Best 5 Cranberry Endive Appetizers Recipes

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Cranberry endive appetizers are a vibrant and flavorful addition to any party or gathering. This classic dish combines the tartness of cranberries with the crisp texture of endive leaves, creating a delightful combination of flavors. Whether you are looking for a simple and elegant dish or a more elaborate appetizer, there is a cranberry endive recipe to suit your needs. From creamy blue cheese dressing to tangy vinaigrettes, the possibilities are endless. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a stunning appetizer that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY ENDIVE, CRANBERRY, WALNUT APPETIZERS



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An excellent, quick appetizer and always a hit! Cranberry or walnut balsamic vinegar is wonderful with this!

Provided by Lisa McDowell Hackett

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 heads endive - washed, dried, and separated into individual leaves
⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
⅓ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
⅓ cup glazed walnuts
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange endive leaves on a serving tray.
  • Stir blue cheese, cranberries, and walnuts together in a bowl. Place a small amount of the blue cheese mixture on each leaf. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 130.7 mg, Sugar 4 g

CRANBERRY ENDIVE APPETIZERS



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You can pack a lot of flavor into an elegant appetizer just by using the right combination of ingredients. I created this blue cheese filling for a holiday gathering and everyone loved it. -Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons apple jelly
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
24 leaves Belgian endive
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and jelly until smooth. Stir in cheese and cranberries. Spoon heaping teaspoonfuls onto each endive leaf. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BELGIAN ENDIVE AND APPLE SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Nut     Vegetable     Appetizer     No-Cook     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     New Year's Day     Cranberry     Apple     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Endive     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons frozen cranberry juice concentrate, thawed
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 heads Belgian endive, thinly sliced crosswise
2 Red Delicious or Fuji apples, unpeeled, cored, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cranberries
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, cranberry juice concentrate and vinegar in small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine endive and apples in medium bowl. Pour dressing over; toss to coat. Sprinkle cranberries, green onions and walnuts over and serve.

ENDIVE WITH CRANBERRY ORANGE CHICKEN SALAD



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Endive leaves layered with chicken mixture and topped with cranberry-orange relish gives you delicious appetizers. Perfect for a party.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped cooked chicken
2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 heads green or red Belgian endive (16 leaves)
1/3 cup frozen (thawed) cranberry-orange relish or sauce
16 cashews

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, onions, orange peel, salt, ginger and mayonnaise until well blended. (If making ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.)
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon chicken mixture onto each endive leaf. Top each with 1 teaspoon relish and 1 cashew. Garnish with additional orange peel if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 80 mg

CRANBERRY-CHICKEN BOATS WITH ENDIVE



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Get ready for the Christmas party with our Cranberry-Chicken Boats with Endive! This chicken boats appetizer is ready to serve in just 15 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tsp. orange zest
15 Belgian endive leaves
1/3 cup whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Reserve 2 Tbsp. onions for later use. Combine remaining onions with chicken, dressing, ginger and orange zest.
  • Spoon about 1 Tbsp. chicken mixture onto each lettuce leaf; top with cranberry sauce.
  • Sprinkle with reserved onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 140 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp endive leaves. Look for leaves that are deep green and have no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • Use a variety of fillings. The possibilities are endless, so get creative and experiment with different flavors. Some popular fillings include goat cheese, blue cheese, walnuts, cranberries, and apples.
  • Keep the appetizers small and bite-sized. This will make them easy to eat and will also help to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Serve the appetizers immediately. Endive leaves can wilt quickly, so it's best to serve them as soon as they are made.

Conclusion:

Cranberry endive appetizers are a delicious and easy-to-make party snack. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to holiday parties. With their creamy filling, crunchy endive leaves, and sweet cranberries, these appetizers are sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give cranberry endive appetizers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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