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10 Simple Summer Appetizers

Want to impress your guests at summer parties with mouthwatering appetizers? You've come to the perfect spot! Discover 10 of our top summer appetizers featuring chilled dips, refreshing salsas, pasta salads, and simple finger foods.

Oil and Vinegar Pasta Salad

Oil and Vinegar Pasta Salad in a serving bowl.
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A simple summer appetizer, oil and vinegar pasta salad, is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish. It features cooked pasta mixed with a tangy dressing made from oil, vinegar, sugar, and herbs.

To learn more: Oil and Vinegar Pasta Salad

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Air Fryer Fried Pickles on a white serving tray.
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Air Fryer Fried Pickles are crispy, flavorful, and so easy to make. These dill pickle slices make a great option for a simple appetizer or snack!

To learn more: Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Salsa

Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Salsa served with yellow tortilla chips.
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This pineapple salsa is a must-try. Made with fresh pineapple, jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime, it's bursting with flavor.

To learn more: Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Salsa

Cucumber Salsa

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Summer should be effortless, and this cucumber salsa recipe fits the bill perfectly. Light and refreshing, it's ideal for a hot summer day. Made with chopped veggies, seasonings, vinegar, and oil, it's quick and easy to prepare.

To learn more: Cucumber Salsa

Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Peppers

Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Peppers on a serving platter.
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These easy stuffed are an easy make ahead appetizer or snack that everyone will love.

To learn more: Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Peppers

BLT Pasta Salad

BLT Pasta Salad on a wooden spoon.
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BLT Pasta Salad is a perfect summer appetizer and a family favorite. Ideal for potlucks or lunches, it features crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and romaine lettuce mixed with cavatappi pasta and a flavorful homemade dressing. It captures the classic BLT sandwich taste but in pasta form!

To learn more: BLT Pasta Salad

Lipton Spinach Dip

Lipton Spinach Dip on a serving plate with veggies and chips.
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This Lipton spinach dip is a classic recipe! This dip recipe is perfect for summer.

To learn more: Lipton Spinach Dip

Strawberry Basil Bruschetta

Strawberry Basil Bruschetta on a plate.
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This Lipton spinach dip is a classic recipe! This dip recipe is perfect for summer.

To learn more: Strawberry Basil Bruschetta

Roasted Pineapple Salsa

Roasted Pineapple Salsa
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A favorite appetizer at my house during summer! A fun and exciting combination of flavors!

To learn more: Roasted Pineapple Salsa

Black Bean Corn Salad (Cowboy Caviar)

Black bean corn salad in a white bowl with a wooden serving spoon.
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This Easy Black Bean Corn Salad is a quick and delicious snack, perfect for potlucks or parties. It's always a crowd-pleaser!

To learn more: Easy Black Bean Corn Salad