Appetizers
Egg Rolls With Green Chile and Chicken Recipe
Far East meets American West in this easy Tex Mex egg roll recipe. Dip these crispy, bite size morsels in the jalapeño-honey dipping sauce for an appetizer your guests of all zip codes will love. Pork Pot Stickers Recipe
If your family loves Chinese food, they'll love these easy appetizers cooked in sesame oil. Try the low sodium dipping sauce and you'll never order unhealthy dumplings again. Grilled Shrimp Recipe with Mango Jalapeño Sauce Recipe
Here's a quick, easy recipe for a delicious summer meal. It meets the dietary needs of people with diabetes, those looking for heart healthy recipes and people who follow gluten free diets. Crab and Shrimp Cakes Recipe
This classic is lower in fat than traditional crab cake recipes. Use light mayonnaise and egg substitute to keep the calories low. Pomegranate Guacamole Recipe
Pomegranates are the new superfood. Pair the sweet-tart pomegranate seeds with rich guacamole and dig into an ultra healthy appetizer. Strawberry Avocado Salsa Recipe
This fresh salsa combines heart healthy avocados and sweet strawberries. Serve as a salsa dip with baked tortilla chips or use it as a seafood salsa over grilled halibut or shrimp kebabs. Strawberry Bruschetta Recipe
Make these delicious appetizers in under 10 minutes. The strawberries and Italian cream cheese (mascarpone) combination is sweet and creamy served atop a crunchy whole wheat toast. Smoked Salmon Cracker Toppers Recipe
Serve this easy, no-cook smoked salmon appetizer before any dinner or as a cocktail party hors d’oeuvre. Three crackers have only 117 calories, but contain omega-3 fats and 6 grams of protein. Pico de Gallo Recipe
Fresh Pico de Gallo is a great topping for nachos, fish or chicken. It has only 10 calories per serving and is loaded with antioxidants and delicious flavor. Roasted Vegetable Quesadilla Recipe
Try this healthy version of a traditional quesadilla stuffed with roasted vegetables. Serve with fresh pico de gallo or guacamole for a hearty appetizer or light lunch. Mexican Cups Appetizer Recipe
Serve these delicious, spicy Mexican cups as a festive appetizer. They are made with chicken sausage, which has fewer calories and lower fat than pork sausage but is still full of flavor. Simple Crepes Recipe
Try these simple, healthy and delicious, whole wheat crepes that you can make in minutes. Serve them filled with fresh berries, low-fat cheese or dark chocolate as an appetizer, snack or dessert. Almond Shrimp Recipe with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Great as an appetizer or dinner recipe, this gourmet seafood dish is fantastic whether you live near the coast or not. Almonds add heart healthy monounsaturated fats and it a distinct taste. Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe
The secret to making these healthy, low fat crab cakes is the panko or Japanese bread crumbs. Panko gives crab cakes a crunchy crust because it absorbs less oil than traditional bread crumbs. Cold Zucchini Soup Recipe
This light healthy soup can be made up to three days ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. For a vegetarian soup, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Parmesan Sweet Potato Skins Recipe
Serve these tasty sweet potato skins as an appetizer or with a hearty soup for lunch or dinner. Sweet potato skins are full of vitamins and sweet flavor. Parsnip Soup Recipe
This sweet and velvety parsnip puree works well as a first course for an Autumn dinner party. Each serving has less than 100 calories. Pizza Bagels Recipe
This whole grain pizza bagel recipe can double as a healthy snack for kids after school or a fun breakfast. Salmon Cakes Recipe
These flavorful salmon cakes are full of protein. Try this creative diversion from everyone's favorite: crab cakes. Vary their portion size for appetizers or entrees accordingly. Savory Shrimp Pastry Recipe
This holiday appetizer is a cinch to prepare and will leave a lasting impression on your guests. Find wonton wrappers at your local grocery store. Heat the assembled cups just before serving. Shrimp Toast Recipe
Serve this delicious shrimp toast as an appetizer any time of the year. Spicy Grilled Shrimp Recipe
This fast and easy grilled shrimp recipe is delicious and can be served as an appetizer or a zesty side dish. Split Pea Soup Recipe
This healthy Split Pea soup is an all-American winter favorite. It is great the day after you make it; thin with water as you reheat, if desired. Strawberry Wine Soup Recipe
This refreshing, chilled soup can be served as a light dessert or as a sweet appetizer. Try this original strawberry wine soup at your next brunch. Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
These low calorie, bite sized appetizers will get your party off to a great start. Prepare the stuffing up to a day in advance, and assemble the mushroom caps shortly before your party. Sweet Potato Ginger Soup Recipe
Here's an Autumn soup that's so light and tasty, you can serve it as a first-course to a hearty dinner. This soup gets its wonderfully creamy texture from the purèed sweet potatoes and soy creamer. Tomato and Bread Salad Recipe
Serve this salad to your friends and family who love bruschetta. Use ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzeralla and unseasoned croutons and serve as a heart healthy side salad or an appetizer. Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad Recipe
This colorful salad is a great addition to any meal. Warm Spinach with Portabella Mushrooms Recipe
This fat free vegetable side dish has a deep flavor and is packed with vitamins. Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Recipe
This crunchy broccoli and cauliflower medley create a light side dish. Is is also a great alternative to potato salad or macaroni salad. Bruschetta Recipe
Serve this three-in-one appetizer at your next dinner party. Each healthy topping will complement your entrees and dazzle your guests. Ceviche Recipe
This authentic Peruvian Ceviche is a seafood dish that is “cooked” in the acid of citrus fruits; this recipe uses limes. Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
This cheesy spinach artichoke dip is an INCREDIBLE hit at any party. It is super easy and healthy. You can serve it with veggies or whole grain crackers. It is heart healthy. Chex Mix Recipe
Chex Mix is delicious, but commercial brands are very high in salt. Try this delicious homemade chex mix and save the sodium and calories. Crab Cakes Recipe
Here's a heart healthy twist on everyone's favorite, crab cakes. Chill the crab cake portions to help them hold their shape as they cook. Creamy Asparagus Soup Recipe
This easy asparagus soup has less than 100 calories per serving. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Garnish with thin asparagus spears for an elegant presentation. Healthy Deviled Eggs Recipe
These healthy, cholesterol-free deviled eggs use avocado instead of mayo for a creamy texture. Add fresh lime juice for that extra kick of delicious flavor. Hummus with Whole Wheat Pita Chips Recipe
Hummus with whole wheat pita chips is a healthy substitute for the regular chips and dips at parties. Lemon Quinoa Salad Recipe
Quinoa (keen-wa) is a delicious, healthy, low fat alternative to rice or pasta. It is packed with more protein than any other whole grain and goes well with meat, fish or vegetables. Mango and Brie Quesadillas with Raspberry Dipping Sauce Recipe
These delicious, low calorie quesadillas combine brie cheese, ripe mangoes and sweet raspberry dipping sauce to create a savory appetizer perfect for any cocktail party or get-together. Minestrone Soup Recipe
This hearty vegetarian soup is warm and filling. Serve as an all-in-one meal on days when your family is on the go. Mini Quiches Recipe
These elegant mini quiches will wow your family as a mid-week breakfast to go or as a formal Sunday brunch side dish. Make a batch ahead of time so that you can microwave them quickly. Asian Salad Recipe
High in fiber and protein, our Asian salad is an easy recipe to prepare. Cabbage adds fiber you won't get from lettuce, and the ginger sesame dressing gives it an Eastern flavor. Baked Crab Rangoon Recipe
Baked Crab Rangoon is a heart healthy alternative to fried crab cakes. Serve the blended crab meat in wonton wrappers available in the produce aisle of any grocery store. Black Bean Dip Recipe
This bean dip recipe is easy to make, delicious, and heart healthy. It's packed with vitamins and minerals, but only 1 gram of fat. Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Appetizer Recipe
Asparagus naturally contains a huge amount of vitamin C, and smoked salmon gives you healthy fats and oils. This app looks pretty on a plate and will be the talk of your next dinner party. Sweet Bell Pepper and Farro Salad Recipe
Farro is a healthy alternative to rice with a nutty flavor. Paired with sweet bell peppers, this savory side dish complements any chicken dinner. | 
