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Summer Party Appetizers

May 8, 2021 By Melissa 2 Comments
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One of my favorite things about parties is the appetizers. I have rounded up some of my favorite summer party appetizers. I have even included some that are Keto and Vegan. Also, be sure to check out more easy party planning tips and ideas.

40 + Summer party appetizers with caprese skewers

Best Summer Party Appetizers

If you are looking for easy fresh food for a summer party you have come to the right spot. Here are over 40 summer party appetizer ideas and recipes that make great summer dinner party appetizers or you could make a bunch and have a summer appetizer party menu. Many of the recipes are light and flavorful and perfect for warm summer weather and outdoor eating. I also love that many of these recipes can be prepared prior to your party so you can enjoy your guests and the food.

Summer Party Appetizers

Caprese Skewers - An Easy Summer Appetizer

Photo Credit: inquiringchef.com

These little bites of summer are so much fun that I would like to start every dinner with them. 

Easy Healthy Salsa Recipe

Looking for an easy healthy salsa recipe? Here is my favorite. It is so so easy to make but tastes incredible. The fresh flavors blend together so well.

Air Fryer Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe

Photo Credit: hawaiitravelwithkids.com

These tasty Air Fryer Hawaiian Chicken Wings are super easy to make and have just the right amount of tropical flavor to make any summer party a hit!

Smoked Texas Twinkies { Brisket Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers}| crave the good

Photo Credit: www.cravethegood.com

Texas Twinkies are jalapeno poppers with a barbeque twist! These easy-to-make smoked appetizers are bound to be your new favorite.

Black Bean Corn Salsa (10 Minute Prep!)

Photo Credit: onmykidsplate.com

This black bean and corn salsa comes together fast, is so simple to make and is delicious for a bbq. Serve it as a dip with crunchy chips, or as a side with your favorite Mexican-inspired dish.

Easy Cucumber Hummus Bite Appetizers

Photo Credit: onmykidsplate.com

These cucumber hummus appetizers are a hit at parties and make a delicious finger food! Made with crisp cucumber, creamy hummus dip and flavorful roasted red peppers, everyone will love this tasty bite!

Easy Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Photo Credit: nourishplate.com

This easy pineapple salsa recipe has everything you look for in a party appetizer! It's fresh, super delicious, sweet, savory and spicy at the same time. It's also vegan and gluten-free.

Easy Spicy Pico de Gallo Guacamole Recipe

I love any type of guacamole but this Spicy Pico de Gallo Guacamole really sets the bar high. It is very easy to make and is made of fresh flavorful ingredients. Plus anything with bacon has to be good right?!? This recipe requires just some simple chopping and mixing which even the most basic cook can handle. However, since it is made with fresh ingredients the flavors are amazing and your friends might even think you slaved in the kitchen.

Whipped Lemon Ricotta with Grilled Bread

Photo Credit: saporitokitchen.com

Whipped Lemon Ricotta with Grilled Bread is a tasty appetizer that is great for brunch, end of Summer BBQ or even some lazy day Sunday snacking. This delicious appetizer can be whipped up in less than 20 minutes, it's almost too easy!

Coconut Shrimp + Dipping Sauce

Photo Credit: www.sweetteaandthyme.com

Crowd-pleasing coconut shrimp are crispy little bites of golden-brown deep-fried goodness with juicy jumbo shrimp inside. This recipe is super easy, quick to whip up, and served with a tangy, sweet, and savory coconut shrimp sauce that everyone loves.

5 Layer Greek Dip Recipe

Photo Credit: www.homemadeinterest.com

Our 5 Layer Greek Dip features a delicious blend of classic Mediterranean flavors that you’ll love dunking veggies and pita wedges into.

Avocado Dip with Cherry Tomatoes and Feta

Photo Credit: caramelandcashews.com

This easy avocado dip is the perfect party appetizer! It's a cinch to make and healthy too. Creamy avocados are topped with sweet cherry tomatoes and salty feta for a really flavorful dip.

Asian Meatballs

Photo Credit: www.bakingbeauty.net

Meatballs in an addicting sweet and tangy sauce. This easy party appetizer is always quick to disappear!

Zucchini Rolls with Guacamole - A Super Easy Low-Carb Appetizer

Photo Credit: simpleandsavory.com

Appetizers should be flavorful, simple and light and that’s exactly what these zucchini roll-ups are. The zucchini combined with spicy guacamole has a clean and refreshing flavor. You won’t feel guilty reaching for a second or third roll.

Smoked Salmon Cheese Ball: A No-Fuss Party Hit

Photo Credit: fluxingwell.com

This flavorful smoked salmon cheeseball appetizer is attractive and easy to make. It’s keto-friendly as well!

Socca Flatbreads

Photo Credit: emmaeatsandexplores.com

These Socca Flatbreads are so easy to make and have only two ingredients. Top with your favourite summery flavours for a delicious appetiser. Try tomatoes and basil or smoked salmon cream cheese or roasted veg with parmesan! Delicious

Tulip Tomatoes

Photo Credit: momswhosave.com

These tulip tomatoes will be so much fun to serve at a party or bring to any kind of gathering of your family and friends. They look fancy, but they are easy to make!

Shrimp Appetizers - Easy Party Appetizers

Photo Credit: www.healthylifetrainer.com

This shrimp appetizers has well-seasoned shrimp over creamy guacamole on a piece of smoked salmon and a crunchy slice of cucumber. So delicious and easy to make!

Baba Ganoush Recipe (How to Make Baba Ganoush)

Photo Credit: theforkedspoon.com

The BEST Baba Ganoush! Delicious and flavorful Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip made with roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. Gluten-free, vegan, and low-carb, learn how to make this easy Baba Ganoush Recipe and enjoy with crunchy vegetables, warm pita bread, or your favorite crackers.

Caramelized Onion and Blue Cheese Dip - West Coast Kitchen Garden

Photo Credit: sabrinacurrie.com

Easy, tasty and make ahead! Caramelized onion dip is addicting with a hint of blue cheese stirred in.

Herbed Ricotta Crostini

Photo Credit: itsnotcomplicatedrecipes.com

Herbed Ricotta Crostini is a light, fresh-tasting appetizer or snack which is quickly and easily prepared. This is a simple recipe that will demonstrate how easy it is to make crostini at home.

Grilled Brie Appetizer & Balsamic Strawberries

Photo Credit: www.binkysculinarycarnival.com

his Grilled Brie Appetizer with Balsamic Strawberries is the perfect, ridiculously easy appetizer for your next cook-out! Sweet from the strawberries, a bit of tart from the balsamic and so creamy

Summer Charcuterie Board

Photo Credit: smackofflavor.com

This is an easy Summer Cheese Plate for any occasion! Perfect as a no cook appetizer for a cookout or grilling session, for picnic or just as a light dinner in the summer heat.

Watermelon Prosciutto Appetizer Bites

Photo Credit: pinkfortitude.com

If you are looking for a summer appetizer that will wow your guests, these watermelon prosciutto appetizer bites are the perfect solution. They are easy to make and are sure to please

French rustic tomato tart with puff pastry: Summer in a bite!

Photo Credit: sevenroses.net

Juicy tomatoes, fresh summer herbs and tangy delicious mustard packed in puff pastry: this French rustic tomato tart is the ultimate "Summer in a bite" for me. Perfect for a quick lunch, a picnic or as an appetizer for a dinner party with a touch of South of France

Caprese Skewers With Pesto

Photo Credit: swirlsofflavor.com

Caprese Skewers With Pesto Dipping Sauce is an easy appetizer recipe. Homemade pesto dipping sauce is served with skewers of fresh basil, mozzarella and tomatoes.

Easy Salami Appetizer

Photo Credit: www.babaganosh.org

An easy finger food appetizer that is perfect for snacking and summer entertaining: slices of salami and cheese wrapped around an olive. These are always the first to disappear at any party!

Easy Vegan Crab Bites

Photo Credit: veganhuggs.com

Fast, easy and utterly delicious ~ these Vegan Crab Bites are the perfect party appetizer. They can be served hot or cold and take 20 minutes to prepare

How to Make a Charcuterie Board (Meat and Cheese Platter)

Photo Credit: www.therisingspoon.com

Learn how to make a gorgeous appetizer platter (charcuterie board) that'll impress everyone and disappear quickly at your next party. This one's loaded with cured meats, cheeses, summer produce, and lots of sweet & savory bite-sized nibbles, so there's something for everyone.

Smoky Hummus •

Photo Credit: www.gastronotherapy.com

This Smoky Hummus recipe is fast, easy, and so flavorful! Creamy, garlicky, and smoky, it pairs well with a fresh Israeli salad or pita bread!

 Cheeseless Crab Nachos

Photo Credit: www.momjunky.com

These nachos are gluten-free which is convenient in today’s world where everyone has their specific food allergies and dietary restrictions. This is also why my nachos are cheeseless!

Keto PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Photo Credit: how2doketo.com

Why go out to a restaurant when you can have delicious PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps made at home, any time you want! This spot-on copycat recipe is keto-friendly and ready in only 20 minutes!

Keto Lemon Pepper Wings

Photo Credit: how2doketo.com

Perfectly crispy on the outside, these baked Keto Lemon Pepper Wings rival any you’d find in a restaurant! Zesty lemon mingles with spicy black pepper and a hint of garlic for an incredibly flavorful bite!

Keto Buffalo Chicken Meatballs - Only 1g net carbs!

Photo Credit: thesoccermomblog.com

Easy, delicious, and less than 1g net carbs per serving! These Keto Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are a healthy appetizer that’s almost too good to be true! Once you try them you’ll know why they are one of our most popular keto recipes ever!

Fruit Appetizers on Toothpicks with Dip!

Photo Credit: diycandy.com

These fruit appetizers are so easy to make, plus you’ll get a delicious dip recipe – AND learn how to make washi tape toothpicks!

Bacon & Feta Stuffed Mini Peppers Appetizer

Photo Credit: diycandy.com

Do you love Trader Joe’s?! This delicious stuffed mini peppers recipe uses my favorites from there! It’s the perfect budget friendly appetizer idea.

Heirloom Tomato Toast

Photo Credit: theviewfromgreatisland.com

The simple pleasure of great tomatoes paired with great bread is known to tomato lovers everywhere.|

Fennel-Cucumber Bites with Creamy Tuna

Photo Credit: www.mychefsapron.com

This crunchy, low-carb snack or appetizer is made with creamy Brie, tuna, and parsley topped on fresh cucumber and fennel slices and garnished with salty and sweet fruits. These are healthy, tasty bites perfect for parties, entertaining guests, or movie nights at home!

Easy Mexican Deviled Eggs

Photo Credit: budgetdelicious.com

These Mexican Deviled Eggs are a tasty take on a classic. They are easy to whip up and ideal as party appetizers, protein-packed snacks, Game Day, or holiday side dish.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Phyllo Cup Appetizers

Photo Credit: wondermomwannabe.com

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Phyllo Cup Appetizers are perfect for parties any time of year. This quick and easy appetizer recipe will be a big hit.

Easy Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Photo Credit: littlesunnykitchen.com

These Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers are perfect for a game day snack, or to be served as an appetizer any day! They’re much healthier than your favorite restaurant jalapeño poppers, and you will love the combination of creamy, cheesy, hot, and crunchy when you eat them!

Summer Party Appetizer Ideas

I hope you found the perfect appetizer recipe or two for your summer party. There are so many different ideas that you are sure to find some that fit your taste and your guests. These recipes are great for warm weather and full of lots of fresh flavors. You will be the best summer party host around with these yummy appetizer recipes. Enjoy!

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  1. Janet says

    May 12, 2021 at 3:45 pm

    Such a great list. I especially like the Caprese Skewers and Watermelon Prosciutto Appetizer Bites.

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  2. Donna @ Modern on Monticello says

    May 19, 2021 at 9:58 am

    This is a great list with some delicious ideas. I have pinned it to refer back to this summer. I could enjoy a meal of just appetizers. #HomeMattersParty

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