Small Plates for Every Occasion (easy appetizers)
Delicious small plates for every occasion, from casual gatherings to holiday parties. Simple, shareable appetizer recipes that are perfect for snacking.
Small Plates for Every Occasion
Small plates are the perfect way to enjoy a variety of flavors without committing to a full meal. From savory bites and tapas-style dishes to elegant appetizers, these recipes are made for sharing at any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together, planning a holiday spread, or serving cocktails with friends, small plates bring variety, color, and taste to the table. Easy to prepare and always crowd-pleasing, these dishes make entertaining simple and delicious. Snacks and Appetizer recipes.
FAQ’s
What size are small appetizer plates?
Small appetizers should be served on plates the size of 4″ – 5 “, as you would serve finger food, or mini bites of snacks. Then to accommodate slightly larger portions, serve them on plates the size of 6″ – 7 ” for eye catching presentation.
What are very small plates called?
Small plates are called Tapas or appetizers. They are popular for events, and gatherings and for cocktails parties. Small plates are to offer a variety of foods for guests and for them to mingle and talk, not for them to sit and eat at a table. NO mess is required.
What appetizer is known as a crowd pleaser?
- cheese balls
- devilled eggs
- jalapeno popper dip
- dips
Caprese Garlic Bread Recipe for the best and tastiest snack or appetizer. A simple grilled garlic oiled baguette slice topped cheese, tomato.
Best Toasted Garlic Bread Slices
The Best Toasted Garlic Bread Slices recipe idea. Easy homemade loaf slices buttered with garlic butter mix and herbs toasted in the oven.
Savory Bacon Cheese Pull Apart Bread
Savory Bacon Cheese Pull Apart Bread recipe. Simple appetizer or starter to bake with a ready made loaf of bread, using garlic and butter.
Mini BLT Toothpick Appetizers recipe idea for a party. Great finger food sandwich that are a one bite savory appetizer on toothpick skewers.
Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Bread Machine Recipe
Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Bread Machine dough Recipe. For an easy oven bake flat bread with fresh rosemary and herbs topping. The best.
Easy Pull Apart Meatball Sliders
Easy Pull Apart Meatball Sliders recipe. Use Hawaiian rolls, cheese, and drizzle with garlic, Italian herbs in butter before baking in oven.
Quick and Easy Pesto Flatbread
Quick and Easy Pesto Flatbread snack recipe. Healthy and tasty oven baked bread idea for appetizer or meal for a vegetarian or other.
Easy Heart Sandwiches ideas recipe. Make these heart shaped sandwiches with a cookie cutter for special occasions, tea parties, meals.
Ham and Feta Bruschetta an appetizer recipe idea. Crispy bites offer the savory taste of tomato, feta cheese, basil, garlic and balsamic.
Easy Cheese Straws Recipe idea to bake for an appetizer or snack. The 4 ingredient mix form a crispy savory cheese cracker stick for parties.
Sides for plates
Baked Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms
Creamy spinach and ricotta stuffed mushrooms baked to perfection. An easy, healthy vegetarian appetizer, perfect for parties or weekend sides.
Easy Stuffed Portabella Pizza recipe idea. A quick easy mushroom appetizer, grilled or oven baked for a side dish, or mini pizza.(GF)
Braai or Grill Stuffed Cheesy Portabella Mushrooms
Add some delicious flavor to your next barbecue with these mouth watering braai or grill stuffed cheesy portabella mushrooms.
Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers
Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers recipe makes a delicious weeknight dinner with the vegetables and easy meal for 6 in just 30 minutes.
Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad with glazed balsamic vinegar recipe. Easy tasty side dish with mozzarella balls, fresh basil leaves and spices.
Zesty Caesar Salad with Crunchy Garlic Croutons
Zesty Caesar Salad with Crunchy Garlic Croutons and a creamy homemade dressing. A fresh, flavorful salad perfect for lunch or gatherings.
Best Greek Salad Recipe with a dressing, tossed together with lettuce. An easy and crunchy cold side dish in a bowl for braai, barbecue meals.
Fresh Pear Arugula and Walnut Salad
This Fresh Pear Arugula and Walnut Salad is light, crisp, and full of flavor. Sweet pears, peppery arugula, and crunchy walnuts come together for an easy, elegant side dish or starter.
A quick homemade fresh peach salad recipe with feta and pecan nuts on a lettuce bed, drizzled with a simple honey dressing. a healthy summer side dish.
Salt Cod Fritters a Healthy Lunch Recipe
Salt Cod Fritters a Healthy Lunch recipe Idea with salad. A homemade fish cake or croquettes to serve for lunch meal a snack or appetizer.
Healthy Creamy Avocado Hummus recipe boasts many health benefits and is high in fiber and protein, curbs the appetite, flavored with spices.
Easy Spicy Guacamole Recipe that makes a tasty filling for tortilla and wraps as well as crepes. A versatile filling and easy to make.
Roasted Green Onion Dip to whip up to add to appetizers or just a family gathering with chips or snacks and tasty onion dip.
Looking for the perfect bite to share? Explore all our Snacks and Appetizers. From creamy Dips and Spreads, easy to grab Finger Food, and tasty Small Plates for every occasion, to stunning Party Boards and Platters that wow every guest. Mix and match your favorites to create a spread that’s simple, delicious, and made for sharing.
