Appetizers

10 min prep time, 15 min cooking time, serves 3 people Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a keto-friendly and fun recipe that we recommend for when you want to spice up your meals with a quick appetizer. Filled with chicken, onions, cheese, and an assortment of spices, the otherwise plain zucchini is…

20 min prep time, 25 min baking time, 30 min rest time, serves 6 people One summer I planted zucchinis in my garden, and to my shock I had more zucchinis than I knew what to do with. I came up with the idea to make a roll with them….

This Bruschetta recipe is my go-to summer appetizer. The toasted bread adds a crunch to your bite while the juicy tomatoes, garlic, onion, and basil gives off that classic Italian restaurant smell and taste. Perfect for summer parties, weeknight dinners, or even a weekend brunch.

30 min prep time, 35 min baking time, makes 16 pieces Pirozhki are baked or fried boat shaped buns with a variety of fillings, including ground meat, potatoes, and cabbage. Pirozhki are a popular street food in Russia and Eastern Europe, similar to hot dogs in the United States. They…

25 min prep time, 20 min baking time, makes 15 rolls Burek is a savory pastry that has roots in Ottoman cuisine and is often made with a spinach and feta cheese filling. Very similar to spanakopita from Greece, the filling is commonly wrapped in a flaky and buttery phyllo dough…

20 min prep time, makes 12 crostini Smoked salmon and cream cheese crostini is a great appetizer that can be served for breakfast or brunch. Though it seems complicated, it’s much easier than it looks, especially because most grocery stores sell presliced smoked salmon. Impress your guests with your creative decorative…

30 min prep time, 25 min baking time, serves 10 people Experience a delicious burst of flavor when you try these Chicken Empanadas. The shredded chicken, potatoes, and onions are complimented extremely well by the healthy vegetables, garlic, and spices. You won’t believe how good it is until you take a…

1 hr cooking time, serves 4 people Zucchini season is here! If you are looking for a great recipe to help you use up your summer zucchini, give these pancakes a try. Similar to potato pancakes, Zucchini Pancakes have less carbs and make for a perfect appetizer for dinner or as…

1 hr cooking time, serves 4 people Mushrooms are a low-carb, keto friendly, and versatile ingredient for creating restaurant quality appetizers, stews, and meatloaves. In this recipe, we are making Stuffed Mushrooms with a mix of chicken, onion, and your choice of cheese for a savory bite sized snack. The best…

1 hr preparation time, serves 5-6 people This Eggplant Roll recipe is a great appetizer for when you have guests and want to mix things up with a variety of flavors and textures. The soft eggplant, the crunchy walnuts, and the sweet pomegranate seeds makes this the perfect finger food.