Fresh juicy peaches and smoky bacon come together for an unbelievable delicious combination! Peaches and fresh basil are baked with bacon and served with an easy homemade tangy-sweet balsamic glaze. This surprising taste combination will be everyone’s new favorite way to enjoy ripe summer peaches.
Category Archives: Starters
Baked Zucchini Crisps
Crispy oven-baked zucchini rounds are an easy appetizer or snack. Ready to bake in less than 5 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect as a starter, served as a side dish, or healthy game day snack. Serve warm with store-bought marinara sauce, ranch dressing, spicy mustard, or mayo.
Easy Mango Salsa
This fresh, colorful, crunchy, sweet, spicy, and herby salsa is perfect for hot summer days! No cooking required, and it’s so healthy ✅vegan, ✅dairy-free, ✅gluten-free, and ✅plant-based.
Bacon Basil Bombs – Stuffed Tomatoes
Campari tomatoes stuffed with crispy bacon, herby basil, a zing of hot pepper, cream cheese and a secret ingredient (mayo!) make a great summertime party appetizer.
Garlic Bread Extraordinaire
Transform ordinary garlic bread into something EXTRAORDINARY by zhooshing up fresh garlic with a blend of dried herbs and seasonings, butter, and the secret ingredient, mayonnaise. Spread on slices of a store-bought baguette and pop under the broiler for a couple of minutes till bubbly and golden brown with crispy edges. This delicious bread pairs beautifully with pasta dishes, warm and cold or as a starter to any meal.
Avocado-Cucumber Gazpacho
Simple, yet elegant! This quick & easy chilled soup is the perfect summer appetizer or side dish. Creamy avocado and cool cucumber are blended with tangy sour cream, apple cider vinegar for a slightly sweet kick of acidity, and just the right amount of jalapeno. Garnish with your choice of creative toppings!
Watermelon Gazpacho
Enjoy the delicate flavors of this watermelon and cucumber sweet-and-savory chilled soup on a hot summer day. Watermelon Gazpacho is dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan. This no-cook, quick and easy recipe will keep both the kitchen and the cook cool!
Watermelon Salsa
Watermelon replaces tomatoes in this summer salsa for a refreshing, juicy, and light taste. Perfect for pool parties, cook-outs and BBQs served as a starter or a side dish over grilled chicken, fish, or tacos. Healthy, low-cal, low-carb, gluten-free, and vegan.
Artichoke Baguette Appetizer
Artichoke Baguette Appetizer is a twist on classic artichoke dip, zhooshed up with garlic and tomatoes, and toasted on a sliced baguette. This tangy, crunchy, creamy, and toasty snack is ready to serve in less than 15 minutes. Perfect for game days, holidays, and parties.
Sheet Pan Pretzel Chicken Nuggets
This favorite finger food gets a healthy make-over when coated with crunchy pretzels and baked, instead of fried. Perfect for game-days, chopped up in salad or served for dinner or lunch. Tender on the inside and crunchy on the outside without all the oil. Easy prep and easy clean-up.