44 Low-Carb Appetizer Recipes

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44 Low-Carb Appetizer Recipes1/44 Cheddar-Veggie Appetizer Torte 23 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A line forms quickly behind this quichelike torte at family gatherings. The wedges are easy to eat as finger food, and it’s delicious hot or cold. — Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 175 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 244mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 2/44 Grilled Wing Zingers 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Grilled

These spicy-hot grilled wings help make the party

Wing Zingers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings about 6-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband fine-tuned this recipe—and the results were spectacular! These spicy-hot grilled wings help make the party. You can easily adjust the heat level by altering the amount of chili powder and cayenne. The wings take a little time, but they’re worth it. —Angela Roster, Greenbackville, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 96 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 3/44 Broccoli-Cheddar Tassies 4 Reviews

The result?

Test Kitchen Approved Broccoli-Cheddar Tassies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our family adores broccoli casserole. I wanted to try it as an appetizer, so I used a pecan tassie recipe for the crust. The result? We’re talking scrumptious. —Gail Gaiser, Ewing, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 tassie: 92 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 4/44 Ham Balls with Brown Sugar Glaze 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Amish Ham Balls Recipe

I like setting them out when folks come to visit

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings about 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These smoky-sweet meatballs are a Pennsylvania Dutch specialty. I like setting them out when folks come to visit. —Janet Zeger, Middletown, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 meatball: 52 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 113mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 5/44 Tuscan Sausage & Bean Dip 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tuscan Sausage & Bean Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Creator: This is a spinoff of a Mexican dip I had once

Creator: This is a spinoff of a Mexican dip I had once. The original was wicked good, but since I was going through an “I’m-so-over-Mexican-dip” phase, I decided to switch it up. Take it to a party—I’ll bet you no one else will bring anything like it! —Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 200 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein. 6/44 Avocado Salsa 26 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Avocado Salsa Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 7

This recipe was an absolute success

cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was planning a party and thought it might be fun to try a different kind of avocado salsa. This recipe was an absolute success. Scoop it up with chips, spoon it over chicken or steak, or eat it on its own! —Susan Vandermeer, Ogden, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 82 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat. 7/44 Marshmallow Fruit Dip 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Marshmallow Fruit Dip Recipe photo by Diana Chistruga for Taste

of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 5 cups (40 servings)

of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 5 cups (40 servings) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can whip up this sweet and creamy dip in just 10 minutes. I like to serve it in a bowl surrounded by fresh-picked strawberries at spring brunches or luncheons. —Cindy Steffen, Cedarburg, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 56 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 8/44 Bacon Water Chestnut Wraps 27 Reviews Bacon Water Chestnut Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The holidays around the house just wouldn’t be the same without these classic wraps. Through the years, Christmas Eve guests have proven it’s impossible to eat just one. —Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 75 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 9/44 Jalapeno Poppers 36 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Jalapeno Poppers Recipe photo by Melissa Patterson for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These creamy stuffed jalapeno

poppers have some bite

poppers have some bite. They may be the most popular treats I make! My husband is always hinting that I should make a batch. —Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 popper: 94 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 167mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 10/44 Zesty Marinated Shrimp 7 Reviews Zesty Marinated Shrimp Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings about 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These easy shrimp look impressive on a buffet table and taste even better! The zesty sauce has

a wonderful spicy citrus flavor

a wonderful spicy citrus flavor. I especially like this recipe because I can prepare it ahead of time. —Mary Jane Guest, Alamosa, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 shrimp: 28 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 11/44 Bacon-Stuffed Mushrooms 28 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first tried these bubbly treats at my sister-in-law’s house. The tender mushroom caps and creamy filling were so fabulous that I had to get the

It’s hard to believe how simple, fast and easy they are

recipe. It’s hard to believe how simple, fast and easy they are. —Angela Coffman, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed mushroom: 51 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 79mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 12/44 Southern Pimiento Cheese Spread 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Southern Pimiento Cheese Spread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1-1/4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is also smeared between two slices

of white bread for sandwiches and as a topping for hamburgers and hot dogs

of white bread for sandwiches and as a topping for hamburgers and hot dogs. —Eileen Balmer, South Bend, Indiana. Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 116 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 13/44 Cherry Tomato Bites 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cherry tomatoes may be small, but these are full of amazing flavor. Plus, they add color to any table. —Rev. David Bostedt, Zephyrhills, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3 each: 72 calories, 6g

fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 14/44 Tomatillo Salsa 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tomatillo Salsa Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2-1/4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Dare to deviate from tomato salsa and try this tomatillo-based version for a deliciously addictive change of pace. It’s fantastic on its own with tortilla chips or served as a condiment alongside a variety of meats. —Lori Kostecki, Wausau, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 19 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat),

0 cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein

0 cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: free food. 15/44 Shrimp & Cucumber Rounds 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp & Cucumber Rounds Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always make these appetizers for our get-togethers. They’re easy to prepare and a snappy addition to any party. —Kelly Alaniz, Eureka, California Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 20 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 38mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 16/44 Mushroom Bacon Bites

The tasty bites are easy to assemble and brush with prepared barbecue sauce

4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is the perfect appetizer for most any occasion. The tasty bites are easy to assemble and brush with prepared barbecue sauce. When we have a big cookout, they’re always a hit…but they make a nice little “extra” for a family dinner, too. —Gina Roesner, Ashland, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 82 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 209mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 17/44 Sausage Wonton Cups 3 Reviews

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