56 Healthy Appetizer Recipes for the Whole Party

1Antipasto Skewers healthy appetizers C.W. Newell

They’re like charcuterie boards on a stick! Loaded with cured meats, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, olives, cherry tomatoes, and pepperoncini, they’re great for snacking while mingling.

Get the Antipasto Skewers recipe.

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2Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs healthy appetizers David Malosh

The pickle lovers at your party will be so excited to get their hands on these deviled eggs that are filled with a mayonnaise, pickle juice, and mustard mixture, then topped with pickle slices and paprika.

Get Ree’s Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs recipe.

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3Whipped Goat Cheese healthy appetizers C.W. Newell

Tangy goat cheese whipped with sour cream is what makes this dreamy dip! It’s topped with crispy pancetta and toasted panko breadcrumbs, too. Serve it with crackers, bread, or veggies like mini peppers and carrots.

Get Ree’s Whipped Goat Cheese recipe.

4Caprese Salad healthy appetizers Will Dickey

It’s classic for a reason! Think: thick slices of tomato and mozzarella surrounded by flavorful fresh basil leaves, olive oil, and a beautiful balsamic reduction.

Get Ree’s Caprese Salad recipe.

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5Spinach Puffs healthy appetizers C.W. Newell

Most of the ingredients in these bites are pantry staples, so they’ll be simple to prepare for any event! Just fill store-bought puff pastry with a cheesy and herbaceous mixture of chopped spinach, cream cheese, feta, shallots, and dill.

Get the Spinach Puffs recipe.

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6Bloody Mary Dip healthy appetizers C.W. Newell

Anyone who enjoys the spicy brunch cocktail from which this dip gets its name will need to dig in! It comes together in just 20 minutes with ingredients like cream cheese, tomato paste, and crispy seasoned bacon.

Get the Bloody Mary Dip recipe.

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7Zucchini Pizza Bites zucchini pizza bites healthy appetizers Will Dickey

Swap out the pizza dough for slices of nutritious zucchini in this fun bite-sized snack. They’re still topped with sauce, cheese, and mini pepperoni pieces, so your kids will love them, too.

Get the Zucchini Pizza Bites recipe.

8Waldorf Salad waldorf salad healthy appetizers Will Dickey

This refreshing salad made with apples, grapes, and celery is an old-school favorite that has stood the test of time. Serve it in crisp lettuce cups to give it a new elegant, party-ready spin.

Get the Waldorf Salad recipe.

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9Spring Rolls spring rolls healthy appetizers C.W. Newell

These spring rolls have a rainbow of color thanks to their tender shrimp and crisp veggie filling. The fresh flavor (and peanut dipping sauce) will get anyone excited about eating their vegetables!

Get the Spring Rolls recipe.

10Buffalo Chicken Meatballs buffalo chicken meatballs healthy appetizers Ryan Liebe

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11Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers air fryer jalapeno poppers healthy appetizers Caitlin Bensel

Everyone’s favorite appetizer gets a lightened up twist with this recipe! Instead of relying on deep frying the spicy bites, these poppers are crisped up with panko breadcrumbs and a handy dandy air fryer.

Get the Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers recipe.

12Cabbage Salad cabbage salad healthy appetizers Antonis Achiellos

This salad is crunchy, refreshing, and packed with healthy mix-ins like fresh apple slices, chopped nuts, and herbs. The pretty purple and green colors are just another reason to love it.

Get the Cabbage Salad recipe.

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13Beet Hummus beet hummus healthy appetizers Caitlin Bensel

Hummus is already good for you thanks to its high protein power, but this version is also made with another nutritional ingredient: beets! They’re known to be loaded with folate, which is good for your heart.

Get the Beet Hummus recipe.

14Air Fryer Falafel air fryer falafel healthy appetizers C.W. Newell

These golden chickpea bites are packed with protein, but they’re also air fried so you don’t have to worry about heating up a pot of oil. Just serve them up with a creamy yogurt-based dip and you’ll be coming back for more.

Get the Air Fryer Falafel recipe.

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15Turkey Meatballs turkey meatball healthy appetizers Antonis Achiellos

This lightened-up alternative to your typical meatballs is “just about the most versatile thing you could prepare,” Ree says. There are all different kinds of dipping sauces to serve them with, including a soy-ginger sauce or lemon-herb yogurt sauce.

Get Ree’s Turkey Meatballs recipe.

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16Avocado Salsa avocado salsa healthy appetizers Will Dickey

You can think of this dip like a mash-up between guacamole and pico de gallo. It’s fresher than store-bought dips and perfect for serving up with baked chips or even veggies for scooping.

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17Avocado Dip avocado dip healthy appetizers Caitlin Bensel

Made with heart-healthy avocado and protein-back yogurt, this dip is a lovely, bright addition to any party. It gets a ton of flavor from basil, green onions, lemon, and garlic. Serve it up with fresh cut veggies, like radishes, cucumbers, and carrots.

Get the Avocado Dip recipe.

18Deviled Eggs deviled egg healthy appetizers Will Dickey

You can’t go wrong with classic deviled eggs. These little bites are packed with enough protein to keep you satisfied and they can also be customized based on your preferences. Add a touch of hot sauce if you can handle the spice!

Get the Deviled Eggs recipe.

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19Burrata Salad burrata salad healthy appetizers Caitlin Bensel