38 Healthy Party Appetizers to Celebrate the Super Bowl

Forget the fryer; opt for baked mozzarella sticks for your next party. Add a little fresh tomato sauce to the side, and you've cooked up gooey goodness at a fraction of the calories.

With fewer than 155 calories per serving (including the creamy and spicy chipotle-pepper dip!) and lots of vitamin A, these crisp and satisfying wedges are perfect to bake up the next time you're jonesing for some french-fried goodness.

Creamy zucchini boats are the ideal low-carb and low-cal appetizer. This satisfying squash offering is just 25 calories per serving.

Whip up a batch of roasted tomato hummus — you'll love it so much that you'll be making it at every party you host.

Instead of frying, try baking your wontons to cut down on fat and calories. Loaded with Thai flavor and ingredients, these poppers are only 43 calories and 1.5 grams of fat.

Skip the crackers and enjoy this tapenade in adorable cucumber cups. Made with kalamata olives, capers, and red jalapeño peppers for a little kick, five of these spicy bites are 88 calories and offer 2.6 grams of fiber.

If you've never made your own salsa, it couldn't be easier — just dice up everything, stir it in a bowl, and allow the flavors to mix and mingle in the fridge. Serve it with corn chips and your guests will keep going back for more of those sweet, juicy, low-cal bites.

Give your party a kick with this baked coconut shrimp recipe. Typically served with a sweet and spicy Asian sauce, this version is paired with something a little creamier and with less sugar. The dip also uses protein-packed Greek yogurt.

You would never guess that these stuffed mushrooms are vegan! Not only is the creamy filling delicious, but it also works well as a vegan-friendly dip if mushrooms aren't your favorite.

Much like other healthy spinach dips, this recipe uses nonfat Greek yogurt, but the surprise is the addition of fresh, chopped watercress — high in vitamins A and C. Serve the dip with a batch of gluten-free flaxseed crackers, which are high in fiber and easy to make instead of buy.

What's a party without bruschetta? Make this recipe and impress guests with a healthy, satisfying crunch and creamy saltiness. Each serving runs about 100 calories.

For a healthy twist on a dip usually loaded with calories, try this low-calorie kale ricotta dip. At only 24 calories per 1/4-cup serving, it's practically guilt-free and tastes great with sliced veggies or baked pita chips.

If you love artichoke dip but don't love the calories and fat that come with the traditional recipe, try this lightened-up version. Serve with toasted pieces of gluten-free bread.

This recipe for baked crab rangoon cuts out the grease and the cream cheese but not the flavor.

Give hummus a spicy twist by whipping up a batch of chipotle chickpea dip.

Edamame, soy, and wasabi blend together in this Asian-inspired vegan spread. Full of essential nutrients like folate and calcium, this tangy soy-wasabi spread offers a quick punch of protein and only takes 10 minutes to prepare. Serve with low-calorie rice crackers for a complementary crunch!

Classic hummus has its place, but this squash hummus takes advantage of Fall and Winter's bountiful squash harvest. Since it's high in vitamin A from the squash and healthy fats from the tahini and olive oil, it's a healthy dip addition to any potluck party.

Cooked on the grill or in a pan, these skewered shrimp are marinated in a homemade sauce made with mango, jalapeños, and cumin. With a touch of tropical flavor, these apps are easy to make and full of protein.

Crazy for pizza? Here's a healthier option featuring the goodness of quinoa — just 48 calories per bite.

Packed with protein, edamame is traditionally steamed in the pods and lightly salted, but you can impress your guests with roasted edamame instead. One serving offers 3.5 grams of fiber and 8.9 grams of protein.

Rethink ranch dip by substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream and mayonnaise. Instead of the powdered spices and salt, quickly chop up some chives, parsley, and garlic for our Greek yogurt ranch dip. There is so much flavor packed in these fresh herbs that only a little salt is needed to satisfy your palate.

Don't worry about bready crostini, and enjoy simple and elegant prosciutto-wrapped figs drizzled with balsamic vinegar.