16 Fun Green Food Ideas For Parties

We can think of all kinds of motivations for throwing a party with all green food and decor. So whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, Earth Day, or simply the birthday of someone who really loves green, we’ve got 16 green food ideas for parties that’ll help make your monochromatic event a success.

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Once you’ve got your green venue all sorted out, read on and we’ll share our favorite green food ideas for parties—even if you don’t use any of these specific ideas, they’re a great source of inspiration as you plan.

1. Green fizz party punch

Our first green food idea for parties is actually a beverage, but it’ll definitely up the green factor at your party. 

2. Pesto pasta salad

Anything with bright green basil pesto is a winner when it comes to green food ideas for parties—so consider serving a delicious pesto pasta salad at your party to check both the “green” and “delicious” boxes. We especially love this creamy chicken pesto pasta recipe. 

3. Green smoothies

“Green” is often synonymous with healthy, and although it doesn’t have to be, so many naturally green foods are packed with nutrients that the association definitely makes sense. If serving nutritious food at your party is a priority, consider blending up some green smoothies for your guests. They’ve got a bright green color but an entirely fruity flavor that’ll cover up the taste of pretty much any greens you incorporate.

4. Guacamole

Speaking of nutritious foods, guacamole is another green food idea for parties that’s both extremely healthy (high in “good” fats) and beloved by practically everyone. Use your favorite guacamole recipe or follow the easy recipe video.

5. Jalapeno poppers

Make easy baked jalapeno poppers filled with a combination of cream cheese, cheddar, and chopped bacon for a super delicious party snack. It’s also a great snack to prepare on a grill if you’re already grilling at your party.

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6. Green fruit platter

There are so many green fruits to choose from: green grapes, kiwis, limes, Granny Smith apples, honeydew melon, pears… the list goes on! Chop up an assortment of your favorite green fruits and display them artfully on a platter to impress your guests.

7. Or green fruit skewers

If portability and convenience are priorities, put your sliced green fruits onto skewers to make them extra easy for your guests to carry around as they socialize at your party.

8. Green velvet brownies

You’ve heard of red velvet, but what about green velvet? Now what about green velvet brownies? Add cream cheese frosting and green sprinkles on top for an extra decadent party treat.

9. Lime margarita Jell-o shots

If this is a party for adults over the age of 21, how about lime margarita Jell-o shots, each with their own little slice of lime? This is a super tasty and summery drink, in addition to its pretty green hue. 

10. Green charcuterie board

Charcuterie boards are literally always a hit for parties, and a green charcuterie board for an all-green party is no different. You can use the color palette as an excuse to include more green veggies on your board (or not!).

11. Garlic roasted okra

Not everyone is a fan of okra, but if you are, this roasted okra with garlic-infused olive oil is a fabulous way to prepare it. You can even include this on your charcuterie board if you decide to use idea #10!

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12. Creamy cucumber bites

These cucumber bites with a flavorful filling contain a perfect contrast: the creamy, salty filling with the crunchy freshness of the cucumbers! They’re also one of the easiest suggestions on this list, and they look fabulous on a platter.

13. Chicken salad pinwheel sandwiches with green wraps

Fill spinach tortillas with the chicken salad of your choice to make delicious green pinwheels! The chicken salad recipe we’re sharing contains almonds, cranberries, green almonds, and feta—an especially flavorful combination.

14. Mint chocolate chip cookies

If you love mint chip ice cream, you’ll adore these mint chocolate chip cookies! You could even sandwich mint chip ice cream between two of them for the mintiest, chocolatiest ice cream sandwich you’ve ever had.

15. Matcha cake (or matcha anything)

Matcha is a powdered green tea that has an amazing bright green hue, and it makes an ideal addition to all kinds of desserts. This matcha roll cake is an amazing way to incorporate matcha into your party menu.

16. Pistachio truffles

Our favorite green nuts make a flavorful addition to white chocolate ganache truffles. You can make these for your snack table or give them out as party favors so your guests have something to take with them at the end of the party.

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