Spring is one of the best times of the year, when the iciness of winter has disappeared and trees and plants are growing again. If you are looking for some tasty spring appetizers to make using freshly harvested springtime ingredients, you might like some of these recipes. There are fruit dishes, seafood plates, and all kinds of light and refreshing salads that pair so well with the warmer weather and blue skies!
Dirty Martini Dip Recipe
Whether or not you like to sip on a dirty martini cocktail, this martini-inspired dip is sure to please your palate if you enjoy creamy dip recipes and the taste of olives. It takes just minutes to whip up too!
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Avocado Herb Green Goddess Dip
Whether you want to dip veggie sticks, melba toast, chips, crackers, or something else, this avocado herb green goddess dip is really good. Pair it with a vegetable board or charcuterie platter and enjoy the fresh flavors in every mouthful.
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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 flavors in every mouthful.
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Delicious Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs
Bloody Mary devilled eggs are a favorite creative deviled egg idea. They take the concept of traditional eggs and add in rich ingredients like slaw dressing, pickle juice, tomato paste, paprika, and more, to make unique gourmet deviled eggs with a Bloody Mary feel.
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Steak and Shiitake Mushroom Bruschetta Crostini Appetizers
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. This beef crostini with mushrooms is the kind of appetizer you might take from a tray at a party.
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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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Roasted Red Pepper Cream Cheese Dip
Although most grocery stores carry sweet pepper dip and other dipping options, this homemade roasted red pepper cream cheese dip is well worth the effort. It’s a Mediterranean-inspired dip with bell peppers, basil, garlic, shallot, and more.
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Italian Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer
If you’re looking for bite-size finger food, why not consider making filled tomatoes with fresh burrata? This Italian burrata stuffed tomato appetizer only calls for four ingredients plus salt and pepper. It’s quick, simple, colorful, and appetizing without being too filling.
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Turkey Meatballs
These turkey meatballs are delicious, versatile, and ADDICTING!!! Use this gluten free meatballs are perfect as an appetizer, main course, or in a sandwich.
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Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles
Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles – prosciutto, creamy gruyere cheese, and asparagus wrapped in flaky puff pastry is the perfect holiday recipe!
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Easy Cucumber Dip {10 Minute Recipe}
For this Cucumber Dip, we use a few staple ingredients from our fridge and pantry to make an amazingly creamy dip that’s perfect for veggies.
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Fried Pickle And Ranch Dip
This creamy Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip tastes exactly like fried pickles and ranch! It’s creamy, savory, and perfectly balanced with a refreshing dill flavor.
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Ham Salad Pinwheels
Ham Salad Pinwheels are simple to make and pack a punch of delicious flavor. They are the perfect party appetizer or finger food.
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Fruit Charcuterie Board
When creating your own Fruit Charcuterie Board, the possibilities are endless to make a perfect appetizer!
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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
Looking for an easy appetizer that tastes great? This recipe for Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is one of the best! Fast, easy, and delicious!
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Instant Pot Hummus
Instant Pot Hummus! This homemade hummus is SO much better than store-bought and oil-free! Vegan, gluten-free, and delicious. Used dried chickpeas for maximum creamy flavor.
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Avocado Black Bean Salsa
This Avocado Black Bean Salsa is perfect for a party, potluck, BBQ or any time you need something to justify eating more tortilla chips!
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Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
This simple, creamy ranch dip made with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and chives will take your veggie platter to a whole new dipping level!
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Caprese Salad
A classic Italian recipe, this Caprese Salad is simple to make and features all the colors of the Italian flag. Click here for the recipe!
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Salmon Terrine
Smoked salmon terrine comprises a creamy filling wrapped in smoked salmon slices. A perfect smoked salmon starter for Christmas. Serve with salad. Click here!
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Grilled Brie Appetizer & Balsamic Strawberries
This Grilled Brie Appetizer with Balsamic Strawberries is the perfect, ridiculously easy appetizer! This Brie Appetizer is gorgeous, too!
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings! Looking for healthy, vegan buffalo wings? These air fryer buffalo wings made from cauliflower are a MUST try!
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Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style)
This blender salsa (restaurant-style) can be made in just 5 minutes in a blender. The flavors are super and better than store-bought any day!
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Carrot Ribbon Salad With Arugula
Carrot Ribbon Salad with Arugula. This salad features delightful contrasts in shape and texture. The peppery, slightly bitter flavor of the arugula offsets the crunchy, sweet flavor of the carrots.
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Grilled prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
Simple and easy to make this prosciutto-wrapped asparagus can be grilled or roasted in the oven, either way, it’s a crowd-pleaser everyone loves.
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7 Layer Salad Recipe
This traditional Seven Layer Salad is a Southern classic and the perfect addition to any party, potluck, or family gathering. A guaranteed crowd favorite with layers of chopped lettuce, onions, tomatoes, peas, hard-boiled eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon, and a creamy mayo-based dressing!
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Air Fryer Blooming Onion
This air fryer blooming onion is a delicious appetizer or snack to serve at your next event that everyone will love. Perfect party food!
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Spanakopita Triangles
these spanakopita triangles. Perfect savory appetizer or light snack, made with a creamy, cheesy spinach-feta filling and buttery layers of phyllo pastry.
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Million Dollar Dip
Ready in just 5 minutes, this Million Dollar Dip combines creamy mayonnaise, cheddar, bacon, almonds, and spices, making it perfect for any party occasion.
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Watermelon Bites With Feta And Blueberry
Sweet and savory watermelon appetizer with feta and blueberry is gluten-free, healthy, easy, and refreshing! Red, white and blue appetizer!
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