Do you know what’s never not delicious? Even in the middle of March? A really good party spread. ♡
And if you should find yourself, sometime in the next week or so, making gooey beer cheese dip, spicy whiskey sliders, and all things green… well, then, this St. Patrick’s Day is looking good for you.
1. Spicy Whiskey Sliders
I’m just drooling looking at these. Seriously, can it get any better than spicy beef, bacon, whiskey sauce, cheese, and sweet Hawaiian rolls? The answer is: no. It really doesn’t!
I’m pretty sure you’re going to be making these sliders for every single party from here on out.
2. Reuben-Topped Nachos
Let’s turn a Tex-Mex fave into an Irish-American classic! You’re going to skip the regular tortilla chips and use homemade potato chips. They are thicker and can hold so many more toppings.
And thank goodness for that. Because you will want a huge pile of this Reuben-inspired cheesy, delicious magic.
3. St. Patrick’s Day Snack Board
How cute is this all-green snack board?! It takes those meaty charcuterie trays and just makes them 100% more festive. You can totally make this with whatever you love.
But that mix of apples, grapes, broccoli, peppers, peas, and kale chips? It’s just so pretty and perfect I had to share.
4. Pesto Breadsticks
If you’ve got a bunch of yummy dips, please don’t just serve boring crackers. No. Make these herby pesto breadsticks instead!
I promise, your guests are going to go completely nuts for these.
5. Guinness Glazed Meatballs
Meatballs are a total party staple. They’re so easy to make and you just need toothpicks to serve them.
And look, I love them with sweet chili sauce, but these stout glazed meatballs are just a thing of beauty.
This recipe uses turkey to keep them lean, and you can totally add BBQ sauce for a smoky finish!
6. Irish Rarebit
You’ve probably heard of Welsh Rarebit, right? That super yummy snack with melty cheese and a savory sauce all over toast. Well, this is pretty similar.
You’re still using mustard and Worcestershire sauce with a good aged cheddar. But to make it totally St. Patrick’s Day approved, you’re adding Guinness!
7. Easy Pea and Mint Dip
Out of all the green appetizers, I think dips are just the best. They are so vibrant! They usually aren’t cooked, so you get all that fresh flavor and the natural color.
Add in mint and tahini with a kick of citrus, and you’ve got THE dip for spring.
8. Green Eggs and Ham Deviled Eggs
You can always count on seeing a ton of green appetizers at a St. Patrick’s Day party. But if you’re not into food dye, there are so many ways to get that green color naturally. Like avocado!
Just mix it with the egg yolks and mayo, and boom! Green “eggs” and ham.
9. Reuben Egg Rolls
You’re going to see a few Reuben-inspired recipes here. And yeah, it’s not from Ireland, but the corned beef is! So… I’m saying it counts!
Anyway, after just one bite, you won’t even care where it came from.
You’ll just want more of that meaty, tangy flavor and that perfect crunchy outside.
10. Corned Beef and Cheddar Cheese Ball
Cheese balls are always welcome at a party. And even though this isn’t a green recipe, it has corned beef in it!
That makes it salty and meaty, and it has a great layer of creamy goodness to pull it all together.
11. Guinness Beer Cheese Dip
St. Patrick’s Day is all about Irish culture. And what’s more Irish than Guinness?! Okay, fine, a few things, but it’s way up there on the list.
And if you find it too dark, this mega cheesy, garlicky dip is the perfect solution. It’s gooey, yummy, and just so ridiculously good.
12. Colcannon Puffs
These potato puffs are just so delicious. And all you need is a scoop of your favorite Irish mashed potatoes. This recipe uses kale, but I actually like it with spinach and cabbage.
Honestly, either way, you are not going to be disappointed.
13. Pub-Style Beef Pot Pies in Muffin Tins
Beef pot pies are a total Irish pub staple. And these little mini pies are exactly what your party needs. Use store-bought pie crusts and ground beef so they’re ready fast.
The recipe is super traditional, so it’s already close to perfect. But definitely tweak it if you want!
14. Spinach Feta Pinwheels
Spinach and feta just belong together. And these pinwheels are such a great way to feed a hungry crowd.
You can use frozen puff pastry to make it fast, and even frozen spinach. After that, you just spread, roll, cut, and bake.
15. Last-Minute Pesto Tartine Appetizer
Need some yummy green appetizers in a hurry? You have to try these pesto tartines. They’re kind of like bruschetta, and they are so addictive.
Plus, you just need three ingredients: a baguette, goat cheese, and pesto. How easy is that?!
16. Shamrock Crackers and Green Dip
These crunchy, salty crackers have this amazing spinach and dill flavor that everyone is going to love. And look at that color!
Serve them all on their own or with a yummy green dip (I’ve got a few on this list!) for some extra party fun.
17. Avocado Feta Dip
If you’re looking for something cool and creamy that isn’t guac, you’ve got to try this avocado and cheese dip.
It has a lot of the same flavors, but that feta gives it a lighter, creamier, and saltier finish.
18. Cheese and Herb Irish Soda Bread
Here’s another amazing Irish soda bread recipe. This version is just loaded with cheese and herbs!
Serve it warm with something cheesy or even just with butter. It is seriously so good, you don’t even need anything else.
19. Corned Beef & Cabbage Cheese Quesadillas
If your party isn’t huge, quesadillas are just perfect. They are warm, cheesy, and so easy to eat while you mingle. Plus, you can add fun sauces to make them even yummier.
So serve these corned beef quesadillas and have a St. Patrick’s Day party with a little Cinco de Mayo vibe!
20. Reuben Pinwheels
So, if egg rolls aren’t really your vibe, but you still want corned beef and sauerkraut at your party, make these pinwheels.
They’re cold, so filling, and just fantastic. They will also hold up really well on the food table for hours!
21. Pesto Cheese Bombs
When you need green appetizers for the party, you don’t need to find anything crazy. Just use pesto! It’s bright, herby, and so delicious straight from the jar.
And get this: these cheese bombs only need three main ingredients (plus the pesto, obvi).
22. Bacon Spinach Roll Ups
Sometimes, just using a spinach tortilla is all you need to be festive! I mean, this is an easy and yummy green appetizer you could have any day.
But when you need something green for St. Patrick’s Day, this one is just a total no-brainer.
23. Irish Soda Bread Crostini
It doesn’t matter if you make this for St. Patrick’s Day or just for a yummy lunch, this Irish soda bread appetizer is incredible. It is homemade, so you have to plan a little.
But, good news, it’s a pretty simple recipe to pull together. And when you top it with butter, smoked salmon, chives, and fresh dill? Oh my. It’s phenomenal.
24. Guinness Cheddar Dip
It’s not dark like a stout, but this dip is packed with savory flavors and has a hint of beer. It’s like the rarebit recipe, with a mix of Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and cheese.
But this one also has cream cheese, which makes it so rich and creamy.
25. Spring Sweet Pea Crostini
Peas are just so underused, but they taste so good on crunchy bread with creamy ricotta. Add some pine nuts, bright chives, and a little dusting of lemon zest… ugh, these are just to die for.
26. Reuben Pizza
This eight-ingredient pizza is another amazing option if you’re craving Thousand Island dressing, corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
And you can 100% make mini pizzas for your guests! Big or small, they are cheesy, crispy, and have so much tangy flavor. You’re going to love it.
