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8 No-Cook Appetizers For Your Thanksgiving Spread

Impress your guests with recipes you can whip up in minutes.
By Johanna Li
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Courtesy of Natasha's Kitchen
Impress your guests—and free up precious oven space—with recipes you can whip up in minutes. This article originally appeared on Countryliving.com.
1

Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches

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Courtesy of Natasha's Kitchen

These smoked salmon crostinis are easy to make and sure to impress at Thanksgiving.

Get the recipe from Natasha's Kitchen.

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2

Mini "Pumpkin" Cheese Balls

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Courtesy of Kitchen Simplicity

Ues cream cheese balls, powdered with paprika and garnished with green onion, to create an adorable pumpkin-shaped appetizer.

Get the recipe from Kitchen Simplicity.

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3

Pimiento Cheese Crackers

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Courtesy of Pictures and Pancakes

Offer up Southern flavors like pimiento cheese and jalapeño with this quick-and-easy appetizer.

Get the recipe from Pictures and Pancakes.

4

Endive with Smoked Salmon and Boursin Cheese

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Courtesy of Gluten-Free Blondie

Use the boat-like shape of endives to hold your favorite spreads for an appetizer that will stay fresh until serving.

Get the recipe from Gluten-Free Blondie.

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5

Buffalo Hummus

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Courtesy of Oh She Glows

Adapted from Mike Fraser's No Meat Athlete, this buffalo chicken-flavored appetizer can be made entirely in a food processor, and is a delicious vegan alternative to the meat lover's staple.

Get the recipe from Oh She Glows.

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6

Melon, Proscuitto, and Mozzarella Skewers

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Courtesy of Comfort of Cooking

Try combining melon, proscuitto, and mozzarella on cocktail skewers to create a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-eat dish.

Get the recipe at Comfort of Cooking.

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7

Avocado Bean Dip

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Courtesy of Shugary Sweets

This multi-layered bean dip is perfect when served with raw veggies and chips.

Get the recipe at Shugary Sweets.

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8

Cold Avocado Soup

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Tina Rupp

Simply combine the ingredients in a blender to create this starter. No stove top necessary!

Recipe: Cold Avocado Soup

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