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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.

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 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

616 cal · 25g protein · 36 min
high-protein
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

904 cal · 12g protein · 35 min
30-minutehigh-proteindairy-free-optional
Spiced Lamb Kibbeh Nayye with Pomegranate & Pine Nut Garnish, Crudités & Labne DipIntermediate
Appetizer

Spiced Lamb Kibbeh Nayye with Pomegranate & Pine Nut Garnish, Crudités & Labne Dip

Raw lamb tartare, bulgur, warm spices, tart pomegranate seeds, herbaceous crunch

300 cal · 21g protein · 20 min
high-proteinlow-carbpaleo-friendly
Crispy Conch Fritters with Habanero-Mango Gastrique & Charred LimeIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Conch Fritters with Habanero-Mango Gastrique & Charred Lime

Golden, briny, sweet-spicy heat

248 cal · 18g protein · 42 min
gluten-freehigh-protein
Crispy Chickpea & Herb Phyllo Nests with Spiced Yogurt & Pomegranate CaviarIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Chickpea & Herb Phyllo Nests with Spiced Yogurt & Pomegranate Caviar

Shatteringly crisp shells filled with roasted chickpeas and luxe toppings

711 cal · 23g protein · 38 min
vegetariangluten-free option
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

868 cal · 26g protein · 45 min
gluten-freefried
Crispy Artichoke & Pancetta Croquettes with Burnt Sage AioliIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Artichoke & Pancetta Croquettes with Burnt Sage Aioli

Golden fried morsels, tender charred artichoke, smoky pork, herbaceous mayo

577 cal · 28g protein · 35 min
pescatarian
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

858 cal · 11g protein · 42 min
vegetariangluten-free
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

394 cal · 7g protein · 34 min
elegantgluten-freeluxury-ingredient
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
Beef Rouladen Carpaccio with Crispy Mustard Crumble, Pickled Red Onion & Horseradish MousseIntermediate
Appetizer

Beef Rouladen Carpaccio with Crispy Mustard Crumble, Pickled Red Onion & Horseradish Mousse

Deconstructed rouladen with raw beef and sharp condiments

299 cal · 27g protein · 30 min
paleo-friendlyhigh-proteinlow-carb
Saffron-Crusted Prawns with Burnt Orange & Crushed Pistachios, Spiced Yogurt DrizzleSophisticated
Appetizer

Saffron-Crusted Prawns with Burnt Orange & Crushed Pistachios, Spiced Yogurt Drizzle

Golden, aromatic crustaceans with citrus brightness and herbaceous depth

336 cal · 8g protein · 30 min
gluten-free-optionalhigh-protein
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

732 cal · 13g protein · 33 min
veganhigh-fibergluten-free
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
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

524 cal · 28g protein · 45 min
high-proteinseafood
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

905 cal · 27g protein · 26 min
vegetarian-adaptable
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
Crispy Palmito (Heart of Palm) Coins with Charred Lime & Spiced AioliIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Palmito (Heart of Palm) Coins with Charred Lime & Spiced Aioli

Delicate, crispy-outside palm fritters with Brazilian flair

853 cal · 14g protein · 22 min
vegetariangluten-free-adaptable
Crispy Beef Tongue Strips with Charred Tomato Emulsion & Crispy Shallot OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Beef Tongue Strips with Charred Tomato Emulsion & Crispy Shallot Oil

Pan-seared beef tongue with charred tomato foam, crispy shallot oil, and fresh herb salad

731 cal · 23g protein · 43 min
gluten-freehigh-proteinnose-to-tail
Crispy Wonton Cups with Lamb Filling, Tamarind Glaze & Pomegranate PearlsIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Wonton Cups with Lamb Filling, Tamarind Glaze & Pomegranate Pearls

Shattered-crisp, savory-sweet, and jeweled with pomegranate

809 cal · 18g protein · 35 min
high-proteindairy-free
Crispy Freekeh Cakes with Charred Eggplant Purée & Pomegranate Molasses OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Freekeh Cakes with Charred Eggplant Purée & Pomegranate Molasses Oil

Roasted green wheat cakes with smoky dip and tangy glaze

570 cal · 17g protein · 45 min
vegetariangluten-free-optionalhigh-fiber
Croquetas de Camarão com MaracujáIntermediate
Appetizer

Croquetas de Camarão com Maracujá

Crispy shrimp and palm heart croquettes with passion fruit aioli and chili dust

755 cal · 35g protein · 32 min
dairy-free

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.

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