Do you have guests turning up suddenly on a weeknight? Are you worried about what you are going to serve them at such short notice? Being a host can be a tiring task and yet, you must look your best and have wonderful food and drinks lined up before your guests. In order to help you out, here are some food and drink ideas that will impress your guests. Moreover, these ideas will not take much of your time or money.
Preparing food for parties can be tricky if you want to combine taste with health. Here are some great options to keep your menu healthy and have your guests wanting more.
- Parmesan zucchini tots
This is a healthy starter that is an instant hit. Grate some zucchini and wring out the excess water. Add onions, some cheddar cheese, salt and pepper, and then mix. Make small bite-sized pieces and bake them for around 15 minutes or however you would prefer them. This healthy snack will have your guests asking for more.
- Baked green bean crispy fries
Swap the traditional and unhealthy potato fries for baked green beans. Green beans are healthy and can make up for a crunchy snack. Use olive oil while baking and serve with some home-made sauce of your choice. An additional benefit, this snack hardly takes any time to prepare.
- Tomatoes stuffed with corn
Make a mixture of finely chopped corn kernels, avocado, bell peppers, red onions, cilantro, and pepper. Sprinkle some lime juice. You can mix some salad dressing too if you like. Now stuff this into carved out tomatoes. Drizzle some fresh cheese on top and you are good to go. This snack not only looks good but tastes amazing, too.
Your food and drink haul is incomplete without delicious and refreshing beverages. The best part is that your drinks need not be limited to aerated beverages and bottled juices. All you need to be is a little creative. So, here are some beverage ideas to make your guests swoon.
- Healthy lemon fruit punch
Throw in some pieces of oranges, strawberries, and apples in lemon juice and add several cubes of ice. The punch looks stunning in a clear glass bowl and will have your guests asking for more. This would also be reminiscent of prom night indeed.
- Grapefruit honey ginger soda
Sweeten your regular soda with the goodness of honey and combine it with some grapefruit juice and ginger. This tangy, light, and nutritious drink makes people feel welcomed and warm, especially if you are expecting guests in the winters.
- Raspberry fizz
A quick addition of this drink to your beverage list will impress your guests as it looks great and tastes even better. Simply add some raspberry syrup to grapefruit juice. Put some club soda in the mix and top it up with crushed ice. This will definitely be a party winner.
These are some great food and drink ideas to get you started on your way to becoming an efficient host. These prove that you do not need a huge budget for a party. All you need is a little creativity to truly impress your guests.
