Weight Watchers Appetizers

Make yourself and everyone at the party healthier!

What’s a party without appetizers? Actually, for that matter, what’s a dinner without an appetizer?! I’m one of those people who is always hungry, so if you say “appetizer,” I’ll say, “yes, please.” I’ll be even more ecstatic than usual if that appetizer you’re speaking of is one off of this list of 52 best Weight Watchers appetizers!

This list is full of yummy Weight Watchers appetizers that won’t use up your SmartPoints. And, all you non-Weight Watchers people out there, this list is for you, too! You don’t have to be counting SmartPoints to enjoy these appetizers. They’re all made with nutritious, healthy ingredients that will hold anyone trying to get or stay healthy over till the main course!

So, you can stop saying “no, thank you” to people when they utter the word “appetizer.” You can even help others to stop saying “no, thank you” by bringing one of these (or all of these) healthier appetizers to the table!

The Best Weight Watchers Appetizers

1. 2-Ingredient Sour Cream Dip (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

52 Best Weight Watchers Appetizer Recipes

I figured I’d start this list off with an appetizer that is:

one of everybody’s favorites
fun and dippable
super easy
unfortunately usually unhealthy

This sour cream dip is unlike many others because it’s only 4 SmartPoints, only calls for 2 ingredients (which you probably got from the title, but it’s just too awesome to not bring up again), and is much healthier than store-bought sour cream dips.

Try the recipe: 2-Ingredient Sour Cream Dip

2. Plant-Based Bell Pepper Nacho Boats with Avocado Sauce (6 Freestyle SmartPoints)

If you’re looking for Weight Watchers appetizers that are also vegan, then we’ve come to your rescue with this recipe! One flavorful serving is 6 SmartPoints!

Try the recipe: Plant-Based Bell Pepper Nacho Boats with Avocado Sauce and Cashew Queso

3. Green Goddess Dip (2 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I, personally, love dipping carrots, peppers, and whole grain crackers into this dip! So satisfying, and only 2 SmartPoints.

Try the recipe: Green Goddess Dip

4. Caramelized Cauliflower (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

If you’re anything like me, then this recipe had you interested right from the first word, and then by the second word, you were 100% all for it. And, if for some reason you weren’t, what if I told you that a serving is only 5 SmartPoints?! I know you want to make this recipe now!

Cauliflower is one of my favorite vegetables, and who can really say “no” to something that’s both caramelized AND healthy?! I mean, how often does that happen?! Not often enough, if you ask me! This recipe just never gets old.

Try the recipe: Caramelized Cauliflower

5. Easy Stuffed Mushrooms (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

With just 4 SmartPoints, you can enjoy this appetizer before your meal without feeling any guilt at all. They’re a great party appetizer any time of the year.

Try the recipe: Easy Stuffed Mushrooms

6. Skinny Bell Pepper Nacho Boats (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Nachos…those delicious snacks that I have to stay away from because they’re just too addicting and just too carb-loaded…

If you’re thinking what I used to think above, then you’re about to fall in love with our Skinny Bell Pepper Nacho Boats! They are definitely one of the best Weight Watchers appetizers around because not only are they only 4 SmartPoints, but they’re also so much lower in carbs than normal nachos! Oh, and they taste just as good!

Try the recipe: Skinny Bell Pepper Nacho Boats

7. Baked Asparagus Fries with Creamy Chipotle Dip (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I used to stay away from dips while trying to eat clean…especially CREAMY dips. It was always like the word “creamy” was a synonym for “fattening” and “high-in-calories.” As it turns out, our creamy chipotle dip isn’t a synonym for either of those things, and neither are our baked asparagus fries that go great with the dip!

Try the recipe: Baked Asparagus Fries with Creamy Chipotle Dip

8. Fiesta Chili Dip (8 Freestyle SmartPoints)

What better appetizer to bring to a party than one with “fiesta” in the name?! This dip is 8 SmartPoints and definitely worth every one. Plus, one serving is 19 grams of protein!

Try the recipe: Fiesta Chili Dip

9. Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwiches (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Simple ingredients like whole wheat bread, cream cheese, cucumber, dill, and lemon zest team up to create a seriously yummy appetizer.

Try the recipe: Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwiches

10. 5-Ingredient Butternut Squash Fritters (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Like I said earlier, I am not someone who has a lot of time, but I do have a big appetite. With that being said, since these butternut squash fritters of ours only call for 5 ingredients and are only 3 SmartPoints per fritter, they’re one of my go-to Weight Watchers appetizers.

Try the recipe: 5-Ingredient Butternut Squash Fritters

11. Weight Watchers Everything Dip (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Number eleven on this list brings us back to our favorite types of appetizers: dips. The best part about this one is that it even has “Weight Watchers” in its name. That’s how you know it’s good. That, and the fact that it’s only 5 SmartPoints per serving!

Try the recipe: Weight Watchers Everything Dip

12. Skinny Sweet Potato Sticks (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Our sweet potato crunchies are a quick and easy snack that the kids will love!

When I was a kid, I used to love those potato chip stick snacks. I would eat them pretty much every single day until my metabolism started catching up with me, and I had to part ways with my beloved potato chip sticks.

Fortunately, this recipe of ours brings back the flavors I loved in those unhealthy chip sticks in a much healthier way. I know you’ll fall in love with the flavors, too.

Try the recipe: Skinny Sweet Potato Sticks

13. Avocado Hummus (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I am a huge hummus lover. I actually eat it almost every day, so I am always happy when it’s an appetizer at a party. Since I am such a hummus fan, I’m also the perfect person to tell you that this is one of the best hummus recipes!

Try the recipe: Avocado Hummus

14. 6-Ingredient Tuna Salad Stuffed Eggs (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Tuna salad AND eggs all in one Weight Watchers appetizer that’s only 3 SmartPoints?! It’s like a dream come true!

Try the recipe: 6-Ingredient Tuna Salad Stuffed Eggs

15. Seaweed Sushi Balls (10 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Sushi is all the rage these days (and understandably so – it’s delicious!) so these sushi balls are definitely a must try. They’re the perfect appetizer for an upscale event or gathering.

Try the recipe: Seaweed Sushi Balls

16. Texas Caviar (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

This recipe calls for amazing ingredients such as:

beans
corn
avocado
bell pepper
tomato

You can’t go wrong!

Try the recipe: Texas Caviar

17. Greek Chicken Meatballs and Yogurt Dill Sauce (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I’m not sure that I’d believe you if you told me that Greek chicken meatballs on a Best Weight Watchers Appetizer list don’t sound too good to be true. After all, they taste almost too good to be true!

Try the recipe: Greek Chicken Meatballs and Yogurt Dill Sauce

18. Crostini with Creamy Cheese and Walnuts (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

If you’re struggling to figure out what to bring to your next party or event, these crostinis are the perfect tasty option. With ricotta, cream cheese, fresh basil, and walnuts, you and your guests are in for a real treat.

Try the recipe: Crostini with Creamy Cheese and Walnuts

19. Veggie Platter with Pesto Hummus (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Okay, so you already know that my love for hummus is unconditional. But did you know that my love for this veggie hummus platter is also unconditional?! This is my go-to Weight Watchers appetizer to bring to any and every party. Its colorful flavors are complemented by the tray’s colors thanks to the wide variety of vegetables!

Try the recipe: Veggie Platter with Pesto Hummus

20. Shrimp Skewers with Garlic-Lime Marinade (2 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Did you guys read that?! It says TWO SmartPoints! That’s it! Get your shrimp fix without sacrificing any of the yummy flavors and without sacrificing too many SmartPoints.

Try the recipe: Shrimp Skewers with Garlic-Lime Marinade

21. Jerked Chicken & Plantain Skewers (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

If you’re not into shrimp, but you are into skewers, this appetizer recipe is for you! This is actually one of my brother’s favorite appetizers. He asks me to bring these to every family party…even the ones that are held at restaurants. Yup, he’s a picky eater but absolutely loves the sweet Caribbean flavors of these skewers.

I highly recommend making these for your next party. They’ll be a hit, but watch out for over-ecstatic brothers! You’ll end up bringing a tray to family parties that are held at restaurants so that he can take it home for later…or eat them right there, in the parking lot. They’re so good you’ll probably want to eat some in the parking lot, too!

Try the recipe: Jerked Chicken & Plantain Skewers

22. Oven Baked Cheesy Artichoke Dip (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

In my world, if something is “cheesy,” it’s probably delicious. Unfortunately, that something isn’t always healthy. Luckily, our Oven Baked Cheesy Artichoke Dip IS healthy. It’s only 4 SmartPoints and is made with healthy ingredients such as:

Greek yogurt
low-fat cream cheese
artichoke hearts
onion
part-skim mozzarella cheese
extra-virgin olive oil
whole wheat bread

Try the recipe: Oven Baked Cheesy Artichoke Dip

23. Sriracha Deviled Eggs (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

If you love the spicy, zesty flavor of sriracha, then this recipe is right up your alley! I’m all about spicing up parties with some sriracha…especially when deviled eggs are also involved.

Try the recipe: Sriracha Deviled Eggs

24. Almond Butter and Banana Sandwiches (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

You might be thinking something like, “Why would I want to have something so sweet as an appetizer?”…well, if you have kids, then you should know that this would be a HIT at one of their parties, or one of their friends’ parties, or even just a normal family party that children will be attending.

I find it especially helpful, though, to bring healthier snack foods to kid parties that I’m going to be staying at. I mean, let’s be honest, more often than not, kid parties don’t have many healthy appetizers. So, when you get hungry, it’s hard not to end up with a handful of M&M’s or Cheetos. Bring these little, kid-friendly sandwiches to the next kid party, and you’re sure to stay on track!

Try the recipe: Almond Butter and Banana Sandwiches

25. Baked Vegetable Spring Rolls (8 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I could honestly eat these yummy baked vegetable spring rolls for dinner; they’re so good and are just 8 SmartPoints per serving. That said, we know your guests will love them just as much as we do.

Try the recipe: Baked Vegetable Spring Rolls

26. Spicy Mango Salsa (2 Freestyle SmartPoints)

With tropical flavors that remind you of lounging in a chair on the beach mixed with spicy flavors from peppers, this salsa will have you addicted after the very first bite. Be prepared to share this recipe with everyone at the party!

Try the recipe: Spicy Mango Salsa

27. Spicy Tailgate Meatballs (2 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Over 22 grams of protein and only 2 SmartPoints…I’d say that’s pretty amazing! These meatballs of ours are great not just for tailgates but for any game day! I whipped them up for my Super Bowl party, and they were a hit!

Try the recipe: Spicy Tailgate Meatballs

28. Blood Red Beet Hummus with Carrot Fingers (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

This dish of ours is great for Halloween parties (hence the “blood” red and the carrot “fingers”), but it’s also great for any party at any time of the year. Beets have so many health benefits, such as:

treat anemia
aid in digestion
improve blood circulation
help ease kidney disorders

Try the recipe: Blood Red Beet Hummus with Carrot Fingers

29. Pizza Zucchini Boats (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Get the irresistible taste of pizza in the healthiest way: by eating our Pizza Zucchini Boats! They’re super easy and fun to make, and the kids will love them too!

Try the recipe: Pizza Zucchini Boats

30. Spinach and Artichoke Quiche Cups (2 SmartPoints)

This may be a breakfast recipe, but I’ve found it to be an equally satisfying Weight Watchers appetizer recipe. I’ve found it to be especially good for parties that start earlier on in the afternoon. Quiche cups are just the perfect thing to hold everyone over until it’s (finally) time for the main course.

Try the recipe: Spinach and Artichoke Quiche Cups

31. Tomato and Basil Bruschetta (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I may not be Italian, but I know a good bruschetta recipe when I taste one, and let me tell you, ours is GOOD. The recipe calls for a whole wheat baguette, extra-virgin olive oil, tomatoes, and other healthier ingredients so that you can enjoy your favorite appetizers and feel healthier, too.

Try the recipe: Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

32. Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges with Spicy Mayo (8 Freestyle SmartPoints)

We’re big, BIG fans of anything sweet potato so you can imagine how much we adore these crispy sweet potato wedges with spicy mayo! The sweet and spicy flavors play off of each other beautifully and the crispy texture is so satisfying. Try the recipe: Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges with Spicy Mayo

33. Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

These mushrooms are great for popping and munching while chit-chatting with old friends while trying to pay attention to an old family member, and even just while waiting for dinner–you know, those dinners where you feel like you’re getting old just waiting for it to be done.

Try the recipe: Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms

34. Baked Coconut Chicken Strips (8 Freestyle SmartPoints)

You can enjoy 4 or 5 of these coconutty chicken strips for just 8 SmartPoints! Honestly, sometimes it’s hard to not eat 8 or 10…or the entire batch. But, sometimes, I limit myself to just a couple of them so that the SmartPoint count is even lower. I mean, as much as I love appetizers, I do have to eat dinner, too, so just a couple of these yummy strips are plenty!

Try the recipe: Baked Coconut Chicken Strips

35. Skinny Chicken Taquitos (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Every time I make these for a get-together with some of our friends, my boyfriend eats half of them before I can even get them into a container (and then I am just FORCED to eat the other half). That’s how delicious they are!

Try the recipe: Skinny Chicken Taquitos

36. Baked Onion Rings (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Yup, you read that right. You can stop gawking at the screen in awe now. A serving of our Baked Onion Rings really is just 3 SmartPoints.

I know; I think I gawk at the onion rings exactly how you’re gawking at your computer screen every time I make them. It’s hard to believe you can enjoy something that was once considered a major cheat meal without any guilt.

Try the recipe: Baked Onion Rings

37. Broccoli Tarts (1 Freestyle SmartPoint)

This Weight Watchers appetizer recipe might just be the best yet when considering the fact that one serving is only one SmartPoint. On top of that, they’re made with flaxseed meal! Flax seeds benefit you in so many ways. Here are just a few:

High in omega-3 fatty acids
High in fiber
Helps lower cholesterol
Antioxidant-rich
Aids in weight loss

Try the recipe: Broccoli Tarts

38. Crostini with Smoked Salmon and Lemony Ricotta (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Salmon is another food that’s high in omega-3 fatty acids, and it’s probably one of my favorite foods. With that in mind, you better believe how much I love this appetizer of ours!

Try the recipe: Crostini with Smoked Salmon and Lemony Ricotta

39. Roasted Garlic Hummus (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Store bought hummus is good, but this homemade roasted garlic hummus is out of this world. Serve this dip alongside some pita chips or fresh veggies for an ultra healthy appetizer.

Try the recipe: Roasted Garlic Hummus

40. Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa Cups (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Join in on the latest quinoa trend by making these quinoa cups! I’ll say it over and over again: if it involves cheese and is considered healthy, it’s a good recipe in my book!

Try the recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa Cups

41. Oven Baked Sweet Potato Tots (6 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I’ve always been a tots girl. If I had the choice between tater tots or French fries, I’d choose tater tots every time. Today, as good as healthy fries are, I’d still have to choose tater tots…especially our Oven Baked Sweet Potato Tots, and especially as an appetizer!

Try the recipe: Oven Baked Sweet Potato Tots

42. Cheesy Kale Hand Pies (6 Freestyle SmartPoints)

If you thought I was done giving you gooey cheesy appetizer recipes, you were so wrong! And kale is even involved in this one! You know, kale: the green superfood that I love to throw in a ton of random things?! Yeah, that one!

Kale is so, so, so good for you (which is why I tend to add it to as many meals as I can). I love this recipe of ours because by using it, I don’t have to think up a way to get my kale in my appetizer.

Try the recipe: Cheesy Kale Hand Pies

43. Baked Kale and Quinoa Patties (6 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I figured that since we hopped on the kale train, we should stay on it! Our next stop is Baked Kale and Quinoa Patties. Two patties are 6 SmartPoints, so what I tend to do when I make them as an appetizer is either eat one or cut them up into smaller pieces. That way, I’m less likely to eat two and don’t need to worry too much about my SmartPoints later.

Try the recipe: Baked Kale and Quinoa Patties

44. Healthy Soy-Lime Chicken Skewers (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I know these aren’t the first skewers on this list, but when they’re only 3 SmartPoints and also start a fiesta in your mouth, it’s too difficult to say no.

Try the recipe: Healthy Soy-Lime Chicken Skewers

45. Jalapeno Popper Zucchini Boats (9 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Jalapeno poppers get a healthy makeover with these jalapeno popper zucchini boats! We skip the deep frying and up the flavor and nutritional value for an appetizer you’ll be proud to share with your loved ones.

Try the recipe: Jalapeno Popper Zucchini Boats

46. Rainbow Salsa (2 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Our Rainbow Salsa is the perfect appetizer to bring to any party that needs some color! This recipe is sure to brighten up the party and fill up everyone’s bellies with healthy, nutritious snack food.

Try the recipe: Rainbow Salsa

47. Roasted Chickpeas (4 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I make these chickpeas for almost every small gathering I host. They’re just so easy to pop in the oven before people get to my house and even while they’re there. I find that if we’re running out of appetizers, this recipe comes to the rescue. It takes maybe 5 minutes to throw together and only 20 minutes in the oven. In practically no time, guests are back to being happy, snacking on something crunchy while dinner cooks.

Try the recipe: Roasted Chickpeas

48. Cheesy Chicken Chili Dip (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

My family loves chili… and dip. So, it’s no surprise that they devour this Cheesy Chicken Chili Dip every single time I make it (which is a lot). My grandpa is especially a fan–and who doesn’t love making Grandpa happy?! This recipe of ours is sure to bring about smiling faces and happy tummies (and happy grandpas).

Try the recipe: Cheesy Chicken Chili Dip

49. Sesame Garlic Nori Chips (1 SmartPoint)

I’m sure this Weight Watchers appetizer recipe really caught your attention because it’s another one that’s just 1 SmartPoint! I’m sure some of you might also be wondering what nori is. Well, it’s the seaweed used to make sushi! So, if you’re a sushi lover, you’re a nori lover. If you’re a nori lover, then you’re sure to love this recipe!

Try the recipe: Sesame Garlic Nori Chips

50. Sunflower Lentil Dip (3 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Aside from the name of this recipe sounding fun and, well, flowery, it’s also super crowd-pleasing–even for those who are gluten-free. Typically, I serve it with a spread of veggies and whole-grain crackers.

Try the recipe: Sunflower Lentil Dip

51. Healthy Fried Green Tomatoes (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

Our Healthy Fried Green Tomatoes are the perfect party appetizer.

Fried green tomatoes are a classic American southern appetizer and while delicious, they usually come with quite the calorie count. Our fried green tomatoes swap in more nutritious ingredients and trade frying for baking to make them both tasty and healthy!

Try the recipe: Healthy Fried Green Tomatoes

52. Easy Refried Beans (5 Freestyle SmartPoints)

I couldn’t end this post with any other recipe because this one is my favorite of all the Weight Watchers appetizers. It’s gluten-free, requires only 4 ingredients, is super easy to make, AND I get to let out any frustration by smashing beans! Oh, and then I get to de-stress even more by eating those smashed beans in this dip without feeling guilty at all!

Honestly, it’s sometimes hard for me to not finish the whole thing myself. Whether I really do make it just for myself to eat as a pre-dinner snack, or I actually bring it to a party as an appetizer, I pair it with whole grain tortilla chips! So yummy!

Try the recipe: Easy Refried Beans

I hope more than anything that you become that person who brings Weight Watchers appetizers to parties and, therefore, gives everyone the opportunity to eat a little healthier–even while at a fun social event. After all, there are 52 Weight Watchers appetizers to choose from on this list, and boy, are they the best! We would love to know if you try any of these recipes, so feel free to comment below.

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