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8 Easy Appetizers for the Holidays (Paleo, Keto, Whole30)

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Try one of these easy appetizers for holiday entertaining this year. Whether you’re looking for paleo, keto, Whole30, or gluten-free appetizer recipes, these low carb party bites have you covered.

Here are eight easy paleo appetizers for holiday entertaining. All are stress-free recipes that work for a big holiday party or a small gathering. And all are gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free.

The holidays can get pretty hectic, so it’s good to have some easy appetizer recipes on hand. They’re perfect for a buffet, an open house, or an easy dish to pass. Healthy versions of classics like snack mix, shrimp cocktail, antipasto platter, and deviled eggs. A trio of dips for colorful veggies. And asparagus wrapped in prosciutto that you can do on the grill or in a grill pan.

Here are eight easy appetizers for holiday entertaining. All are stress-free recipes that work for a big holiday party or a small gathering. And, of course, all are paleo, keto, Whole30, gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free.

Easy Appetizer Recipes that are Paleo and Keto

These appetizers have something for everyone and they’re so good no one will know they are secretly low carb.

Paleo Snack Mix | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Paleo Snack Mix

This party mix is the perfect nibble to serve with holiday cocktails or while watching the game. It’s smoky, salty, garlicky and hard to resist!

Antipasto Salad Platter | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Antipasto Salad Platter

This hearty salad is an easy first course or dish to pass at a holiday party. You can even make individual antipasto skewers for a festive appetizer tray.

Easy Roasted Shrimp Cocktail and Paleo Cocktail Sauce | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Easy Roasted Shrimp Cocktail with Sugar-Free Cocktail Sauce

Who doesn’t love shrimp cocktail? It’s always the most popular appetizer at a holiday party. This version is super simple. And the quick and easy cocktail sauce is better than anything out of a jar!

Deviled Eggs with Bacon | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Deviled Eggs with Bacon

Deviled eggs are another holiday classic, and this quick and easy recipe with bacon is easy to dress up for the holidays. Roasted red pepper, green olives, and fresh herbs make them pretty and festive!

Roasted Cauliflower Hummus | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Roasted Cauliflower Hummus

Hummus is always a crowd pleaser and this version swaps out the traditional chickpeas for roasted cauliflower. It works perfectly with the tahini, lemon, and garlic for a keto, paleo, and Whole30 hummus!

Paleo Ranch Dip | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Paleo Ranch Dip

Upgrade your veggies and dip with this easy homemade dairy-free ranch dressing. It’s the perfect accompaniment to crudités—try it with cucumber, celery, green and red peppers, and cherry tomatoes for a festive holiday platter.

Roasted Garlic Baba Ganoush | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Roasted Garlic Baba Ganoush

Roasted eggplant, garlic, and other Mediterranean flavors blend perfectly in this traditional dip. Drizzle with olive oil and serve it with cucumber slices (my favorite) and other raw veggies.

Proscuitto-Wrapped Asparagus | 8 Easy Paleo Appetizers for the Holidays| cookeatpaleo.com

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

This appetizer looks fancy but couldn’t be easier to make! Add a platter of asparagus with prosciutto to your holiday spread.

With these easy holiday appetizer ideas that are paleo, keto, Whole30 and gluten-free, you’ll have something for everyone this holiday season!

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8 Easy Appetizers for the Holidays (Paleo, Keto, Whole30)
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  1. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness

    December 26, 2015 at 1:24 pm

    Mmmmm that antipasto! Now THAT is my dream salad! The salty elements get me every single time. This is such a great list. It’s amazing how easy and simple planning a paleo party can be with simple, yet tasty apps!

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    • Lisa

      December 26, 2015 at 4:08 pm

      Thanks Chrissa!

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  2. Priya Dogra

    December 13, 2019 at 6:19 am

    This is really an amazing list I have saved with me a long ago. Till now I have just tried making roasted garlic baba ganoush. This is really my type of salad. I love it.

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