“Appetizers offer so much variety. It’s a great way to feed a crowd,” says Herve Malivert, the director of culinary affairs at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City. And, he adds, it’s easy to accommodate dietary restrictions with a variety of choices, so there’s something for everyone. If this sounds like a lot of work from a hosting standpoint, don’t worry. “You can have warm or cold appetizers, and they can be cheaper, easier, and quicker to make than a full sit-down meal,” Malivert says. When you want some options that go beyond cheese and crackers, look no further. Each of the following appetizer recipes uses just three ingredients, yet still helps you reach your daily recommended servings of fruits and vegetables, which most Americans fall short of each day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Saving time in the kitchen and getting more healthy stuff in your diet? Now, that’s something to celebrate.
