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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.

Scallop & Bottarga Crostini with Fennel FoamIntermediate
Appetizer

Scallop & Bottarga Crostini with Fennel Foam

Silken raw scallop meets umami bottarga and aromatic fennel vapor

369 cal · 16g protein · 23 min
high-proteinseafoodgluten-free-option
Crispy Pomegranate-Glazed Shrimp Wonton Cups with Green Chili MousseIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Pomegranate-Glazed Shrimp Wonton Cups with Green Chili Mousse

Spiced, fruity, creamy, crisp

448 cal · 13g protein · 33 min
high-proteingluten-free option
Crispy Kefalotyri & Fig Leaf Oil Croquettes with Charred Lemon & Burnt GarlicIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Kefalotyri & Fig Leaf Oil Croquettes with Charred Lemon & Burnt Garlic

panfried Greek cheese fritters with herbal infusion and citrus-garlic glaze

1237 cal · 31g protein · 39 min
high-proteinvegetarian
Crispy Heirloom Tomato Rounds with Whipped Labneh & Sumac OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Heirloom Tomato Rounds with Whipped Labneh & Sumac Oil

Panko-crusted tomato, crispy sage, pomegranate molasses

837 cal · 16g protein · 22 min
vegetariangluten-free-option30-minute
Crispy Corn & Charred Tomatillo Cones with Charred Lime Crema & PomegranateIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Corn & Charred Tomatillo Cones with Charred Lime Crema & Pomegranate

Golden corn-masa cones, charred tomatillo salsa, lime-scallion crema, fresh pomegranate seeds

387 cal · 8g protein · 45 min
vegetarianhandheldshowstopper
Crispy Burrata e Pomodori Affumicati con Olio di Basilico NeroIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Burrata e Pomodori Affumicati con Olio di Basilico Nero

Shattered burrata over slow-roasted smoked tomatoes with black basil oil & crispy sage

388 cal · 3g protein · 43 min
vegetariangluten-freehigh-fat
Crispy Tuile Cups with Escamoles, Charred Corn & Black Garlic OilEasy
Appetizer

Crispy Tuile Cups with Escamoles, Charred Corn & Black Garlic Oil

Delicate corn tuile vessels holding ancient protein, roasted corn, and umami richness

325 cal · 5g protein · 33 min
high-proteingluten-freepaleo
Crispy Kibbeh Nayye Tartare Cups with Pomegranate Gastrique & Burnt Garlic OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Kibbeh Nayye Tartare Cups with Pomegranate Gastrique & Burnt Garlic Oil

Raw lamb tartare in crispy bulgur shells with tart-sweet reduction

481 cal · 14g protein · 36 min
paleogluten-freehigh-protein
Crispy Celery Root Rounds with Smoked Eel, Sorrel Cream & CapersIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Celery Root Rounds with Smoked Eel, Sorrel Cream & Capers

Thin-fried celeriac discs topped with silky smoked eel, tangy sorrel sauce, and crunchy capers

312 cal · 18g protein · 24 min
gluten-freehigh-protein
Crispy Kibbeh Nayye Tartare Cups with Pomegranate & Herb OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Kibbeh Nayye Tartare Cups with Pomegranate & Herb Oil

Raw lamb kibbeh in crispy phyllo vessels, pomegranate molasses dressing

591 cal · 15g protein · 40 min
high-proteingrain-free-option
Smoked Eel & Beet Root Tartare on Rye Crisp with Horseradish FoamIntermediate
Appetizer

Smoked Eel & Beet Root Tartare on Rye Crisp with Horseradish Foam

Delicate smoke, earthy beet, peppery foam

556 cal · 24g protein · 26 min
high-proteingluten-free-option
Uni Custard with Crispy Shallot & Charred Lemon SoilIntermediate
Appetizer

Uni Custard with Crispy Shallot & Charred Lemon Soil

Silken sea urchin mousse with textured umami crust

278 cal · 7g protein · 34 min
elegantgluten-freeluxury-ingredient
Croquetas de Bacalao Desmenuzado con Salsa de Pimentón y Aioli de AzafránSophisticated
Appetizer

Croquetas de Bacalao Desmenuzado con Salsa de Pimentón y Aioli de Azafrán

Crispy salt cod croquettes with smoked paprika sauce & saffron aioli

687 cal · 38g protein · 45 min
high-proteinseafood
Huitres Chaudes aux Échalotes, Beurre Blanc & Mignonette de Poivre RoseIntermediate
Appetizer

Huitres Chaudes aux Échalotes, Beurre Blanc & Mignonette de Poivre Rose

Warm oysters gratinéed with minced shallot, beurre blanc, and pink peppercorn mignonette

379 cal · 3g protein · 20 min
seafoodluxe
Crispy Lentil & Garlic Cakes with Tamarind-Pomegranate Glaze & Pomegranate ArilsIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Lentil & Garlic Cakes with Tamarind-Pomegranate Glaze & Pomegranate Arils

Golden fried cakes of tempered red lentils, crowned with sweet-sour glaze and jewel-like fruit

615 cal · 13g protein · 33 min
veganhigh-fibergluten-free
Millefeuille de Morue et Légumes OubliésIntermediate
Appetizer

Millefeuille de Morue et Légumes Oubliés

Crispy salted cod & root vegetable puff with beurre blanc émulsion

743 cal · 53g protein · 65 min
special-occasionpescatariangluten-free-option
Crispy Yuca Fondant with Charred Habanero Crema & Black Garlic OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Yuca Fondant with Charred Habanero Crema & Black Garlic Oil

Fried cassava cake with spicy cream and umami drizzle

562 cal · 9g protein · 42 min
vegetariangluten-free
Crispy Tteokbokki Rice Cake Skewers with Sriracha-Miso Glaze & Bonito Flake ShowerIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Tteokbokki Rice Cake Skewers with Sriracha-Miso Glaze & Bonito Flake Shower

Korean street food elevated with spiced glaze and umami finish

1147 cal · 27g protein · 26 min
vegetarian-adaptable
Burrata Bruciata con Nocciole Tostate e Olio di ScorzoneraIntermediate
Appetizer

Burrata Bruciata con Nocciole Tostate e Olio di Scorzonera

Charred burrata with toasted hazelnuts and scorzonera oil

512 cal · 16g protein · 20 min
vegetariangluten-freequick-and-elegant
Crispy Taro & Shrimp Tuile Cups with Chili Oil Drizzle & Pomegranate Seed PopIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Taro & Shrimp Tuile Cups with Chili Oil Drizzle & Pomegranate Seed Pop

Edible vessel with silky filling and jewel garnish

412 cal · 24g protein · 45 min
gluten-freefried
Crispy Oyster & Herb Croquettes with Mignonette Espuma & Crispy SageIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Oyster & Herb Croquettes with Mignonette Espuma & Crispy Sage

Golden oyster bites in silken sauce with theatrical foam

725 cal · 12g protein · 35 min
30-minutehigh-proteindairy-free-optional
Crispy Anchovy & Garlic Chimaek Croquettes with Gochujang AioliIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Anchovy & Garlic Chimaek Croquettes with Gochujang Aioli

Korean fried chicken-and-fish hybrid with spicy mayo

512 cal · 31g protein · 36 min
high-protein
Crispy Beef Lentil Patties with Mint ChutneyIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Beef Lentil Patties with Mint Chutney

Ground beef and red lentil cakes with a surprise green sauce

405 cal · 23g protein · 36 min
high-proteingluten-free
Crispy Lamb Fricos with Charred Garlic & Lime AioliIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Lamb Fricos with Charred Garlic & Lime Aioli

Rendered lamb fat crisps with tamarind and lime

540 cal · 16g protein · 30 min
gluten-freeelegant