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This compilation of healthy appetizers, including everything from low fat to low carb to baked versions, is perfect for any big gathering or party and won’t undo all of your fit eating choices!
More Collections: Easy Appetizers, Finger Food Appetizers, Cold Appetizers
We Love Healthy And Flavorful!
Healthy food is a bit subjective depending on the way you choose to consume your macronutrients.
Some people choose a high protein, low fat, low carb diet, whereas others may choose high healthy fats, low carb, low sugar diet. Or maybe you prefer plant-based or organic foods.
Why we love them:
- Tasty. No matter the diet, I have a few healthy appetizers that won’t skimp on taste, and are sure to whet your appetite!!
- Quick and easy. Many of these appetizers can be made ahead of time, or prepped in minutes!
- Variety. We have everything from hot and cold, dips, and more!
the most popular healthy appetizers
Just because you’re looking for healthy appetizers to serve doesn’t mean you have to skip the classic appetizers that we all love.
- Buffalo Wings are a must at my house. They’re full of protein and buffalo sauce has no fat or sugar, just watch the sodium level.
- Meatballs are another high-protein dish. Use lean beef, chicken, or turkey. Fill them with savory herbs and spices and avoid sugar sauces.
- Salsa is another family favorite. It’s full of vitamins due to the nutritious produce used to make it.
- Charcuterie Boards have made an increasing presence at our parties over the last few years. They are so easy to customize with all your favorite healthy ingredients.
appetizer Planning Tips
When picking out your menu, try to provide an appetizer from different categories that way there is a little something for everyone.
- Have 2-3 different appetizers for fewer than 10 guests.
- Add another appetizer option for every 5-8 more guests.
- If appetizers are the only food on the menu then plan for each person to have 10-12 pieces during the first 2 hours. Add 5 more pieces per person for every hour after.
- If they are being served before a meal, then plan for each guest to have 3-5 pieces total per person.
healthy Finger Foods
Finger foods, also known as hors d’oeuvres, are slightly different from appetizers. They are individual portions that can be eaten without utensils, are mess-free, and are easily consumed when standing and mingling with others.
- Tea sandwiches are a favorite like these Greek Cucumber Cups.
- I like using toothpicks to be able to serve some favorite foods like these Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.
- Filling up hollowed-out vegetables with tasty healthy ingredients works well. These recipes will often have “stuffed” or “cup” in the title.
- Flatbread Pinwheels are another good example. Choose a healthy flatbread and fill it with your favorite healthy combinations.
Best Healthy Appetizers
These favorites are healthy appetizers we include in every spread. Start here for your best list of tasty options!
1 How to Make a Charcuterie Board
2 Veggie Tray Recipe
3 Easy Bruschetta Recipe
4 Pico de Gallo Recipe
5 Veggie Tortilla Roll Ups Recipe
6 Burrata Board Recipe
7 Homemade Hummus Recipe
8 Black Bean Corn Salsa
9 Salsa Recipe
10 Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Baked, Not Fried
Baking is generally an alternative to all fried appetizers and many can be cooked this way as a healthy option. You’ll love these baked, not fried, crispy choices.
11 Baked Chicken Taquito Recipe
12 Zucchini Chips Recipe
13 Baked Buffalo Wings Recipe
14 Baked Cream Cheese Rangoon Recipe
15 Baked Chicken Wings Recipe
16 Sweet Potato Fries recipe
17 Baked Tortilla Chips Recipe
18 Baked French Fries Recipe
19 Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe
20 Kale Chips Recipe
21 Zucchini Fries Recipe
Keto-Friendly Appetizers
Keep it keto with these tasty appetizers that won’t ruin your health goals!
Those who may eat a keto diet will prefer low-carb, low-sugar appetizer options. This does mean they’re typically higher in fat and protein.
22 Easy Meatball Recipe
23 Loaded Pulled Pork Cups Recipe
24 Sausage Stuffed Jalapeños Recipe
25 Buffalo Wings Recipe
26 Sweet Potato Skins Recipe
27 Deviled Eggs Recipe
28 Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe
29 Buffalo Chicken Meatballs Recipe
30 Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
31 Steak Bites Recipe
More Healthy Appetizer Recipes
You won’t be sacrificing any flavor with these appetizers!
32 Caprese Kabobs Recipe
33 Fruit Kabobs
34 Veggie Cups Appetizer
35 Cucumber Salsa Recipe
36 Caesar Salad Cups Recipe
37 Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe
38 Strawberry Salsa
39 Mango Salsa Recipe
40 Peach Salsa Recipe
Our Favorite Platter
A go-to for every party and get-together is a Charcuterie Platter.
We can customize it for every occasion with the foods and produce that are in season as well as the ones we love most. Include a mix of crackers, cheeses, meats, and dips along with vegetables and fruits.
They are so easy to make and can be assembled any way and are always a hit.
Here is the recipe:
40+ Healthy Appetizers – Charcuterie Platter
Equipment
- Large Wooden Serving Board
Ingredients
- 2 small cups dip I like Ranch and Veggie Dip
- 15 slices deli pepperoni
- 8 slices Prosciutto
- 9 slices deli salami
- ¼ cup Colby jack cheese cubes
- ¼ cup mozzarella cheese cubes
- 1 small cucumber sliced
- handful blackberries
- ⅓ cup broccoli florets
- 8-10 grape tomatoes any color
- 1-2 apples cubed
- 12-15 sugar snap peas
- 6 strawberries
- 12-15 baby carrots
- ¼ cup nuts
- handful pita chips
- 8 round crackers such as Ritz, Toasteds, Multigrain
- 4-5 grissini breadsticks
- ¼ cup pretzel snaps or sticks or twists
- Have serving prongs or toothpicks near the tray
Instructions
- This board can be assembled any way you like, but here is how we do it:
- Place the small bowls of dip on opposite sides of the board.
- Fold, or roll the deli meats. Place the pepperoni along one side of the tray. Put the salami along a different side and the prosciutto on a third side.
- Add the different cheese cubes on opposite sides of each other.
- Place the different types of crackers and pretzels around the board.
- Finally, fill in any empty spots with the nuts and produce.
- Be sure to place out serving prongs or toothpicks near the tray.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
A Healthy Starter
Whether it’s to serve for a party, family get-together, or even as a side dish, these tasty appetizers are sure to please a crowd!
Be sure to check out all of our Appetizer Recipes.
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Great ideas. I will definitely use some of these options in the future. There are some appetizers on here however like buffalo wings and charcuterie boards that definitely aren’t healthy so I wouldn’t advertise them as such.