If you’re having a summer party, you’ll need to whip up a few of these hors d’oeuvres that are fun, festive and delicious. They are sure to impress and easy to make. Try a few of our favorite recipes such as grilled vegetable bruschetta, cheese-topped guacamole and scallop ceviche with aguachile. Scroll through the gallery for more summer inspiration.
Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta
What could be more summery than grilled peppers and squash heaped on toasted country bread that’s slathered with fresh basil pesto? This versatile recipe works as a first course or even a whole meal.
Grilled Squash Ribbons and Prosciutto with Mint Dressing
Grilling zucchini and summer squash ribbons on skewers is terrific because the edges become wonderfully charred and crisp, while the insides stay tender and juicy.
Parmesan Tuiles with Heirloom Tomato Salad
Chopped red, green and orange tomatoes are tossed with olive oil and herbs, then served on Parmesan tuiles. The result: a supremely colorful, incredibly easy hors d’oeuvre.
Cheese-Topped Guacamole
In this play on nachos, chef Gonzalo Martinez tops a chunky guacamole with gooey melted cheese.
Zucchini-and-Pepper Gratin with Herbs and Cheese
Switzerland has been making Sbrinz—a hard, aged, cow’s-milk cheese—for centuries. Daniel Humm uses the pleasantly salty Sbrinz to top a gratin made with a ratatouille-like mix of sautéed zucchini strips, bell peppers and tomato. Parmigiano-Reggiano, another hard, aged, cow’s milk cheese, is a fine substitute.
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