This list includes 25 Appetizers that start with T, from “Tabbouleh” to “Tzatziki”. They are small savory starters—finger foods, dips, canapés, and mezze—perfect for parties and weeknight snacks.

Appetizers that start with T are small savory dishes whose names begin with the letter T. Many come from mezze or tapas traditions, with items like tabbouleh and tzatziki now common on global appetizer menus.

Below you’ll find the table with these columns: ‘Appetizer’, ‘Main ingredients’, ‘Serving size’, ‘Calories’, ‘Region/Notes’, ‘Recipe link’.

Appetizer: The dish name so you can scan quickly and pick familiar or new starters for menus and occasions.

Main ingredients: Lists two to four key components so you can judge flavor, prep time, and dietary fit at a glance.

Serving size: Specifies the typical portion used for calorie estimates, helping you scale recipes for parties or family meals.

Calories: Gives approximate energy per serving, rounded to the nearest 10 kcal, so you can compare options quickly.

Region/Notes: Offers short context on origin, common names, or serving suggestions to help you choose themed or regional dishes.

Recipe link: Direct link to a recipe so you can view ingredients, instructions, and full nutrition information immediately.

Appetizers that start with T

NameTypical serving sizeKey ingredientsApprox. calories (kcal)
Tapenade30 golives, capers, anchovy, olive oil110 kcal
Tzatziki30 gGreek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill60 kcal
Taramasalata30 gfish roe, bread, lemon, olive oil120 kcal
Tuna tartare100 graw tuna, soy, sesame oil, scallion150 kcal
Taquitos2 piecescorn tortilla, shredded meat, oil300 kcal
Tempura shrimp3 piecesshrimp, flour, egg, oil220 kcal
Tempura vegetables4 piecesassorted vegetables, flour, egg, oil200 kcal
Tostones100 ggreen plantain, oil, salt340 kcal
Tortilla chips28 gcorn, oil, salt140 kcal
Truffle fries100 gpotatoes, truffle oil, parmesan370 kcal
Thai spring rolls2 pieceswrapper, vegetables, pork/shrimp, herbs220 kcal
Tabbouleh100 gbulgur, parsley, tomato, lemon120 kcal
Tomato bruschetta1 piecetomato, bread, basil, olive oil110 kcal
Tomato soup150 gtomato, onion, broth, herbs80 kcal
Tuna dip30 gcanned tuna, mayonnaise, lemon, herbs80 kcal
Tteokbokki100 grice cakes, gochujang, fish cake, sugar220 kcal
Tartlet1 piecepastry, egg, cheese, vegetable or meat filling180 kcal
Tequeños3 piecescheese, dough, oil, salt350 kcal
Tiropita1 piecephyllo, feta, egg, butter170 kcal
Tofu satay3 piecestofu, peanut sauce, soy, lime200 kcal
Tuna carpaccio80 graw tuna, lemon, olive oil, capers140 kcal
Thai fish cakes3 piecesfish paste, curry paste, egg, herbs200 kcal
Tandoori shrimp3 piecesshrimp, yogurt, tandoori spices, lemon140 kcal
Tortilla española80 geggs, potato, onion, olive oil200 kcal
Toast Skagen1 pieceshrimp, mayonnaise, dill, toast160 kcal

Descriptions

Tapenade
Provencal olive spread often served with bread or crackers; salty, umami-rich and perfect for mezze platters.
Tzatziki
Cool Greek yogurt-cucumber dip served with pita or veg; refreshing and commonly found in Mediterranean starters.
Taramasalata
Creamy Greek dip made from cured fish roe, often served with toasted bread or raw vegetables as a meze.
Tuna tartare
Finely diced raw tuna dressed with Asian or citrus flavors; elegant, light starter common in fusion and seafood restaurants.
Taquitos
Crispy rolled tacos fried until golden; popular party finger food, often served with salsa or guacamole.
Tempura shrimp
Japanese-style battered and fried shrimp, light and crispy; usually served with dipping sauce as an appetizer.
Tempura vegetables
Mixed vegetables in a light Japanese batter, fried crisp and served with dipping sauce as a shareable starter.
Tostones
Twice-fried smashed plantain rounds from Latin America, crunchy on the outside and tender inside; served with dips or toppings.
Tortilla chips
Crispy fried or baked corn chips served with salsas, guacamole, or bean dips as a casual appetizer.
Truffle fries
Fries tossed with truffle oil and parmesan for a luxe, shareable side or starter with strong aromatics.
Thai spring rolls
Crispy fried (or fresh) rolls filled with veggies and protein; common Thai appetizer served with sweet-chili or peanut sauce.
Tabbouleh
Levantine parsley-and-bulgur salad served as a refreshing mezze or starter; herb-forward and citrusy.
Tomato bruschetta
Grilled or toasted bread topped with fresh tomato, basil, and olive oil; classic Italian antipasto bite.
Tomato soup
A small cup of savory tomato soup makes a warm, simple starter; often served with croutons or a bread side.
Tuna dip
Creamy dip for crackers or crudités made from canned tuna and mayo; quick, party-friendly spread.
Tteokbokki
Korean spicy-sweet rice-cake dish often served as a snack or small plate; chewy, saucy, and very popular street food.
Tartlet
Small savory pastry shell filled with cheeses, eggs or veg — versatile finger-food served at parties and buffets.
Tequeños
Venezuelan cheese-filled fried dough sticks, popular as party finger food and bar snacks.
Tiropita
Greek phyllo pastry filled with feta and eggs; flaky, savory triangles commonly served as meze or appetizer.
Tofu satay
Grilled marinated tofu skewers served with peanut dipping sauce; vegetarian twist on Southeast Asian satay.
Tuna carpaccio
Thinly sliced raw tuna dressed simply with citrus and olive oil; light, elegant starter often seen in seafood menus.
Thai fish cakes
Spicy, pan-fried fish patties from Thailand, commonly served with sweet chili or cucumber relish as an appetizer.
Tandoori shrimp
Indian-spiced yogurt-marinated shrimp roasted or grilled; smoky, tangy starter often served on skewers.
Tortilla española
Spanish omelette slice often served as a tapa; hearty, savory bite commonly shared as a starter.
Toast Skagen
Swedish prawn salad on buttered toast, a classic Scandinavian starter with creamy shrimp and dill flavors.
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