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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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Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas
AppetizersEggsMain dish

Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped yellow onions2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1...

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Apple Empanadas
AppetizersApplesDessert

Apple Empanadas

Ingredients: 2 cups flour1 teaspoon salt1 cup shortening6 -7 tablespoons water1 eggs, beaten (...

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Quick Pizza Snacks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Quick Pizza Snacks

Ingredients: 1 package refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 (8 ounce) packages thin sliced pepperoni1 (8 ounce)...

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AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetables

French Onion Soup

Ingredients: 500 g onions6 cups veal stock2 cups white wine1/2 cup butter1/2 teaspoon cayenne...

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Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Ingredients: 1 cup rice ( I use Carolina for this recipe)4 cups chopped onions1/2...

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Drew's Homemade Pimiento Cheese - Spicy or Mild
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Drew’s Homemade Pimiento Cheese – Spicy or Mild

Ingredients: 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese ( 8 ounces)1/4-1/2 cup mayonnaise ( I...

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Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon

Ingredients: 6 -8 large tortillas16 ounces soften cream cheese1 cup prepared salsa1 cup shredded...

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Uncle Bill's Salmon Nuggets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Uncle Bill’s Salmon Nuggets

Ingredients: 1 (7 1/2 ounce) cans of pacific sockeye salmon1/4 cup chopped green onions1...

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Yoghurt and Pineapple Croissants
AppetizersBreakfastPineapple

Yoghurt and Pineapple Croissants

Ingredients: 2 small plain croissants2 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt1 tablespoon crushed pineapple1/8 teaspoon black...

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Shrimp and Butternut Squash in Coconut Milk Broth
AppetizersShrimpSoups & stews

Shrimp and Butternut Squash in Coconut Milk Broth

Ingredients: 3/4 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons...

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AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

East Coast Crab Appetizers

Ingredients: 1/2 lb cheese spread3/4 cup butter1 lb crabmeat, shredded1 (4 ounce) cans mushrooms,...

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Sauteed Scallops with Mustard
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauteed Scallops with Mustard

Ingredients: 12 big scallops2 tablespoons olive oil6 tablespoons whipping cream6 ounces spinach leaves (...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Chickpeas, Tomato and Walnut Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups drained cooked chickpeas1 medium tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup walnuts, broken into pieces1/4...

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Breaded Eggplant (Oven-Baked)
AppetizersVegetablesVegetarian

Breaded Eggplant (Oven-Baked)

Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, peeled and cut crosswise ( I cut 1/4-1/2 inch wide)1...

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Raw Slaw
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Raw Slaw, Avocado Cups

Ingredients: 12 baby carrots1 green apples1/4-1/2 cup onions ( depending on taste)1/2 cup packed...

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Taco Fries
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Taco Fries

Ingredients: 2 medium baking potatoes, unpeeled,cut into french fry strips1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages...

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Savory Party Bread
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Savory Party Bread

Ingredients: 1 lb unsliced round loaf sourdough bread1 lb monterey jack cheese, sliced1/2 cup...

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Marinated Goat Cheese Rounds With Crostini
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Marinated Goat Cheese Rounds With Crostini

Ingredients: 6 ounces fresh soft fresh goat cheese3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar ( or...

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1-1-1 Tempura Batter
AppetizersLow fatLow sodium

1-1-1 Tempura Batter

Ingredients: 1 eggs1 cup flour1 cup water, ice cold Directions: Mix all ingredients together...

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Roasted Red Bell Peppers
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Roasted Red Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 3 red peppers3 garlic cloves, sliced thin2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1...

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Cajun Grilled Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cajun Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled deveined, and be sure they are thawed, if using...

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Basic and Simple Shrimp Salad
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Basic and Simple Shrimp Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, precooked1/2 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup celery, celery ( fresh)2 teaspoons Old...

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Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef 2 minced garlic cloves 1 tablespoon sherry wine...

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Bat Eyes
AppetizersLow carbVegetables

Bat Eyes

Ingredients: 24 black olives16 ounces whipped cream cheese Directions: Stuff olives with cream cheese....

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AppetizersOne Dish mealSandwiches

Yummy Cheeseburger Loaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small onions, chopped1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed tomato...

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Bite Size Goat Cheese and Walnut Cheesecake
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetarian

Bite Size Goat Cheese and Walnut Cheesecake

Ingredients: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup finely ground walnuts1 tablespoon melted butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Guero's Shrimp Alambres
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Guero’s Shrimp Alambres

Ingredients: 25 skewers, metal,wooden4 onions10 tomatillos5 bell peppers10 lbs jumbo shrimp5 ounces chopped garlic2...

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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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Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub
AppetizersMain dishMarinades and rubs

Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter8 fresh mushrooms, sliced8 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup whipping...

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The Best Cucumber Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

The Best Cucumber Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 loaf squishy white bread1 English cucumbers1/4 cup very thinly sliced sweet onions1/4...

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Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

Ingredients: 1 lb country-style phyllo pastry ( if you can’t get that, regular phyllo...

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Old Bay Holiday Crab Ball
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Old Bay Holiday Crab Ball

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, patted dry & finely shredded ( I use a food...

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AppetizersSaladsSeafood

Seafood Salad

Ingredients: 2 green onions or 2 scallions1/2 diced green bell peppers1 diced celery, destrung1...

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Luscious Chocolate Butter
AppetizersBreakfastCondiments

Luscious Chocolate Butter

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled Directions: Cut...

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Drunken Shrimp a La Greque
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Drunken Shrimp a La Greque

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons ouzo1 tablespoon brown sugar2 garlic...

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Cucumber Sandwich Filling
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Cucumber Sandwich Filling

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise ( CAN ADD MORE IF NEEDED)1...

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AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Rochester Quiche

Ingredients: 1 deep dish pie shells, prebaked6 slices bacon1 cup sliced mushrooms1/2 cup onions,...

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Cheese Puffs with Salsa Cream Filling
AmericanAppetizersSouthwestern u.s.

Cheese Puffs with Salsa Cream Filling

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces1 teaspoon saltfresh ground black pepperfreshly grated...

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Avery Island Deviled Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Avery Island Deviled Shrimp

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 lb breaded shrimp ( frozen or your own)2 tablespoons butter1...

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AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Mirj’s Hummous Variation

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans chickpeas1 lemons, zested and juiced1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black...

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French Chopped Chicken Liver Pate
AppetizersChickenPoultry

French Chopped Chicken Liver Pate

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken livers3 tablespoons chicken fat or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus...

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Aloha Meatballs
AppetizersLow sat. fatLow sodium

Aloha Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey or 1 lb 96% lean ground beef1 cup cooked...

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Super Easy Egg Rolls
AppetizersAsianVegetables

Super Easy Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package prepared egg roll wraps ( about 18 rolls)2 cups...

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Creamy Chipotle Chicken Salad
AppetizersChicken breastSpreads

Creamy Chipotle Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 vidalia onions, diced1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour...

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Never fail Garlic Bread
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Never fail Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 150 g margarine2 -3 teaspoons chopped garlicdried Italian herb seasoning1 teaspoon sugarcrusty bread,...

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Super Super Bowl Smokies (Crock Pot- or Not)
AppetizersLunch/snacksNorth american

Super Super Bowl Smokies (Crock Pot- or Not)

Ingredients: 3 lbs Little Smokies sausages1 lb brown sugar Directions: Mix ingredients in crock...

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Gorkhali Chicken Satay
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Gorkhali Chicken Satay

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts, thinly sliced and cut in 2-inch lengthbamboo skewers, soaked...

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Cheesy Pretzels
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Cheesy Pretzels

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal all-purpose flour2/3 cup milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese...

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Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad

Ingredients: 1 loaf focaccia bread5 -6 ripe tomatoes, chopped2 tablespoons chopped fresh basilred onions,...

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Zucchini Balls
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Zucchini Balls

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onions, grated4 -6 small zucchini, grated3 tablespoons parmesan...

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Homemade Pimento Cheese
AppetizersHigh calciumLunch/snacks

Homemade Pimento Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 cups shredded medium cheddar1 (4 ounce) jars...

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Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsLow cholesterol

Tomato Bruschetta, Low Cal

Ingredients: 8 slices Italian bread2 garlic cloves, halved1 teaspoon olive oil2 tablespoons onions, minced1...

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Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)

Ingredients: 1/4 cup ultra light mayonnaise or 1/4 cup light mayonnaise1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1...

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Celery Victor
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Celery Victor

Ingredients: 6 celery hearts or celery1/2 cup wine vinegar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon fresh lemon...

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AppetizersSpreadsWeeknight

Banana Peppers ala Dave

Ingredients: 14 -15 seeded and chopped banana peppers1 can diced tomatoes1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons...

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AppetizersCrabShrimp

Seafood Hors D’oeuvres

Ingredients: 6 English muffins ( 12 halves)1/2-1 cup butter1 jar Kraft Old English cheese...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Homemade Low Calorie Potato Chips

Ingredients: 1 large potatoes, scrubbed clean and sliced wafer thin1/2 teaspoon olive oilsalt or...

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Endive with Grapefruit
AppetizersCitrusLunch/snacks

Endive with Grapefruit

Ingredients: 2 heads endive1/3 cup cream cheese1 tablespoon dried dill1 grapefruits Directions: Wash, trim,...

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Little Reubens
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Little Reubens

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and patted...

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