#healthyappetizers

Tuna Cucumber Boats

Halved cucumbers topped with a mixture of tuna and Greek yogurt make for a light, protein-packed snack that takes five minutes to assemble. The cool crunch of the cucumber contrasts nicely with the creamy filling and salty fish.

Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

Crispy nori cups hold warm sushi rice topped with salmon, mayo, and avocado in neat little bites. The warm rice against cold salmon creates an interesting contrast that makes these feel more substantial than they look.

These tasty little tarts have a crust made of grain-free almond and coconut flour and fresh rosemary. The filling is a mix of sweet roasted grapes and tangy goat cheese. It's great for parties or as a tasty appetizer.

Ingredients: 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved. 1 tbsp olive oil. 1 tbsp honey. 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cups almond flour. 2 tbsp coconut flour. cup cold unsalted butter, diced. 1 egg. 4 oz goat cheese, softened. 2 tbsp heavy cream. 1 tsp lemon zest. Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. In a bowl, toss halved grapes with olive oil, honey, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, until caramelized. Set aside to cool. In a food processor, combine almond flour, coconut flour, and diced butter. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg and pulse until dough comes together. Divide dough into 12 portions and press each portion into a mini tart pan, covering the bottom and sides evenly. Bake tart shells for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden. Let cool completely. In a bowl, mix softened goat cheese, heavy cream, and lemon zest until smooth. Fill each tart shell with goat cheese mixture. Top each tart with roasted grapes and garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

These low-carb pizza bites are a great snack or appetizer for people on the keto diet. You can add your favorite pizza toppings and they're easy to make.

Ingredients: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 1/4 cup almond flour. 1 egg. 1/4 cup low-carb marinara sauce. Your choice of keto-friendly pizza toppings e.g., pepperoni, olives, mushrooms.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F. In a bowl that can go in the microwave, melt the shredded mozzarella cheese for 30 seconds at a time until it's all melted. The almond flour and egg should be mixed in well. Each ball should have about 1 tablespoon of dough in it. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. To make a small well, press down with your thumb in the middle of each dough ball. Place a small amount of marinara sauce and your choice of pizza toppings in each well. Let it bake in a hot oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the cheese starts to bubble. Take it out of the oven and let it cool down a bit before you serve it. I hope you enjoy your low-carb pizza bites.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes