Cowboy Caviar by Lynn Yamamoto

This is fresh, healthy and delicious. People love it, even kids. You can make it ahead, so it's great for a summer party. Serve it with scoop-shaped tortilla chips, or have it on the side as a relish. I add extra cilantro, because there can never be too much cilantro!

Vegetarian Pate or Faux Foie Gras by Joanne

In our health conscious world, who really wants to indulge in such a fatty delicacy. In the world of Vegans and Vegetarians, we shiver at the mention of this dish. The following recipe will make the Foie Gras lover AND the Vegetarian appreciate the smooth, delicate, winy flavor of this appetizer.

Easy Tex-Mex Refried Bean Dip by myra byanka

Inexpensive, easy prep recipe that guests will love. I sometimes use this recipe to make quesadillas, too.

Bison and Bean Chili by James Buel

Rich and hearty Native American dish that goes well with fresh fry bread.

Ellie's Black Bean & Chipotle Dip by Amos Miller

Thanks to Ellie Kreiger for this healthy and zippy dip - just the thing on a day when you're cooped up, watching movies or a sporting event. It comes together quickly and is ready to enjoy with your favorite chips. I like it as a side with Chicken Enchiladas Suizas.

Black Bean Chipotle Dip by Culinary Envy

Black Bean Chipotle Dip is a flavor explosion in your mouth! Tangy, savory, smoky and a tiny bit sweet, this HOT dip disappears quickly!

Crispy Cool Bean Dip by Phyllis Munro

This is a light, crispy appetizer. you actually feel like you are eating something healthy! Everyone seemed to really enjoy it.

Healthy Chickpea Recipes - Gluten Free Goldfish Crackers by Aaron

Here's a childhood favorite that's actually healthy. Using the powerhouse vegetable chickpea. Yes, it's used for other recipes than just Hummus. Mom was right - eat your vegetables. So here's your chance! My recipe is free of the top eight common allergens.

Split Pea Soup by honey

Reese's Peanut Butter bites by Terri Jordan

These are the best! In fact....I am going to whip up a batch for the kids and send them for Valentines Day!

Cowboy Caviar by Mark H.

When you are looking for a quick make appetizer that will be loved by all, this is the recipe for you!

Fabulously Healthy, Edamame, Spinach and Garlic Hummus For Summer Entertaining by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

We’re loving this skinny dip. It’s loaded with such good-for-you ingredients. Most hummus is made mostly of garbanzo beans, tahini, garlic and olive oil, but this one’s unconventional. Our green colored hummus has garbanzo beans, garlic and hummus,…

Artichoke & Red Bean Dip with Bread Crisps by Catherine Pappas

Fresh Fruit with Honey Vanilla Yogurt by Annette Vlahos

Here's a simple way to make fresh fruit a treat for breakfast. It's so easy to stir together and it lasts for a week in the refrigerator. Recipe was adapted from Barefoot Contessa Cookbood

Bean-Tomato Salsa by RecipeKing

Bean-Tomato Salsa-is an easy, delicious TexMex recipe which could also be used as a condiment. Perfect for game crowds and holidays. Ingredients include: Black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell peppers and onion. It is well seasoned and served with baked tortilla chips. It is also a healthy, low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low…