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From the elegant hors d’oeuvres to the sparkling Champagne, cocktail parties are loved by everyone, especially when spring season invites us to casual outdoor events! Are you ready to make sensational appetizers that will leave your guests impressed while saving your time and energy? From savory cannelés to parmesan crusted shrimps to cucumber and goat cheese rolls, try these innovative recipes with easy-to-find ingredients for spectacular results!
30 Quick and Easy Spring Appetizers for Your Parties
1. Guacamole Strawberries Cups
The quintessential spring party appetizer recipe! Super-quick and easy, these tasty guacamole stuffed strawberries take just 10 minutes to knock together.
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2. Shrimp Tapas with Mango Shooters
Here’s an awesome, elegant finger food appetizer inspired by Spanish Cuisine. These grilled shrimp and mango puree shooters are easily prepared ahead and chilled, making them perfect Spring, Summer and anytime party favorites.
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3. Radishes with Chive Butter
Pair crisp, spicy radishes with softened, herbed butter for a quick appetizer that works for every Spring party.
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4. Tzatziki Shrimp Chips Bites
Perfect for a Spring appetizer idea! The simple and delightful combination of tzatziki and shrimp is sweetened with a hint of mango. You can prep your ingredients ahead of time, but wait to assemble these delicate shrimp bites appetizers at the very last minute.
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5. Baked Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates
If you need a repertoire of delicious spring appetizers that don’t take a lot of time or complicated ingredients to make, try these cheesy bacon wrapped dates! They are so easy to throw together and the combination of crispy bacon with naturally sweet dates and creamy cheese in the middle is irresistible!
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6. Veggie Spring Rolls
These vegetable spring rolls are a colorful, crunchy, vegan friendly option that is wonderful for an appetizer, snack, lunch, dinner, or whenever!
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7. Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry Bites
These caterer-style appetizers are so easy to make. Simple yet sophisticated, they’ll be the perfect starters for a Spring buffet.
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8. Caprese Salad Skewers with Honey and Sesame
These Caprese salad skewers bursting with the fresh flavors of basil and tomato make the perfect appetizer for your upcoming backyard parties. The honey and sesame combo allows to sweeten the deal for a nice twist on warm weather classic.
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9. Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs
Maybe they’re bite-sized, but these Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs come with BIG-sized flavors with almost zero effort. Complete with a crisp mixed green salad for a wholesome spring brunch.
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10. Ham and Cheese Pizza Roll-Ups
These pizza roll ups come together so easily and are loved by all! These party favorites are also perfect for a quick dinner or a snack for kids.
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11. Green Pea Soup Shots
Whether you serve them cold or warm, these green pea soup shots with crisp bacon strips will make a solid impression on your entourage.
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12. Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp
Looking for an impressive and quick appetizer? Try this Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp with a homemade spicy mango sauce.
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13. Goat Cheese Grape Balls
Yum. So good with a glass of white wine! This simple, elegant appetizer is perfect for a last-minute get-together. Fresh goat cheese, nuts and honey add contrasting flavors and texture in one exquisite bite.
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14. Sweet Cantaloupe Carrot Gazpacho Shooters
This super refreshing and wonderful Gazpacho can be whipped up in 15 minutes and make for a great snack, refreshing appetizer or palate cleanser. With the sweetness from the cantaloupe and carrots, and a little crunch from the grilled sandwiches, this combo is definitely a keeper for your luncheons.
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15. Shrimp Cocktail Lettuce Wraps
These shrimp cocktail lettuce wraps are a delicious treat for spring party or game-day snacking. 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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16. Loaded Sweet Pepper Nachos
From spring parties to weekend snacking we support any excuse to enjoy nachos; and these are loaded with cheese, sweet peppers, red onion, cilantro and spicy jalapeño you’ll totally forget they are 100% meatless.
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17. Bacon Puff Pinwheels
These elegant, and golden bacon and cheddar pinwheels are sure to be a hit at your next party. Warm, soft and just all around delicious, they are maybe one of the easiest finger food appetizer you can whip up!
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18. Grilled Garlic Shrimp
These spicy tapas-style shrimps will be a hit wherever they go! Delicious and impressive, they’re perfect for backyard parties, casual lunch-ons, and even for dinner with a bowl of rice.
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19. Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs
A simple dish perfect as an appetizer with friends. Ground chicken mixed with garlic, scallions, and fresh ginger is formed into balls, then baked to a juicy finish. Serve with a Teriyaki sauce–sesame seeds will add crispy notes on top.
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20. Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts
These roasted cherry tomatoes and prosciutto toasts are a quick and easy way to please your guests at any spring or summer event. Juicy cherry tomatoes are almost candied in the oven and team up with savory prosciutto for an appetizer everyone will love.
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