Labor Day Appetizers
Whether or not the weather cooperates, food is always necessary. And while people are catching up and conversing, appetizers are the best option to eat while visiting. Here are a bunch of mouth-watering ideas!
-Watermelon Fire & Ice Salsa
Ingredients
3 cups chopped watermelon
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
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Directions Prep 15 m
In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, green bell pepper, lime juice, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno and garlic salt. Mix well and serve.
-Grilled Bacon-Jalapeno Wraps
Ingredients
6 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
12 slices bacon
Directions
Prep 10 m Cook 10 m
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
Spread cream cheese to fill jalapeno halves. Wrap with bacon. Secure with a toothpick.
Place on the grill, and cook until bacon is crispy.
Tip Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make clean-up easier.
-Quick Baked Zucchini Chips
Ingredients
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 egg whites
Directions
Prep 5 m Cook 10 m
Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
In one small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Place the egg whites in a separate bowl. Dip zucchini slices into the egg whites, then coat the breadcrumb mixture. Place on a greased baking sheet.
Bake for 5 minutes in the preheated oven, then turn over and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until browned and crispy.
Thanks to our friends at All Recipes for the help!