15 Healthy Cocktail Party Recipes

Throwing a party for the holidays or another celebration? This list of 15 healthy cocktail party recipes will help you pull it all off effortlessly.

My idea of cocktail party recipes has changed over the years. When I was in college, inevitably most "cocktail parties" involved beer, shots made with some sort of throat-searing alcohol, bags of Doritos and boxes of takeout pizza. Most of my male friends would roll their eyes when the girls tried to elevate the party standards by bringing plates of hors d'oeuvres - stuffed mushrooms, bacon-wrapped scallops and and at least one spinach artichoke dip were always present. But you know what? The guys were always the ones crowded around the appetizer table, wolfing down all of the hors d'oeuvres. Roll your eyes all you want, boys. You know you loved our appies!

These days, there's always a good reason for a cocktail party! Christmas, New Year's Eve, anniversary celebration, birthday bash, or just because it's a random Friday night in the middle of March. And I always walk away a happy host or guest if there's a lineup of healthy cocktail party recipes.

Below are some of my favorite hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, many with make-ahead options. You could argue that cocktails shouldn't be included in a list of healthy recipes, but these particular cocktails are made with natural sweeteners and fruit juices. In my mind, they get a pass into the healthy category.

Whether it's a cranberry kamikaze shot (something for the wilder party goers) or my favorite Mediterranean 7-Layer Dip, there's something here for everyone.

15 Healthy Cocktail Party Recipes:

Chili Lime Shrimp Recipe with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

Chili Lime Shrimp is a fantastic easy appetizer, but can also be served as part of a light dinner! Dip them into the savory cilantro yogurt sauce.

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Cranberry Prosecco Cocktail Recipe

Raise a glass to the holidays with this refreshing and delicious Cranberry Prosecco Cocktail! Nothing but natural sweeteners in the syrup.

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Mini Hummus & Roasted Pepper Phyllo Bites

These tasty and easy little phyllo bites are perfect for entertaining or healthy snacking.

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Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Appetizer Recipe with Caper Yogurt

From the kitchen of Cookin Canuck. www.cookincanuck.com

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Healthy Mediterranean 7-Layer Dip Recipe

Put a fresh spin a classic appetizer recipe with this Healthy Mediterranean 7-Layer Dip. Perfect for afternoon snacking or game day! 49 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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Cranberry Kamikaze Shots or Cocktail Recipe

Kick up your next cocktail or holiday party with these easy, festive cranberry kamikaze shots!

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Hoisin Mushroom Phyllo Shells Recipe

These Hoisin Mushroom Phyllo Cups will disappear from the appetizer table in minutes! So much flavor packed into one little bite.

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Baked Hummus & Feta Cauliflower Bites

Looking for something a little different for everyday snacking or Super Bowl entertaining? These baked cauliflower bites, with hummus and feta tucked inside should do the trick! 

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3-Ingredient Brie & Cranberry Phyllo Turnovers Recipe

Brie cheese and cranberry sauce are tucked into phyllo dough to make irresistibly flaky and cheesy appetizer turnovers. 58 calories

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Pink Grapefruit Margarita Recipe

There’s no fake stuff in this drink…all fresh juices!

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Mini Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Potatoes Recipe

This fun and light mini spinach and artichoke stuffed potatoes recipe is perfect for cocktail parties at any time of the year!

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Curry Spiced Nuts with Dried Cherries

These curry spiced nuts will take you 7 minutes from start to finish. The tart cherries add wonderful flavor and health benefits to this tasty snack!

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Skinny Pesto Pizza Crostini

These easy, make-ahead appetizers will be the hit of the party. Pizza crostini are topped with pesto and plenty of veggies.

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Fresh Orange Moscow Mule Recipe

Give your Moscow Mules a fresh taste of citrus! This refreshing cocktail is great served any time of the year.

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Roasted Grape & Ricotta Phyllo Cups

There is a wonderful balance of sweet and savory in these Roasted Grape and Ricotta Phyllo Cups. The perfect appetizer bites! 57 calories and 1 Weight Watchers SmartPoints

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This post was originally posted on December 9, 2016, and was updated on September 26, 2019.