20 inexpensive spring aperitif recipes

With the sunny days returning, aperitifs with friends are multiplying. Who said you need a big budget for a successful aperitif?

Seasonal products in the spotlight

Flowers aren't the only ones making a comeback in spring. Vegetables such as beans, peas, asparagus and even artichokes are returning to our plates. One thing is certain: consuming seasonal products will be your wallet's friend. Available as a starter, main course or even an aperitif, you will never run out of ideas with seasonal vegetables. In addition to being inexpensive, they will bring a touch of freshness to the mouth. Choose recipes for hummus, spreads, or even vegetable verrines of your choice. Result ? A seasonal, crunchy aperitif that does not strain the food budget.

Flour, the basis of a successful aperitif

You don't know what dishes to put on the table? Simple ingredients and a touch of creativity are enough. Focus on basic foods like flour, eggs and milk which will allow you to make cakes to share, pie crusts, focaccia or puff pastry. Cheap and easy to use, they are ideal for an aperitif and will be the basis of your recipes. Focaccia, garlic bread, mini-quiches, savory cakes, give free rein to your imagination: you will enjoy yourself.

At the table, cheese wreaks havoc

To further vary the pleasures while enjoying a small glass (with or without alcohol), at aperitif time, if there is one ingredient that everyone at the table agrees on: the cheese. It is capable of blending into a dough or gratinating crostini for example. Mozzarella is one of the cheapest cheeses but one of the most used as an aperitif. Hot or cold, that's for sure, there's never enough cheese on the table!

Discover our selection of inexpensive spring recipes.

Feta cubes breaded with honey and sesame

  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Feta cubes breaded with honey and sesame

Focaccia with onions and chorizo

Focaccia with onions and chorizo
  • 8 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Focaccia with onions and chorizo

Bean hummus

Bean hummus
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Bean hummus

Carrot and orange cream

Carrot and orange cream
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Carrot and orange cream

Labneh and Sage Cigars

Labneh and Sage Cigars
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Labneh and Sage Cigars

Bread with confit garlic butter and thyme

Bread with confit garlic butter and thyme
  • 8 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 45 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Bread with confit garlic butter and thyme

Bean and pea spread, sesame crackers

Bean and pea spread, sesame crackers
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 30 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Bean and pea spread, sesame crackers

Coral lentil and lemon dip

Coral lentil and lemon dip
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Coral lentil and lemon dip

Foccacia with pesto, ricotta and radish

Foccacia with pesto, ricotta and radish
  • 8 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Foccacia with pesto, ricotta and radish

Parmesan and oregano shortbread

Parmesan and oregano shortbread
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 20 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Parmesan and oregano shortbread

Cucumber ricotta, basil

Cucumber ricotta, basil
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Cucumber ricotta, basil

Pea and cream cheese toast

Pea and cream cheese toast
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Pea and cream cheese toast

Green olive

Green olive
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Green oliveade

Turnip caviar with almonds, lemon and dill

Turnip caviar with almonds, lemon and dill
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Turnip caviar with almonds, lemon and dill

Pink radish rillettes with goat cheese

Pink radish rillettes with goat cheese
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 10 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Pink radish rillettes with goat cheese

Pea-mint gougères

Pea-mint gougères
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 45 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Pea-mint gougères

Zucchini, goat’s cheese and fresh mint cake

Zucchini, goat’s cheese and fresh mint cake
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 20 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Zucchini, goat’s cheese and fresh mint cake

Pea and zucchini cake

Pea and zucchini cake
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Pea and zucchini cake

Garlic-Basil Twisted Bread

Garlic-Basil Twisted Bread
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 45 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Garlic and Basil Twisted Bread

Smoked mozzarella crostini, anchovy butter and sage

Smoked mozzarella crostini, anchovy butter and sage
  • 4 people
  • Level: Very easy
  • 15 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Smoked mozzarella, anchovy butter and sage crostini

Tuna rillettes with ricotta

Tuna rillettes with ricotta
  • 6 persons
  • Level: Very easy
  • 5 minutes of preparation
  • Cheap
  • See the recipe: Tuna rillettes with ricotta

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