Party Appetizer Recipes With Perks
Appetizers are foods served before a meal to help stimulate the appetite. How about stimulating good health as well by serving appetizers with perks? That’s dietitian talk for appetizers filled with both great taste and good nutrition.
All you have to do is think five. Make sure your party menu features something from each of the five nutrient-rich food groups: grains (preferably whole grains), fruits, vegetables, dairy and protein (preferably lean protein). I’ve got you covered with three simple appetizers that incorporate all five groups.
Keep portion size in mind, too, because the last thing you want is for your guests to stuff themselves on appetizers and not eat or enjoy your main event. My bite-sized appetizers with perks are perfect for stimulating the appetite while giving everyone a dose of brain, heart and body-boosting nutrients.
Another perk is cooking ease for the host and hostess. Mini Caprese Salad Kabobs are easy to assemble and require no cooking or baking, just whisking. Mini Crab Cakes bake in the oven while you prep the Smoky Romesco Sauce in a food processor. And an easy-to-make, gluten-free menu option can be found in Steak and Potatoes Crostini, because potato slices stand in for bread.
Happy healthy holiday season and new year!
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