These delicious gluten-free appetizers are the perfect mix of healthy, tasty, easy, and impressive. Cooking for people with dietary intolerances can be intimidating. But you won’t have to scour the grocery store for exotic ingredients, learn new cooking techniques, or invest in fancy kitchen equipment. The 20 options on this mouth-watering list aren’t just diet-friendly and delicious, they’re also easy to follow. Planning a potluck? Wow your guests with Asian chicken lettuce wraps or Greek salad sushi. Hosting your first game day party? No worries! Whip up a pot of melty queso or serve some pizza pinwheels. Got a family gathering in the calendar? Keep gluten-free relatives happy with sweet potato bites or orange-stuffed dates. Say goodbye to gluten and hello to good food with these flavourful appetizers.
1. Lemon Herb Feta Dip
This creamy dip is a light and zesty way to start a meal. It’s a rich swirl of tangy feta cheese, cream cheese, and Greek yogurt. Flavored with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and chives, it’s irresistibly tasty. I like to serve this one with gluten-free crackers and vegetables like carrot sticks and celery. It’ll disappear fast, so be sure you get a taste before guests arrive!
2. Deviled Eggs
These ‘million-dollar’ deviled eggs add a secret ingredient to the classic appetizer. If you want to know what that secret ingredient is, you’ll have to check out the recipe! Trust me, it’s worth it. These eggs are richer, creamier, and more filling than any deviled eggs you’ve had before. If you’re looking to impress a crowd, sprinkle them with plenty of crispy bacon and smoked paprika before serving.
3. Queso
Queso is a South American dish, featuring lots of melty cheese, fresh jalapenos, and spices. It’s usually thickened with plain flour but this recipe keeps things gluten-free by using amaranth or rice flour instead. The result is a creamy, dense dip that’s best served warm over gluten-free tortilla chips.
4. Greek Salad Sushi
I love sushi, but it seems tricky and time-consuming to make it myself. Consider this recipe a great starter sushi for intimidated beginners like me. These cute rolls are easy to assemble, healthy, and really tasty. They’re made from the classic Greek salad ingredients – cucumber, tzatziki, and feta cheese. There’s also some red bell pepper in there for a bright pop of color, and a sprinkling of red onion. These refreshing snacks are perfect for summer dinner parties. They’re so light, you can eat several without spoiling the main meal. (I speak from experience.)
5. Pizza Pinwheels
You can have pizza even if you’re gluten-free, and that’s worth celebrating. So celebrate with these tiny, adorable, pizza bites. They’re delicious golden rounds of gluten-free pizza dough, baked with a rich tomato, pepperoni, and cheese topping. Of course, you can play around with these and fill them with your favorites. You can easily make these vegetarian by replacing the pepperoni with mushrooms. Or you can use spicy ground beef for a fiery version. Whatever you choose, you’ll want to keep things light. Stuff too much in there, and the pinwheels won’t hold their shape.
6. Caprese Skewers
These skewers are a beautifully elegant appetizer that’ll wow a crowd. A fun twist on Caprese salad, they’re made with mozzarella balls, fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. Don’t you just love appetizers that are both cute and delicious?!
7. Spinach Dip
Even informal gatherings take work. The next time friends just decide to stop by, whip up this hassle-free dip to keep things simple. This 7-ingredient appetizer isn’t just easy and convenient, it’s also a guaranteed hit. Made with fresh spinach, mayo, sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce, it’s a dreamy swirl of deliciousness.
8. Cucumber Bites
These chunky cucumber slices are a great option if you’re feeding vegans or vegetarians. They’re so simple, light, and healthy, they work with almost any diet. And they happen to taste great, too! These bites are topped with a sweet and tangy sun-dried tomato spread and finished off with a fresh basil garnish. If you have any leftovers, keep it around for sandwiches and snacks. This stuff is too good to waste!
9. Gluten-Free Salsa
Salsa goes with everything, making it one of the most loved condiments and appetizers around. This gluten-free version has all the aromatic flavor of the traditional dip, without any of the belly bloating. It’s bursting with chunks of juicy tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and zesty lime. If you want to heat things up a bit, throw in some jalapenos for a fiery punch.
10. Gluten-Free Tortilla Chips
These gluten-free chips are everything you want in a good chip. They’re salty and tasty. They’re sturdy enough to get your favorite dip from the bowl into your mouth. They’re perfectly crunchy and crispy. And (best of all), they’re very easy to make!
