Here are some simple no cook 4th of July appetizers that are easy to make in no time at all. These recipes are absolutely delicious and there’s no oven necessary. In this heat? Thank goodness!
We are also going to be using a lot of tasty fruit that absolutely thrives during summer time. There’s nothing better than whipping up a quick summer dish for a party knowing it’s healthy AND delicious.
We love an excuse to celebrate holidays around here, and these red, white, and blue appetizers are the perfect way to celebrate 4th of July coming up.
Today we are using minimal ingredients and keeping it healthy. We love to indulge every now and then, but I try to find healthier ways to incorporate sweetness when I can. Honey and fruit that’s in season are the shining stars today.
I’ve also noticed that everyone’s main focus during the summer is spending time outside with the kiddos, gardening, and being near a body of water. No one wants to slave over a stove. I certainly don’t. My passion this summer has been sharing recipes like this that are simple, no cook appetizers and a great excuse to celebrate 4th of July.
Now, let’s make some festive red, white, and blue appetizers!
Fun Facts About These Simple, No Cook Appetizers
Ingredients on repeat – The ingredients these recipes call for can be used in most if not all the appetizers. How convenient and budget friendly is that?!
Sustainable – We will be using produce that is in season which is a great way to eat sustainably and affordably. I will always be a fan of eating with the seasons. I’ve also incorporated this tip into making my produce last longer in the fridge!
Healthy – The base of these recipes is fruit and greek yogurt sweetened with local honey. This is a great way to indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt.
Simple No Cook Tips For These 4th of July Appetizers
- If you are going to make the popsicles, use the popsicle stick that comes with the mold. I opted out of those to use regular popsicle sticks and it’s not easy to pull those treats out of the molds! Using the plastic sticks the mold comes with might make your life much easier.
- Should you still have a hard time pulling the popsicles out of the molds, run them under warm water and gradually wiggle them out. This will do the trick!
- For the strawberry yogurt bites, the key is to cut up the strawberries and blueberries into smaller pieces. That way everyone will get fruit in every bite.
- To make the greek yogurt mixture, I highly recommend whisking the yogurt until smooth. Otherwise the greek yogurt will be grainy and it won’t freeze evenly.
- If you don’t have star shaped cookie cutters for the watermelon feta salad that’s okay! The red, white, and blue from the fruit and cheese will still keep this salad looking very patriotic.
Tools You May Need For These 4th of July Apps
Popsicle molds – For our patriotic red, white, and blue popsicles!
Popsicle sticks – These are completely optional, but if you want a more neutral, rustic look, go with good ol’ fashioned popsicle sticks.
Large bowl – We will use this to mix the sweet greek yogurt mixture for 2 of these recipes. I also used the same bowl to make the watermelon, blueberry, feta salad. Less dishes for us!
Whisk – Very important for making the greek yogurt smooth.
Parchment paper – To pour the yogurt bites onto. Parchment paper is non-stick which is exactly what we want for our yogurt bite recipe.
Baking sheet
Star shaped cookie cutters – This is optional, but I used these to create stars out of the watermelon for our red, white, and blue salad to keep things festive.
Large knife – If you are using a whole watermelon.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Patriotic Popsicles
Greek yogurt – This is going to be our creamy popsicle filling.
Honey – We will use honey and vanilla extract to add some sweetness.
Vanilla extract
Strawberries
Blueberries
Note – Strawberries and blueberries happen to be in season where we are, but feel free to use any fruit that is in season for you.
Watermelon and Feta Salad with Mint and Blueberries
Watermelon
Blueberries
Feta
Mint
Lime juice
Salt to taste
Strawberry and Blueberry Yogurt Bites
Strawberries
Blueberries
Greek yogurt
Honey
Vanilla extract
Chocolate chips – These add the perfect amount of chocolatey sweetness.
Note – For added healthy sweetness and crunch you could also sprinkle some homemade granola over top!
How to Make These Simple No Cook 4th of July Appetizers
Patriotic Popsicles Recipe Card
Patriotic Popsicles
Equipment
- Popsicle molds
- Large Bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 2 cups greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups strawberries, diced
- 1 ½ cups blueberries
Instructions
- Add greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract to a bowl.
- Whisk ingredients together until the greek yogurt is smooth.
- Dice up strawberries and cut bigger blueberries in half and set aside.
- Pour a tablespoon of the greek yogurt at the bottom of the popsicle molds.
- Then add a small amount of the diced strawberries to the mold.
- Next pour greek yogurt over the strawberries and add blueberries.
- Keep adding greek yogurt over the alternating fruit layers until you fill about ¾ of the popsicle mold.
- Insert the popsicle stick into the mold about half way.
- Continue to add greek yogurt over the alternating fruit layers until the entire popsicle mold is filled.
- Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour or overnight.
Notes
Watermelon and Feta Salad Recipe Card
Watermelon and Feta Salad
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Knife
- Star cookie cutters
Ingredients
- 1 Personal watermelon
- ½ cup feta
- 1 cup blueberries
- ½ Lime juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut watermelon into thick slices. Then cut the watermelon into star shapes using the cookie cutter.
- Place the star shaped watermelon to a large bowl.
- Add the blueberries and feta to the bowl and mix well.
- Squeeze lime juice and salt over top and enjoy!
Notes
Strawberry Yogurt Bites Recipe Card
Strawberry Yogurt Bites
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Parchment paper
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 cups greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups strawberries, diced
- 1 ½ cups blueberries
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add greek yogurt to a mixing bowl.
- Pour honey and vanilla extract into the bowl of greek yogurt.
- Whisk until the greek yogurt is smooth.
- Chop strawberries finely and chop larger blueberries in half.
- Add the berries and chocolate chips to the yogurt.
- Stir until berries are fully incorporated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour the greek yogurt and berries onto the parchment paper and spread evenly.
- Set in the freezer for 1 hour or overnight.
Notes
How to Serve These Simple 4th of July Appetizers
The popsicles and yogurt bites should be served over ice if they are going to be left out at a gathering. If you’re making these no cook appetizers as a simple dessert for just your little ones, the freezer is the best place to store these.
The watermelon feta salad can be served in a large bowl with serving spoons. I’ve found that is the best way to gather a lot of larger shaped fruit all at once. This salad is best eaten fresh, so save this for the upcoming 4th of July party or your next summer gathering so you can share this with lots of hungry people!
More Delicious Appetizers to Try:
How to Make the Best Spicy White Bean Dip
How to Make Whipped Feta in Under 10 Minutes
The Best Restaurant Style Salsa in 5 Minutes
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