Holiday Seafood Appetizers to Serve this Season

Happy Sunday and Happy Holidays, seafood lovers!

If you’re throwing a party this holiday season, we have just the appetizers to wow your guests. These five recipes will complement any holiday gathering. Bonus: Many of these can be whipped up in advance. And, that means less time spent cooking and more time spent mixing, mingling and enjoying the festivities.

Get ready for an entertaining WIN with an appetizer spread that’s packed with unbelievably cravable flavors — delicate crab in flaky cups, briny oysters, crunchy calamari and chilled shrimp with a hint of lemon.

The food you eat this time of year should be just as special as the friends and family you share it with. Luckily, these holiday seafood appetizers will knock everyone’s socks off! They’re downright addictive and will ‘wow’ your guests from now through New Year’s celebrations.

Another check in the seasonal ‘win’ box? Eating seafood two times a week can boost heart and brain health, and may even help you live longer. Plus, seafood is a great source of protein and omega-3s DHA and EPA. When it comes to the nutritional benefits of these holiday seafood appetizers, we say ‘the more the merrier!’

Now it’s time to party on, seafoodies!

Crab Salad Stuffed Wonton Cups

These tasty little crab cups are low in calories but rich in flavor.

Source: Dish on Fish. Get the recipe here.

Oysters Rockefeller

Always a crowd-pleaser, this classic recipe coats succulent oysters with a cheesy and creamy ham and spinach topping.

Source: Billy Parisi. Get the recipe here.

Extra Crunchy Calamari

Tender squid, fried-up crispy and served with marinara is an ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Source: Food and Wine. Get the recipe here.

Classic Shrimp Cocktail

Set out a tray of this chilled shrimp classic, prepared simply with lemon and salt, and it will be empty in a matter of minutes.

Source: Savory Experiments. Get the recipe here.

Seafood Bruschetta

When it comes to apps, you can never go wrong with bruschetta – especially when it’s topped with shrimp, crab and lots of fresh herbs.

Source: Better Homes & Gardens. Get the recipe here.