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Appetizers

Chilled Lobster Salad with Sweet Summer Corn and Tomatoes, the perfect light summer salad made with sweet summer corn, grape tomatoes, garden herbs and chilled steamed lobster.

Chilled Lobster Salad with Sweet Summer Corn and Tomatoes

August 3, 2014

These savory plantains have been made lighter by baking instead of frying – you won't believe how good they taste!

Baked Tostones (Green Plantains)

June 16, 2014

These Vegan Eggplant Meatballs are amazing meatless meatballs, made with eggplant, white beans and breadcrumbs to hold them together

Vegan Eggplant Meatballs

May 29, 2014

I make Crock Pot Picadillo all the time in my house (Madison's number one request), and because it makes so much I like to get creative with my leftovers. I came up with this quesadilla for lunch one day and my husband said I should put it on the blog, so I thought with Cinco De Mayo coming, it would be fun to do some Cuban-Mexi fusion.

Picadillo Quesadillas

May 4, 2014

These Asian inspired meatballs are out of this world! Made with ground turkey, ginger, scallions, cilantro and sesame oil with a tangy sesame-lime dipping sauce

Asian Turkey Meatballs With Lime Sesame Dipping Sauce

February 23, 2014

Sauteed shrimp with garlic, dried chilies and lemon juice – it's spicy, garlicky, acidic and sooooo good! You can serve this as an appetizer or for dinner

Spicy Shrimp with Chilies and Garlic

February 19, 2014

The little bite sized babies might be cute, but watch out – they pack a little punch!

Baked Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Poppers

January 29, 2014

Quick and easy crab and avocado phyllo bites! These bite sized appetizers filled with fresh lump crab meat are the perfect finger food treat to any party.

Crab and Avocado Phyllo Bites

January 22, 2014

Quick and easy – these buffalo chicken strips are spicy and delicious! I like to serve them with my homemade skinny blue cheese dressing and celery sticks on the side for a hot and spicy appetizer.

Skinny Buffalo Chicken Strips

January 8, 2014

These baked salmon cakes are light, healthy and a perfect Holiday appetizer! With wild Alaskan salmon, peppers, capers, breadcrumbs and a zesty avocado dressing

Baked Salmon Cakes

December 10, 2013

These mini baked Italian rice balls are made with brown rice, chicken sausage, spinach and mozzarella cheese. Served with some warm marinara sauce, they make the perfect finger foods for the Holiday season or any time you want to serve appetizers.

Baked Mini Spinach and Sausage Arancini

December 9, 2013

These Ceviche Cucumber Cups are made with fresh raw fish (shellfish), lime juice, onions and cilantro, making it gluten-free, paleo friendly and low-carb!

Ceviche Cucumber Cups

December 5, 2013

These kid-friendly cauliflower tots are a great way to get your picky-kids to eat more vegetables! They make a great side dish and are easy to make.

Cauliflower Tots

November 5, 2013

This recipe is an oldie, but goodie! I had a big zucchini that needed using up and I was sooo in the mood for these yummy (and guiltless) zucchini pizza bites!

Zucchini Pizza Bites

August 12, 2013

Strips of eggplant, breaded and baked until golden and served with a quick marinara sauce. Serve these as a snack, appetizer or side dish. I'm making these tonight with an eggplant I bought at the farmer's market and figured I would revive the recipe from the archives. Enjoy!

Baked Eggplant Sticks

July 16, 2013

Grilled shrimp on skewers seasoned with cumin, garlic and finished with fresh squeezed lime juice and cilantro.

Grilled Cilantro Lime Shrimp Kebabs

June 27, 2013

Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs just SCREAM summer, made with chunks of boneless chicken breasts, skinny basil pesto and grape tomatoes. Serve this as an appetizer at your next backyard bash, or have them for dinner any night of the week with a great big salad or over pasta.

Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs

June 20, 2013

Guacamole Deviled Eggs are a healthy appetizer made with eggs, avocado, cilantro and lime juice. Loaded with a good dose of healthy fats and perfect for any dietary restriction – vegetarian, gluten-free, weight watchers, low-carb, paleo, keto and more!

Guacamole Deviled Eggs

March 13, 2013

Move over buffalo wings, this hot & cheesy shrimp dip will have everyone going back for more! This buffalo dip is perfect for super or any party appetizer.

Hot and Spicy Buffalo Shrimp Dip

January 29, 2013

This is the Best Guacamole Recipe and it's super easy and simple to make. Guacamole is a staple at every gathering and also a must when we have taco nights. Tommy is always in charge of making the guac, and he has converted many non-avocado lovers with this recipe.

Best Guacamole Recipe

January 18, 2013

A zesty chunky cheese dip with chunks of tomatoes, hot peppers, garlic, onions, lime juice, cilantro and spices. Get the chips ready, this stuff is good while it's hot!

Skinny Queso Dip

January 11, 2013

These easy, healthy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are made in the oven, perfect for football!

Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

January 7, 2013

Hot and cheesy imitation crab and artichoke dip is to die for! Serve this glorious dip with baked chips and you will have the perfect appetizer for any party.

Hot and Cheesy Crab and Artichoke Dip

December 27, 2012

These veggie shooters with fresh cut vegetables served in individual shot glasses and your favorite dressing makes for an easy, healthy, elegant appetizer. No double dipping!

Veggie Shooters (Crudites with Ranch Dip)

December 20, 2012

Shrimp cocktail is fine, but when I want something special, I like to have my zesty lime shrimp ceviche style!

Shrimp Ceviche Cocktail

December 6, 2012

Baked brie in mini phyllo cups topped with craisins, walnuts and honey. Delicious bite-sized appetizers, perfect for the Holidays!

Skinny Baked Brie Phyllo Cups with Craisins and Walnuts

November 21, 2012

These potato skins are stuffed with shredded buffalo chicken breast made in the crock pot, topped with melted cheese, blue cheese dressing, carrots and celery – they are seriously delicious! What's football without the appetizers.

Skinny Buffalo Chicken Potato Skins

October 6, 2012