IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Eggplant Caviar with Whipped Labneh, Burnt Garlic & Pomegranate Oil
Smoky roasted eggplant dip crowned with herbed labneh, crispy garlic chips, and pomegranate-chili oil
351 cal · 8g protein · 33 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
EasyAppetizer
Smoked Herring & Horseradish Cream Crisps
Crispy pumpernickel, tangy fish, peppery bite
103 cal · 6g protein · 10 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Uni Custard Tartlet with Toasted Nori Crust, Charred Lemon Soil & Crispy Saffron Crackle
Buttery Sea Urchin in an umami-rich shell with textural complexity
781 cal · 6g protein · 75 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Phyllo Cigars Filled with Spiced Squash, Ricotta & Pomegranate Seeds
Shatteringly crispy pastry rolls stuffed with creamy-sweet-tangy autumn filling
535 cal · 12g protein · 22 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Eggplant Rolls with Spiced Lamb, Burnt Chili & Labneh
Caramelized eggplant, warm spiced lamb ragù, cool tangy yogurt
616 cal · 24g protein · 42 min
EasyAppetizer
Grilled Octopus with Charred Lemon & Smoky Paprika Oil
Tender tentacles, crispy edges, bold spice
416 cal · 36g protein · 17 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Korean-Braised Short Rib & Sesame Wonton Crisps with Pomegranate Glaze
Tender braised beef in crispy wontons, glazed with pomegranate and sesame seed crackle
423 cal · 23g protein · 43 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Delicata Squash Crudo with Pomegranate Molasses, Crispy Chickpeas & Whipped Labne with Za'atar Oil
Raw and charred squash with tangy whipped cheese, tart pomegranate depth, and crunchy chickpeas
809 cal · 36g protein · 65 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Phyllo Shrimp Crescents with Chermoula Oil & Charred Lemon
Delicate pastry pockets of spiced shrimp with vibrant herb oil
788 cal · 28g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Jambu-Crusted Seared Scallop with Yuca Purée, Black Garlic Emulsion & Toasted Coconut Soil
Jambu's numb-spice electrifies a golden scallop; umami depths unfold
626 cal · 6g protein · 48 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Paneer Tikka Tartine with Pomegranate-Tamarind Gastrique & Microgreens
Spiced paneer on crisp toast with jeweled glaze and peppery greens
879 cal · 26g protein · 55 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Causa Limeña Towers with Smoked Trout, Avocado Mousse & Crispy Huacatay Oil
Layered yellow potato terrine, silky avocado, smoked trout, herbed oil
987 cal · 19g protein · 43 min
EasyAppetizer
Charred Tomato & Herb Salsa with Crispy Pita Chips
Smoky tomato, herb-forward dip, crunchy carriers
295 cal · 7g protein · 17 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Corn Bisque Shooter with Crispy Chorizo Crumble & Burnt Corn Oil
Shot glass amuse, textural finesse, one bite of refinement
727 cal · 15g protein · 50 min
EasyAppetizer
Baked Bacalao Croquetas with Lemon Aioli
Golden, crispy salt-cod fritters—a Portuguese tavern classic, made easy
650 cal · 29g protein · 27 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Ceviche-Style Halibut Crudo with Crispy Plantain Chips & Black Garlic Oil
Raw fish cured in citrus, layered with crispy tuile & umami oil
314 cal · 17g protein · 36 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Huître Chaude en Croûte de Champagne et Beurre de Safran
Warm oyster crust with Champagne foam and saffron beurre blanc
595 cal · 4g protein · 30 min
EasyAppetizer
Camarão com Alho Queimado & Azeite Frito
Crispy garlic shrimp with burnt garlic oil and charred lime
557 cal · 36g protein · 15 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Eggplant Rounds with Pomegranate-Walnut Sauce & Toasted Sesame Oil
Tender interior, shattering crust, sweet-tart depth
551 cal · 6g protein · 31 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Saffron-Semolina Discs with Spiced Beet Purée, Pomegranate Caviar & Burnt Mustard Oil
Golden fried semolina crisps with jeweled beet, tart pomegranate, and complex spiced oil
1373 cal · 11g protein · 40 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Shallot & Uni Custard Tartlets with Chili Oil & Lemon Soil
Elegant, umami-luxe: buttery shell, silky sea urchin, spice kick
433 cal · 3g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Camarão Assado com Manteiga de Alho Queimado, Mil-Folhas de Batata-Doce & Emulsão de Pimentão-Fumado
Charred prawns with burnt-garlic butter, sweet potato layers, and smoky paprika emulsion
872 cal · 57g protein · 65 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Chilled Abalone with Gochujang Emulsion, Crispy Rice Paper & Pickled Cucumber Ribbons
Tender poached abalone, spiced chili mayo, shattered rice paper, bright pickled vegetables
387 cal · 11g protein · 65 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Tostaditas de Atún Ahumado with Avocado Mousse, Crispy Garlic & Charred Jalapeño
Crispy corn rounds topped with silky avocado purée, smoked tuna, and spicy charred pepper
912 cal · 31g protein · 33 min