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Healthy Appetizers

Delicious and nutritious appetizer recipes that are easy to prepare and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Ingredients
  • 1 cucumber Cucumber slices For topping with hummus.
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes For skewers or salad.
  • 1 head Cauliflower Roasted and seasoned as 'popcorn'.
  • 1 cup Mini bell peppers Stuffed with cream cheese and salsa.
  • 1 cup Radishes Served with whipped feta and chives.
  • 1 cup Snap peas Great for dipping.
Dipping Ingredients
  • 2 avocados Mashed avocado For guacamole.
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt For dips and dressings.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For flavoring the yogurt dip.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Drizzle on dips and salads.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika For garnishing hummus.
  • 1 splash Vinegar For enhancing salsa flavor.
Seasoning and Extras
  • 1 bunch Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint) Used for garnishing and enhancing flavor.
  • 1 cup Roasted chickpeas For added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop vegetables such as cucumbers, bell peppers, and radishes.
  2. Mash avocados, mix with lime juice, and chopped cherry tomatoes for guacamole.
  3. Mix Greek yogurt with shredded cucumber and garlic powder for a refreshing dip.
  4. Prepare the roasted cauliflower by breaking it into florets, tossing with olive oil and sea salt, and roasting until golden.
Serving
  1. Arrange vegetables on platters, alternating colors for visual appeal.
  2. Serve dips in individual cups; add a variety of colorful dippers like snap peas and radishes.
  3. Garnish with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Prep veggies ahead of time to save stress during your gathering. For dips, add wet ingredients last to prevent sogginess. Always taste and adjust seasonings before serving.