Appetizers You Can Make in 20 Minutes

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Leah Goggins April 15, 2022
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Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing
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Whether you're entertaining friends or just in the mood for a little amuse-bouche, these simple spring recipes have you covered. Head to the farmers' market or grocery store to see what looks most delicious—from radishes and avocados to lemons and strawberries—then choose an appetizer perfect for showing off your produce. Recipes like our Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta and Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing are simple bites you can prepare in just 20 minutes or less.

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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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Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta

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This stunning yet easy appetizer recipe infuses creamy ricotta with fresh herbs and lemon. Serve with whole-grain crackers and cut-up vegetables or use as a spread for sandwiches or sauce for pasta.

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Strawberry & Brie Bites

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Strawberries, Brie cheese, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar come together in this addictive one-bite appetizer recipe.

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Spinach-Feta Dip with Dill

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Try this spinach dip, spiked with fresh dill and briny feta cheese, as a sandwich spread--or serve alongside crackers or crudité.

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Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing

Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing
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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.

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Skillet Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

Skillet Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
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This skillet sun-dried tomato dip is creamy, but also gets a hit of sweetness from roasted bell peppers to complement the sun-dried tomatoes. It's cooked and served all in the same skillet, cutting down on dishes. Serve it with crackers, toasted bread or fresh-cut veggies.

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Mini Bell Pepper Pebre

Mini Bell Pepper Pebre
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This version of pebre, a Chilean condiment, combines bell peppers, tomatoes, parsley and cilantro for a fresh bite.

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Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers

Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers
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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.

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Deviled Eggs with Crabmeat

Deviled Eggs with Crabmeat
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Jessica B. Harris looks to the Creole cooking traditions of the Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe for these deviled eggs, adding crab meat to the filling. Harris calls this recipe a winner and the only problem is keeping them from disappearing from the table too quickly. Read more about these deviled eggs and Harris' experiences in Guadeloupe here.

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Radish Tea Sandwiches with Creamy Dill Spread

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In this radish tea sandwich recipe with a creamy dill spread, the delicate tea sandwiches are served open-face to show off the pretty sliced radishes on top.

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Ham-&-Cheese Purses

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With easy bread dough standing by in your fridge, you can bake up these savory muffins in just 20 minutes.

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Apricot, Prosciutto & Parmesan Bites

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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.

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Goat Cheese Crostini with Mushrooms & Brown Butter

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Serve these savory herbed crostini with a big green salad. Looking for a heartier meal? Top each toast with a poached or fried egg.

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Traditional Greek Tahini Dip

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Super creamy with the nutty flavor of sesame seeds, this homemade tahini sauce recipe is a popular way to begin a meal in Cyprus. Serve with crudités and pita.

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Smoked Salmon & Avocado Toasts

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They would have been canapés back in 1979--today they're trendy avocado toasts. Let your guests creatively customize their nibbles by setting out an array of garnishes for this healthy appetizer.

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Steamed Artichokes with Lemon-Basil Aioli

Steamed Artichokes with Lemon-Basil Aioli
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The simplest way to make artichokes: cook them whole and eat your way to the tender heart leaf-by-leaf. And they cook up in less than 10 minutes in the microwave!

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Mini Peppers

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Wrapping prosciutto around mini bell peppers is an easy way to upgrade the vegetable into an impressive, tasty appetizer.

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    1 of 17 Avocado Hummus
    2 of 17 Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta
    3 of 17 Strawberry & Brie Bites
    4 of 17 Spinach-Feta Dip with Dill
    5 of 17 Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing
    6 of 17 Skillet Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
    7 of 17 Mini Bell Pepper Pebre
    8 of 17 Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers
    9 of 17 Deviled Eggs with Crabmeat
    10 of 17 Radish Tea Sandwiches with Creamy Dill Spread
    11 of 17 Ham-&-Cheese Purses
    12 of 17 Apricot, Prosciutto & Parmesan Bites
    13 of 17 Goat Cheese Crostini with Mushrooms & Brown Butter
    14 of 17 Traditional Greek Tahini Dip
    15 of 17 Smoked Salmon & Avocado Toasts
    16 of 17 Steamed Artichokes with Lemon-Basil Aioli
    17 of 17 Prosciutto-Wrapped Mini Peppers

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