Appetizers Archives » Easy, Nourishing & Delish Recipes (2024)

These Pineapple Teriyaki Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a tasty + addicting sweet and savory side dish that anyone will love, even brussels sprout haters!

Wow my friends, it has been a LONG time since I made a brussels sprouts recipe. I’m glad today I can rekindle my old favorite veggie.

Man oh man, I could go on forever to express my love for roasted brussels sprouts. People who don’t like them obviously have not had them cooked them or seasoned them correctly.

Lemme tell you, these brussels sprouts are AMAZING. I created a simple pineapple teriyaki sauce that took maybe three minutes to prepare. All I did was throw the ingredients in a food processor and mix with the brussels.

I used Stryve Teriyaki Beef Biltong which helps make the teriyaki flavor more apparent but also leads to the sweet and salty aspect of this recipe. Now I know what you are thinking, what the heck is beef biltong? Biltong (originated in South Africa!) is a process of drying and preserving meat without using any additives, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors, MSG, gluten or nitrates. It’s the perfect high- protein snack that trumps jerky any day! It goes perfectly in this recipe 😉 Check out Stryve’s website to learn more!

Seriously guys, the sweet and salty combo of the pineapple teriyaki and the beef biltong is absolute perfection! Try for yourselves 🙂

Pineapple Teriyaki Biltong Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Ingredients

Sauce:

• 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/4-1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes

Remaining ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh brussels sprouts, halved (or quartered if big)
• 2 cups fresh chopped pineapple
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 package of sliced beef biltong teriyaki

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a cooking sheet and set aside.
2. Add all ingredients for the sauce in a food processor. Blend until sauce is smooth with some pineapple chunks.
3. Add brussels sprouts and red pepper to a large bowl (you can also season with salt and pepper if you’d like). Add sauce on top and mix until brussels sprouts are coated well with the sauce.
4. Spread brussels sprouts in an even layer on a cooking sheet. Bake for 12 minutes. Take out of the oven, flip Brussels and place back in the oven for 12 more minutes. Take brussels sprouts out of the oven.
5. Place oven at 450 degrees. Add pineapple chunks and sliced beef biltong teriyaki to the Brussels. Place back in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until Brussels are crispy on the outside.
6. Enjoy!

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” My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. ” – Psalm 73:26

Plant-Based sriracha tuna nachos are a delicious, easy, and healthy take on the original that take only 15 minutes to make!

I don’t make nachos often, but when I do, they are always EPIC. Case in point: these Plant-Based Sriracha Tuna Nachos! Now I know what you’re thinking, how can these nachos be vegan if they have tuna in them? Well let me introduce you to TUNO.

TUNO is a new plant-based, fish-free canned seafood alternative that is ocean-safe, mercury free and sustainable. TUNO has the delicious light, flaky texture of seafood and tastes similar to real tuna! TUNO was created in collaboration with the seafood industry experts to help address the growing crisis of fish stocks being overfished and depleted.

TUNO is made with non-GMO plant-based protein ingredients such as non-GMO soy, seaweed, sunflower and yeast. TUNO comes in shelf-stable, easy open 5oz. cans and 3 oz. pouches with tasty flavors such as Sriracha, Lemon Pepper, Thai Sweet Chili and Sesame Ginger.

Plant-based seafood alternatives are typically expensive with not-so-good nutritional values but TUNO is only $1.99 per can and has great nutrition, with high protein and packed with omega-3’s. The protein and Omega-3 content is a near match to traditional tuna! TUNO is available at stores nationwide including Walmart, Shaws, Sprouts and more and is also available online at amazon.

These nachos take only 15 minutes to make, are insanely easy and have only a few ingredients:

Tortilla chips

Sriracha TUNO

Black beans

Corn

Tomatoes

Cheese

Avocado

Sriracha sauce

Enjoy!

Plant-Based Sriracha Tuna Nachos

• 1 bag tortilla chips
• 2 cans TUNO sriracha tuno
• 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• Shredded cheese, can be dairy-free
• 1/2 avocado, sliced thinly
• Sriracha sauce for drizzling

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and coat a baking sheet with cooking spray
2. Place tortilla chips on baking sheet, top with black beans, corn, tomatoes and TUNO.
3. Sprinkle with cheese
4. Bake for about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted
5. Top with avocado and drizzle with sriracha sauce
6. Enjoy!

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Orange Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings will be your new favorite way to enjoy the versatile veggie! They are a crowd-pleasing favorite! {Vegan + Paleo}

Ahhhh my love for cauliflower has no ends. It’s seriously the most versatile veggie ever and that’s why so many people can’t get enough of it. Who can blame them?

Have you ever tried cauliflower wings? I first had them at a vegan restaurant and fell in lurveeeeee. Oh so crispy and flavorful packed😋😋😋

I’ve teamed up with Fire Cider to make these tangy, sweet cauli wings that will tickle your taste buds in all the right ways. If you haven’t heard, Fire Cider is an apps cider vinegar tonic that is incredible for your body. You can take it in the morning to help with increase your energy level or you can cook with it! It adds tons of pizazz to sauces, like this orange teriyaki ;).

If you never tried cauliflower wings, now is the time. First things first, you batter up the florets and bake up. Next up: coat florets in sauce and broil. Last step: let cool and eat!

Orange Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings

This recipe will be your new favorite way to enjoy cauliflower! Crispy florets are coated with a sweet tangy sauce for a perfect veggie-filled appetizer! Also Vegan + Paleo friendly!

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What is your favorite way to eat cauliflower?

Tropical Avocado Fruit Salsa is an easy condiment made of avocado, banana, kiwi, mango, lime, and coconut! Also paleo, vegan and whole30!

If you’ve been reading our blog for a while, you’ve probably noticed that we like to make many versions of the same recipe. An example isour muffin tops, we’ve already made 3 versions! But once we find a recipe base that we love, we can’t stop creating different variations! But hey, you guys seem to love it too 🙂

But anyways, that’s why we loveeeeeee salsa! Not only because it’s so fresh and delicious, but because it can haveinfinite variations. You can add anything you want, chop it up finely, and you’ve got yourself a fresh and delicious condiment or dip. That is why we are so excited to share with you today’s recipe, Avocado Tropical Fruit Salsa.

Don’t get me wrong, we both adore traditional salsa made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, etc. but sometimes you gotta get creative and change things up, and that’s exactly what we did. Now it may sound a bit strange to combine avocado and fruit, but once you try it you’ll be hooked! What’s even better is that this salsa is the perfect snack when combined with Lundberg Farms Red Rice & Quinoa Tortilla chips, especially the Cinnamon Sugar flavor!

Bethany and I try to make and eat the foods that will give us the most efficient energy possible especially when we’re always on-the-go! And of course, it has to be tasty too. That’s why we love snacking on Lundberg Farms Tortilla chips because they are made with organic brown rice and US-grown quinoa, super clean and no-fuss ingredients, packed with protein and are perfect for a healthy and active lifestyle. You can enjoy this tasty and healthy snack of chips and salsa literally anywhere, just prep the salsa ahead of time, put it in tupperware and stasha bag of Lundberg Farms Red Rice & Quinoa Tortilla chips in a backpack or bag and enjoy! Take this delicious snacking combo to the beach, camping, hiking, etc. and you’ll enjoy it no matter what.

Now on how to make this salsa…. just combine chopped:

Avocado

Kiwi

Banana

Mango

Lime juice

Unsweetened coconut flakes

And that’s it and you’ve got the perfect healthy summer snack to fuel your next adventure!

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What are your favorite snacks to take on a hike, to the beach, camping, etc.?

Be prepared to become addicted to these Chili LimeGrilled Brussels Sprouts! So flavorful and drool-worthy, you’ll want them on repeat! Also whole30, vegan + paleo friendly. #cookwithpurpose #grillthegoodness

You guys know how we both have an obsession with brussels sprouts….

Well that obsession has only grown since we discovered it was possible to GRILL THEM! And oh my goodness, do we have an awesome recipe to share with you guys today!

Food is better grilled, period. Grilled food reminds me of summer which makes me happy so therefore grilled food is theeeeeee best! I was on Pinterest the other day and scrolling along when I found a “how-to” recipe for grilled brussels sprouts= Mind Blown. I had to make them, but my own version of course.

We’ve already made 3 different versions of brussels sprouts consisting of pesto, BBQ and honey mustard, all of which are roasted in the oven. Don’t get me wrong, I love roasting brussels sprouts, but grilling takes them to a whole new level because 1, they are an easier clean up and 2, they cook faster. Now who doesn’t want their brussels sprouts cooked in less time so you can eat them sooner!? Plus they get more crispayyyyy 😏

These brussels have got so much flavor, thanks to the chili-lime sauce and Frontier Co-Op Red Crushed Organic Chili Pepper. Frontier Co-Op is an amazing company that is committed to providing tasty pure seasonings and promote healthy comminuted and a healthy planet. Frontier works together with growers who are focused onfrom quality, sustainability and ethicaltrade to create the highest quality spices, while benefiting the communities around the globe.

Now on to the ingredient list:

Brussels sprouts (Duh)

Apple cider vinegar

Coconut aminos

Lime juice

Crushed garlic

Organic Crushed Red Chili Pepper

Mix all the ingredients, place on a foil “plate” cover the grill, check a few times to stir and sha-bammmmm! You’ve got yourself the crispiest, easiest and cleanest way to cooking brussels sprouts ever! They are also paleo, vegan, and whole30 friendly, as if you needed another reason to eat them!

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Question of the day!

What’s your favorite thing to grill?

These Crispy Barbecue Spiced Brussels Sprouts are a tasty + addicting side dish that anyone will love, even brussels sprouts haters! Vegan, Paleo + Whole30 Friendly!

Would you be surprised if I told you that brussels sprouts have been one of my favorite foods since I was little? No, seriously. I have always loved my veggies, even the most disliked ones. I guess I can thank my mom for cooking them well because I never thought they were bitter or disgusting.

It’s really all about how you cook brussels sprouts. If I tried them raw, I probably would think they tasted pretty bitter too, but I would not even try to eat them without cooking them. The key is roasting them until they are slightly crispy.

Have you ever had fried crispy brussels sprouts at a restaurant? If you haven’t, you really need to, even if you swear you hate brussels. Crispy brussels sprouts make me weak at my knees😍

I tried to recreate restaurant-style Brussels Sprouts and it turned out to be a tasty success. I added my own spin by coating the Brussels Sprouts with a sweet and slightly spicy bbq spice mix. Wow, talk about a flavor explosion in your mouth, these brussels are everything!

You probably already have all the spices you need in your kitchen!

Crispy Brussels Sprouts Ingredients:

Brussels Sprouts

BBQ spice mix

Olive oil or avocado oil

Liquid smoke

Substitutions for These Crispy Brussels Sprouts:

Brussels Sprouts: If your not a fan of brussels sprouts, you may certainly try the same spice mix on your favorite veggies such as broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, etc.

Liquid Smoke: If you don’t have liquid smoke, you can simply omit it.

Coconut Sugar: You can swap in brown sugar if you’d like, or omit for strict Whole30.

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BBQ Spiced Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Who says bbq is only meant for the grill? One bite of this BBQ spiced brussels sprouts, and you won’t be able to stop yourself! Crispy, flavorful, and addicting!

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Romans 5:8

But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

21 Incredibly delicious and Easy Whole30 appetizers that you will go crazy over! Perfect for any party, family gathering or GAME DAY!

So the Super Bowl is approaching and you know what that means….. All the appetizers and snacks, but not for those on the whole30! Well, I’ve got good news for y’all! You can have some insanely easy and delicious appetizers that are whole30 approved! Problem solved! The best part is, no one would be able to tell that these are whole30. All they will know is that they are delicious! Enjoy these amazing appetizers for any party, family gathering or GAME DAY!

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1.Bruschetta Chorizo Eggplant Toasts

2.Baked Buffalo Wings via Jay’s Baking Me Crazy

3.Cobb-Style Potato Sliders

4.Loaded Chili Sweet Potato Fries via Paleo Running Mama

5.Paleo Sweet Potato Bacon Tots via Jay’s Baking Me Crazy

6.Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Bacon Aioli via The Real Food Dietitians

7.Smoked Salmon Avocado Deviled Eggs via Physical Kitcheness

8.Crab Bruschetta Eggplant Toast

9.Caramelized Bacon & Onion Compote on Sweet Potato Crostini via Little Bits Of

10.Paleo Fried Zucchini with Cool Dill Dip via Paleo Newbie

11.Pineapple Teriyaki Cauliflower Poppers

12.Avocado Fries via Sweet Nicks

13.Mashed Sweet Potato Bacon Cups via Real Simple Good

14.Healthy Carrot Fries with Curry Dipping Sauce via Eat The Gains

15.Buffalo Chicken Dip via Life In The Green House

16.Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms via The Real Food Dietitians

17.Spicy “Fried” Pickles

18.Ground Turkey Plantain Nachos via Clean Eating Veggie Girl

19.Bacon Wrapped Dates via Tastes Lovely

20.Crispy Portobello Mushroom Fries

21.Easy Tahini Sauce Dip via Chew Out Loud

Questions of the day!

What’s your favorite appetizer?

These Cobb Loaded Potato Sliders are the perfect Whole30 appetizer and are also paleo approved! So easy to make and made with only 4 real ingredients! Everyone will LOVE these!

I can’t wait for Super Bowl Sunday.

Let me rephrase that, I can’t wait to eat all the delicious food on Super Bowl Sunday. #sorrynotsorry but I have zerooo cares in the world for sports other than gymnastics. I’ve tried to enjoy it, but game day for me is all about the food. It’s sad but true, but hey, at least I celebrate it some way, right!?

I’ve always loved the Cobb salad. That’s the only type of salad I’ll get when I order out at a restaurant that doesn’t include a “make-your-own” kind of deal. The combo of avocado, bacon and egg is UNREAL. Who would have thought that something so simple could be so good?

So obviously the Cobb salad was my inspiration for todays insanely easy and simple appetizer! These little potato stacks are probably the easiest recipe I have ever made and I’m so not mad. If you guys love the cobb salad like me, or you just like bacon, avocado and egg together, you will go crazyyyy over these! I made these for a Christmas appetizer and my family ate all of them within a matter of minutes. And we are talking about people who don’t have a clue what “paleo” or “whole30” consists of!

These little sliders only consists of:

Potatoes

Eggs

Bacon

Avocado

Yep that’s it! Only 4 real food ingredients. These sliders are also Paleo and whole30 friendly too. Make sure you use whole30 friendly bacon such as Pedersen Farms. You can also use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes if you prefer.

Whole3o Cobb Style Potato Sliders

These Potato Sliders make the perfect whole30 appetizer or side dish! They are topped with a Cobb salad style topping that consists of bacon, egg and avocado! So easy too make and so delicious, everyone will LOVE these!

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What is your favorite game-day appetizer?

Crispy and flavorful Pretzel Parmesan Avocado Fries will be a huge standout at your next holiday party! Super simple to make and gluten-free!

Can you believe that the name of this blogis Athletic Avocado and we barely have any recipes that contain avocado? That needs to change ASAP. As much as I love avocado, I have a really hard time making my own recipes with it because guacamole is the only thing I can think of until the idea for these avo fries came into my life.

Instead of making a dip with avocado (aka guac), I made a dipper! The result is a crunchy, cheesy salty coating on the outside and delicious creamy taste of avocado on the inside.

La Terra Fina provided me with their line of greek yogurt dips to help spread some holiday cheer, literally. These dips are so flavorful with 50% less fat and fewer calories, thanks to the greek yogurt base. On top of that, La Terra Fina greek yogurt dips are gluten-free and have no artificial flavors or preservatives. I used their Spinach, Artichoke & Parmesan dip for a great companionship with these ago fries. The result is a delicious combinationof flavors!

So how simple are these avocado fries? Almost stupidly simple. When making them, you are allowed to double dip. I mean, technically you could also double dip when eating if no one is watching but that’s not what I’m talking about. Right now, I’m strictly explaining the technique to make these avo fries as crispy as possible without frying!

Step one: dip avocado slice in pretzel-parm mix.

Step two: dip in egg mix.

Step three: drench in pretzel-park mix AGAIN.

Step four: bake.

Step five: eat with La Terra Fina greek yogurt dip.

Step six: repeat (10x)

Only six simple ingredients required:

Avocado slices

Pretzels

Parmesan

Eggs

Salt

Pepper

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Pretzel Parmesan Crusted Avocado Fries

Thick avocado slices are drenched in a crushed pretzel- parmesan mixture and baked until crispy for an tasty crowd pleasing appetizer! Made perfectly sturdy to hold your favorite dip! Also can be gluten-free!

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If you thought you could eat only vegetables as a side dish for the Whole30, you thought wrong! Check out this list of over 35 hearty Whole30 Side Dish Recipes that are perfect for any holiday, family gathering or just a special meal! No matter what you make these for, they will guaranteed to be a big hit, even with those who aren’t one the Whole30!

35+ Hearty Whole30 Side Dishes

1.Creamy Tropical Sweet Potato Salad

2.Harvest Kale Salad with Roasted Winter Squash via Skinny Taste

3.Tumeric Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Parsley Tahini Sauce via So Let’s Hang Out

4.Spaghetti Squash with Creamy Butternut Squash Sage Sauce via Little Bits Of

5.Pan Fried Fingerling Potatoes with Bacon via The Cookie Writer

6.Crab Bruschetta Eggplant Toast

7.Mashed Potato Waffles with Creamy Avocado Basil Sauce via Healthy Nibbles and Bits

8.Warm Brussels Sprouts Slaw with Asian Citrus Dressing via Nom Nom Paleo

9.Pineapple Teriyaki Cauliflower Poppers

10.Whole 30 Scalloped Sweet Potatoes via Physical Kitcheness

11.Cauliflower Rice Stuffing via The Healthy Maven

12.Lemon & Sun Dried Tomato Brussels Sprouts via Little Bits Of

13.Cranberry Sweet Potato Salad

14.Butternut Squash Home Fries via The Real Food Dietitians

15.Low Carb Pecan Stuffing via Simply So Healthy

16.Slow Cooker Sausage Kale Soup via Eating Bird Food

17.Paleo Butternut Squash Soufflé via Cook It Up Paleo

18.Apple Cranberry Sweet Potato Bake via Stupid Easy Paleo

19.Roasted Asparagus, Carrot and Mushroom Soup via Wholesomelicious

20.Paleo Roasted Root Vegetables via Simply So Healthy

21.Sweet Potato Latkes via A Calculated Whisk

22. Tahini Celeriac Potato Salad via Strength and Sunshine

23.Healthy Vegan Green Bean Casserole via Food Faith Fitness

24.Creamy Broccoli Casserole via Purely Twins

25.Paleo Coleslaw with Apples and Bacon via Real Simple Good

26.TahiniWhipped Sweet Potatoes via Eat The Gains

27.Cashew Satay Spiralized Sweet Potato Stir Fry via Cotter Crunch

28.Whole 30 Spaghetti Squash with Pesto via A Family Feast

29.Grain-Free Bacon Herb Stuffing via Little Bits Of

30.Crispy Plantains with Garlic Sauce via Well Fed

31.Garlic Mashed Cauliflower via The Honor System

32.Garlic and Kale Acorn Squash via Jessis Kitchen

33.Vegan Cheddar Broccoli Soup via Healthy Helper

34.Whole 30 Potatoes with Rosemary via Bravo For Paleo

35.Sweet & Savory Sausage Squash Stuffing via My Uncommon Everyday

36.Crispy Bacon Wrapped Asparagus via Wholesome Yum

37.Crispy Baked Yucca Fries via Paleo Running Mama

38.Braised Red Cabbage with Red Onions, Apples and Balsamic via Peanut Butter Runner

39. Homemade Cranberry Sauce via Eat The Gains

Questions of the day?

What are your favorite holiday sides?