It’s all the rage on TikTok: “Girl Dinner” is the new trend when it comes to solo dining. Pull together an array of your favorite finger foods — fruits, veggies, dips, olives, pickles, crackers and breads — to create the ultimate snack plate that’s as filling as it is Instagram-worthy. These make-ahead recipes would be perfect for your Girl Dinners this week.
Caprese Salad Skewers
Elevate your solo dining experience with Caprese Salad Skewers, a delightful combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and balsamic vinegar. It’s perfect for adding to a light and refreshing meal just for yourself. These skewers will make you feel like you’re treating yourself to a special occasion.
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Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates
Sweet and salty flavors create a tantalizing experience for any girl dinner. Spoil yourself with these mouthwatering, plump dates that are stuffed with flavorful chorizo and wrapped in crispy bacon, then roasted for a delightful crunch.
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Shishito Peppers
Indulge in this restaurant-favorite appetizer at home, right on your girl dinner plate. Blistered Shishito Peppers are the perfect choice for snacky dinners. Simply blister them in a pan in just a few minutes, then dip them into your favorite sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
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Cheese Straws
Make a big batch of cheese straws to add to your girl dinner plates or to enjoy as a snack. These slightly spicy, cheesy crackers are a luxurious treat.
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Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives
If you’re a fan of both olives and blue cheese, then you’re in for a treat with these Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives! These easy-to-make treats add a burst of flavor to a girl dinner plate, but they also make a delightful garnish for martinis, just sayin’.
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Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini
Treat your girl dinner to some sophisticated and flavorful and build some Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini, which are filled with indulgent summer flavors. These mouthwatering toasts will make you feel pampered and satisfied.
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Marinated Cheese
This make-ahead dish features layers of delicious cheese marinated with aromatic herbs and pimento peppers. The overnight marination allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a tantalizing taste experience. Scoop up slices of marinated cheese onto crackers or bread to add to a sophisticated and tasty girl dinner.
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Pizza Popcorn
Treat yourself to the ultimate solo movie night experience with some mouthwatering
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Baked Peaches
Warm peaches baked in the oven are a lovely dessert, snack or breakfast. Top them with honey, balsamic glaze, goat cheese or herbs to creat a flavorful summer dish you’ll miss when peach season ends.
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Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Who doesn’t love burrata? This Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze adds some cheese and greens to your girl dinner. It’s a summer party in your mouth with a medley of spring mix, fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes and creamy, dreamy burrata cheese. Drizzle on some rich olive oil and a sweet, tangy balsamic reduction for even more flavor.
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Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon
This creamy Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs is a perfect dip to pair with toasted bread or crispy crackers, fresh fruit or salty olives. The best part of this cheese dip is that it is so quick to make.
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Cheese Toasties
Light, crispy, and full of big cheese flavor, these bite-sized snacks are more than just cheese on bread. These flavor-packed treats are just the thing!
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Savory Palmiers
Use pre-made or homemade puff pastry to make these savory palmiers. This recipe features zesty Italian herbs and parmesan cheese for a delicious snack or light dinner.
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Taco Dip with Cream Cheese
This Taco Dip with Cream Cheese is an easy meatless appetizer that doubles as a delicious addition to your girl dinner! It can be whipped together in only 15 minutes.
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Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
Air Fryer Tortilla Chips are perfect vessels for scooping dips off your girl dinner plate. Just cut your favorite tortillas into triangles, season and air fry. In minutes, you’ll have crispy, golden chips that are perfect for solo lunches or dinners. No fuss, just deliciousness.
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Tuscan White Bean Dip
Tuscan White Bean Dip brings protein and Italian flavors to your girl dinner. With white beans, juicy tomatoes, onion, garlic and a medley of fresh herbs, this easy-to-make dip can be eaten with a fork or spooned onto toasted bread for a snacky meal.
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Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers
These Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers are stuffed with cream cheese that’s been mixed together with Everything Bagel seasoning. If you like jalapeño poppers, you’ll love these! Prepped and baked in under 1 hour, this easy finger food features the perfect combination of flavor and texture.
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