12 Summer Appetizers That Start the Meal Right
Summer meals feel even better when they start with something fresh, flavorful, and simple to enjoy. These appetizers bring together warm-weather favorites like crisp vegetables, juicy fruit, seafood, dips, skewers, and colorful bites that work before almost any main dish. From chilled starters to grilled options and party-ready favorites, each one adds something fun to the table without feeling too heavy. They’re a great way to kick off a summer meal with plenty of flavor.
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.
Grilled Halloumi Cheese Recipe
Grilled Halloumi is a fast, delicious appetizer that is crispy, creamy and absolutely scrumptious! All you need is some halloumi cheese from your local grocery store. Be prepared for a delicious and easy treat perfect for tossing in a salad, serving with a pita or drizzling with honey!
Shrimp saganaki
Shrimp saganaki is a delicious Greek dish combining shrimp cooked in a tomato sauce with feta cheese on top. It’s really easy to make, with lots of great flavor. It’s comforting yet not to heavy and perfect for sharing.
Salmorejo
Salmorejo is a Spanish cold tomato soup similar to the better-known gazpacho, but even simpler and creamier (though there’s no cream). It’s easy to make with just a handful of common ingredients and perfect to cool down on a hot day.
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!
Quick & Easy Skinny Poolside Dip Recipe
If you haven’t ever tried poolside dip you’re missing out! I mean with a name like that you just have to try it! This skinny poolside dip is a loaded veggie dip that is so easy to make and is seriously addicting! That’s okay though because it’s a healthy ranch dip packed with nutritious veggies! It’s my go-to quick and easy appetizer recipe!
Watermelon Mango Kiwi Salsa
Watermelon mango salsa is the best vegan summer snack, it’s light, fresh, fruity, and absolutely delicious! You’ll love the sweet and tangy flavors in this refreshing twist on classic salsa! Enjoy it with cinnamon chips, on tacos, or in dessert nachos!
Baba Ganoush
Baba Ganoush is a dish made by pureeing eggplant with herbs and spices to create a unique dip or spread. Similar to hummus, baba ganoush is delicious on sandwiches, eggs, or with vegetables.
Fresh Zucchini Salsa Recipe
Discover the irresistible flavors of our garden-fresh zucchini salsa. Made with fresh zucchinis bursting with nutrients, this savory salsa is a must-try for any salsa lover. Get ready to indulge in a delicious blend of fresh veggies and aromatic herbs. It’s perfect for serving with tortilla chips or topping your favorite dishes.
Grilled Peaches
Grilled Peaches – Fresh, juicy, sweet peaches are rolled with bacon and brown sugar before being grilled to perfection. Then, the crispy, bacon covered peaches are served with arugula, mozzarella, and balsamic glaze.
Corn Guacamole
Charred sweet corn adds texture and great flavor to this easy Corn Guacamole. A fresh and festive choice for your appetizer menu.
Easy Tortellini Skewers Appetizer
An ultimate finger food perfect for parties and get togethers, Tortellini Skewers! With just 5 simple ingredients these appetizers are best prepped ahead of time, so perfect for entertaining, just take out of the fridge and serve!
