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Throwing a party for the holidays or another celebration? This list of 15 healthy co*cktail party recipes will help you pull it all off effortlessly.
My idea of co*cktail party recipes has changed over the years. When I was in college, inevitably most "co*cktail parties" involved beer, shots made with some sort of throat-searing alcohol, bags of Doritos and boxes of takeout pizza. Most of my male friends would roll their eyes when the girls tried to elevate the party standards by bringing plates of hors d'oeuvres - stuffed mushrooms, bacon-wrapped scallops and and at least one spinach artichoke dip were always present. But you know what? The guys were always the ones crowded around the appetizer table, wolfing down all of the hors d'oeuvres. Roll your eyes all you want, boys. You know you loved our appies!
These days, there's always a good reason for a co*cktail party! Christmas, New Year's Eve, anniversary celebration, birthday bash, or just because it's a random Friday night in the middle of March. And I always walk away a happy host or guest if there's a lineup of healthy co*cktail party recipes.
Below are some of my favorite hors d'oeuvres and co*cktails, many with make-ahead options. You could argue that co*cktails shouldn't be included in a list of healthy recipes, but these particular co*cktails are made with natural sweeteners and fruit juices. In my mind, they get a pass into the healthy category.
Whether it's a cranberry kamikaze shot (something for the wilder party goers) or my favorite Mediterranean 7-Layer Dip, there's something here for everyone.
15 Healthy co*cktail Party Recipes:
Chili Lime Shrimp Recipe with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
Chili Lime Shrimp is a fantastic easy appetizer, but can also be served as part of a light dinner! Dip them into the savory cilantro yogurt sauce.
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Cranberry Prosecco co*cktail Recipe
Raise a glass to the holidays with this refreshing and delicious Cranberry Prosecco co*cktail! Nothing but natural sweeteners in the syrup.
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Mini Hummus Phyllo Cup Appetizers
These easy and delicious Hummus Phyllo Cups Appetizers are perfect for entertaining or healthy snacking. They can be made in a matter of minutes and will disappear from the appetizer table just as quickly!
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Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Appetizer
This easy smoked salmon and cucumber appetizer recipe is not only smoky, salty and fresh, but low in calories as well.
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Healthy Mediterranean 7-Layer Dip Recipe
Put a fresh spin a classic appetizer recipe with this Healthy Mediterranean 7-Layer Dip. Perfect for afternoon snacking or game day! 49 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
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Cranberry Kamikaze Shots or co*cktail
Kick up your next co*cktail or holiday party with these easy, festive cranberry kamikaze shots!
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Hoisin Mushroom Phyllo Shells Recipe
These Hoisin Mushroom Phyllo Cups will disappear from the appetizer table in minutes! So much flavor packed into one little bite.
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Baked Hummus & Feta Cauliflower Bites
Looking for something a little different for everyday snacking or Super Bowl entertaining? These baked cauliflower bites, with hummus and feta tucked inside should do the trick!
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3-Ingredient Brie & Cranberry Phyllo Turnovers Recipe
Brie cheese and cranberry sauce are tucked into phyllo dough to make irresistibly flaky and cheesy appetizer turnovers. 58 calories
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Pink Grapefruit Margarita Recipe
There’s no fake stuff in this drink…all fresh juices!
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Mini Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Potatoes Recipe
This fun and light mini spinach and artichoke stuffed potatoes recipe is perfect for co*cktail parties at any time of the year!
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Curry Spiced Nuts with Dried Cherries
These curry spiced nuts will take you 7 minutes from start to finish. The tart cherries add wonderful flavor and health benefits to this tasty snack!
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Skinny Pesto Pizza Crostini
These easy, make-ahead appetizers will be the hit of the party. Pizza crostini are topped with pesto and plenty of veggies.
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Fresh Orange Moscow Mule Recipe
Give your Moscow Mules a fresh taste of citrus! This refreshing co*cktail is great served any time of the year.
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Roasted Grape & Ricotta Phyllo Cups
There is a wonderful balance of sweet and savory in these Roasted Grape and Ricotta Phyllo Cups. The perfect appetizer bites! 57 calories and 1 Weight Watchers SmartPoints
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This post was originally posted on December 9, 2016, and was updated on September 26, 2019.
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Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat.
So many amazing looking recipe to try! Great round-up!
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Angie | Big Bear's Wife
I'll be making those Chili Lime Shrimp and mushroom cups asap! Everything on this list looks amazing! mmm those drinks though...mmm I might have to make those too!
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Jen @ The Weary Chef
This is a great round up! Love each of these recipe!
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Erin @ The Speckled Palate
I'm all for co*cktail parties these days, too, because they're definitely an upgrade from the stuff we did in college. 😉 And those Cranberry Prosecco co*cktails look so darn festive and delicious. I can imagine a party featuring these recipes would be a hit!
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Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet
Great roundup, so many terrific options!
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Amy @ Little Dairy on the Prairie
These all look so yummy! I want to try them all!
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Michelle | A Latte Food
This is such a fabulous round up! It's always so good to have plenty of appetizer recipes on hand!
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