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Switch things up and make a spread of these delicious appetizers for dinner tonight. Whether it’s a creamy dip, a slice of toast with all the toppings or a twist on popular appetizers, these healthy recipes are ready in 20 minutes. Recipes like Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Red Peppers and Buffalo-Chicken Celery Sticks make for a fun and tasty dinner.
01of 22Whipped 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
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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.
02of 22Black Bean HummusView RecipeCasey BarberFor 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.
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Black Bean Hummus
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.
03of 22Tomato-Cheddar Cheese ToastView RecipeA perfect soup pairing or an easy snack, this healthy cheese toast recipe features fresh tomatoes, salty Cheddar cheese and cracked pepper atop slices of crusty bread.
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Tomato-Cheddar Cheese Toast
A perfect soup pairing or an easy snack, this healthy cheese toast recipe features fresh tomatoes, salty Cheddar cheese and cracked pepper atop slices of crusty bread.
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Easy Scallion-Salmon Dip
05of 22Air-Fryer Jalapeño PoppersView RecipeThe perfect football-party food, classic jalapeño poppers get a crispy upgrade in an air fryer. Cream cheese tempers the just-right hint of heat from the pepper and Buffalo sauce. To save time, you can stuff the peppers ahead of the party and fry them just before serving.
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Air-Fryer Jalapeño Poppers
The perfect football-party food, classic jalapeño poppers get a crispy upgrade in an air fryer. Cream cheese tempers the just-right hint of heat from the pepper and Buffalo sauce. To save time, you can stuff the peppers ahead of the party and fry them just before serving.
06of 22Apricot, 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.
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Smoked Salmon & Avocado Toasts
08of 22Strawberry & 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.
09of 22Roasted Beet HummusView RecipeThis vibrant hummus recipe couldn’t be easier–just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and whir away! Roasted beets make this healthy dip extra flavorful. Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudités.
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Roasted Beet Hummus
This vibrant hummus recipe couldn’t be easier–just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and whir away! Roasted beets make this healthy dip extra flavorful. Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudités.
10of 22Smoked 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.
11of 22Air-Fryer Cauliflower Gnocchi with Marinara Dipping SauceView RecipePhotographer: Frederick Hardy II, Food Stylist: Robin Bashinsky, Prop Stylist: Elise Christiansen.These tasty bites are perfect for anytime you need an easy appetizer or side dish. Cauliflower gnocchi get a crispy, cheesy coating on the outside and a tender middle in an air fryer. Marinara is the perfect complement for dipping.
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Air-Fryer Cauliflower Gnocchi with Marinara Dipping Sauce
Photographer: Frederick Hardy II, Food Stylist: Robin Bashinsky, Prop Stylist: Elise Christiansen.
These tasty bites are perfect for anytime you need an easy appetizer or side dish. Cauliflower gnocchi get a crispy, cheesy coating on the outside and a tender middle in an air fryer. Marinara is the perfect complement for dipping.
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Avocado-Yogurt Dip
13of 22Salami, Cheddar & Pepperoncini Charcuterie SticksView RecipeJacob FoxSalami, Cheddar cheese and pepperoncini deliver flavor in every bite in this easy appetizer.
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Salami, Cheddar & Pepperoncini Charcuterie Sticks
Salami, Cheddar cheese and pepperoncini deliver flavor in every bite in this easy appetizer.
14of 22Baked Brie with Blackberry JamView RecipeJamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.Baked Brie is a classic, crowd-pleasing party appetizer, whether it’s wrapped up in a pastry, in bite-size form or covered in a fruity jam, like in this recipe. In this easy 3-ingredient appetizer, we top a wheel of Brie with blackberry jam, bake for 10 minutes and serve with crisp apple slices (or crackers). It’s so simple yet so delicious, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it more often!
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Baked Brie with Blackberry Jam
Baked Brie is a classic, crowd-pleasing party appetizer, whether it’s wrapped up in a pastry, in bite-size form or covered in a fruity jam, like in this recipe. In this easy 3-ingredient appetizer, we top a wheel of Brie with blackberry jam, bake for 10 minutes and serve with crisp apple slices (or crackers). It’s so simple yet so delicious, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it more often!
15of 22Loaded Sheet-Pan NachosView RecipeThis quick and easy Super Bowl recipe has been referred to as “the best nachos people have ever had.” With easy-to-find ingredients, an optional pop of tang and spice from the pickled jalapeños, and the salsa verde and sour cream for serving, we think it’s earned its title!
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Loaded Sheet-Pan Nachos
This quick and easy Super Bowl recipe has been referred to as “the best nachos people have ever had.” With easy-to-find ingredients, an optional pop of tang and spice from the pickled jalapeños, and the salsa verde and sour cream for serving, we think it’s earned its title!
16of 22Smoked 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.
17of 22Manchego, Pepper Drop & Chorizo Charcuterie SticksView RecipeJacob FoxManchego 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.
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Manchego, Pepper Drop & Chorizo Charcuterie Sticks
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.
18of 22Reuben 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.
19of 22Spinach-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.
20of 22Goat 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.
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Chile Con Queso
22of 22Lemon-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.
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