Girl dinner: Easy and Instagram-worthy snack plate ideas

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Have you tried “Girl Dinner?” It’s all over TikTok, where creators are sharing beautiful plates fit for solo dining. To get in on the fun, create a hearty snack plate with your favorite foods like fruits, veggies, dips, olives, pickles, crackers, breads and finger foods. These delicious recipes are perfect for putting together your own Girl Dinners.

Fig and goat cheese crostini on a white tray.
Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini. Photo credit: Feast + West.

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.
Get the Recipe: Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini

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.
Get the Recipe: Caprese Salad Skewers

a closeup of blue cheese inside of green olives smothered in olive oil and surrounded by fresh rosemary on a blue plate.
Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives. Photo credit: Feast + West.

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’.
Get the Recipe: Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives

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.
Get the Recipe: Shishito Peppers

Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates with green flags.
Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates. Photo Credit: Feast And West.

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.
Get the Recipe: Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates

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.
Get the Recipe: Marinated Cheese

A black platter with cheese straws on top of a green napkin.
Cheese Straws. Photo credit: Feast + West.

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.
Get the Recipe: Cheese Straws

Pizza Popcorn

Treat yourself to the ultimate solo movie night experience with some mouthwatering Pizza Popcorn. This Pizza Popcorn combines the buttery goodness of popcorn with savory herbs and cheese for a delightful snack that satisfies all your cravings. Enjoy alongside your favorite foods for the ultimate girl dinner.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Popcorn

Baked peaches in a green baking dish next to a speckled plate with a baked peach on it.
Baked Peaches. Photo credit: Feast + West.

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.
Get the Recipe: Baked Peaches

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.
Get the Recipe: Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

A salad of mixed greens, basil, halved cherry tomatoes, and burrata on a white plate.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

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.
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

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!
Get the Recipe: Cheese Toasties

Air fried tortilla chips stacked on a plate around a bowl of dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Tortilla Chips. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

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.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Tortilla Chips

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.
Get the Recipe: Tuscan White Bean Dip

Hand scooping taco dip with a chip.
Taco Dip with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

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.
Get the Recipe: Taco Dip with Cream Cheese

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.
Get the Recipe: Savory Palmiers

A plate of bacon wrapped mini peppers.
Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

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.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers

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