Cucumber Yogurt Raita
Creamy yogurt, crunchy cucumbers and fresh herbs create this refreshing sauce perfect for grilled meats and naan bread. When I swore off artificial sweeteners years ago, I was amazed by …
Appetizers
If you’re looking for the best appetizers look no further! From cocktail parties to last-minute appetizer ideas these appetizers are sure to please any crowd!
Reader favorites include Oven Baked Crispy Chicken Wings, Beef Satay Skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce and Baked Brie with Honey and Almonds.
Asian Szechuan Beef Lettuce Wraps
These high protein, low carb Asian Szechuan lettuce wraps are filled with fragrant beef cooked in ginger, garlic and sesame oil. Since so many of you love my Szechuan Green …
Black Bean Dip For Game Day
This fresh and flavorful black bean dip recipe is made with lime juice, cilantro, and smoked paprika. Ideal for healthy snacking or entertaining friends! Snacks are my jam, especially healthy …
Asian Glazed Baked Chicken Wings
These lightened chicken wings are baked until crispy then brushed with a fragrant sesame-ginger Asian glaze. The perfect appetizer recipe for entertaining. Party season is my favorite season – am I …
White Bean Dip With Garlic and Rosemary
This thick and creamy White Bean Dip With Garlic and Rosemary is the ultimate healthy snack or gluten free appetizer recipe. We host friends and family quite frequently and one …
Pesto Caprese Potato Skewers
These crowd-pleasing Pesto Potato Caprese Skewers are the ultimate fast and easy appetizer recipe! We are heading into one of my favorite seasons of the year – entertaining season!! Between …
Warm Hummus with Ground Lamb and Pomegranate
This easy Lebanese appetizer recipe is made with creamy hummus topped with ground lamb cooked in cinnamon then topped with tart pomegranate seeds. Hummus is one of my favorite appetizers …
Easy Sautéed Shishito Peppers with Ginger Soy Vinaigrette
Shishito peppers are sautéed until slightly blistered then drizzled with a ginger-soy vinaigrette to create this easy, 10-minute appetizer recipe. Last year I visited Vail for my wellness travel series, …
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Lime Baked Tortilla Chips with Sea Salt
These lime scented baked corn tortilla chips are light and crunchy, the ultimate healthy snack recipe! We hold on to summer vacation with all our might here in Michigan. In …
Black Bean Avocado Salsa
This bright and fresh black bean salsa is loaded with creamy avocado, sweet corn, and plenty of fresh herbs. Now that we’ve settled into our new home over the last …
Greek Baked Hummus Dip
An easy five-ingredient appetizer recipe, this Greek-inspired baked hummus dip is loaded with lamb and feta then topped with loads of crunchy veggies. If making too many versions of my …
Hummus Cucumber Bites with Pickled Ginger
These sushi-inspired Cucumber Hummus Bites are scented with toasted sesame oil then topped with pickled ginger and roasted sesame seeds. The ultimate healthy snack recipe! Two ingredients I always have …
Grilled Pineapple Salsa
A fresh and tasty grilled fruit recipe, the pineapple caramelizes as it cooks to create the ultimate fruity salsa recipe for summer. The weather is slowly but surely starting to …
Vegetarian Mexican Baked Hummus Dip
This quick and easy vegetarian appetizer recipe is made with two types of beans, spicy hummus and plenty of shredded cheese before it is baked until warm and bubbly. The …
Salsa Roja
Salsa Roja, an authentic Mexican recipe, is a common sauce for tacos, chilaquiles, beans, you name it! Essentially, anything you wish to make spicier. Truth be told: until I began working on The …
Easy Guacamole Recipe
The best guacamole recipe you’ll ever make, this 5-ingredient appetizer is always a crowd pleaser! It’s a little silly, honestly. I’ve been blogging for seven years and this is the first …
Baked Brie Appetizer with Caramelized Onions
An easy appetizer recipe for holiday entertaining, brie is topped with caramelized onions and pepper jelly before baked until warm and creamy. Serve with rosemary wonton crisps or crackers of …
Easy Homemade Pico de Gallo
The ultimate party appetizer, this authentic pico de gallo recipe is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser! Can be prepared mild, medium or hot. Game Day is right around the …
Buffalo Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Dressing
A healthy version of the popular game day appetizer recipe, these buffalo cauliflower bites with blue cheese dressing are packed with flavor, gluten free, low carb and low in calories. Is there …
Turkish Eggplant Salsa
This smoky eggplant dip made with tomatoes and red peppers can be served hot, cold or room temperature. My husband and I love eating out at a local Turkish restaurant …
Roasted Garlic Whipped Feta Crostini
An easy party appetizer, feta cheese is whipped until creamy with sweet and caramelized roasted garlic then spread on toasted crostini. Earlier this month I partnered with Milk Means More to …
Baba Ganoush – Roasted Eggplant Dip Recipe
An easy to make traditional Lebanese appetizer that is healthy and delicious. Perfect as an appetizer, side or spread for your sandwiches. Your sito would be proud! [feast_advanced_jump_to] You guys …
Vietnamese Shaking Beef (Bo Luc Lac)
Vietnamese Shaking beef (bo luc lac) is a classic recipe is made with wok-seared sweet and savory beef, sliced tomatoes, pickled onions and a tangy lime dipping sauce. I could …
Orange Chicken Lettuce Cups
A healthy spin on the popular Chinese takeout dish, you’re going to love this fresh and flavorful Orange Chicken Lettuce Cups recipe. Ideal for a light dinner or appetizer! The …
Mexican Salsa Verde {green salsa} Recipe
Bursting with flavor, this homemade tomatillo green salsa is easy to make and requires as little as five ingredients. My kids are obsessed with tacos. They love going out for …
Baked Turkey Meatballs with Guacamole
These tender baked turkey meatballs are made with fresh guacamole and smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Everyone loves meat on a stick.. you guys made that loud and clear …
Hummus Flatbread Pizzas with Fattoush and Feta
These bright and fresh hummus flatbread pizzas are perfect for entertaining but healthy enough for a quick snack or light meal. You guys already know how much I love hummus. …
Fresh Rolls with Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs
A fun and easy no-cook appetizer, these chicken teriyaki meatball fresh rolls are full of flavor and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. In keeping with our “Go Ethnic!” #HealthyNewYear challenge …
Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
A twist on the crowd-pleasing party dip, these five-ingredient spinach and artichoke stuffed mushrooms are not only healthy but packed with flavor! Party season is in full force and I …
5-Ingredient Pizza Skewers
These quick and easy no-cook appetizer skewers taste just like pizza and require just five ingredients! I don’t know about you but this time of year it seems there are never …
How to Make Croutons
Homemade croutons are quickly tossed in chipotle sauce then baked to crunchy perfection. Ready in minutes, you’ll never buy store bought croutons again! We made it to day five, friends! These …
Basil Pistachio Pesto
A delicious twist on the Italian classic, your family will love this Lemony Basil Pistachio Pesto. Serve on pasta, drizzle over meat or use as a salad dressing! Summer food …