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Category: Appetizers

“Appetizing Beginnings” – Start your meals off right with the “Appetizers” category, where ChampsDiet.com provides a variety of small plates and starters that are sure to stimulate your appetite. From elegant hors d’oeuvres to casual finger foods, these recipes are designed to suit any occasion, be it a formal dinner party or a casual get-together. Discover the joy of beginning your culinary journey with bites that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

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Pickles in a Blanket
AppetizersLow calorieVery low carbs

Pickles in a Blanket

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) packages of rectangular sliced ham ( lunch meat)1 (8 ounce)...

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Warm Imported Olive Appetizer
AppetizersFruitPitted fruits

Warm Imported Olive Appetizer

Ingredients: 1/2 lb kalamata olives1/2 lb nicoise olivesextra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Caribbean Coconut Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined3/4 cup flour1 eggs1/2 tablespoon baking powder1/2 cup...

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Sweet Chili Oysters
AppetizersShellfishSide dishes

Sweet Chili Oysters

Ingredients: 12 oysters, shucked, with lower half of shell retained12 tablespoons tasty cheese, grated12...

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Hanky Pankies
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Hanky Pankies

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage1 lb ground beef1 lb Velveeta cheese1 package rye bread (...

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Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 1 cup drained mashed tofu2 teaspoons vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon soy sauce1...

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Mediterranean Summer Breeze Shrimp Appetizer
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Mediterranean Summer Breeze Shrimp Appetizer

Ingredients: 3/4 lb large shrimp, shell and tail removed, deveined, cut lengthwise slightly (...

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Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls

Ingredients: 12 round rice paper, dipped in hot water for 20 seconds until soft...

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Greek Feta Spread (Kopanisti)
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Greek Feta Spread (Kopanisti)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb feta cheese3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 clove garlic, thinly sliced1...

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Artichoke Crab Spread (For the Crock Pot)
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Artichoke Crab Spread (For the Crock Pot)

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped1 (8 ounce) packages...

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Jalapeno Cheese
AppetizersSpreadsVegan

Jalapeno Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups macadamia nuts, soaked 8 hours and drained2 cups filtered water (...

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Hummus
< 15 minsAppetizersTime to make

Hummus

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed off ( also known...

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Chinese Sesame Chicken
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chinese Sesame Chicken

Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs1/4 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons rice wine1/2...

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Baked Eggs With Feta and Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Eggs With Feta and Tomatoes

Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil4 slices bread, toasted3 ripe roma tomatoes, sliced150 g feta,...

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Spicy Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Spicy Onion Rings

Ingredients: vegetable oil ( for frying)1 large vidalia onions2 cups any brand complete pancake...

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Easy Chili-Cheese Dip
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Easy Chili-Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces brick Velveeta Mexican cheese ( the small brick, any flavor would...

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Sicilian Scampi (olive Garden Style)
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Sicilian Scampi (olive Garden Style)

Ingredients: 35 slices ciabatta or 35 slices baguette ( 1 loaf)1 lb large shrimp,...

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Cheese Olive Puffs
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Olive Puffs

Ingredients: 1/4 lb grated cheddar cheese1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 cup flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Crisp German Meatballs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Crisp German Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 lb pork sausage1/4 cup onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drain and...

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Avocado With Alfalfa
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Avocado With Alfalfa

Ingredients: 2 avocados6 baby carrots, gratedalfalfa sproutsbean sprouts2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon...

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Cream Cheese Ball
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

Cream Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (8 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese,...

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Herb Grilled Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Herb Grilled Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 small tomatoes3 tablespoons sour cream or 3 tablespoons plain yogurt1 tablespoon snipped...

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Bourbon Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Bourbon Dogs

Ingredients: 16 ounces beef hot dogs, cubed2 cups ketchup3/4 cup brown sugar3/4 cup Bourbon1...

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AppetizersLow fatSeafood

Mussels Alla Marinara

Ingredients: 2 lbs of larger mussels, if possible2 tablespoons butter1 medium onions, chopped2 garlic...

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Taco Roll Ups
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Taco Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese12 ounces sour cream1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese1 package...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Trout Almondine

Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds4 (8 ounce)...

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch

Ingredients: 6 cups crispy corn and crispy rice cereal1 2/3 cups chocolate chips (...

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Sardine Appetizer
AppetizersLemonSpreads

Sardine Appetizer

Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/2 cup canned sardines, drained and...

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Baked Garlic with Blue Cheese and Rosemary
AppetizersOvenWeeknight

Baked Garlic with Blue Cheese and Rosemary

Ingredients: 6 heads garlic3 tablespoons butter, cut into slices1/4 cup olive oil1 (14 1/2...

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Chili Dip
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Chili Dip

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 can refried beans1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 cup salsa1 cup...

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Macaroni and Cheese Pinwheels
AppetizersLasagnaMain dish

Macaroni and Cheese Pinwheels

Ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles2 1/4 cups milk3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon dried onion flakes2...

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Chayote Squash Salad (Salada de Chuchu)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Chayote Squash Salad (Salada de Chuchu)

Ingredients: 1 quart water6 chayotes, peeled,cores removed3 cloves garlic, crushed1 large onions, thinly sliced1/2...

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Grouper Nuggets
AppetizersFishSaltwater fish

Grouper Nuggets

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh grouper fillets1 cup buttermilk1 eggs35 saltine crackers1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2...

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Crispy Chicken Burritos
AppetizersMeatNorth american

Crispy Chicken Burritos

Ingredients: 2 lbs diced cooked chicken2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room...

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Falafel II
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Falafel II

Ingredients: 1 cup dry chickpeas4 -6 garlic cloves1 large onions, quartered1/2 cup loosely packed...

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Grilled Shrimp Tossed in Lemon-Garlic Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Grilled Shrimp Tossed in Lemon-Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined3 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon...

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Shrimp Remoulade
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Remoulade

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 teaspoon paprika1/2...

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Spinach Pie Joanne
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Spinach Pie Joanne

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet sausage, fried golden6 eggs, save 1 yolk2/3 cup ricotta cheese1...

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Mussels and Sweet Leeks
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Mussels and Sweet Leeks

Ingredients: 3 medium leeks, cleaned and roughly chopped3 garlic cloves, finely diced2 tablespoons olive...

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Creole Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Creole Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb raw salmon fillets, skin and pin bones removed, cut into 1-inch...

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Imitation Crabmeat Rangoon
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Imitation Crabmeat Rangoon

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) packages softened cream cheese1 cup finely chopped imitation crabmeat3 chopped...

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Greek Baked Shrimp with Feta
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Greek Baked Shrimp with Feta

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, uncooked1 medium sized onions, finely chopped2 teaspoons extra virgin...

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Apple BBQ Sauce Chicken Wings
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Apple BBQ Sauce Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup1/4 cup apple juice1/4 cup apple cider vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce3/4...

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Swiss Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Swiss Fondue

Ingredients: 1 lb swiss cheese, shredded1/3 cup rhine wine ( or any other white...

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Jake's on the Lake Style Shrimp Wrapped in Prosciutto
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Jake’s on the Lake Style Shrimp Wrapped in Prosciutto

Ingredients: 18 slices prosciutto, thin18 leaves fresh basil18 extra-large shrimp, peeled, deveined ( or...

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Thai Meatballs With Peanut Sauce
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Thai Meatballs With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g beef minceflour ( for coating)peanut oil ( for frying)2 tablespoons coriander,...

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Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb lump crabmeat1 large eggs4 saltines, crushed1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes3/4...

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Vegetable Tea Sandwiches
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Vegetable Tea Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 large carrots2 small onions2 green peppers3 dill pickles3 hard-boiled eggs1 jar pimientosbread,...

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Vegetarian Afghani Boulanee (Turnovers)
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Vegetarian Afghani Boulanee (Turnovers)

Ingredients: 6 flour tortillas or 6 chapati1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut up into...

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Luscious Lime Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Luscious Lime Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon jalapenos, minced3...

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Smoked Salmon Spread
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Smoked Salmon Spread

Ingredients: 12 ounces smoked salmon2 (8 ounce) packages neufchatel cheese3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons...

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Congealed Pepper Jelly Mold
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Congealed Pepper Jelly Mold

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temp1 cup hot pepper jelly1 tablespoon...

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Roasted Asparagus With Lemon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Roasted Asparagus With Lemon

Ingredients: 2 lbs asparagus1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 lemons, zest...

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Spicy Sweet Wrapped Dates
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Spicy Sweet Wrapped Dates

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls16 large dates, pitted (...

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Cheese and Bacon Sticks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cheese and Bacon Sticks

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry1/2 cup finely grated cheese, i use colby, but any...

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Kryssy's Power Nachos
AppetizersBeansVegetables

Kryssy’s Power Nachos

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat tortilla chips1 cup blue corn tortilla chips1 cup red...

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Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter1/4 cup dry red wine1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 -2...

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molded shrimp spread
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

molded shrimp spread

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans tomato soup8 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup finely chopped onions1/2...

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Homemade Peanut Butter
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Homemade Peanut Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups dry-roasted unsalted peanuts1/4 teaspoon salt Directions: Place peanuts and salt...

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Garlic Cheese Fondue
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Garlic Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 lb swiss cheese, grated1/2 lb gruyere cheese, grated3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon...

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