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The southern Italian provinces of Lazio, Molise, Puglia, Basilicata, Campania, Abruzzo, and Calabria all share the tradition of serving taralli—crunchy, cracker-like breads—with appetizers. In the old days, drying out these crackers was a way of preserving them. Today, they are a matter of taste and tradition. In Calabria, these crackers are prepared for the feast of St. Anthony. Traditional shapes for these crackers include rings, ropes, braids, sticks, and horseshoes. Wrapped in clear cellophane bags with a pretty tie, taralli make elegant gifts.

This is a perfect snack for kids AND adults! Pre-portioning veggies and dip together helps control portion size, and you can double dip in your own cup! Package these in sealable cups to go, or make a larger batch to serve as a healthy appetizer when entertaining. If you don't have all of the dried herbs and spices on hand, you could use 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing powder mix instead.

Spice up your green beans with this air fried dish that can serve as a low-carb appetizer, snack, or side dish. Crispy panko and spicy chili paste add flavor and crunch. Cooking in the air fryer gives you the satisfying crunch of fried food, without all the added fat of deep frying. Click here for more air fryer recipes!

These vegetarian and low carb buffalo tempeh "wings" are a bold, plant-based alternative to the classic appetizer, with all the heat and tang of traditional wings—minus the saturated fat. Steaming and baking the tempeh creates a crispy texture, while the sugar-free sauce keeps added sugars in check. It’s a fun, high-protein option that fits well into a diabetes-conscious eating plan.

This makes a great party appetizer. You can serve the dip in a bowl on a large platter and surround it with the skewers. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

These beautiful yet simple tarts can be served as an appetizer, snack, or light dessert. If you can't find figs, other fruit like apple, pear, or berries would also work. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

This low-carb appetizer is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Stuffed mushroom recipes are typically loaded with calories, but the turkey sausage and reduced-fat cheese in this recipe help save calories while still providing bold flavor. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

Looking for an easy meal that's a prep-it and forget-about-it special? This amazing taco recipe from Kelley Coffeen, author of the cookbook Tex-Mex Diabetic Cooking, lets your slow-cooker do all the work! (Though if you're home all day, be prepared for the appetizing smell of slow-cooked pork to fill your house—hunger may be a side-effect.) Finished off in a simmering BBQ and chipotle blend, the final shredded pork is a juicy filling for a healthier version of southwestern tacos.