These appetizers are excellent for any occasion, whether you’re searching for a flavorful dip to share with your guests or some easy snacks to pass around during the holidays. Each recipe calls for less than ten minutes of active preparation time, allowing you to wow your visitors without putting undue strain on yourself. Delicious ways to begin any meal can be found in recipes such as our Air-Frieder Buffalo Wings and Baked Brie with Jam in Puff Pastry.
1. Baked Brie with Jam in Puff Pastry
Serve this delectable yet simple appetizer with apple wedges and crackers, and watch it go off the table in a matter of moments. It is certain to become your new go-to item at parties.
2. Vegan Queso
Cashews, when ground, can be used to make a dip that is creamy and does not include any dairy products. To make a simple and nutritious vegan appetizer, serve with tortilla chips and assorted vegetables.
3. Air-Fryer Buffalo Wings
Because of the air fryer, you can enjoy the delightfully crispy chicken wings that are a staple at sports bars in the comfort of your own house with only ten minutes of hands-on active preparation time. In point of fact, one of EatingWell’s recipe testers proclaimed that this Buffalo wing recipe for the air fryer is “a reason to buy an air fryer.” You can make a deliciously nutritious version of wings by serving them with a hot sauce, carrot sticks, celery sticks, and ranch dressing for dipping. These wings are sure to be a hit.
4. Guacamole-Stuffed Mini Peppers
This recipe for a nutritious snack features an extremely straightforward homemade guacamole that couldn’t be simpler to prepare. We reduce the amount of carbohydrates we eat by either packing the guacamole inside half tiny bell peppers or using the pepper halves as dippers for guacamole rather than tortilla chips.
5. Air-Fryer Cauliflower Gnocchi with Marinara Dipping Sauce
These delectable morsels are ideal for serving as an appetizer or side dish whenever you need something simple to prepare. The use of an air fryer results in the exterior of the cauliflower gnocchi having a coating that is crispy and cheesy while the interior remains tender. The marinara sauce is the ideal condiment to use for dipping.
6. Tequila Guacamole
Tequila Guacamole Margarita fans will go absolutely bonkers for this unique take on the traditional appetizer guacamole. Tequila brings out an additional dimension of taste in guacamole, which pairs wonderfully with the fresh lime juice and jalapenos that are also present in the dish. If you are going to serve this guacamole to children, you should leave out the tequila because it contains an alcoholic beverage.
7. Turmeric-Ginger Tahini Dip
This recipe for tahini dip, which is flavored with turmeric, ginger, and garlic, is excellent for dipping vegetables or using it as a topping for your next falafel dish.
8. Avocado Hummus
Simply throw a few ingredients into the food processor and give it a whirl to make this brilliant green hummus recipe. It couldn’t be simpler! This healthful dip is made extra smooth and creamy by using aquafaba, which is the liquid that is left over from cooking chickpeas, and avocado. Crudités, veggie chips, or pita chips can be served alongside.
9. Baked Brie with Blackberry Jam
Whether it’s encased in a flaky pastry, cut into bite-size pieces, or covered in a fruity jam like in this recipe, baked brie is a classic party appetizer that’s sure to please a large number of people. A wheel of Brie is spread with blackberry jam, placed in the oven for ten minutes, and then served with crisp apple slices (or crackers) in this simple appetizer that requires only three ingredients. You’ll be left wondering why you don’t prepare it more frequently given how uncomplicated and tasty it is.
10. Black-Eyed Pea Dip
An excellent substitute for hummus, black-eyed pea dip is made by pureeing black-eyed peas with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and thyme. This dip is served with pita chips. You should serve this black-eyed pea dip with your favorite baked pita chips or fresh vegetables. It’s loaded with protein.
11. Rosemary-Goat Cheese Toast
In this healthy toast dish, crusty bread is topped with a dollop of creamy goat cheese, fragrant rosemary, and a drizzle of sweet honey. This toast is the ideal accompaniment to a bowl of soup and also makes a quick and easy snack.
12. Garlic Hummus
Simply chuck a few ingredients into a food processor and let it do its thing to make this traditional hummus recipe; it couldn’t be simpler! This healthful dip is made extra smooth and creamy by using aquafaba, which is the liquid that comes from a can of chickpeas. Crudités, veggie chips, or pita chips can be served alongside.
13. Avocado Tea Sandwiches
To make this vivid hummus recipe, just chuck a few ingredients in the food processor and let it do its thing. It couldn’t be simpler! This nutritious dip gets an added flavor boost from being roasted with beets. Crudités, veggie chips, or pita chips can be served alongside.
14. Roasted Beet Hummus
To make this vivid hummus recipe, just chuck a few ingredients in the food processor and let it do its thing. It couldn’t be simpler! This nutritious dip gets an added flavor boost from being roasted with beets. Crudités, veggie chips, or pita chips can be served alongside.
15. Bruschetta Planks
Flatbread crackers made with healthy grains are used as the base for a speedy meal for either an appetizer or a snack with an Italian flavor. These crackers are topped with peppers, mushrooms, tomato, and shredded Parmesan cheese.
16. Roasted Buffalo Chickpeas
Before baking them in the oven, giving chickpeas a tangy flavor by soaking them in a vinegary spicy sauce first makes them more appetizing. What is the result? A crunchy food that is actually beneficial to your health, despite its addictive nature.
18. Goat Cheese & Chive Guacamole
The traditional flavor of guacamole is given a new twist with the addition of goat cheese in this foolproof recipe. The result is a delicious dip with a sharper flavor. It goes well with crunchy veggies like kohlrabi and carrots, so serve it alongside tortilla chips.
18. Avocado-Yogurt Dip
To create a healthier dip recipe, you can modernize your guacamole recipe by including protein-rich yogurt in it. Add some minced jalapeno or your preferred hot sauce for additional zing and an extra kick. You may use this nutritious dip recipe as a spread on sandwiches, pita chips, or pretzels, or you can serve it with crisp vegetables.