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37 Fresh Spring Appetizers To Celebrate Warmer Days

The sun staying up past 5 o’clock is enough of a reason to try out these spring appetizer ideas

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Mike Garten

Our best spring appetizers celebrate the season’s healthiest vegetables and fruits (plus plenty of cheesy options to balance it all out) now that we all finally feel like eating fresh produce again. From deviled eggs to simple salads and delicious dips, these tasty dishes are perfect for any spring occasion, whether you’re hosting an elegant Easter dinner or cozy Mother's Day brunch. Thanks to spring’s light, fresh flavors and vibrant colors, these are some of the tastiest (and prettiest) apps ever.

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Goat Cheese Appetizer

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Mike Garten

There's nothing like a lemon-herb goat cheese log to get the festivities rolling — especially when it's paired with the best of spring veggies. Serve this starter up with cucumber spears, snap peas, and endive leaves — and don't forget the crusty baguettes!

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Scallion Pancakes

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Mike Garten

Crispy, chewy and flaky, our version of this savory Chinese snack is made with dumpling wrappers and fresh scallions.

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Deviled Eggs

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Mike Garten

Is there any app more classic than deviled eggs? For a simple and go-to starter that's sure to please a crowd, these best-ever deviled eggs feature the perfect velvety filling made with mayo and mustard.

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RELATED: 30+ Delicious Ways to Make Deviled Eggs

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Best Ever Spinach and Artichoke Dip

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Mike Garten

Lighter than the usual version, this dip is made with tons of fragrant herbs, walnuts for crunch and cheese for a hit of savory flavor.

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RELATED: 86 Best Dips for the Holidays, Happy Hour & Beyond

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Asparagus, Burrata and Prosciutto Tartines

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Mike Garten

This tartine recipe calls for not only the best fresh veggies (like asparagus spears), but for creamy burrata and crisp prosciutto. I mean, what better combo can you ask for?

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6

Beef and Asparagus Negimaki

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Mike Garten

Thinly sliced, marinated flank steak wrapped around asparagus will be your new go-to app.

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7

Spring Herb Frittata

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Mike Garten

Made with the tastiest herbs and then topped with chive crème fraîche, this frittata dish is both pretty and delicious — which makes it a perfect dish for a springtime brunch.

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RELATED: 60 Best Brunch Ideas to Try This Weekend

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Arugula Pesto

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Mike Garten

Try arugula instead of basil in this greenest-ever pesto, then use it to top off ricotta crostini.

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Spring Salad Recipe With Apricot Vinaigrette

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Mike Garten

If there's anything that's an essential spring dish, it's a fresh green salad dressed up with a fruity vinaigrette. This one even combines shallots and cucumbers with dried apricots and feta, making it the tastiest springtime recipe ever.

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RELATED: 48 Easy, Breezy Spring Dinner Ideas That You’ll Want To Make All Season

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Red Pepper Hummus Crackers

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Mike Garten

Need a great app for Easter? Pipe red pepper hummus onto crackers in the shape of carrots and decorate each with a dill frond.

RELATED: 32 Tasty Easter Appetizers That Are Insanely Easy to Make

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Spring Crudités With Herbed Cheese Dip

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Mike Garten

There's nothing like fresh veggies and a herbed dip to start out a party — especially when said dip involves goat cheese, ricotta and garlic.

Get the recipe for Spring Crudités with Herbed Cheese Dip »

12

Japanese Chicken Scallion Yakitori

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Mike Garten

These delicious Japanese-inspired skewers feature chicken marinated in soy sauce, sherry vinegar, garlic and ginger.

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13

Crab Cakes With Mango-Avocado Relish

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Mike Garten

Spoil guests at your next party with these savory bites, made with fresh sweet crab meat and mango-avocado relish.

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14

Shaved Carrot and Radish Salad

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Mike Garten

Beautiful carrot ribbons and thinly sliced radishes get dressed in a sweet-tart citrus vinaigrette for the ultimate spring salad.

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RELATED: 33 Fresh, Colorful Spring Salads That'll Make It Easy To Eat Your Veggies

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15

Prosciutto Scallion Bundles

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Mike Garten

All it takes are five ingredients (including salt and pepper!) and 20 minutes to make this crowd favorite.

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16

Summer Rolls

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Mike Garten

This Vietnamese restaurant staple is easy to make at home with store-bought rice paper wrappers, your favorite veggies and an addictive dipping sauce.

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Easy Red Salsa

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Mike Garten

No need to buy salsa from the store ever again, especially not for Cinco de Mayo!

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RELATED: 28 Amazing Cinco de Mayo Recipes That Will Bring on the Fiesta

18

Maple-Glazed Sausage Pops

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Mike Garten

Pair these savory, juicy pops with maple syrup. Trust.

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Parmesan-Chive Chips

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Mike Garten

Appetizers don't get easier (or more delicious) than tossing warm potato chips with two flavor-packed ingredients.

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Spinach and Yogurt Dip

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Mike Garten

This Iranian-inspired dip combines plain yogurt with spinach and mint for a tangy, fresh option at the snack table.

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