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Looking for some delicious and nutritious holiday appetizers to serve at your next gathering? I’ve got you covered! Appetizers are one of my favorite parts of the holidays! I’ve rounded up a list of my top balanced and festive holiday appetizers sure to impress your guests.
From classic appetizer favorites like healthy, homemade ranch dip and veggies to a fun twist on charcuterie boards, there’s something for everyone here in this round up. Whether you’re hosting a small family dinner or a large holiday party, these easy-to-make appetizer recipes will help you create a festive and delicious spread.
Let’s unwrap my top holiday appetizer recipes:
The combination of tangy, salty feta with maple-syrup sweetened cranberry sauce is the most amazing flavor experience ever. It’s the perfect holiday appetizer and it’s so easy. Plus the gorgeous red color from the cranberry sauce is oh-so-festive! It’s one of my favorite holiday appetizers of all time!
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This creamy whipped ricotta dip recipe is so simple but so incredibly flavorful too. You’ll combine ricotta with fresh lemon, garlic, a touch of honey, salt and then top with fresh rosemary and thyme. It’s blended into the most delicious, creamy texture, perfect for dipping. It’s great for any dinner party, but especially perfect for a holiday appetizer.
This high protein spinach artichoke dip is creamy, garlicky, SO cheesy and packed with protein (19 grams per serving!). It’s the perfect healthier twist on a classic dip for entertaining.
This pumpkin feta dip is the perfect appetizer to serve at all of your holidays and fall gatherings. Pumpkin puree is whipped with tangy feta, Greek yogurt, garlic and a touch of honey in this simple, irresistible dip.
The creamy cheesy base of this dip with the sharp bite of jalapeño peppers and salty bacon is SO good and is sure to be a major crowd pleaser at your next gathering.
Super creamy high protein hummus with a secret ingredient that adds creaminess and protein. It’s perfect for serving with pita chips or crostini before a holiday meal.
This easy cowboy caviar is perfect for serving with tortilla chips while everyone waits for their full holiday meal to be ready. It’s vibrant and colorful and packed with flavor!
Cottage cheese creates the perfect base for this dip because it’s so creamy, blends into a perfectly smooth texture, and has a mild flavor that gives this dip a subtle cheesecake vibe. Serve with sliced up apples, pears, or graham crackers. Your holiday guests will love this dip as much as I do.
This high protein buffalo chicken dip is so flavorful that you’d never know it was made a little bit lighter and higher protein with Greek yogurt. Pair it with tortilla chips, veggies or your favorite dippers! It’s the perfect crowd pleaser for your next holiday.
This creamy taco dip has 18 grams of protein per serving and you only need a few simple ingredients. It’s the perfect high protein dip for tortilla chips, pita chips or sliced veggies! Add this to your holiday spread for an easy crowd pleaser.
These charcuterie skewers make an absolutely fabulous holiday party appetizer (especially if you’re intimidated to make a classic charcuterie board!). They’re easy, they’re versatile, and you can customize your skewers to include all of your favorite meats, cheeses, fruits, and veggies!
This chocolate chip Greek yogurt cookie dough dip is the perfect high protein healthy appetizer OR dessert. It could be both for your holiday parties! It’s great for serving with your favorite fruit, crackers or cookies.
If you’re a ranch lover, this high protein dip is going to be your new favorite. I always love a good platter of fresh veggies with dip at the holidays. This is a great way to add a protein boost to your appetizer spread.
This cheesy 2-ingredient cottage cheese bread has 9 grams of protein per slice and is so incredibly simple. I love topping it with some shredded cheddar for an easy cheesy bread that your whole family will love! Whether you serve this with the whipped feta cranberry dip or whipped ricotta dip, this 2-ingredient bread deserves a spot at your next holiday party.
This tortellini Caprese salad is the perfect appetizer twist on classic Caprese salad. With fresh flavors of basil, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and a delicious white balsamic vinaigrette, it’s a must-try side dish or appetizer.
This easy cottage cheese queso dip recipe is insanely good, high protein, and only uses four ingredients. This cheesy dip is creamy, flavorful and takes less than 5 minutes to make. Serve this and your favorite tortilla chips at a holiday party or dinner, and your guests will love it.
These chopped Italian sliders are absolutely incredible and a major crowd pleaser. They’re filled with chopped deli meats, provolone cheese and an easy chopped salad tossed with vinaigrette, and toasted with just the right amount of garlic butter. These bite size sliders are the perfect appetizer for your holiday parties.
Serve this black bean and corn dip for an easy appetizer before your big holiday meal with tortilla chips or crostini.
Is there ever an occasion that buffalo chicken dip isn’t a perfect addition? Serve this while your guests wait for the big meal!
This high protein dip is perfect for serving in a beautiful platter with fresh sliced fruit or graham crackers at your next holiday meal.
Need more holiday dish ideas? Check out these posts too:
- 25 Desserts + Treats to Make this Holiday Season
- 20+ Healthy Holiday Sides from a Dietitian’s Kitchen
Or, check out all of my holiday recipes here:
