Kick off your next dinner party with vibrant spring produce like sugar snap peas, artichokes, and fava beans. From fresh salads to grilled delicacies and flavorful toasts, these appetizers make the most of the season’s best ingredients.
Grilled Artichokes with Herby Lemon Aioli
Grilled artichokes elevate any meal, adding a touch of luxury. After peeling and prepping them to remove tough parts, grill the artichoke halves and serve with a bright, herby lemon aioli for a delicious starter.
Sugar Snap Pea Salad
This fresh and crisp salad combines sugar snap peas, ricotta cheese, red onion, and mint. Light and refreshing, it pairs beautifully with a glass of herbal, crisp Grüner Veltliner.
Hot Honey–Carrot Flatbreads with Basil Chermoula
Sweet and spicy honey-glazed roasted carrots top creamy ricotta-smeared flatbreads, finished with a drizzle of basil chermoula for an eye-catching appetizer.
Smashed Fava Beans on Toast with Pecorino and Mint
Rustic toast gets a spring makeover with a spread of smashed fava beans, pecorino cheese, and fresh mint. Prep the fava beans ahead of time to make assembly quick and easy.
Spring Pea Chaat with Lemon Raita
A medley of English peas, snow peas, and sugar snap peas shines in this bold and flavorful dish. Tossed with punchy spices and served with cooling lemon raita, it’s a bright and unique appetizer perfect for spring gatherings.