IntermediateAppetizer
Burrata Mousse with Crispy Chickpeas & Pomegranate Molasses
Creamy, whipped cheese with crunchy roasted legumes and tart-sweet glaze
380 cal · 18g protein · 32 min
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Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Real, healthy appetizer ideas with full recipes, macros and a one-tap grocery list. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Intermediate
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Scallop with Burnt Hazelnut Oil & Sea Bean Vinaigrette
Single seared scallop surrounded by crispy sea vegetables and nutty, smoky emulsion
180 cal · 16g protein · 27 min
EasyAppetizer
Radish & Butter Tartine with Fleur de Sel
Thinly sliced radish on whipped cultured butter, a German open-faced secret.
190 cal · 5g protein · 8 min
EasyAppetizer
Thai Curry Shrimp Lettuce Cups with Roasted Peanut Crumble & Charred Chili Oil
Spiced shrimp, creamy peanut, fresh herb wrap
613 cal · 48g protein · 18 min
EasyAppetizer
Burnt Butter Mushroom & Walnut Tartlets
Crispy phyllo cups with seared mushrooms, toasted walnuts & sage
465 cal · 8g protein · 28 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Sauerkraut & Emmental Fritters with Apple Mustard
Golden fritters, tangy sauerkraut, creamy cheese, sharp apple-mustard dip
603 cal · 19g protein · 22 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Lumpia Rolls with Sweet-Sour Sauce
Ginger-pork spring rolls, golden-fried, with a quick sweet and tangy dipping sauce
506 cal · 13g protein · 22 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Yuca Cake with Charred Green Tomato, Burrata & Crispy Garlic Oil
Pan-fried cassava cake, unripe tomato, creamy cheese, golden garlic chips
727 cal · 20g protein · 38 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Taro Tuile Cups with Lump Crab Salad, Charred Chili Oil & Avocado Mousse
Fried taro lace, sweet crab, green silk, chili heat
682 cal · 25g protein · 60 min
EasyAppetizer
Causa Limeña Tart with Cured Fish & Avocado Mousse
Stacked layers of silky potato purée, fresh fish crudo, and cooling avocado—a Peruvian icon, simplified
510 cal · 28g protein · 23 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Langostino & Burnt Ginger Custard Tart with Green Olive Emulsion
Creamy umami custard, seared langoustine, savory-spicy finish
947 cal · 5g protein · 85 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Radicchio Wedges with Anchovy-Parmesan Drizzle and Crispy Breadcrumb
Bitter-sweet vegetable with savory umami and toasted crunch
160 cal · 5g protein · 30 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Tôm Nướng Ngoài Lá: Grilled Shrimp in Scented Leaves with Charred Chili-Lime Butter & Burnt Garlic Crumb
Hand-held luxury—grilled shrimp in aromatic leaves with multiple textured finishes
416 cal · 10g protein · 50 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Bánh Cuốn Tôm Nóng: Warm Shrimp Crêpe with Charred Jalapeño & Black Garlic Relish
Silken rice crêpe encasing herb-poached shrimp and crispy fried shallot, sided with burnt chili-garlic bite
786 cal · 44g protein · 37 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Beef Tendon & Quince Tartlet
Gelatinous collagen meets fragrant fruit and caramelized onion
180 cal · 7g protein · 215 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Chicken Skin Rind with Sichuan Salt & Charred Shallot Ash
Irresistible textural play of crispy, salty, and umami
518 cal · 38g protein · 35 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Malanga & Charred Shrimp Croquetas with Aji Verde-Black Garlic Dip
Crispy tuber, pink shrimp, herbaceous green chili sauce
180 cal · 7g protein · 45 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Polenta & Corn Bisque Cup with Charred Scallion Oil & Crispy Sage
A warm, savory-sweet corn soup served in an edible crispy polenta vessel
608 cal · 10g protein · 28 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Corn Velouté in Herb Brioche Cups with Crispy Sage Oil
A creamy, unexpected starter—corn, corn, corn, with savory brown butter finish
538 cal · 9g protein · 43 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Saffron Squid with Charred Lemon and Romesco Espuma
A Spanish-inspired squid with unexpected texture and technique
757 cal · 38g protein · 27 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Halloumi Wedges with Burnt Honey and Thyme Oil
Squeaky, melty cheese with caramelized honey and herbaceous finish
647 cal · 28g protein · 24 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Delicata Squash & Brown Butter Sage Crisps with Whipped Ricotta, Crispy Hazelnuts & Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Roasted autumn squash meets crispy sage tuile and pomegranate-ricotta cream
302 cal · 8g protein · 39 min
EasyAppetizer
Schnitzel Tartlets with Red Cabbage Slaw & Crispy Shallots
Crispy breaded veal wafers, pickled red cabbage, caramelized shallots
658 cal · 15g protein · 24 min
EasyAppetizer
Crostini di Fegatini d'Oca con Mostarda
Goose liver pâté crostini with hot-sweet mustard fruit
425 cal · 20g protein · 20 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 32 minutes. The quickest is around 18 minutes and the longest about 60 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 255 and 914 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
