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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.
01of 17Avocado HummusView RecipeThis 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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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.
02of 17Lemon-Thyme Whipped RicottaView RecipeThis 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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Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta
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.
03of 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.
04of 17Spinach-Feta Dip with DillView RecipeTry 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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Spinach-Feta Dip with Dill
Try this spinach dip, spiked with fresh dill and briny feta cheese, as a sandwich spread–or serve alongside crackers or crudité.
05of 17Radishes with Green Goddess DressingView RecipeJason DonnellyThis 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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Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing
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.
06of 17Skillet Sun-Dried Tomato DipView RecipePhotography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth BlackburnThis 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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Skillet Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth Blackburn
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.
07of 17Mini Bell Pepper PebreView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis version of pebre, a Chilean condiment, combines bell peppers, tomatoes, parsley and cilantro for a fresh bite.
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Mini Bell Pepper Pebre
Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
This version of pebre, a Chilean condiment, combines bell peppers, tomatoes, parsley and cilantro for a fresh bite.
08of 17Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red PeppersView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis 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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Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers
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.
09of 17Deviled Eggs with CrabmeatView RecipeShanna JonesJessica 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.
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Deviled Eggs with Crabmeat
Shanna Jones
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.
10of 17Radish Tea Sandwiches with Creamy Dill SpreadView RecipeIn 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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Radish Tea Sandwiches with Creamy Dill Spread
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
Jennifer Causey
12of 17Apricot, Prosciutto & Parmesan BitesView RecipeJamie 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.
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Apricot, Prosciutto & Parmesan Bites
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.
13of 17Goat Cheese Crostini with Mushrooms & Brown ButterView RecipeServe 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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Goat Cheese Crostini with Mushrooms & Brown Butter
Serve these savory herbed crostini with a big green salad. Looking for a heartier meal? Top each toast with a poached or fried egg.
14of 17Traditional Greek Tahini DipView RecipeSuper 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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Traditional Greek Tahini Dip
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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Steamed Artichokes with Lemon-Basil Aioli
Eva Kolenko
17of 17Prosciutto-Wrapped Mini PeppersView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughWrapping prosciutto around mini bell peppers is an easy way to upgrade the vegetable into an impressive, tasty appetizer.
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Mini Peppers
Wrapping prosciutto around mini bell peppers is an easy way to upgrade the vegetable into an impressive, tasty appetizer.
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