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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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Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Peppers

Ingredients: 2 large fresh meaty tomatoessalt & fresh ground pepperfresh mozzarella cheese ( about...

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Cheddar Cheese Cookies
AppetizersCookies and browniesDessert

Cheddar Cheese Cookies

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup butter, melted Directions:...

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Hot Crab  Dip
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Hot Crab Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 medium onions, finely chopped3 tablespoons dry...

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Garbanzo Bean Salad With Tuna and Creamy Lemon Dressing
AppetizersSaladsTuna

Garbanzo Bean Salad With Tuna and Creamy Lemon Dressing

Ingredients: 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt4 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons...

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Old Fashion Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Old Fashion Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 large eggs2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/8...

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Wild Mushroom and Artichoke - Potato Cake
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Wild Mushroom and Artichoke – Potato Cake

Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes, shredded1 yellow onions, grated2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped1/2 teaspoon...

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Delaware Caterer's Chicken Quesadillas
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Delaware Caterer’s Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages perdue grilled and carved southwestern-seasoned chicken breast6 flour tortillas...

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Tahitian Ceviche
AppetizersSoups & stewsTuna

Tahitian Ceviche

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh ahi ( fresh tuna will suffice)1/2 quart lightly salt water...

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Tropical Chicken Roll-ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Tropical Chicken Roll-ups

Ingredients: 2 cooked chicken breasts, cut into cubes4 10 inch whole wheat flour tortillas1...

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Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives

Ingredients: 1/4 cup minced red onions2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste1 tablespoon...

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Bean Pate
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Bean Pate

Ingredients: 14 ounces canned mixed beans, drained2 tablespoons olive oil1 lemons, juice of2 cloves...

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Cranberry Brie Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cranberry Brie Bites

Ingredients: 2 sheets puff pastry1 1/2 cups cranberry sauce1 (10 ounce) triangle brie cheese...

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Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas

Ingredients: burrito size flour tortillas ( the very large ones)3/4 lb smoked cheddar cheese1...

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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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Play-Off Pepperoni Mozzarella Loaf
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Play-Off Pepperoni Mozzarella Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf unsliced Italian bread ( any hard crusted bread)8 ounces mozzarella cheese,...

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Pan-Fried Fresh Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Pan-Fried Fresh Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs salmon fillets1 slice white bread, such as Pepperidge Farm, crusts...

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AppetizersMeatPork

Appetizer Spareribs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs spareribs1 (10 ounce) jars plum jelly1/3 cup soy sauce1/4 cup...

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Al's Garlic Bread
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Al’s Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder3/4 teaspoon...

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Salami Bread or Stromboli
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Salami Bread or Stromboli

Ingredients: 2 packages pre-made pizza dough1/4 lb boiled ham1/4 lb genoa salami1/4 lb pepperoni1/4...

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Frittata Bites
AppetizersEggs/dairyLow calorie

Frittata Bites

Ingredients: 1 cup zucchini, shredded1/2 cup red peppers, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon...

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Grilled Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Grilled Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: olive oil flavored cooking spray1 -2 portabella mushrooms, cap1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsley...

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Norwegian Salmon Roulade
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Norwegian Salmon Roulade

Ingredients: 1/3 cup flour ( 50gr)5 fluid ounces milk ( 150ml)2 eggs1 tablespoon oilsalt,...

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Renkon Butter
AppetizersFishSeafood

Renkon Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon peanut oil6 slices fresh lotus root, peeled, cut...

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Onion-Cheese Squares
AppetizersCheeseOnions

Onion-Cheese Squares

Ingredients: 3 cups onions, chopped1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine3 cups milk, scalded4...

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Marinated Baby Mozzarella
AppetizersEggs/dairySouth west pacific

Marinated Baby Mozzarella

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, tightly packed1/4 cup basil leaves, tightly...

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Shrimp Stuffed Puff Pastries
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Stuffed Puff Pastries

Ingredients: 6 puff pastry shells1/2 lb small shrimp, cooked1 dash onion salt, to taste1...

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Zucchini Spread
AppetizersSpreadsSquash

Zucchini Spread

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups zucchini, unpeeled, shredded ( equiv. to 1 pound)1/4 cup fresh...

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Pico De Gallo
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Pico De Gallo

Ingredients: 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes1/2 cup diced sweet onions1/2 cup diced poblano peppers1...

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< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Dorothy’s Leek Stuff

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, defrosted but kept cold in fridge1 leeks, sliced (...

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Tex Mex Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Tex Mex Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled1 tablespoon diced green onions1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro1 small...

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Spiced Pita Triangles
AppetizersBreadsLow fat

Spiced Pita Triangles

Ingredients: 4 pita bread roundsolive oilgarlic powderpaprika Directions: Brush pita with olive oil.Sprinkle lightly...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mountains Raclette

Ingredients: 1/3 lb raclette cheese2 -3 potatoes4 slices bacon2 slices pancetta2 slices meat (...

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Shira's Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
AppetizersSpreadsTomatoes

Shira’s Sun-Dried Tomato Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces sun-dried tomatoes3 -4 garlic cloves, to taste8 leaves basil, chopped (...

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Seven Sisters Secret Sauce!!
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Seven Sisters Secret Sauce!!

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons plain yogurt2 1/2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 1/2 tablespoons tahini, sauce1/2-1 teaspoon Dijon...

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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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Mexicali Popcorn  D-V-O
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexicali Popcorn D-V-O

Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix1 tablespoon chopped dried chives4 quarts popped...

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Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 2 egg whites1/3 cup sesame seeds3 tablespoons finely chopped pecansvegetable oil ( for...

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Jake's Easy Appetizer
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Jake’s Easy Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packets Good Seasonings Italian salad dressing mix ( dry)1...

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AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Hummus Bi Tahina (Turkish Hummus)

Ingredients: 200 g chickpeas, precooked1/3 cup tahini3 whole lemons, juice of100 ml olive oil2...

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Crunchy Ramen Chicken Salad
AppetizersChickenSalads

Crunchy Ramen Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 (3 ounce) packages oriental-flavor instant ramen noodles2 tablespoons sesame seeds1/4...

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Crunchy Potato Wedges
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Crunchy Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 4 baking potatoes, scrubbed and dried1/2 cup butter, melted2 garlic cloves, pressed1 teaspoon...

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Korean Spinach Soup
AppetizersGround beefSoups & stews

Korean Spinach Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh spinach1 green onions, sliced1 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon sesame oil1/2...

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Grilled Marinated Chicken Breasts
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Marinated Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 thick boneless skinless chicken breasts1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black...

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Chicken Fingers Remoulade
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Chicken Fingers Remoulade

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup snipped chives or 1/4 cup chopped green onions1 tablespoon...

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Cheese and Chili Pepper Squares
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cheese and Chili Pepper Squares

Ingredients: 1 lb grated cheddar cheese1 lb grated monterey jack cheese1 (4 ounce) cans...

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Battered Chicken Tapas With Honey and Mustard  ( Pollo Rebozado)
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Battered Chicken Tapas With Honey and Mustard ( Pollo Rebozado)

Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts, cut in to bite sized pieces3 eggsflour, sufficient to coat...

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Spinach Rolls
AppetizersNorth americanVegetables

Spinach Rolls

Ingredients: 1 package big flour tortillas ( Burrito size)1 package hidden valley ranch dressing...

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Shrimp and Prosciutto With Balsamic Dressing
AppetizersPorkShrimp

Shrimp and Prosciutto With Balsamic Dressing

Ingredients: 2 small red bell peppers45 ounces garbanzo beans ( chick peas)10 artichoke bottoms,...

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Paula Deen's Chicken Nuggets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Paula Deen’s Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 2 cups crushed sour cream and onion potato chips1 eggs2 tablespoons milk6 chicken...

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Hawaiian Tea Sandwiches Filling
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Hawaiian Tea Sandwiches Filling

Ingredients: 2 cups crushed pineapple, drained1 cup sugar1 cup chopped nuts1 (8 ounce) packages...

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Caponata
AppetizersLow proteinVegan

Caponata

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili peppers3 tablespoons extra virgin olive...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Smoked Turkey Rollups

Ingredients: 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese4 green onions, chopped1/2 cup cucumbers, seeded and chopped1/2...

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5 Ingredient Baked Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

5 Ingredient Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 baked potatoes, cooled4 ounces cream cheese1/4 cup bacon bits3/4 cup cheddar cheese,...

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Bette Davis Eyes Appetizers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Bette Davis Eyes Appetizers

Ingredients: 4 ounces montrachet or 4 ounces other french goat cheese25 seedless grapes1/2 cup...

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AppetizersMeatPork

Jalapeno Poppers, “Armadillo Eggs” (no stuffing)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb monterey jack cheese1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese1/2 lb hot pork sausage...

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Sweet Potato Cakes and Mojito Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Sweet Potato Cakes and Mojito Sauce

Ingredients: 3 sweet potatoes, peeled and cooked ( I usually just steam them or...

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Bruschetta with White Beans
AppetizersBeansWeeknight

Bruschetta with White Beans, Tomatoes and Olives

Ingredients: 1 cup dried great northern beans3 plum tomatoes, seeded,chopped1/4 cup chopped pitted kalamata...

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Moroccan Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad
AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Moroccan Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb eggplants, peeled and diced1 red bell peppers, coarsely chopped1/2 cup chopped...

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Delish Grilled Pineapple from Alton Brown
AppetizersPineappleSide dishes

Delish Grilled Pineapple from Alton Brown

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon chili powder3 teaspoons dark brown sugar1 pineapple, cut...

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Sun-Dried Tomato Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Sun-Dried Tomato Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup mozzarella cheese1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in...

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