Anonymous
12/28/2025 15:12
Subject: Re:No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Grilled chicken skewers are a good idea - chimichurri could be a nice non-sweet dipping sauce or marinade. If they can eat scallops, sautéed bay scallops (Old Bay and lemon) could also work.
Anonymous
12/27/2025 18:22
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Why can't they eat veggies and hummus and the meatballs?
They likely won't eat meatballs for health reasons (too much sugar and fat). They can eat veggies and dips, it's just that they're so thoughtful of getting everyone's food preferences right when they host that I want to do something special. Shrimp cocktail was always our big thing that they loved to eat when we host NYE (like they love it so much it's become a family joke) so I want to have a relatively nice alternative.
I make a lot of different meatballs, and literally none of the recipes are high in sugar. Some are what we make when diabetic friends come for dinner. And many are low-fat. If you want healthy meatball recipes, they exist.
That grape jelly meatball recipe that is popular has sugar.
What about either stuffed mushroom caps or deviled eggs? Little summer rolls with chicken veggies and peanut sauce to dip? Ceviche? Melon with smoked salmon or prosciutto? Soy curl satay? Lettuce wraps with ground chicken and vegetables?
Gross. No one likes those anyhow.
They are gobbled up everywhere.
Snob.
They are a WT staple. Right next to the pigs in a blanket.
You don’t know what you’re missing, cringey snob!
Anonymous
12/27/2025 09:54
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
It’s a holiday. Yes avoid shrimp due to allergies. But trying to avoid dairy, carbs, etc. because of preference for someone’s weight loss/maintenance- no. They can eat like a normal person per an evening. One stuffed mushroom cap (or whatever) is not going to detail their diet. There’s always the veggie tray and hummus
Anonymous
12/26/2025 23:51
Subject: Re:No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
If it's a broader shellfish allergy, what about salmon cakes? You could make them smaller so they are appetizer sized, and bake instead of pan fry.
I think for NYE a smoked salmon platter would also be nice.
I think for NYE a smoked salmon platter would also be nice.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 21:28
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Why can't they eat veggies and hummus and the meatballs?
They likely won't eat meatballs for health reasons (too much sugar and fat). They can eat veggies and dips, it's just that they're so thoughtful of getting everyone's food preferences right when they host that I want to do something special. Shrimp cocktail was always our big thing that they loved to eat when we host NYE (like they love it so much it's become a family joke) so I want to have a relatively nice alternative.
I make a lot of different meatballs, and literally none of the recipes are high in sugar. Some are what we make when diabetic friends come for dinner. And many are low-fat. If you want healthy meatball recipes, they exist.
That grape jelly meatball recipe that is popular has sugar.
What about either stuffed mushroom caps or deviled eggs? Little summer rolls with chicken veggies and peanut sauce to dip? Ceviche? Melon with smoked salmon or prosciutto? Soy curl satay? Lettuce wraps with ground chicken and vegetables?
Gross. No one likes those anyhow.
They are gobbled up everywhere.
Snob.
They are a WT staple. Right next to the pigs in a blanket.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 20:28
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Chicken skewers?
Op here. That's a good idea. I'm vegetarian so have never made these but I can look up recipes. Do you have a good one? Are these served warm? Can I make ahead and reheat?
Do not reheat. Reheated chicken is horrible. They take little time to cook.
I have to agree with this, I went to a party where they reheated chicken skewers, and it ended up dry like jerky!
NP. Don't reheat them, but they don't need to be piping hot. If they're not overcooked, they are fine at room temperature. Cook just before the party, and set them out - they'll be great. Use chicken thighs, not breast.
You can prep them the night before and leave then in the fridge, so literally the only thing you need to do before the party is pull a tray out of the fridge and stick it in the oven.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 19:41
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I’ve posted these before.
Chicken Rolled in Curry and Peanuts
Adapted from the Silver Palate Good Times cookbook:
8 boneless chicken breasts, poached, cooled and cut unto 1-inch cubes
4 cups dry roasted peanuts, chopped
Blend Sauce in food processor:
3 tablespoons mango chutney
1 and ½ cups of Mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon sherry or white vinegar
2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
Assembly:
Dip a chicken piece in the sauce, then roll in chopped peanuts. Put on tray, and chill half hour before serving. Serve with toothpicks.
A person who is picky about how healthy food is will not eat this. At a minimum keep some aside without the peanuts.
Sub Greek yogurt for the mayo.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 19:40
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:I’ve posted these before.
Chicken Rolled in Curry and Peanuts
Adapted from the Silver Palate Good Times cookbook:
8 boneless chicken breasts, poached, cooled and cut unto 1-inch cubes
4 cups dry roasted peanuts, chopped
Blend Sauce in food processor:
3 tablespoons mango chutney
1 and ½ cups of Mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon sherry or white vinegar
2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
Assembly:
Dip a chicken piece in the sauce, then roll in chopped peanuts. Put on tray, and chill half hour before serving. Serve with toothpicks.
A person who is picky about how healthy food is will not eat this. At a minimum keep some aside without the peanuts.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 19:37
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Why can't they eat veggies and hummus and the meatballs?
They likely won't eat meatballs for health reasons (too much sugar and fat). They can eat veggies and dips, it's just that they're so thoughtful of getting everyone's food preferences right when they host that I want to do something special. Shrimp cocktail was always our big thing that they loved to eat when we host NYE (like they love it so much it's become a family joke) so I want to have a relatively nice alternative.
I make a lot of different meatballs, and literally none of the recipes are high in sugar. Some are what we make when diabetic friends come for dinner. And many are low-fat. If you want healthy meatball recipes, they exist.
That grape jelly meatball recipe that is popular has sugar.
What about either stuffed mushroom caps or deviled eggs? Little summer rolls with chicken veggies and peanut sauce to dip? Ceviche? Melon with smoked salmon or prosciutto? Soy curl satay? Lettuce wraps with ground chicken and vegetables?
Gross. No one likes those anyhow.
They are gobbled up everywhere.
Snob.
Hence the obesity problem.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 19:37
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Chicken skewers?
Op here. That's a good idea. I'm vegetarian so have never made these but I can look up recipes. Do you have a good one? Are these served warm? Can I make ahead and reheat?
Do not reheat. Reheated chicken is horrible. They take little time to cook.
I have to agree with this, I went to a party where they reheated chicken skewers, and it ended up dry like jerky!
Anonymous
12/26/2025 19:07
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Why can't they eat veggies and hummus and the meatballs?
They likely won't eat meatballs for health reasons (too much sugar and fat). They can eat veggies and dips, it's just that they're so thoughtful of getting everyone's food preferences right when they host that I want to do something special. Shrimp cocktail was always our big thing that they loved to eat when we host NYE (like they love it so much it's become a family joke) so I want to have a relatively nice alternative.
I make a lot of different meatballs, and literally none of the recipes are high in sugar. Some are what we make when diabetic friends come for dinner. And many are low-fat. If you want healthy meatball recipes, they exist.
That grape jelly meatball recipe that is popular has sugar.
What about either stuffed mushroom caps or deviled eggs? Little summer rolls with chicken veggies and peanut sauce to dip? Ceviche? Melon with smoked salmon or prosciutto? Soy curl satay? Lettuce wraps with ground chicken and vegetables?
Gross. No one likes those anyhow.
They are gobbled up everywhere.
Snob.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 18:48
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:I’ve posted these before.
Chicken Rolled in Curry and Peanuts
Adapted from the Silver Palate Good Times cookbook:
8 boneless chicken breasts, poached, cooled and cut unto 1-inch cubes
4 cups dry roasted peanuts, chopped
Blend Sauce in food processor:
3 tablespoons mango chutney
1 and ½ cups of Mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon sherry or white vinegar
2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
Assembly:
Dip a chicken piece in the sauce, then roll in chopped peanuts. Put on tray, and chill half hour before serving. Serve with toothpicks.
This sounds yummy
Anonymous
12/26/2025 18:38
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Why can't they eat veggies and hummus and the meatballs?
They likely won't eat meatballs for health reasons (too much sugar and fat). They can eat veggies and dips, it's just that they're so thoughtful of getting everyone's food preferences right when they host that I want to do something special. Shrimp cocktail was always our big thing that they loved to eat when we host NYE (like they love it so much it's become a family joke) so I want to have a relatively nice alternative.
I make a lot of different meatballs, and literally none of the recipes are high in sugar. Some are what we make when diabetic friends come for dinner. And many are low-fat. If you want healthy meatball recipes, they exist.
That grape jelly meatball recipe that is popular has sugar.
What about either stuffed mushroom caps or deviled eggs? Little summer rolls with chicken veggies and peanut sauce to dip? Ceviche? Melon with smoked salmon or prosciutto? Soy curl satay? Lettuce wraps with ground chicken and vegetables?
Gross. No one likes those anyhow.
I do. 😁
Anonymous
12/26/2025 18:35
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Chicken skewers?
Op here. That's a good idea. I'm vegetarian so have never made these but I can look up recipes. Do you have a good one? Are these served warm? Can I make ahead and reheat?
Do not reheat. Reheated chicken is horrible. They take little time to cook.
Anonymous
12/26/2025 18:30
Subject: No shrimp. Other easy relatively healthy protein appetizers?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Why can't they eat veggies and hummus and the meatballs?
They likely won't eat meatballs for health reasons (too much sugar and fat). They can eat veggies and dips, it's just that they're so thoughtful of getting everyone's food preferences right when they host that I want to do something special. Shrimp cocktail was always our big thing that they loved to eat when we host NYE (like they love it so much it's become a family joke) so I want to have a relatively nice alternative.
I make a lot of different meatballs, and literally none of the recipes are high in sugar. Some are what we make when diabetic friends come for dinner. And many are low-fat. If you want healthy meatball recipes, they exist.
That grape jelly meatball recipe that is popular has sugar.
What about either stuffed mushroom caps or deviled eggs? Little summer rolls with chicken veggies and peanut sauce to dip? Ceviche? Melon with smoked salmon or prosciutto? Soy curl satay? Lettuce wraps with ground chicken and vegetables?
Gross. No one likes those anyhow.
Yeah, you’re wrong on that. But if this person is vegetarian or pescatarian they won’t want those.
Go to the local Greek or Middle Eastern place and get stuffed grape leaves.
If someone is dieting and wants low carb, then stuffed grape leaves, while delicious, are not the answer.