32 Easy Gluten-Free Appetizers & Snacks

Looking for gluten-free appetizers & snacks that are actually easy to make? Here are 32 of my favorites, from quick weeknight options to make-ahead ideas, all built on simple, wholesome ingredients.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient for wheat, barley, rye and hidden sources of gluten such as regular soy sauce, beer and breadcrumbs. If you have celiac disease or a serious intolerance, always use certified gluten-free oats, broth, spices and packaged products.

At a Glance

  • 32 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 35 minutes
  • 9 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Parmesan Crisps in 12 minutes
  • Calories: about 22 to 320 per serving

Gluten-Free Appetizers & Snacks

1
Golden, lacy Parmesan cheese crisps cooling on a wire rack.
Parmesan Crisps
Ready in 12 minutes · 22 calories per serving.
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2
Vibrant green matcha pistachio energy balls coated in fine matcha powder on a white plate.
Matcha Pistachio Energy Balls
Ready in 15 minutes · 118 calories per serving.
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3
A plate of round mint chocolate energy balls with mini chocolate chips
Mint Chocolate Energy Balls
Ready in 15 minutes · 95 calories per serving.
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4
Close-up of vibrant Caprese skewers with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Caprese Skewers
Ready in 15 minutes · 80 calories per serving.
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5
A platter of colorful Antipasto Skewers featuring cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, olives, salami, and basil.
Antipasto Skewers
Ready in 15 minutes · 180 calories per serving.
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6
Easy Candied Pecans in a white bowl, golden and caramelized with sugar coating
Easy Candied Pecans
Ready in 15 minutes · 220 calories per serving.
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7
Chilled cucumber rounds topped with creamy avocado and smoked salmon on a platter
Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Cucumber Bites
Ready in 20 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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8
A plate of golden Mango Date Energy Balls coated in white shredded coconut
Mango Date Energy Balls
Ready in 20 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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9
A colorful bowl of fresh Cowboy Caviar with tortilla chips on the side, ready to be served at a summer gathering.
Cowboy Caviar
Ready in 20 minutes · 250 calories per serving.
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10
A plate of fresh shrimp cocktail lettuce wraps garnished with parsley and lemon wedges
Shrimp Cocktail Lettuce Wraps
Ready in 25 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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11
A close-up shot of crispy, golden-brown kale chips coated in cheddar seasoning on a baking sheet.
Baked Cheddar Kale Chips
Ready in 25 minutes · 85 calories per serving.
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12
A close-up of vibrant Mango Halibut Ceviche served in a bowl with tortilla chips and fresh cilantro garnish.
Mango Halibut Ceviche
Ready in 25 minutes · 280 calories per serving.
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13
Golden brown crispy zucchini fries piled on a plate with dipping sauce
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries (Low Carb Keto)
Ready in 27 minutes · 168 calories per serving.
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14
A platter of green-filled avocado deviled eggs garnished with smoked paprika and fresh cilantro.
Avocado Deviled Eggs
Ready in 27 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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15
A bowl of golden, crispy baked plantain chips on a wooden surface
Baked Plantain Chips
Ready in 30 minutes · 150 calories per serving.
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16
A close-up of perfectly golden and crispy homemade kale chips seasoned with sea salt, ready to be enjoyed as a healthy snack.
How to Make Kale Chips
Ready in 35 minutes · 80 calories per serving.
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17
Crispy golden Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Lemon Pepper seasoning on a white plate garnished with fresh lemon slices
Air Fryer Chicken Wings (Lemon Pepper)
Ready in 35 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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18
Golden baked crab stuffed mushrooms arranged on a white platter with fresh herbs garnish
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Ready in 35 minutes · 45 calories per serving.
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19
Golden roasted eggplant slices topped with melted mozzarella, marinara sauce, and mini pepperoni on a baking sheet.
Low-Carb Eggplant Pizza Bites
Ready in 40 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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20
A tray of golden brown roasted chickpeas seasoned with smoked paprika and sea salt
Roasted Chickpeas
Ready in 40 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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21
Close-up of golden-brown Bacon and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers on a baking sheet, garnished with fresh chives.
Bacon and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers
Ready in 40 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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22
Golden stuffed mushrooms with cheese and herb filling on a white serving platter
Stuffed Mushrooms
Ready in 40 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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23
A wooden plate filled with round pumpkin energy balls studded with mini dark chocolate chips.
Pumpkin Energy Balls
Ready in 45 minutes · 110 calories per serving.
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24
A platter of golden-brown baked Jalapeño Poppers, some wrapped in crispy bacon, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Irresistible Baked Jalapeño Poppers
Ready in 45 minutes · 85 calories per serving.
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25
A beautiful platter of Classic Shrimp Cocktail with plump, pink shrimp arranged around a bowl of vibrant red cocktail sauce.
Shrimp Cocktail
Ready in 50 minutes · 250 calories per serving.
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26
A vibrant bowl of fresh ceviche with white fish, red onion, cilantro, and lime wedges, ready to be served.
Ceviche
Ready in 50 minutes · 250 calories per serving.
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27
A close up of golden brown multi-seed crackers broken into shards on a piece of parchment paper.
Ultimate Multi-Seed Crackers
Ready in 80 minutes · 85 calories per serving.
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28
Smoked salmon pinwheels with green spinach and white goat cheese on a platter
Herbed Chevre, Spinach and Smoked Salmon Pinwheels (Gluten-Free)
Ready in 80 minutes · 210 calories per serving.
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29
A bowl of creamy white cannellini beans tossed in a clear herb and olive oil dressing with red onions.
Marinated White Beans
Ready in 135 minutes · 225 calories per serving.
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30
Thinly sliced golden brown apple chips sprinkled with cinnamon on a baking sheet.
Cinnamon Apple Chips
Ready in 165 minutes · 95 calories per serving.
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31
Golden candied ginger pieces coated in sugar crystals on a white plate, homemade crystallized ginger recipe
Candied Ginger (Crystallized Ginger)
Ready in 555 minutes · 35 calories per serving.
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32
A platter of vibrant pink beet-stained deviled eggs topped with fresh chives.
Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs
Ready in 752 minutes · 115 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really gluten-free?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Brands vary, so always read the labels on packaged ingredients.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Parmesan Crisps is the fastest, ready in about 12 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 22 to 320 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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