10 Healthier Christmas Appetizers

One of my favourite parts of the holiday season is getting together with friends and family and enjoying some good food and good conversation. Holiday parties are my jam! Which is why I put together some delicious Christmas appetizers that you can try this holiday season. My favourite part about all of these holiday appetizers is that they all in either the healthy or healthier category. There is nothing like great food, that does great things for your body and mind. Keep reading and discover some delicious healthier Christmas appetizers that you can make this year at your holiday parties, for your family, or to enjoy by yourself snuggled on the couch watching Love Actually.

 1. Fig and Goat Cheese Appetizer Pizza

“This fig and goat cheese appetizer pizza is one of those dishes that looks fancy but is super easy to make. It’s perfect for a summer harvest party, holiday or Christmas party, or any time you want to impress your guests. It’s also gluten and grain free.” Read more and find the recipe at Pink Fortitude.

2. Savory Pear and Brie Tart 

“Frozen puff pastry may be one of the most versatile convenience items on the market. When you have a package in your freezer, you can whip up rich savory appetizers, elegant main dishes, or delicious buttery desserts in no time. 

This Pear and Brie Tart recipe uses puff pastry to make a delicious rich appetizer with the perfect combination of sweet and savory ingredients. It can also be served as a decadent dessert by playing up the sweet elements. 

Whether you serve it as an appetizer or a dessert, it’s sure to add an elegant touch to your holiday entertaining menu.” Read more and find the recipe at Celebrating the Season.

3. White Bean Dip with Seasoned Pita Chips

“This delicious white bean dip is a tasty and healthy addition to any holiday party menu. It is quick and easy to make – and your guests are sure to love the subtle balance of flavours packed into each bite. Serve it with mildly seasoned pita chips (recipe below), crackers or an assortment of raw vegetables – or some of each!” Read more and find the recipe at Celebrating the Season.

4. Reindeer Cheese Ball Appetizers

“Delight your guests this holiday season with these adorable bite-size reindeer cheese ball appetizers. Paired with some crackers or a flat bread this recipe will add a festive and fun touch to your Christmas menu.” Read more and find the recipe at Sustain My Cooking Habit.

5. Stuffed Mini Baked Potatoes

“I’m excited to share a delicious recipe for scrumptious stuffed baked potatoes. It’s the perfect Christmas Eve treat, and there’s a special ingredient: primula cheese!

Primula has a great flavour that’s smooth, cool, savoury, mellow and just perfect for a variety of dishes.

Gluten-free and free from artificial flavours, colours or preservatives, Primula is soft cheese that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike – it’s even suitable for mums to be! What’s more, a 25g squeeze of Primula Light is only 42 calories.” Read more and find the recipe on A Mummy Too.

6. Mushroom Tart

“This vegetarian mushroom tart is the perfect appetizer, light lunch, or even a main that you can make all year round. Garlicky, buttery mushrooms are piled on flaky all-butter puff pastry with cheese. It’s utterly and mouthwateringly delicious, and you won’t be able to stop at just one slice!” Read more and find the recipe at Little Sunny Kitchen.

7. Cranberry Brie Bites

“Cranberry Brie Bites: An impressive but quick and easy appetizer to carry you through the holiday season. Pre-made phyllo dough shells are filled with buttery melted brie and a quick cranberry sauce.” Read more and find the recipe on Fresh Coast Eats.

8. French Salmon Mousse Appetizer

“This French salmon mousse appetizer is bursting with the flavor of fresh salmon, thyme, carrot, leek, bay leaves, garlic, ginger, fennel seeds, chili peppers, cream cheese, mascarpone, chives and lemon juice. If you love classic French appetizers, try our sardine rillettes next.” Read more and find the recipe at A Hedge Hog In The Kitchen.

9. Christmas Tree Appetizer

“Serve your guests vegetables with this festive Christmas Tree Appetizer. We use fresh broccoli, cherry tomatoes, cauliflower, and cheese to make this easy edible starter. It’s easy and requires little effort!” Read more and find the recipe at Cincy Shopper.

10. Ricotta Stuffed Peppers

“I had come across ricotta stuffed peppers in a French food magazine back in summer, maxi cuisine nr. 8 2014 to be exact.

Back then I ended up throwing in different ingredients for the stuffing and to be honest I never got to recreate the exact recipe from the magazine, which by the way included anchovies,  but I did make my version of the ricotta stuffed peppers a few times as a fun appetizer.” Read more and find the recipe on Masala Herb.

Mmmmhmmm! How yummy do all of those healthier Christmas appetizers sound?! Let me know which appetizers you try this holiday season. Want more healthier Christmas recipes? Check out my blog post, 10 Healthier Christmas Desserts.

I wish you a save and happy holiday season that is very merry and bright!

xoxo