Source: Maresol, AdobeStockIt can be quite challenging to decide what to prepare for a festive table in summer. You need something simple, yet delicious and beautiful. This is where a variety of appetizers come to the rescue – minimal effort and a stunning table is ready! Here are 20 excellent recipes!
1. Cucumber and Sausage Canapés
Source: dzen.ruSmoked sausage works best here.
You will need: 200 g sausage, 50 g olives, 200 g cucumbers, 200 g feta.
Preparation: Slice the sausage, cut cucumbers into rounds about 11 mm thick, and cube the feta. Thread cucumbers, feta, sausage, and olives onto skewers. Done!
2. Cottage Cheese Spread with Herbs
Source: mirtesen.ruThis spread can be served on bread, crackers, or in tartlets.
You will need: 200 g cottage cheese, 1 bunch parsley, 1 bunch cilantro, spices, 2 tbsp yogurt, 2 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Blend herbs and garlic in a blender. Add cottage cheese, blend until smooth, and season. Add yogurt until the spread reaches the desired consistency.
3. Fried Zucchini with Tomatoes and Cheese
Source: pulse.mail.ruDelicious both hot and cold – a versatile appetizer.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 2 tomatoes, 80 g hard cheese, 1 tbsp mayonnaise, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Slice zucchini into 10 mm rounds, season, and fry on both sides until golden. Let them cool. Mix finely chopped tomatoes, herbs, grated cheese, and mayonnaise. Place the filling on the zucchini slices and bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
4. Quick Lightly Salted Cucumbers
Source: za-edoy.ruReady in just a couple of minutes – and straight to the table.
You will need: 1 kg cucumbers, 1 bunch dill, 6-8 cloves garlic, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp wine vinegar, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Cut cucumbers into thin sticks and chop the dill. Mix oil, vinegar, salt, sugar, and minced garlic. Pour this marinade over the cucumbers and let them sit for 10-15 minutes.
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5. Stuffed Tomatoes with Cottage Cheese and Garlic
Source: dzen.ruSmall cherry tomatoes are best for this recipe.
You will need: 200 g cherry tomatoes, 160 g cottage cheese, 1 tbsp sour cream, 2 cloves garlic, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Mince garlic and herbs, mix with cottage cheese and sour cream, and season. Cut off the tops of the tomatoes, carefully scoop out the soft pulp, and stuff the tomatoes with the cottage cheese filling.
6. Eggplant Rolls with Cheese
Source: ohotamyasa.ruIf eggplants are bitter, first sprinkle them with salt for 15 minutes and then rinse.
You will need: 3 eggplants, 2 eggs, 100 g hard cheese, 100 g processed cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 1 bunch cilantro, mayonnaise, spices.
Preparation: Slice eggplants thinly and fry on both sides until golden. Boil eggs and grate them with the cheese. Add chopped garlic, cilantro, and mayonnaise. Season the filling and roll it into the eggplant slices.
7. Zucchini Pâté with Walnuts
Source: ideireceptov.ruPâté is usually meat-based. But how about this original solution?
You will need: 500 g zucchini, 50 g walnuts, 0.5 tsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, 3 cloves garlic, 30 ml olive oil, 150 g feta, 5 sprigs cilantro, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop and fry zucchini in oil until soft. Toast walnuts in a dry pan and remove cilantro stems – they are not needed. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
8. Eggplant in Honey Caramel
Source: pinterest.comA very original, yet simple appetizer to prepare.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 5 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp honey, 50 ml lemon juice, 50 ml water, 0.5 tsp hot red pepper, 1 tsp coriander, 1 bunch herbs, spices.
Preparation: Slice eggplants thinly and fry them on both sides. Mix honey, lemon juice, and water, bring to a boil, and simmer for a couple of minutes over low heat. Add spices. Mix the eggplants with the caramel and sprinkle with chopped herbs.
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9. Summer Radish Sandwiches
Source: mirtesen.ruRye bread with spices, like caraway, works best.
You will need: 4 slices bread, 50 g butter, 50 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 2 green onion stalks, 1 clove garlic, 6 radishes, 5 sprigs dill, spices.
Preparation: Chop green onion, garlic, and dill. Slice radishes thinly. Boil an egg and grate it. Whip soft butter with cottage cheese and spices. Mix this mixture with the egg and herbs, and spread on bread slices. Top with radishes.
10. Cucumber Rolls with Feta
Source: almode.ruTo prevent the rolls from falling apart, secure them with skewers.
You will need: 2 long cucumbers, 200 g feta, 1/2 bell pepper, spices, 2 basil leaves.
Preparation: Mix feta with spices, finely chopped pepper, and basil. Slice cucumbers thinly and roll the filling inside.
11. Strawberry and Feta Canapés
Source: dzen.ruYou can also try other types of salty cheese, like brined cheese.
You will need: 200 g strawberries, 200 g feta, 50 g basil, 100 g baguette, spices.
Preparation: Cut the baguette into cubes and toast. Place a basil leaf, a piece of feta, and a strawberry on each piece of bread. Sprinkle with spices and secure everything with skewers.
12. Baked Zucchini Wrapped in Bacon
Source: lifehacker.ruIf you want a summer, but more substantial appetizer.
You will need: 4 zucchini, 16 slices bacon, 1 tsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut zucchini into medium-thick sticks, sprinkle with spices, and wrap in bacon slices. Drizzle with oil and bake on parchment paper for about 15-20 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
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13. Summer Watermelon and Mozzarella Appetizer
Source: koolinar.ruWe recommend drizzling the canapés with balsamic vinegar before serving.
You will need: 120 g watermelon, 120 g mozzarella, basil.
Preparation: Choose ball-shaped mozzarella. Make similar balls from the watermelon pulp using a spoon. Assemble everything on skewers, adding basil leaves.
14. Stuffed Bell Peppers
Source: findfood.ruInterestingly, the peppers in this recipe are used fresh – without heat treatment.
You will need: 3 bell peppers, 5 eggs, 1 bunch herbs, 2 cloves garlic, 150 g processed cheese, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil eggs until hard and grate them finely with the cheese. Add minced garlic, herbs, and mayonnaise. Tightly pack this filling into the pepper halves and cut each into several wedges.
15. Melon and Prosciutto Canapés
Source: vk.comSuch a simple, yet incredibly delicious combination.
You will need: 300 g melon, 9 pieces prosciutto.
Preparation: Cut the melon into cubes or make balls using a spoon. Assemble the canapés on skewers, alternating melon and prosciutto pieces.
16. Spicy Celery Appetizer
Source: pinterest.comYou will need fresh and crispy celery stalks.
You will need: 8 celery stalks, 60 g olives, 6 sun-dried tomatoes, 3 green onion stalks, 2 basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, 200 g cream cheese, paprika and spices.
Preparation: Chop olives, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, basil, and green onion. Mix everything with spices and cream cheese. Cut celery into sticks and fill each piece with the stuffing.
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17. Zucchini and Cauliflower Skewers in the Oven
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruTo prevent skewers from burning during baking – soak them in water for 15-20 minutes.
You will need: 4-5 zucchini, 1 head cauliflower, 2 onions, 2 tbsp olive oil, 70 g feta, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Slice zucchini into thin slices, onions into thin wedges, and break cauliflower into florets. Marinate everything for 20 minutes in oil with spices. Thread the vegetables onto skewers and bake for 10-12 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Sprinkle with crumbled feta.
18. Cucumber Cups
Source: za-edoy.ruYou will need long and firm cucumbers.
You will need: 2 cucumbers, 100 g feta, 1/3 bell peppers of different colors, 2 tbsp chopped olives, 4 green onion stalks, spices.
Preparation: Cut cucumbers into equal-height barrels and scoop out the centers, but not all the way – to create cups with a bottom. Salt and season them. Finely chop and mix the remaining ingredients. Place the prepared filling into the cucumber cups.
19. Korean-Style Tomatoes
Source: ok.ruA quick and original appetizer made from sweet young vegetables.
You will need: 500 g tomatoes, 300 g bell pepper, 15 g garlic, 1 g chili, 20 g dill, 5 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 0.5 tbsp sugar, Korean spices.
Preparation: Blend bell pepper, chili, garlic, and herbs in a blender. Slice tomatoes into wedges and mix them with this mixture and the remaining ingredients. Let the appetizer marinate for 1.5 hours.
20. Zucchini Canapés
Source: pinterest.comAn interesting alternative to traditional appetizers.
You will need: 2 zucchini or courgettes, 4 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 red onion, 1 bell pepper, 5 sprigs parsley, 100 g cream cheese, 2 tbsp wine vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Slice zucchini diagonally into about 10 mm thick slices, and marinate them for 5-7 minutes in oil with spices. Finely chop pepper, onion, and parsley, and marinate them separately in a tablespoon of oil with vinegar and spices for 5 minutes. Fry the zucchini on both sides until golden, spread with cream cheese, layer the vegetables, and roll everything up.