15 Irresistible Appetizers for Your Next Potluck Party
A great potluck appetizer needs to be a few things – easy to make, easy to transport, and impossible to resist! These party-ready recipes check all of the boxes. We have cheesy dips, grazing boards, and flavor-packed bites.
Greek Salad Skewers
A fresh and vibrant take on a Greek salad, these bite-sized skewers pack tangy feta, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers for a refreshing appetizer.
Get The Recipe: Greek Salad Skewers.
Cowboy Caviar
Don’t tell the party guests that this bean dip is secretly super-nutritious – it is bound to be gobbled up based on flavor alone! Made with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, two types of beans, and a tangy dressing, it’s hard to stop eating this dip! Serve with tortilla chips or crackers for a scoopable snack that everyone always adores.
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Caviar.
Sweet Pea Ricotta Crostini
Creamy ricotta blended with sweet peas, spread over crispy crostini, and topped with a drizzle of olive oil for a light and elegant snack.
Get The Recipe: Sweet Pea Ricotta Crostini.
Creamy Peanut Butter Apple Dip
This apple dip is creamy, sweet (but not too sweet), and has delicious and nutritious peanut butter flavor as well. Made with just a few ingredients you probably already have, it’s so easy to whip up a batch and is a must for apple season. Pair with pretzels, vanilla wafers, cookies, and plenty of apples for a snack board.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Peanut Butter Apple Dip.
Black Bean Hummus
Skip the canned chickpeas and make this hummus with black beans instead. It is creamy, delicious, and best of all easy! It’s a wholesome and homemade snack. Serve with plenty of veggies and tortilla chips or pita crackers.
Get the Recipe: Black Bean Hummus.
Baked Stuffed Mushrooms
These bite-sized mushrooms are packed with a savory, cheesy filling and baked to perfection for an easy yet impressive appetizer.
Get The Recipe: Baked Stuffed Mushrooms.
Dirty Martini Dip
Despite the name, this amazing dip is alcohol-free, and full of delicious flavors. The name comes from the inclusion of stuffed olives like those you would use in a dirty martini. This dip is perfect for a party and you can serve it with a variety of crackers, chips, and veggies.
Get the Recipe: Dirty Martini Dip.
Mediterranean Charcuterie Board
This Mediterranean board features meat, cheese, olives, pita, veggies and so much more. It’s a great spread to put out and will be a welcome reprise from the sweets and candy. Make your own hummus or lean on store-bought, no one will even know!
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Charcuterie Board.
Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs
A bold, spicy twist on classic deviled eggs, featuring Cajun-seasoned shrimp for a flavorful upgrade to this party favorite.
Get The Recipe: Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs.
Whipped Feta Dip
This whipped feta dip is perfect for parties and gatherings! It’s SO delicious and always a huge hit! Made with flavor boosters like salty feta, savory garlic, and bright lemon, this creamy dip is incredibly flavorful. and can be enjoyed in so many ways. Serve it with plenty of pita chips, veggies, and kalamata olives on the side.
Get the Recipe: Whipped Feta Dip.
Burrata with Tomatoes and Pesto
Creamy burrata cheese served with juicy tomatoes and fresh pesto for a bright and flavorful dish that’s perfect for sharing.
Get The Recipe: Burrata with Tomatoes and Pesto.
Best Shrimp Ceviche
This delicious shrimp ceviche recipe was made for a party! It’s simple, refreshing, and quite impressive. Made with fresh, simple ingredients, just mix them together and allow them to “cook” in the refrigerator for several hours before serving.
Get the Recipe: Best Shrimp Ceviche.
Mexican 5 Layer Bean Dip with Ground Beef
This hearty dip combines layers of bold flavors, featuring seasoned beef, creamy beans, and melty cheese, for the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Get The Recipe: Mexican 5 Layer Bean Dip with Ground Beef.
Smoked Salmon Dip
Smoked salmon, fresh dill, red onion, cream cheese, and of course plenty of cold smoked salmon are combined for a delicious and savory salmon dip that everyone is sure to love. Serve it with an assortment of crackers. It’s light, bright, and always a hit.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip.
Roasted Corn Salsa
Make this roasted corn salsa with plenty of poblanos, red onions, citrus, and cilantro for big flavor in each bite. Serve with quality tortilla chips. If it tastes familiar, it’s because it’s a copycat Chipotle recipe!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Corn Salsa.
