Meeting Eating - Healthy & Hot, Food Trends for Every Appetite

Need some menu inspiration for your next meeting? We’re sure your going to love some of this season’s most popular pairings when planning your event. From classic to utterly unique, you want to be sure your guests rave about the food long after the meal is over.

Attractive Appetizers

Charcuteris — Individual boards or jars (jarcuterie) of artisan cheese, seasonal fruit, salami, crackers and nuts are not only colorful, but are easy to eat while networking and provide the perfect healthy snack to nourish your attendees.

Watermelon & Tuna Bites — Sweet compressed watermelon compliments spicy seared tuna perfectly. Top with an orange soy glaze for the perfect finish.

Crab & Avocado Tarts — Like avocado toast with a twist. Creamy avocado and tasty crab are nestled in flaky pastry shells for a zesty combo.   

Stunning Salads

Strawberries & Balsamic Vinegar — This has been a favorite in Italy for decades. Balsamic vinegar brings out the sweetness in strawberries. Serve this duo in a mini salad cup or try something distinctive like strawberry shortcake that’s been marinated and grilled in balsamic vinegar.

Handheld Endive Salad — Pair walnuts, blue cheese crumbles and pears or apples for a delicious and appealing easy to eat handheld healthy snack.

Extraordinary Entrees

Protein Bowls Stations — This balanced meal piled into a colorful bowl contains protein, grains and vegetables. A serving station not only provides attendees to build their own based on ingredient preferences but will also reduce food waste.

Boneless Grilled Pork Chops — Serve plated with roasted baby potatos, green beans and a sweet and savory apple chutney. For a vegan option substitute with a warm tofu and bean cassoulet.

Broiled Salmon — Serve plated with with stir-fry vegetables and cauliflower rice accompanyied with a ginger soy glaze that is sure to satisfy.

Chicken & Peanut Sauce — Skewered grilled chicken tenders are even more amazing when dunked in a rich, peanut dipping sauce.

Delicious Desserts

Perfect Parfaits — Parfaits are packed with healthy fruit and yogurt. They do not need extra sugar because of the natural fruit sweetness.

Mini Angel Food Cakes — Serve with homemade whipped cream and strawberries for a light yet satisfying sweet treat.

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Casey Romano, Publisher | meetingpages | casey@meetingpages.com

Creator of digital platform meetingpages complete event planning directory and resource delivering leads and national, regional and local exposure for event venues, suppliers and destinations in MN, WI, IA & CO markets. In her free time, this 19 year industry veteran enjoys dance, group fitness, and training her young golden retriever dog in competition obedience and confirmation.