12 Summer Appetizers Packed With Fresh, Seasonal Flavor
Summer entertaining starts with appetizers that are light, colorful, and full of fresh seasonal flavor. These recipes make the most of ripe produce, vibrant herbs, and easy-to-love ingredients to create bites that are perfect for barbecues, picnics, and backyard gatherings. Quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress, they’re the kind of starters guests can’t stop snacking on. Don’t be surprised if they disappear before the main course even arrives.
Balsamic Cherry Crostini
Balsamic Cherry Crostini are an easy appetizer perfect for entertaining! While cherries might be in season during the summer months, I like to use frozen cherries to create a festive red and green appetizer platter.
Heirloom Tomato Tart with Puff Pastry
This easy Heirloom Tomato Tart with Puff Pastry is a delicious light summer tart! Made with a creamy layer of garlic basil whipped goat cheese, and topped with juicy heirloom tomatoes, this tart screams summer!
Cheesy BBQ Pulled Pork Dip
Summertime is here, and summertime means BBQ. Nothing goes better with a summer evening than a few friends gathered on the deck, some cold drinks, and some smoky pulled pork.
Bruschetta Caprese
The easiest appetizer for Summer is here! Using the freshest ingredients, Bruschetta Caprese is made with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and aromatic basil layered on top of crusty bread. With a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, each bite is heaven for your taste buds!
Summer Cheese Board
This easy summer cheese board is perfect for entertaining! With brie, prosciutto, and peaches for a simple cheese and charcuterie board that’s sure to be a hit.
Easy Hawaiian Dip
Easy Hawaiian Dip is a super fun summer dip recipe! This cool and creamy dip is filled with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, pineapple, ham, bacon, and green onions. A mouthwatering sweet and savory combination!
Broiled Feta and Tomatoes
This broiled feta and tomatoes appetizer is an easy recipe and perfect for summer! Fresh cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic and a hunk of feta cheese are melted under the heat of the broiler, resulting in a hot jumble of soft creamy feta and garlicky sweet juicy blistered tomatoes – the most addictive topping for bread or crostini!
AHI TUNA NACHOS
If you’ve never had tuna nachos, prepare your mouth for this seriously delicious appetizer! These aren’t your average nachos smothered in cheese and jalapeños – nope, these are bright, fresh, and loaded with sushi-inspired flavor. Think crispy wonton chips piled high with poke-style ahi tuna, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a drizzle of spicy wasabi mayo.
Avocado Caprese Salad
This Avocado Caprese Salad is colorful, refreshing and bursting with fresh flavor. It’s a perfect appetizer or side dish for the summer.
Roasted Tomatoes and Goat Cheese
Today, I’m sharing this simple summer appetizer made with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and a mound of warm tangy goat cheese. Plus, I share why I believe in the power of neighbor food.
Mexican Street Corn Deviled Eggs
If you love classic deviled eggs and the bold flavors of Mexican street corn, this recipe brings the best of both worlds together in one irresistible bite. These Mexican street corn deviled eggs are creamy, zesty, and packed with street corn flavor from grilled corn, lime juice, chili powder, and queso fresco. They’re perfect for Easter brunch, summer BBQ gatherings, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and even game days. I’ve made these for my own family get-togethers, and they disappear fast every single time. You might want to plan on a double batch!
Peach Pizza with Goat Cheese, Prosciutto, and Honey
Sweet, salty and savory? This Peach Pizza has layers of luxurious flavor that will have you craving it all year round… but the fresh peaches make it the perfect dish for summer!
