IntermediateAppetizer
Cuon Tôm Nướng – Charred Shrimp & Crispy Taro Tuile Wraps
Grilled butterfly shrimp in gossamer taro crisps with chili oil and pomegranate pearls
459 cal · 12g protein · 38 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
IntermediateAppetizer
Soy-Glazed Scallop & Shiitake Mushroom Gyoza with Gochujang-Vinegar Dipping Sauce
Pan-fried dumplings with briny scallop and earthy mushroom filling
252 cal · 15g protein · 40 min
EasyAppetizer
Escargots à la Bourguignonne en Croûte
Garlic-parsley butter-baked snails in phyllo cups with toasted breadcrumb finish
324 cal · 6g protein · 22 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Lamb & Apricot Pastilla Cigars with Pomegranate-Harissa Dip
Phyllo, warm spice, pistachios & pomegranate molasses
281 cal · 9g protein · 42 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Phyllo Cups with Spiced Lamb, Pomegranate Molasses & Whipped Feta
Shattered phyllo, warm spiced meat, cool tart cheese
992 cal · 30g protein · 33 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crisped Lamb Kibbeh with Burnt Walnut-Date Filling, Labne Dome & Black Garlic Oil
Spiced bulgur-meat shell, roasted fruit-nut interior, cultured yogurt, smoky oil
2915 cal · 31g protein · 105 min
EasyAppetizer
Pan-Seared Diver Scallop & Charred Ginger-Soy Emulsion
Tender scallop with crispy brown-butter crust, aged soy reduction, and pickled ginger soil
289 cal · 10g protein · 22 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Phyllo Cups with Seared Scallops, Charred Green Olive Tapenade & Lemon Foam
Shattered phyllo crisps hold sweet, caramelized scallops and briny herbaceous sauce
403 cal · 9g protein · 43 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Saffron-Cured Hamachi with Crispy Chickpea Dust & Charred Chili Oil
Silken raw fish, spiced legume crust, molten chili infusion
613 cal · 13g protein · 30 min
EasyAppetizer
Espárragos tostados con huevo de codorniz frito
Charred Spanish asparagus with crispy quail egg & Maldon salt
263 cal · 8g protein · 17 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Wonton-Wrapped Lucuma (Peruvian Fruit) Croquetas with Spiced Crema
Golden crispy, creamy Andean fruit heart, tangy-spiced dip
2174 cal · 5g protein · 20 min
EasyAppetizer
Fried Cassava Empanadas with Charred Scotch Bonnet Aioli
Golden, crispy pockets with spicy dipping sauce
1051 cal · 11g protein · 22 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Black Garlic & Pomegranate Glazed Sea Urchin Custard with Crispy Roti Crisps & Fermented Green Chutney Foam
Umami-rich custard with spiced crackle and fermented herbaceous foam
565 cal · 22g protein · 85 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Pan-Fried Sardine Bruschetta with Green Tomato Caponata & Crispy Breadcrumb
Delicate fish, tart caponata, a confident sear, rustic-elegant
873 cal · 30g protein · 40 min
EasyAppetizer
Espinacas a la Catalana con Pasas, Piñones & Ajo Quemado
Wilted spinach with golden raisins, pine nuts, and burnt garlic oil
644 cal · 11g protein · 15 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Corn Masa Cones with Charred Jalapeño Crema, Crab & Black Bean Purée
Shatteringly crisp vessels, silky bean base, lump crab, cooling herb cream
369 cal · 18g protein · 40 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Phyllo Cigars with Spiced Squash & Whipped Feta
Crunchy pastry tubes filled with sweet roasted squash and tangy cheese dip
550 cal · 17g protein · 30 min
EasyAppetizer
Whipped Feta, Walnut & Pomegranate Dip with Charred Bread
Tangy, creamy, topped with jewels and oil
438 cal · 16g protein · 16 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Breadfruit Fritters with Tamarind-Allspice Dipping Sauce
Golden-fried breadfruit rounds with spiced Caribbean tape sauce
1611 cal · 1g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Little Gem Lettuce Salad with Uni, Toasted Breadcrumbs & Lemon Beurre Blanc
Grilled lettuce, silky sea urchin, crispy-buttery foundations
862 cal · 31g protein · 36 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Callaloo Fritters with Mango-Habanero Drizzle
Savory-spicy Caribbean greens with fruity heat
343 cal · 9g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Scallop Crudo on Crispy Rice Paper with Green Apple Sorrel Foam & Crispy Capers
Raw diver scallops on textured crispy base with bright, tangy foam
174 cal · 16g protein · 45 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Saganaki with Warm Lemon & Oregano
Golden, cheesy, tangy—a Greek taverna classic in minutes
779 cal · 32g protein · 13 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Wonton Cups with Spicy Tuna Salad & Sesame Oil Drizzle
Crunchy, umami, bright, easy.
352 cal · 17g protein · 18 min