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Make these easy appetizers in just 20 minutes or less. Each delicious recipe meets ourdiabetes-appropriate nutrition parameters, meaning they’re lower in calories and saturated fat, use sodium-conscious ingredients and have no more than 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving. Plus, these flavorful dips, finger sandwiches, mini wraps and more containcomplex carbslike fruits, veggies, legumes and whole grains to support healthy digestion and help manage blood sugar levels. Recipes like our Reuben Pickle Bites and Loaded Black Bean Dip make delicious pre-dinner bites or nutritious, crowd-pleasing snacks for festivities.
01of 17Loaded Black Bean DipView RecipeThis is a 7-layer black bean dip simplified: Just heat and season refried beans, then top with fresh vegetables for a texturally exciting dip.
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Loaded Black Bean Dip
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This is a 7-layer black bean dip simplified: Just heat and season refried beans, then top with fresh vegetables for a texturally exciting dip.
02of 17Reuben Pickle BitesView RecipeThis pickle-on-a-stick appetizer has all the flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich in one small bite. Watch this crowd-pleasing no-cook appetizer disappear in a snap at a party, game-watch or tailgate.
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Reuben Pickle Bites
This pickle-on-a-stick appetizer has all the flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich in one small bite. Watch this crowd-pleasing no-cook appetizer disappear in a snap at a party, game-watch or tailgate.
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Light & Airy Whipped Cottage Cheese
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst
04of 17Grilled Romaine with Avocado-Lime DressingView RecipeRomaine lettuce takes on a nice charred, smoky flavor with a quick trip to the grill in this healthy wedge salad recipe. Avocado makes the dressing extra-creamy without any cream. Serve alongside grilled chicken or fish.
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Grilled Romaine with Avocado-Lime Dressing
Romaine lettuce takes on a nice charred, smoky flavor with a quick trip to the grill in this healthy wedge salad recipe. Avocado makes the dressing extra-creamy without any cream. Serve alongside grilled chicken or fish.
05of 17Rosemary-Goat Cheese ToastView RecipeCrusty bread is topped with a touch of creamy goat cheese, fragrant rosemary and a drizzle of sweet honey in this healthy toast recipe that makes a perfect soup pairing or an easy snack.
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Rosemary-Goat Cheese Toast
Crusty bread is topped with a touch of creamy goat cheese, fragrant rosemary and a drizzle of sweet honey in this healthy toast recipe that makes a perfect soup pairing or an easy snack.
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Easy Scallion-Salmon Dip
07of 17Strawberry & Brie BitesView RecipeStrawberries, Brie cheese, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar come together in this addictive one-bite appetizer recipe.
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Strawberry & Brie Bites
Strawberries, Brie cheese, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar come together in this addictive one-bite appetizer recipe.
08of 17Thai Chile-Curry DipView RecipeCharlotte & Johnny AutryCurry paste lends a pop of heat to this 7-layer dip, while carrots and snap peas add fresh crunch on top. Look for roasted peanut oil for the strongest nutty flavor.
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Thai Chile-Curry Dip
Charlotte & Johnny Autry
Curry paste lends a pop of heat to this 7-layer dip, while carrots and snap peas add fresh crunch on top. Look for roasted peanut oil for the strongest nutty flavor.
09of 17Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Bell PeppersView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughA quick spread of pimiento cheese stuffs these mini bell peppers for an easy, three-ingredient appetizer.
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Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers
Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
A quick spread of pimiento cheese stuffs these mini bell peppers for an easy, three-ingredient appetizer.
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3-Ingredient Kalamata-Olive Hummus
Who doesn’t like hummus? It’s an easy snack or appetizer as is, but jazzing it up with simple toppings can make it feel like a special starter. Here we top store-bought hummus with Kalamata olives and olive oil (a staple ingredient that doesn’t count toward our three!) and serve it with crunchy pita chips.
11of 17Creamy Smoked Trout SpreadView RecipeJohnny AutryHere the smoky flavor of the fish pairs exceptionally well with the robust bite of horseradish and onion. Serve with crackers, apple slices or cucumber slices for an easy appetizer.
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Creamy Smoked Trout Spread
Johnny Autry
Here the smoky flavor of the fish pairs exceptionally well with the robust bite of horseradish and onion. Serve with crackers, apple slices or cucumber slices for an easy appetizer.
12of 17Smoked Salmon Cheese ToastView RecipePerfect with soup or as an easy snack, this healthy cheese toast recipe pairs reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), smoked salmon and dill on top of crusty bread.
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Smoked Salmon Cheese Toast
Perfect with soup or as an easy snack, this healthy cheese toast recipe pairs reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), smoked salmon and dill on top of crusty bread.
13of 17Date WrapsView RecipeSweet dates and salty prosciutto combine in a tasty bite.
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Date Wraps
Sweet dates and salty prosciutto combine in a tasty bite.
14of 17Edamame HummusView RecipeCasey BarberIn only 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this light and refreshing edamame hummus that’s even better than the store-bought brands. If you’re not a cilantro fan, just substitute flat-leaf parsley or celery leaves.
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Edamame Hummus
Casey Barber
In only 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this light and refreshing edamame hummus that’s even better than the store-bought brands. If you’re not a cilantro fan, just substitute flat-leaf parsley or celery leaves.
15of 17Smoked Gouda & Giardiniera Charcuterie SticksView RecipeJacob FoxCrunchy pickled vegetables pair perfectly with creamy Gouda with a hint of smoke.
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Smoked Gouda & Giardiniera Charcuterie Sticks
Jacob Fox
Crunchy pickled vegetables pair perfectly with creamy Gouda with a hint of smoke.
16of 17Garlic-Chile Marinated OlivesView RecipeSimply pour warm aromatic oil over a selection of olives to infuse them with loads of flavor fast. These olives are a wonderful easy party appetizer—add any leftovers to salads or simply snack on them.
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Garlic-Chile Marinated Olives
Simply pour warm aromatic oil over a selection of olives to infuse them with loads of flavor fast. These olives are a wonderful easy party appetizer—add any leftovers to salads or simply snack on them.
17of 17Lemon Ricotta Cheese ToastView RecipeCreamy ricotta and lemon zest lend bright flavor to this healthy cheese toast recipe, for a perfect soup pairing or easy snack.
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Lemon Ricotta Cheese Toast
Creamy ricotta and lemon zest lend bright flavor to this healthy cheese toast recipe, for a perfect soup pairing or easy snack.
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