This post will show you the best red foods for a color party that are perfect for a red-themed party, Christmas, or Valentine’s Day.
45 Red Foods for a Party With a Color Theme
Looking for the perfect red foods for your next color-themed party? We’ve gathered the ultimate list of savory appetizers, creative snacks, and show-stopping platters that will make your event pop. Whether you’re creating a red snack basket or planning a color-coordinated party tray, these ideas are sure to impress.
Bring your party to life with these red-colored food ideas for adults and kids alike!
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Red Appetizers
Red appetizers add a bold and vibrant pop of color to your party spread, making them both visually appealing and delicious.
From savory charcuterie boards to zesty salsas and warm soups, these recipes are designed to wow your guests. This section includes cranberry jalapeño salsa, roasted tomato soup, and goat cheese tomato galette.
1. Red Charcuterie Board
This vibrant red platter is filled with salami roses, fresh berries, watermelon stars, and stuffed peppers, creating a visually stunning and delicious display. The bold red theme adds a unique and festive touch to any gathering.
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Cranberry jalapeño salsa is the perfect red appetizer for your color theme party, combining sweet and spicy flavors. Bring this savory snack to any gathering for a burst of color on your platter.
Recipe by: Alternative Dish
Serve this savory oven-roasted tomato tart for a stylish addition to your red color platter. It’s more than just a fancy pizza, making it an ideal appetizer for adults.
Recipe by: Food Wine and Love
4. Whipped Feta with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic
The savory mix of whipped feta and roasted cherry tomatoes makes this dip a must-have for any red food party. It’s a great item to add to your mezze board or as a standout appetizer.
Recipe by: Cooked and Loved
Layered with summer tomatoes and goat cheese, this savory tomato galette brings bold red colors to any appetizer board—a delicious slice of summertime for your party tray.
Recipe by: Life as a Strawberry
Roasted tomato soup with mascarpone is a rich and savory red food, ideal for your party. It’s a gluten-free and vegetarian option that brings both color and flavor to your basket of snacks.
Recipe by: Cooked and Loved
This copycat Chipotle fresh tomato salsa brings bold flavors and color to your red-themed party. It’s the perfect appetizer for dipping and adds a bright touch to your red snacks board.
Recipe by: The Sassy Foodie
8. Tomato Salad
Recipe by: Strength and Sunshine
9. Plum Chutney
Recipe by: Green Bowl 2 Soul
Recipe by: Thrilling Grilling
11. Red Lentil Soup with Harissa
Recipe by: Non-Guilty Pleasures
12. Roasted Red Pepper Antipasto Salad
Recipe by: Christina’s Cucina
Red Desserts
Sweeten up your gathering with these vibrant red desserts that are both flavorful and visually stunning. From strawberry pies to red velvet delights, these recipes are perfect for adding a festive touch to your dessert spread. Try recipes like strawberry rhubarb tartlets, red velvet fudge, and Valentine’s Day cake for a memorable treat.
Recipe by: Blackberry Babe
Recipe by: Spend with Pennies
Recipe by: Modern Honey
16. Red Velvet Loaf
Recipe by: The Soccer Mom Blog
17. No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Pie
Recipe by: Waiting for Blancmange
Recipe by: The Soccer Mom Blog
19. Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Recipe by: Princess Pinky Girl
Recipe by: The Cookin’ Chicks
21. Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake
Recipe by: Keep Calm and Eat Ice Cream
Recipe by: In the Kitch
Recipe by: Finding Zest
24. Red Velvet Dip
Recipe by: Homemade Hooplah
25. Strawberry Rhubarb Tartlets
Recipe by: Keep Calm and Eat Ice Cream
Recipe by: My Happy Bakes
Recipe by: Saving Dessert
28. Strawberry Santa
Recipe by: I Heart Naptime
Recipe by: Christina’s Cucina
Recipe by: Quiet Baking Day
31. Red Velvet Fudge
Recipe by: Julie’s Eats and Treats
32. Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies
Recipe by: Artsy Fartsy Mama
33. Valentine Heart Sugar Cookies
Recipe by: Artsy Fartsy Mama
Recipe by: Love from the Oven
Red Drinks
These red drinks are the perfect complement to your colorful spread, offering refreshing sips that everyone will enjoy. From fizzy kombucha mocktails to sweet strawberry lemonade, these beverages will elevate your party experience. Enjoy drinks like watermelon mocktail, hot cranberry punch, and strawberry basil lemonade to quench your thirst in style.
35. Watermelon Juice
Recipe by: Let’s Go Tomato
Recipe by: Crayons and Cravings
Recipe by: Amanda’s Cookin’
Recipe by: The Foodolic
Recipe by: Princess Pinky Girl
40. Strawberry Pop Rock Jello Shots
Recipe by: The Cookin’ Chicks
Recipe by: The Healthful Ideas
Recipe by: Kitchen on the Avenue
Recipe by: Homemade Hooplah
44. Sangria
Recipe by: Masala Herb
45. Summer Strawberry Kombucha Mocktail
Recipe by: Get Inspired Everyday
Which one of these red color theme party foods will you be serving at your next red-themed party?
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