This list includes 31 Appetizers that start with W, from “Wakame salad” to “Wonton soup”. They cover small savory starters like finger foods, dips, and small soups from many cuisines.

Appetizers that start with W are small savory dishes served before or alongside a meal. Many reflect regional tastes—”Wakame salad” shows Japanese seaweed traditions while “Wonton soup” reflects Chinese dumpling culture.

Below you’ll find the table with Appetizer, Primary ingredients, and Calories per serving.

Appetizer: The common name for each starter, so you can quickly identify items and search for recipes or variations.

Primary ingredients: Two to four main components listed so you can check suitability, gather groceries, or judge flavor profiles.

Calories (per serving): Approximate calories rounded to the nearest ten kcal, with serving size, so you can plan portions.

Appetizers that start with W

Name Main ingredients Approx calories (kcal) Serving size Description
Wonton Wonton wrapper, pork, scallion, soy 90 kcal 1 piece Small filled dumpling—often fried or steamed—crispy or tender with savory pork; common Chinese appetizer.
Wonton soup Wonton dumplings, chicken broth, scallion 120 kcal 1 cup Light, comforting broth studded with delicate dumplings; classic starter in Chinese restaurants.
Wonton cups Wonton wrapper, cream cheese, crab or shrimp 70 kcal 1 piece Mini baked or fried wrappers shaped as cups and filled with creamy seafood or savory toppings for parties.
Whitebait Small whole fish, flour, oil 240 kcal 100 g Tiny battered and fried fish served whole; crispy, briny bites popular in the UK, New Zealand and Australia.
Whitebait fritter Whitebait, egg, flour 120 kcal 1 fritter Pan-fried small fish shaped into a fritter—crispy outside, tender inside; seaside comfort appetizer.
Wakame salad Wakame seaweed, sesame oil, soy sauce 80 kcal 100 g Tangy, slightly chewy seaweed salad with sesame and soy—common Japanese starter or side.
Wasabi peas Dried peas, wasabi powder, oil 130 kcal 30 g Crunchy, spicy snack-piece ideal for nibbling; bold mustard-like heat from wasabi coating.
White bean dip Cannellini beans, olive oil, garlic 170 kcal 1/4 cup Smooth, garlicky bean spread served with crostini or veg; hearty, Mediterranean-style appetizer.
Whitefish dip Smoked whitefish, cream cheese, lemon 90 kcal 2 tbsp Smoky, spreadable fish dip often served with crackers or rye; popular in deli-style starters.
Whipped feta Feta cheese, olive oil, lemon 80 kcal 2 tbsp Creamy, tangy spread whipped silky smooth—serves as a quick crostini topping or dip.
Whipped ricotta crostini Ricotta, olive oil, baguette slice 140 kcal 1 piece Light, fluffy ricotta spread on toasted bread; versatile base for savory toppings.
Welsh rarebit Sharp cheddar, beer, bread 260 kcal 1 slice Rich melted-cheese toast with a savory, tangy sauce—British pub-style starter.
Watercress soup Watercress, potato, vegetable stock 110 kcal 1 cup Peppery green soup, smooth and bright—served warm as a refined starter.
Wild mushroom tartlet Wild mushrooms, puff pastry, cheese 160 kcal 1 tartlet Earthy mushroom filling in a flaky shell—savory, bite-sized, great for gatherings.
Wild mushroom crostini Mushrooms, garlic, toasted baguette 130 kcal 1 piece Sautéed wild mushrooms spooned onto crisp bread; savory and woodsy appetizer.
White bean bruschetta White beans, tomato, olive oil, bread 150 kcal 1 piece Hearty bruschetta variant using creamy beans instead of or with tomatoes—rustic starter.
Watermelon feta skewer Watermelon, feta, mint 40 kcal 1 skewer Refreshing sweet-salty bite—served chilled as a light, summer appetizer.
Warm marinated olives Mixed olives, herbs, olive oil 120 kcal 1/4 cup Gently warmed olives steeped in herbs and oil; fragrant, savory nibble for cocktails.
Walnut-stuffed mushrooms Button mushrooms, walnuts, cheese 80 kcal 1 stuffed mushroom Bite-sized mushrooms filled with nutty, savory mix—earthy and satisfying canapé.
Wasabi shrimp Shrimp, wasabi mayo, sesame 180 kcal 3 pieces Spicy-creamy shrimp appetizer with a wasabi kick—good for bold-flavored starters.
Whiskey wings Chicken wings, whiskey glaze, honey 120 kcal 1 wing Sticky, caramelized wings with a boozy-sweet savory glaze—party favorite.
Whiting fritters Whiting fish, batter, herbs 90 kcal 1 fritter Light fish fritters, crisp outside and flaky inside—coastal-style appetizer.
Whole roasted garlic Garlic head, olive oil, salt 30 kcal 1 clove Soft, mellow roasted garlic served with bread or crostini—creamy, spreadable umami starter.
Wedge salad Iceberg lettuce, blue cheese, bacon 180 kcal 1/4 wedge Crisp iceberg wedge with creamy dressing and bacon—often served as a salad starter.
Warm goat cheese crostini Goat cheese, baguette, honey or herbs 160 kcal 1 piece Warm, tangy goat cheese on toast—creamy center and crunchy base for parties.
Walleye bites Walleye, batter, lemon 200 kcal 3 pieces Bite-sized fried fish pieces with flaky white flesh—Midwestern appetizer or pub snack.
Whitefish pâté Smoked whitefish, butter, lemon 100 kcal 2 tbsp Smooth, spreadable smoked fish pâté—served with crackers or toast points.
Walnut crostini Walnuts, ricotta or blue cheese, bread 140 kcal 1 piece Crunchy walnut topping with creamy cheese on toast—nutty, savory canapé.
Wasabi cucumber bites Cucumber, wasabi cream, sesame 60 kcal 3 pieces Cool cucumber rounds topped with a zippy wasabi cream—refreshing, spicy finger food.
Walnut and blue cheese endive Endive leaves, walnuts, blue cheese 70 kcal 1 boat Bitter endive cups filled with creamy blue cheese and crunchy walnuts—elegant, small-bite starter.
Wonton nachos Wonton chips, shredded meat or fish, cheese 200 kcal 1 small plate Crispy wonton chips piled with savory toppings—playful, crunchy appetizer perfect for sharing.

Descriptions

Wonton
Wonton soup
Wonton cups
Whitebait
Whitebait fritter
Wakame salad
Wasabi peas
White bean dip
Whitefish dip
Whipped feta
Whipped ricotta crostini
Welsh rarebit
Watercress soup
Wild mushroom tartlet
Wild mushroom crostini
White bean bruschetta
Watermelon feta skewer
Warm marinated olives
Walnut-stuffed mushrooms
Wasabi shrimp
Whiskey wings
Whiting fritters
Whole roasted garlic
Wedge salad
Warm goat cheese crostini
Walleye bites
Whitefish pâté
Walnut crostini
Wasabi cucumber bites
Walnut and blue cheese endive
Wonton nachos
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