Craving a delicious solo dinner or planning a fun get-together with friends? These easy and flavorful recipes are perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re flying solo or having a potluck-style gathering, these dishes are light, satisfying, and sure to please a crowd (mixed-gender company included!). Think fun flavor combinations, easy prep work, and the perfect excuse to whip up some delicious cocktails. Get ready for a night of good food, great company, and zero fuss with these girl dinner recipes!
Steak and Shiitake Mushroom Bruschetta
This steak and shiitake mushroom bruschetta crostini is a really tasty canapé. Since the steak and mushrooms are served on toasted bread, it’s a handy finger food option for parties.
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Antipasto Skewers
Impress your guests with easy-to-make antipasto skewers, perfect for any occasion! Made with classic Italian flavors, these crowd-pleasing bites are ideal for parties, picnics, and more.
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Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer
For a delightful Italian appetizer, try making fresh burrata-stuffed tomatoes – a quick, simple, and colorful dish that’s perfect for bite-sized finger food. With only four ingredients, plus salt and pepper, these appetizers are appetizing without being too filling, making them a great start to an Italian-inspired meal.
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Just Like Starbucks Egg Bites Copycat Recipe
Skip the line at Starbucks with this oven baked egg bites recipe. You can make them at home and there’s no sous vide equipment required for these low carb egg bites.
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Banana Split With Berries
A banana split with berries makes a wonderful snack or breakfast. Banana and fresh berries makes an easy no cook dish which is a nutritious alternative to a smoothie bowl. This bright and colorful dish is easy to assemble, and no cooking is required!
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Giardiniera
An authentic Italian giardiniera recipe consists of Italian pickled vegetables, making it the perfect condiment for Italian sandwiches, cured meats, cheese, grilled meats, pasta salads, and charcuterie boards. Fresh peppers and veggies add a burst of flavor to any dish.
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Antipasto Board
Make the Italian antipasto board or holiday antipasto wreath your new appetizer tradition – a delicious party platter featuring a variety of cheeses, deli meats, vegetables, and a flavorful garlicky herb dressing that’s sure to please every palate.
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Marinated Olives with Feta
You only need seven different ingredients to prepare this delicious marinated olives and feta cheese appetizer or snack. Expect a riot of soft and pleasing Mediterranean flavours in every mouthful. Everything in there is tasty from the green and kalamata olives to the creamy feta, salty caperberries, and hints of garlic, red pepper flakes and extra virgin olive oil. If you love Greek appetizers, this might become your next favourite.
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Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites
Mini pizza bagels combine cute mini bagels with garlic, Italian seasoning, tomatoes, marinara, mozzarella cheese, and more. This is an Italian inspired recipe which features fresh flavours and a mouth-watering crunch. This will be one of your favorite lunch ideas!
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Pimento Cheese Sandwich
A Southern classic, this pimento cheese sandwich is loaded with shredded cheddar and peppers. Pimento cheese dip is a great appetizer, too.
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Tuna Salad Collard Wraps
This Tuna Salad Collard Wrap is super healthy, light and refreshing. It’s perfect for meal prep and stays fresh in the fridge for a few days. {gluten free
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Spicy Tomato Soup
This simple and flavorful Spicy Tomato Soup is perfect for the cool winter months. A little smokey spice makes a big difference in this bowl of goodness. (gluten free, dairy free)
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Avocado Egg Toast
Looking for a quick and easy healthy breakfast? Try this delicious Avocado Egg Toast and you won’t be disappointed. Easy. Delicious. Healthy.
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Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Salad
You’re going to love the ease and the taste of this Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Salad. It’s so simple and tastes just like the real deal!
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Hummus Sandwich
This Hummus Sandwich is crammed with beetroot hummus, avocado slices, spinach and pickled cucumber. A great vegan lunch or brunch. Click here for the recipe!
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Mutabal
Mutabal, an eggplant dip, is a vegan recipe from the Middle East. Roasted eggplants are peeled and blended until smooth with other simple flavours. Click here!
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Smoky Miso Maple Tofu Sandwich
Miso maple tofu sandwich with avocado, arugula and tomato. Healthy, simple and the perfect plant-based swap for turkey sandwiches.
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Avocado Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Vegan Avocado Chickpea Salad Sandwich. Healthy vegan bagel sandwich! Smashed chickpea and avocado salad on poppyseed bagels.
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Dinner-Worthy Snack Board
Yes, we’re turning a snack plate into dinner! And why not? It’s quick and easy; balanced with a variety of foods; and requires NO cooking.
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Pepperoni Pizza Dip
If you’re a pepperoni pizza lover, then your next favorite dip is here! Pepperoni pizza dip is the perfect appetizer for any party or get-together.
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Hummus Avocado Toast
Amp up your morning toast with this easy Hummus Avocado Toast topped with sprouts and grated hard boiled egg. So easy and healthy.
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Best Loaded Hummus
Creamy hummus loaded with delicious toppings is a perfect party appetizer. Serve it up with some crunchy veggies and pita chips, and you and your guests are in for a treat.
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Easy Caprese Salad Recipe
This classic Caprese salad recipe is delicious and so easy to make! Ready in minutes and made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil!
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Charcuterie Cups
Charcuterie cups are a delicious way to serve a variety of meats, cheeses, & other snacks. They’re perfect for sharing with friends & family!
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Air Fryer Sausage Balls
Air Fryer Sausage Balls are just what you need. Ready in just 20 minutes, these are full of all the yummiest ingredients like sausage, cheese, and Bisquick mix.
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Grilled Corn Avocado Toast With Goat Cheese And Cilantro
This easy avocado toast is perfect for summer brunch! With creamy avocado, grilled corn, goat cheese, and cilantro. Ready in no time!
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Homemade Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
These homemade air fryer pizza rolls are a fun twist on the traditional pizza rolls you might have had growing up. You’ll make an easy, protein-packed greek yogurt pizza dough and stuff it with marinara, cheese, and turkey pepperoni before popping it in the air fryer until it’s perfectly golden brown.
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Ants On A Log
If you need a nutritious and fun snack that kids will eat try this easy Ants on a Log! A celery stick slathered with creamy peanut butter and dotted with raisins or “ants” marching in a row. It’s a playful snack that kids will eat, plus you’ll feel great about giving it to them!
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