19 Best 4th of July Appetizers to Kick Off Your Summer Cookout
Party apps, dips, and bite-sized snacks for all!
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Having an assortment of fourth of July appetizers is the key to any good summer party (of course, a few patriotic cocktails are a good idea, too). While you fire up the grill for your backyard BBQ, you can keep guests happy with these fresh, easy, and flavorful 4th of July starters.
Like any good party planner (or party-goer) knows, you can't go wrong with a homemade party dip. Whether it's guacamole, whipped feta dip, peach salsa, or a baked cheeseburger dip, these crowd-pleasing recipes are sure to be hit at any summer get-together. Looking for finger foods to enjoy at your outdoor cookout? Here, you'll find plenty of sliders, kebabs, and grilling recipes to pair with your 4th of July menu. Try the grilled beef skewers, the Southern fried okra, or the blueberry caprese salad that's perfect for a red, white, and blue theme. Looking for more 4th of July party ideas? Celebrate with festive 4th of July cupcakes and a frozen lemonade that you’ll be making all summer long!
Guacamole Tostada Bites
The extra effort in these sweet little bites is more than worth it. They're perfectly portioned and so tasty.
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Caprese Salad
What's more classic than a Caprese salad? This one is perfect for any type of get-together.
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Peach Salsa
Give a classic salsa an exciting twist by adding some sweet peaches to the mix.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Hawaiian sweet rolls are the key to these delicious sliders.
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Cowboy Nachos
Taco-seasoned hamburger meat makes these nachos a meal in their own right.
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Mini Meatball Sandwiches
These mini meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce, then spooned into a dinner roll and topped with cheese. In other words, they're perfect.
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Air-Fried Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Time to put your air-fryer to good use. These cauliflower bites are delicious and addictive.
Caprese Rosemary Skewers
No skewers? No problem: These Caprese bites are held together using a simple rosemary sprig.
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Queso Fundido
It's not a party until you whip out the queso. This recipe is a tried-and-true favorite.
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Grilled Mini Sweet Peppers With Goat Cheese
You've already got the grill going; why not add these adorable mini peppers?
Cheeseburger Totchos
This combo of tater tots and nachos has been lovingly dubbed "totchos," and let's just say we're happy about their existence.
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Watermelon Salsa
This delicious salsa is super versatile. Serve it with a big bowl of tortilla chips or on top of grilled chicken or fish.
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Fried Goat Cheese
Whether you throw it on a salad or eat it by itself, this cheesy snack can't be beat.
Fresh Corn and Avocado Salsa
Omit the tomatoes in your normal salsa recipe, and add fresh corn and avocado. You'll be in for a refreshing upgrade on a classic.
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Melon Prosciutto and Mozzarella Skewers
Sweet meets salty in this light, refreshing appetizer. Meanwhile, the mozz adds irresistible creaminess.
Get the Melon Prosciutto and Mozzarella Skewers recipe at The Comfort of Cooking.
Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken Meatballs
Smother these meatballs in a homemade sauce for a guaranteed crowd-pleasing dish.
Get the Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken Meatballs recipe at Little Spice Jar.
Red, White, and Blue Potato Skewers
Even potatoes can be patriotic!
Get the Red, White, and Blue Potato Skewers recipe at Fit Foodie Finds.
Grilled Berry, Basil, and Brie Pizza Crisps
Red, white, blue, and bite-sized! Think of these pizza crisps as an upgrade on the pizza bagels you loved as kids.
Get the Grilled Berry, Basil, and Brie Pizza Crisps recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
Blueberry Caprese Salad
It's simple to create this colorful salad: Just add blueberries to a classic Caprese combo.
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