American cocktail party recipes with 200 or fewer calories

RIPE AND RYE CANAPES

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

This is a great high protein snack or appetizer. Add other elements such as artichoke hearts, olives or mixed veggies to create diverse variations…

Easy Candied Pecans

A snack for the gods! Sprinkle atop your favorite greens, blue cheese topped or chicken salad. For holiday entertaining leave the pecans in halves…

Firehouse Hamburger Barbecue

Served at fairs and firehouse gatherings as well as church picnics and community events in Lancaster County, PA. The recipe is from Eva M. Koehler,…

Skinny, Mini Reuben Appetizers

Here’s a classic deli sandwich turned into a bite-sized appetizer. I love serving these whenever I’m having company over or even as a fun lunch.…

Smoked Salmon Spread

This spread makes a great party dip or snack for a light lunch. Great with crackers, bagel chips or pita crisps.

dried apricot/goat cheese/almond hors d"oeuvres

delicious and easy, but be sure to use Marcona almonds (I found them at Costco of all places)

Prosciutto/Gruyere Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Makes about 35 pinwheels that puff to about 1-1/2" diameter

Cheesy Pepperoni Fingers

Looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer in the spur of the moment. Take cheese sticks and deli sliced pepperoni from ordinary to…

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip

Addictive!

Okra Salad

This is our last picnic recipe for June. We have really enjoyed serving up items that are summertime-friendly and hope you make this and several…

Stuffed Jalapenos

Mouth watering tasty goodness. Great for parties or a back yard bar-b-q. Dozens of potential variations.

Strawberry Margarita

Add a little oomph to your traditional margarita recipe by adding in your favorite fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, or watermelon. The…

Giggling Gourmet's "Don Quixote's Boca de Fuego!" Hot Sauce

For those that like it hot: Here's a hot sauce personal favorite of my own design that I have been working on…

Frosted Grapes

These are a beautiful garnish around a cake, cheese plate or just as a yummy snack.