Recipe Ideas: 5 Cold Appetizers To Delight Guests At Your Next Party

Hosting a party is often a vibrant affair, filled with laughter, music, and of course, delicious food. Whether it's a festive celebration, a casual get-together, or a special occasion, no Indian gathering is complete without an array of appetizers to tantalize the taste buds. And when the weather is warm, there's nothing quite like serving up a selection of refreshing cold appetizers to keep your guests cool and satisfied.

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Recipe ideas: 5 cold appetizers

From traditional favorites to modern twists, here are five cold appetizer recipes that are sure to delight your guests at your next party.

1) Minty Yogurt Dip with Veggie Crisps

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Ingredients:

1 cup thick yogurt (hung curd)

1/2 cup finely chopped mint leaves

1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves

1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)

1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder

Salt to taste

Assorted vegetable crisps (carrot, cucumber, beetroot, etc.) for serving

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the thick yogurt, chopped mint leaves, chopped coriander leaves, chopped green chili (if using), roasted cumin powder, and salt.
2. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
3. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Serve chilled with a platter of assorted vegetable crisps for dipping.

2) Classic Hummus with Pita Bread

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Ingredients:

1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons tahini

3 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt to taste

Pita bread, cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, minced garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
2. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
3. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil.
4. Serve chilled with freshly toasted or warmed pita bread wedges for dipping.

3) Spicy Mango Salsa with Nachos

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Ingredients:

2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced

1 small red onion, finely chopped

1 green chili, finely chopped

1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves

Juice of 1 lime

Salt to taste

Nacho chips for serving

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, finely chopped red onion, finely chopped green chili, chopped coriander leaves, lime juice, and salt.
2. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Serve chilled with a bowl of crispy nacho chips for scooping up the salsa.

4) Stuffed Bell Peppers with Creamy Cheese Filling

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Ingredients:

Bell peppers (assorted colors), halved and deseeded

Cream cheese

Chopped fresh herbs (such as coriander)

Salt and pepper to taste

Cherry tomatoes and olives for garnish

2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese with the chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
2. Spoon the creamy cheese filling into each bell pepper half, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon.
3. In s separate bowl, toss olive oil, cherry tomatoes and olives together and mix.
4. Arrange the stuffed bell peppers on a serving platter and garnish with cherry tomatoes and olives mixture.
5. Refrigerate the stuffed bell peppers for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
6. Serve chilled.

5) Cucumber?Avocado Rolls

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Ingredients:

English cucumber (take any if not available)

Ripe avocado

Smoked salmon or cooked shrimp (optional)

Cream cheese or goat cheese

Fresh coriander

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Using a vegetable peeler, slice the cucumber lengthwise into thin strips.
2. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until smooth.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese or goat cheese onto each cucumber strip.
5. Spoon a dollop of mashed avocado onto one end of the cucumber strip and top with a piece of smoked salmon or cooked shrimp, if desired.
6. Roll up the cucumber strip and secure with a toothpick. Garnish with fresh coriander.
7. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

With these five cold appetizer recipes, you can elevate your next party with a delightful array of flavors and textures that are sure to impress your guests. So go ahead, get creative in the kitchen, and prepare to wow your guests with your culinary skills!

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