55 Memorial Day Appetizers To Kick Your Summer Off Right

Ham, Swiss, and jammy caramelized onions are layered between the star of the show: buttery and soft Hawaiian rolls. These sliders are a go-to recipe where at Delish when we need a quick and easy way to serve a crowd. You simply split the rolls, layer them, bake, and in a little over 10 minutes, you'll have a dozen hot mind-blowing sandwiches ready to serve.

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This salsa has the perfect balance of flavors. Serve it with homemade tortilla chips for an incredible salty, sweet, and spicy snack.

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When there are two apps we absolutely love, we think you ought to mash them together and make a super-tizer. These two-bite beauties combine the decadence of a crab cake, and the crisp-chewy texture of your favorite take-out side all into one platter-friendly package. Fresh jumbo lump crab gets tossed with scallions, panko, a little bit of mayo, and Old Bay seasoning, then snuggly wrapped in a wonton wrapper before taking a dunk in hot oil until golden brown. And the chili-mustard dipping sauce? Absolutely out of this world.

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Bruschetta, be warned: BLAT toasts have arrived. Topped with avocado, romaine, sliced tomato, and crispy bacon, these mini toasts pack big BLT flavor in a few small bites. Did we mention the bread is toasted in bacon fat?

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Zucchini is 95% water and, if not prepared properly, can end up mushy and bland. But the best way to transform virtually any food is, naturally, by frying it and adding lots of cheese. And even the staunchest zucchini hater will be a convert when they try these Parmesan zucchini fritters.

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Move over, hummus and pita chips! Upgrade your appetizer game with these pinwheels inspired by Greek spanakopita. To get their unbeatable flavor, we stuff these with a combination of cheeses, chopped spinach, dill, and lemon zest. Then we added chopped artichoke hearts and roasted peppers for a tangy, slightly briny zing.

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Summer is that beautiful time of year when both peaches and tomatoes are in season and peak quality, and this easy appetizer celebrates that. We combine peaches and tomatoes in this sweet-salty snack that goes perfectly on top of golden brown baguette slices. Tossing the fruit with just a little salt and olive oil makes the fruit shine and keeps things tasting fresh and sweet.

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Need an easy dip to share? This white bean dip takes extremely little work and is great for a last-minute appetizer or to make in advance to have the job done. Pair it with lots of spring veggies and pita chips for dipping.

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If the best (undebatable) wing flavor and sauce combination is hot Buffalo wings and ranch dip, then it stands to reason that a ranch wing with hot Buffalo dip would be equally delicious—right? Damn right.

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We love digging into a wheel of gooey oven-baked brie, but in the summer, no one wants to bother with the oven. Give this classic appetizer a summery twist by cooking it on the grill, seasoning it lightly with garlic, herbs, and wine, and serving with some lightly charred bread.

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If you’re tired of appetizers that are harder to assemble than the entrée, you’ve come to the right place. These peanut chicken wonton cups are super simple to put together and packed with flavor. Tender shredded rotisserie chicken gets tossed in a spicy-sweet peanut sauce, stuffed in a crispy baked wonton shell, and topped with bright, colorful, and crunchy veggies to make this easy two-bite app.

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We’re happy to report that esquites, the irresistible and less-messy salad version of everyone’s favorite cotija-coated snack, elote, were the perfect inspiration for these bite-sized fritters. Paired with a lime and garlic-spiked sour cream sauce, these crisp patties are guaranteed to disappear in a crowd in minutes.

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This classic party dip is layered with all your favorites—refried beans, creamy sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and more—all in one bite. If you usually turn to the store-bought version, trust us—it’s worth making it at home. Ready in under 30 minutes, this is the easiest last-minute app to prepare when you need a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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To save time, skip the fried wings this year and make these baked Buffalo wings instead. They're so much easier while still giving you a deliciously crispy, saucy, and caramelized result.

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Thanks to a handful of canned goods, these nachos come together almost instantly—they only need to heat 5 to 10 minutes to get that cheese n nice and melty. Take our method as inspiration, and layer with your ultimate nacho ingredients.

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If you haven't experienced the flavor combo of prosciutto + melon, get on it STAT. It's the ultimate in sweet and salty.

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While we love the classic buffalo wings, when we're craving something a bit lighter—or need to please plant-based guests—these wings are the app we turn to again and again....and, again. This recipe transforms this staple veggie into crispy, golden bites that were made to be drenched in your favorite sauce.

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This dip might just be the perfect Memorial Day appetizer. Not only does it feature tons of mozzarella, but ricotta and heavy cream join in to make an epic base for the juicy cherry tomatoes and dollops of pesto. It also comes together in just 30 minutes!

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Turn the classic seafood dish into the cutest bite-sized app with these crab cake bites. Ready in a little over 30 minutes, these bites are the easiest way to add the fancy factor to your party. Paired with an easy sour cream, chive, and Old Bay dipping sauce, these bites are the poppable appetizer we can't get enough of (tip: we suggest doubling the recipe if you're serving a large crowd—these babies will go fast).

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We’ve riffed on this classic street food more ways than we can count (see: nachos, tacos, even enchiladas), but this Mexican street corn flatbread is our new go-to. Here, we’re taking the creamy tangy sauce that usually goes on the corn, spreading it over pre-made pizza dough instead, and loading it up with corn, more chili, and lots of cheese. Twenty minutes later, it’s crispy, corny perfection.

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