The holidays are gearing into full swing! If you want to opt for a healthier way of eating, but -like me- you love tasting small bites from here and there, I’ve put together a list of 24 holiday appetizers on the lighter side. Whether you’re throwing a holiday party or just entertaining your close family, these healthy bites will help with your holiday menu planning.
1. Fresh Cranberry Dip
This fresh cranberry dip is a sweet and spicy holiday appetizer. The Cranberry dip recipe is perfect for serving with tortilla chips or your favorite crackers!
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2. Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs
Bite-sized with big flavor! Perfect for Sunday brunch.
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3. Sea Scallops BLT Lettuce Wraps
Sea scallops BLT lettuce wraps is such a delicious appetizer! This easy twist on a classic BLT sandwich with seared sea scallops, bacon, tomato, and lettuce will make you feel like you are a 3-star chef!
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4. Stuffed Strawberries with Guacamole
These Stuffed Strawberries Guacamole Bites are the perfect last minute appetizer!
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5. Shrimp Ceviche Recipe
Shrimp ceviche is so fresh, flavorful, and super quick to make. Enjoy a light, healthy meal with our shrimp ceviche recipe!
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6. Baked Parmesan Zucchini Bites
These baked parmesan zucchini bites make a healthy treat, perfect for an appetizer, side dish, or just a snack!
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7. Mini Zucchini Pizzas
These Mini Zucchini Pizzas are cheesy comfort without any of the guilt!
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8. Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry Bites
These little salmon puff appetizers are great with some bubbly!
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9. Marinated Smoked Salmon with Herbs & Carrot
A special appetizer that will wow your guests for the holidays.
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10. Beet Hummus
This Beet Hummus is the perfect partner for a crunchy vegetables platter.
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13. Green Pea Soup Shots
These Soup Shots recipe is the perfect St Patrick's Day party starter.
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe boxSucculent Shrimp Tapas with Mango Shooters
This elegant appetizer inspired by Spanish Cuisine is the perfect holiday party starter.
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Goat Cheese Grape Balls
Juicy grapes and fresh goat cheese-This simple, elegant appetizer is perfect for a last-minute New Year’s Eve get-together.
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Basil & Tomato Bruschetta
Ensure max flavor with this mixture of chopped tomatoes, balsamic, basil, and garlic, spooned over olive-oil brushed slices of toasted fresh baguette.
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Shrimp Cocktail Lettuce Wraps
These bite-size wraps are just perfect for a party finger food. Dress shrimp with a spicy cocktail sauce, top with fresh chives, then serve in lettuce cups to make a delicious finger-friendly appetizer.
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Caprese Salad Skewers with Honey and Sesame
These Caprese salad skewers bursting with the fresh flavors of basil and tomato make the perfect healthy appetizer for your upcoming holiday parties.
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Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts
Juicy cherry tomatoes are almost candied in the oven and team up with savory prosciutto for a flavorful appetizer.
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Creamy Red Lentil Dip
A thick and spicy appetizer everyone will love.
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Cucumber And Goat Cheese Roll
Here’s a fun appetizer that changes from salted crackers, and other greasy snacking temptations.
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Spicy Roasted Chickpea Snack
These oven-roasted chickpeas are amazingly crispy especially when served warm. More addicting and healthier than potato chips, they make a great snack full of fiber.
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