11 small bites your summer needs before it’s over

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There’s still time to enjoy a few more bites of sunshine before the summer season winds down. These small appetizer bites are perfect for backyard barbecues, poolside lounging, or snacking while being productive. This lineup will make you the go-to for every summer hangout.

Goat cheese tomato sausage tart on a cutting board.
Goat Cheese Tomato Tart. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Grilled Hummus Berry Flatbread

Grilled hummus flatbread with fruit and corn.
Grilled Hummus Berry Flatbread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This summer-inspired flatbread is topped with grilled corn and berries, drizzled with a roasted garlic parsley pesto. It’s a great seasonal bite for summer weekends.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Hummus Berry Flatbread

Mango Habanero Salsa

Mango habanero salsa in a bowl.
Mango Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet mango combines with spicy peppers, lime, tomatillos, and cilantro for a refreshing snacking salsa perfect for summer gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Mango Habanero Salsa

Melon Mozzarella Prosciutto Skewers

Melon skewers with mozzarella balls and prosciutto.
Melon Mozzarella Prosciutto Skewers. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These skewers combine sweet cantaloupe, salty prosciutto, and fresh mozzarella, making them an easy and tasty summer appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Melon Mozzarella Prosciutto Skewers

Pineapple Guacamole

Pineapple guacamole in a metal bowl topped with crushed pineapple.
Pineapple Guacamole. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Pineapple adds a fruity kick to this guacamole, making it a fun and vibrant party dip for summer.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Guacamole

Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Pineapple habanero salsa in a bowl.
Pineapple Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This salsa blends sweet pineapple with spicy habanero, ideal for serving with chips or as a topping for meat, fish, and tacos.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Roasted Eggplant Dip

Roasted eggplant dip drizzled with olive oil and topped with pine nuts and parsley in a teal dish.
Roasted Eggplant Dip. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A creamy dip made from roasted eggplant, perfect for parties or healthy snacking during the summer.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Eggplant Dip

Whipped Burrata Lemon Shrimp Crostini

Lemon shrimp crostini with whipped burrata.
Whipped Burrata Lemon Shrimp Crostini. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Burrata crostini with grilled shrimp and peaches make an excellent summer appetizer, especially with a chilled glass of white wine.
Get the Recipe: Whipped Burrata Lemon Shrimp Crostini

Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Zucchini chips without breading made in the air fryer in a bowl on a wooden plate.
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These garlic-flavored zucchini chips are crispy and addictive. Made in the air fryer, they come together quickly for a healthier snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Goat Cheese Tomato Sausage Tart

Goat cheese tomato sausage tart on a cutting board.
Goat Cheese Tomato Sausage Tart. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This tart combines goat cheese, tomato, and sausage, making it a great appetizer or light meal to pair with a glass of wine.
Get the Recipe: Goat Cheese Tomato Sausage Tart

Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip

Roasted garlic white bean dip in a metal dish with pita chips.
Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This dip features roasted garlic and white beans with a creamy texture, enhanced by a secret ingredient: cottage cheese.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip

Roasted Red Pepper Dip

A bowl of roasted red pepper dip with crackers on a marble table.
Roasted Red Pepper Dip. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A smooth and creamy dip made from roasted red peppers, basil, lemon, garlic, white beans, and feta, perfect with chips or crackers.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Red Pepper Dip

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