Appetizer Platter recipe served on a plate, by D. Rowe's Restaurant & Bar
Jul 14 2026
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Appetizer Platter Recipe

Inspired by D. Rowe's Restaurant & Bar
Time45m
Serves8

A variety of appetizers including dips, chips, and finger foods.

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Ingredients

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Dips

Chips and Crackers

Finger Foods

Method

Dips

1

Prepare Hummus

In a food processor, combine 1 cup of canned chickpeas, 2 tablespoons of tahini, the juice of 1 lemon, 1 clove of garlic, and salt to taste. Blend until smooth and adjust consistency with water if needed.

2

Make Guacamole

In a mixing bowl, mash 2 ripe avocados with a fork. Add the juice of 1 lime, 1 diced tomato, 1/4 cup of diced onion, and salt to taste. Mix until combined.

3

Prepare Sour Cream Dip

In a bowl, mix 1 cup of sour cream with 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning mix. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

4

Prepare Salsa

In a blender, combine 1 cup of diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup of diced onion, 1 jalapeño (seeded and chopped), and a handful of cilantro. Blend until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt to taste.

Chips and Crackers

5

Arrange Chips and Crackers

Open the bags of tortilla chips and pita chips. Pour into separate serving bowls. Open the box of assorted crackers and arrange them neatly on a platter.

Finger Foods

6

Prepare Stuffed Mini Peppers

Slice the tops off of 12 mini sweet peppers. Stuff each pepper with a mixture of cream cheese, herbs, and spices of your choice. Arrange on a platter.

7

Cook Mini Meatballs

In a skillet, cook 24 pre-made mini meatballs over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Serve warm on a platter.

8

Assemble Caprese Skewers

On toothpicks, thread 12 cherry tomatoes, 12 small mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.

9

Fry Vegetable Spring Rolls

In a hot oil pan, fry 12 vegetable spring rolls until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and serve with dipping sauce.