Summer is considered to be a best time for family and friends get together due to the abundance of fresh and seasonal ingredients.
No matter if you are looking to host a backyard barbecue, or a casual get together, having a list of easy and delicious appetizers is mandatory. In this article, we’ve made a list of 13 easy summer appetizers that are sure to impress your guests and make your summer entertaining at home.
From refreshing bites to savory treats, these recipes can be prepared easily and are full of flavors.
Get ready to elevate your summer gatherings with these simple yet delightful appetizers that will keep everyone coming back for more.
1. Caprese Skewers
You can take all ingredients of a classic caprese salad and layer them onto skewers for a quick appetizer. These tomato mozzarella basil skewers are very easy to assemble and are perfect for a party.
2. Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Peppers
We love a three ingredient appetizer and this one tastes more than the sum of its parts. Tangy peppadews are usually filled with store-bought pimiento cheese and is lastly sprinkled with chopped fresh chives.
3. Pesto Deviled Eggs
You can have a classy summery twist by just stirring potatoes into the deviled egg filling.
4. 2 Ingredient Pineapple-Bacon Bites
In this fresh pineapples are wrapped in crispy bacon which is the ultimate mash-up of sweet and savory flavors. This winning combo is served in a two-ingredient appetizer that is easy to pull together for random meet-ups.
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5. Blackberry & Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Roll
You can make this 3 ingredient recipe when you want to make something that needs little effort. Blackberry jam usually provides sweetness while goat cheese can add a slight tang to create a sweet and savory appetizer.
6. Skillet Beer Cheese
This is one the recipe which is a must addition to get start any campfire party. The pinch of cayenne really adds that special something to this melty, creamy beer cheese. This can be best served with toasted baguette and cold beer.
7. Melon Prosciutto Skewers
If have never tried the mixed flavor of melon and prosciutto, then you can try this recipe. Its beyond delicious with a ultimate taste of salty and sweet.
8. Tomato and Brie Tart
Summer tomatoes shine alongside melty brie in this eye-catching tart recipe. You need to slice up the tomatoes into smaller pieces for the perfect summer appetizer or into large ones. These can also be served with a peppery arugula salad.
9. Southern Fried Shrimp
Everyone loves an appetizer which is so good that it can be doubled as a main dish just like this southern fried shrimp which is flavored with creole seasoning.
10. Baked Brie with Blackberry Jam
Baked Brie is actually a classic, crowd-pleasing party appetizer either when it is wrapped in a pastry, in bite-size form or covered in a fruity jam. In this easy recipe, a wheel of Brie is topped with blackberry jam, baked for about 10 minutes and then served with crisp apple slices.
11. Blistered Shishito Peppers
These delicious blistered shishito peppers are nutty and say big thanks to the combination of lime juice and sesame oil. The creamy dipping sauce tames any heat that may creep into these usually mild peppers. This is a perfect appetizer for any small get together.
12. Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks
This recipe combines shredded zucchini, cheese, and eggs for a low carb cheesy breadsticks like the ones which you can get from pizzeria. You can dip it in marinara for a better flavor.
13. Peach Salsa
Fresh summer peaches and tomatoes shine in this salsa which can be made in just 15 minutes.
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