Italian Appetizer Recipes From Top Chefs
For fans of Old World flavor looking for a more mindful way to dine, this collection of Italian appetizer recipes is the perfect order. Cue up a selection of zesty appetizer recipes for a party and watch your guests rave. From healthy Italian appetizer recipes that make eating well a delicious prospect to traditional Italian appetizer recipes that don't skimp on heritage, there's a supremely continental starting dish that's perfect for every occasion.
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Antipasto Skewers
Appetizer | Italian
870 CAL.
Antipasto Skewers
20 Ingredients - 11 Steps - 32m
Vibrant antipasto skewers are a complete appetizer on a stick. Drizzled with balsamic glaze, these beautiful skewers encompass a variety of textures and flavors.
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Giselle Park
870 CALORIES / SERVING
Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto
Appetizer | Italian
28 CAL.
Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto
7 Ingredients - 8 Steps - 39m
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto is a savory make-ahead appetizer or an impressive side dish. Prepared with tender asparagus, crispy prosciutto and flavorful cheese, it’s easy, elegant and delicious.
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Verified Chef
Chef Rachel S.
28 CALORIES / SERVING
Creamy Shrimp Scampi
Appetizer | Italian
249 CAL.
Creamy Shrimp Scampi
20 Ingredients - 11 Steps - 22m
This creamy shrimp scampi features buttery Italian seasoned colossal shrimp dressed in a creamy paesano sauce. This shrimp scampi goes well on crostini or any pasta.
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Verified Chef
Chef Juan
249 CALORIES / SERVING
Baked Ricotta
Appetizer | Italian
321 CAL.
Baked Ricotta
12 Ingredients - 6 Steps - 25m
Baked ricotta makes a souffle-like appetizer. Hearty and cheesy with a fluffy and light texture, it is finished with a topping of figs and pecans drizzled with honey. This dish is beautiful and a delight to dip in.
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Verified Chef
Chef Annette
321 CALORIES / SERVING
Burrata Salad
Appetizer | Italian
401 CAL.
Burrata Salad
11 Ingredients - 7 Steps - 25m
Fresh, flavorful and delicious burrata salad is a wonderful appetizer, side or even an entree when paired with a protein. Juicy oranges are paired with peppery arugula, crispy crostini, creamy burrata and topped with a savory truffle honey and balsamic glaze.
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Giselle Park
401 CALORIES / SERVING
Focaccia
Appetizer | Italian
1080 CAL.
Focaccia
10 Ingredients - 10 Steps - 3h 25m
Fill your kitchen with the aroma of fresh bread with this focaccia. Pillowy and soft, this focaccia recipe uses boiled potato for a flavorful loaf.
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Verified Chef
Chef Cloe
1080 CALORIES / SERVING
Beef Carpaccio
Appetizer | Italian
398 CAL.
Beef Carpaccio
11 Ingredients - 10 Steps - 2h 38m
Beef carpaccio is a delicate and sophisticated appetizer. Tender slices of beef tenderloin meld with briny capers, tangy shallots, truffled arugula and savory Parmesan cheese for an impressive dish.
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Giselle Park
398 CALORIES / SERVING
Hot Artichoke Dip
Appetizer | Italian
465 CAL.
Hot Artichoke Dip
9 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 35m
This hot artichoke dip is a classic baked appetizer. It uses everyday pantry ingredients and is simple, affordable and delicious.
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Verified Chef
Chef Mary W.
465 CALORIES / SERVING
Fried Ravioli
Appetizer | Italian
673 CAL.
Fried Ravioli
9 Ingredients - 9 Steps - 30m
Fried ravioli is a crowd-pleasing easy snack or appetizer. This fried ravioli recipe features plump cheese ravioli coated with an Italian breadcrumb coating and fried until golden brown and crisp.
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Giselle Park
673 CALORIES / SERVING
Parmesan Cheese Crisps
Appetizer | Italian
146 CAL.
Parmesan Cheese Crisps
2 Ingredients - 4 Steps - 10m
These light and crispy Parmesan cheese crisps are a big hit with kids and adults alike. This keto-friendly snack takes less than 5 minutes to make and can also be used as an edible decoration.
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Verified Chef
Chef Tenee
146 CALORIES / SERVING
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Appetizer | Italian
217 CAL.
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
9 Ingredients - 11 Steps - 1h 50m
Air fryer mozzarella sticks are easy to make and eliminate deep frying. Gooey melted cheese is encased in a flavorful crisp shell and dunked in a delicious marinara sauce.
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Giselle Park
217 CALORIES / SERVING
Fried Mac and Cheese
Appetizer | Italian
516 CAL.
Fried Mac and Cheese
18 Ingredients - 16 Steps - 3h 45m
Take indulgence to the next level with this fried mac and cheese. Delicate squares of mac and cheese are coated with crispy panko and fried for a light and airy coating.
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Giselle Park
516 CALORIES / SERVING
Vegan Pasta Salad
Appetizer | Italian
251 CAL.
Vegan Pasta Salad
16 Ingredients - 7 Steps - 30m
This vegan pasta salad is a bright and quick dish that is reminiscent of summer. It will have you maxing and relaxing all cool no matter what it looks like outside.
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Verified Chef
Chef Jenn B.
251 CALORIES / SERVING
Gluten Free Breadcrumbs Three Ways
Appetizer | Italian
194 CAL.
Gluten Free Breadcrumbs Three Ways
14 Ingredients - 4 Steps - 20m
Here we show you how to make gluten free breadcrumbs three ways, depending on preference — made from either gluten free bread, rice cereal or almonds.
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Tiffany La Forge
194 CALORIES / SERVING
Italian Rice Balls
Appetizer | Italian
562 CAL.
Italian Rice Balls
10 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 45m
Italian rice balls, or arancini, are a popular Sicilian staple. These delicious deep-fried rice balls are filled with meat and melty cheese and covered in a crispy breadcrumb coating.
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Tiffany La Forge
562 CALORIES / SERVING
Tomato Confit
Appetizer | Italian
74 CAL.
Tomato Confit
5 Ingredients - 7 Steps - 1h 50m
Tomato confit gets cooked slowly at low temperatures covered in oil, garlic and herbs. This results in a richly flavorful condiment that is excellent tossed with pasta, served over chicken or dolloped on toast as bruschetta.
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Verified Chef
Chef Joseph
74 CALORIES / SERVING
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