Healthy Appetizers (easy & perfect for parties!) | Ambitious Kitchen

The Best Guacamole You’ll Ever Eat

Monique — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

The Best Guacamole You’ll Ever Eat

The best guacamole you’ll ever eat! This delicious and easy guacamole recipe is made with a mix of creamy and chunky avocado, bites of heat from jalapeño, and fresh flavor from cilantro and lime juice. Serve it with your favorite tortilla chips or add it to tacos, sandwiches, and more! When Tony and I first

Best Healthy Coleslaw Ever (no mayo!)

Monique — Thu, 25 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Best Healthy Coleslaw Ever (no mayo!)

The BEST healthy coleslaw made with fresh red cabbage, carrots, cilantro, and a kick of heat from jalapeño. There’s no mayo or sugar, just a naturally sweet and slightly tangy dressing with a hint of pure maple syrup. This simple, healthy coleslaw recipe is vegan, paleo & dairy free and perfect for serving all summer!

Fresh Mango Salsa Recipe

Monique — Thu, 18 May 2023 16:00:54 +0000

Fresh Mango Salsa Recipe

Fresh mango salsa recipe packed with gorgeous produce like avocado, mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion. This easy, homemade mango salsa is perfect for salmon, fish tacos, chicken, and of course, dipping with chips! Summer is almost here, which means mango season, baby! In my opinion, mangos don’t get used nearly as often

Fresh & Healthy 7-Layer Dip

Monique — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 16:00:14 +0000

Fresh & Healthy 7-Layer Dip

The BEST healthy 7-layer dip ever made with beans, protein-packed yogurt, taco seasoning, guacamole, classic veggies and a layer of cheese. This healthy 7-layer dip recipe is fresh, flavorful and absolutely delicious! Always a crowd-pleaser for potlucks, game days, and holidays. You know what I’m always down for? A good snack. Especially as spring and

Garlic White Bean Basil Hummus

Monique — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 16:00:43 +0000

Garlic White Bean Basil Hummus

Delicious garlic basil white bean hummus made with flavorful garlic, zesty lemon juice, and fresh basil. This easy white bean hummus recipe is the perfect snack to pair with veggies, crackers, pita chips, and even to use as a spread or sauce! Buckle up kids, we’ve got a recipe from 2012 making its comeback. Besides

Roasted Grape & Brie Crostini with Honey + Sea Salt

Monique — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 17:00:59 +0000

Roasted Grape & Brie Crostini with Honey + Sea Salt

Beautiful roasted grape and brie crostini topped with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of sea salt. This easy, delicious grape & brie crostini is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and sophisticated! Great for holidays, parties, date nights, and weekend brunch. I have another throwback recipe for you that’s from…wait for it…11(!) years

The Best Garlic Bread You’ll Ever Eat

Monique — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 17:00:00 +0000

The Best Garlic Bread You’ll Ever Eat

This is the BEST homemade garlic bread you’ll ever make. It has fresh herbs, tons of flavorful roasted garlic, and is perfectly toasted. This easy garlic bread recipe is delicious served with your fav pasta dishes & comfort foods, and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Many ago Tony and I started making homemade garlic bread to

Bubbly Hot Chicken Enchilada Bean Dip

Monique — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 17:00:21 +0000

Bubbly Hot Chicken Enchilada Bean Dip

Bubbly hot, cheesy enchilada bean dip made with two types of beans, shredded chicken and your fav enchilada sauce for an amazing appetizer. This easy chicken enchilada dip is packed with protein and delicious with tortilla chips, on burritos, or even served over rice! Easily customize it to add a kick of heat or make

Over 50 Healthier Game Day Recipes

Monique — Sat, 04 Feb 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Over 50 Healthier Game Day Recipes

The BEST healthier game day recipes that will impress anyone! You’ll find over 50 easy, healthy football snacks, fun finger foods, delicious main dishes and plenty of incredible desserts. Vegetarian game day recipes included! The big game is just two weeks away and I couldn’t be more excited to make all of the delicious game

The Best Savory Dip Recipes

Monique — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 10:00:51 +0000

The Best Savory Dip Recipes

Over 30 of the best savory dip recipes that are easy to make and packed with unique flavors! You’ll find warm, cheesy dips, hummus and veggie-based dips, and even versatile dips that double as dressings and sauces. Serve these at your next party, girl’s night, or game day, or enjoy them as a healthy snack!

Smoked Salmon Crostini

Monique — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 10:00:25 +0000

Smoked Salmon Crostini

Delicious smoked salmon crostini made with simple ingredients for the perfect easy appetizer or snack. Take your favorite bagel and lox and turn it into a fun, flavorful appetizer to share with friends and family! Great for brunch and ready in just 20 minutes. We shared this easy, delicious appetizer on Instagram as part of

Creamy Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip

Monique — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:00:10 +0000

Creamy Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip

Deliciously creamy jalapeño spinach artichoke dip made with protein-packed greek yogurt and three types of cheese. This easy, fun & spicy twist on traditional spinach artichoke dip is perfect for entertaining and is guaranteed to impress friends and family. Serve with tortilla chips, veggies, crackers and more! Can’t stop, won’t stop making epic, absolutely delicious,