Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Quick & Easy 25 Savory Bite-Sized Recipes You’ll Want to Make Forever By Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Wimberly is EatingWell's Editorial Fellow. As a food and mental health blogger, Camryn explores how food and cooking can help improve mental health and also be an avenue to connect with one's culture and heritage. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on June 25, 2024 Close Photo: Ali Redmond Don’t be fooled by their size! These delectable bite-sized recipes pack a savory punch. Popular among EatingWell fans, they consistently earn at least four-star reviews. Options like Garlic-Butter Steak Bites and Balsamic Butter Tofu Bites are great for dinner or an easy appetizer when company calls. Pop one in your mouth and you'll be hooked—give them a try! 01 of 25 Garlic-Butter Steak Bites Jacob Fox These protein-boosting garlic-butter steak bites are great to pull together for a party or gathering. Serve these tasty bites skewered with toothpicks alongside skewered veggies. View Recipe 02 of 25 Loaded Cauliflower Bites Crispy slices of roasted cauliflower topped with cheese, sour cream and bacon make a tasty low-carb alternative to classic loaded potato skins. View Recipe 03 of 25 Ranch Roasted Chicken Bites EatingWell Calling all ranch lovers—these chicken bites are for you! We reinforce the flavors of ranch dressing by coating the chicken in dried herbs like dill, parsley and tarragon. View Recipe 04 of 25 Balsamic Butter Tofu Bites Ali Redmond In these balsamic butter tofu bites, tofu gets smothered in a tangy sauce made with balsamic vinegar and butter for a tantalizing twist. The sauce thickens as it cooks, turning into a syrupy glaze. View Recipe 05 of 25 Crispy Parmesan Chicken Bites Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Crispy, cheesy and oh-so-delicious—what else could you ask for in this easy chicken appetizer? Serve these chicken bites with a dipping sauce like marinara or chipotle aioli, or switch it up and use them as a salad topper. View Recipe 06 of 25 Everything Bagel Salmon Bites Matthew Francis In this easy 4-ingredient recipe, we combine bite-size pieces of salmon with everything bagel seasoning and top each one with a dollop of whipped cream cheese. View Recipe 07 of 25 Jalapeño Popper Mac & Cheese Bites A crispy breadcrumb topping provides a wonderful contrast to the creamy mac & cheese, while the optional fresh parsley and pickled jalapeño garnishes add a nice color contrast and bright flavor. View Recipe 08 of 25 Garlic-Butter Chicken Bites Jacob Fox These garlic-butter chicken bites are coated in a tangy, buttery sauce with plenty of garlic. Enjoy these tasty bites with a toothpick as an appetizer, or serve as a main dish over pasta, rice or mashed potatoes. View Recipe 09 of 25 Sriracha-Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Diana Chistruga This recipe for spicy Buffalo cauliflower bites is a great vegetarian alternative to Buffalo wings. Roasted cauliflower stands in for chicken and provides more fiber and fewer calories. View Recipe 10 of 25 Crunchy Cauliflower Bites with Curry-Lime Aioli Reminiscent of chicken nuggets, this cauliflower is a great way to get in some extra veggies. This easy dish also works with broccoli and can be served as an appetizer, side or vegetarian main course. You can also swap in a dairy-free mayonnaise to make them vegan. View Recipe 11 of 25 Baked Broccoli-Cheddar Quinoa Bites Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Jennifer Wendorf / Kay Clarke These savory muffin-like quinoa bites are low in carbs and a good source of protein—plus we love their cheesy flavor. View Recipe 12 of 25 Cucumber Bites This quick, gluten-free snack recipe tops cucumbers with hummus, cheese and a hit of hot sauce. View Recipe 13 of 25 Zucchini Pizza Bites Think of these zucchini pizza bites as a fun gluten-free alternative to bagel bites. Be sure not to overcook the zucchini or the bites may become soggy. We like the classic pepperoni topping, but feel free to experiment with your own favorites. View Recipe 14 of 25 Savory Date & Pistachio Bites A touch of sweetness from the dates and raisins paired with crunch and nuttiness from the pistachios make these bites perfect for an on-the-go snack or as an accompaniment on a cheese board. View Recipe 15 of 25 Garlic-Butter Cauliflower Bites Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle These garlic-butter cauliflower bites are inspired by the crowd-pleasing flavors of classic garlic knots. Here we ditch the bread in favor of cauliflower and use a combo of butter and extra-virgin olive oil for roasting that helps keep saturated fat in check. The combination of garlic and Parmesan cheese delivers on the classic savory flavor. View Recipe 16 of 25 Balsamic-Butter Salmon Bites Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless These tender and buttery salmon bites are coated with a sweet balsamic glaze that clings nicely to the salmon after a few minutes under the broiler. View Recipe 17 of 25 Roasted Red Pepper & Spinach Egg Bites Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster These egg bites are filled with veggies surrounded by a light and creamy egg custard. Once you get the hang of making these, try switching up the veggies and cheese. You can also add grated garlic, chopped fresh herbs or even a few dashes of hot sauce to give them a little kick. View Recipe 18 of 25 Lemon-Garlic Salmon Bites Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl These marinated salmon bites make a quick crowd-pleasing appetizer. Pink peppercorns offer a bit of spice and a slightly floral flavor, but freshly ground black peppercorns work well too. View Recipe 19 of 25 Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Egg Bites Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco These sun-dried tomato and feta egg bites are the ideal grab-and-go breakfast, with each bite filled with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and briny feta cheese encased in a creamy egg custard. View Recipe 20 of 25 Cucumber Salmon Bites Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco These 3-ingredient cucumber salmon bites are a surefire hit that can easily be enhanced with chopped fresh herbs like dill or chives. View Recipe 21 of 25 Crispy Hot Honey Salmon Bites Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco These sweet-and-spicy salmon bites are seasoned with a hot honey–lemon glaze that clings nicely to the broiled salmon. View Recipe 22 of 25 Roasted Miso-Garlic Cauliflower Bites Matthew Francis Tender cauliflower florets are coated in a flavorful blend of mild white miso and garlic, complemented by the sweetness and subtle heat of sweet chili sauce, in this irresistible side dish. View Recipe 23 of 25 Reuben Pickle Bites This pickle-on-a-stick appetizer has all the flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich in one small bite. Watch this crowd-pleasing no-cook appetizer disappear in a snap at a party, game-watch or tailgate. View Recipe 24 of 25 Zucchini Bites with Pesto & Burrata Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Broiled zucchini slices are the perfect vessel for delivering small bites of creamy burrata cheese for a quick and easy appetizer or side. We love the creamy center of burrata cheese, but feel free to swap it out for pieces of fresh mozzarella or mozzarella pearls. View Recipe 25 of 25 Crispy Salmon Bites with Sun-Dried Tomato Dipping Sauce Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist Tucker Vines These salmon bites are paired with a creamy sun-dried tomato dipping sauce that adds a tangy-sweet flavor that complements the richness of the fish. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit