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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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Veggie Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Veggie Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 medium summer squash, grated1 medium zucchini, grated1 medium onions, sliced1 bell peppers,...

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Cream Cheese and Olive Sandwiches
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Cream Cheese and Olive Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup chopped pimento stuffed olives1/2 cup chopped...

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Mexican Garlic Chicken Bites
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Mexican Garlic Chicken Bites

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cilantro, minced2 teaspoons coarse black pepper8 cloves garlic, minced1 lb boneless...

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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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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Sour Cream Hamburger Sandwich Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread1 1/2-2 lbs ground beef2 cups sour cream2 cups cheddar...

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Peachy Cream Cheese Jalapeno Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Peachy Cream Cheese Jalapeno Spread

Ingredients: 1/4 cup peach preserves or 1/4 cup apricot preserves1/2 red jalapeno chiles, seeded...

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Cucumber Slices With Salmon Mousse
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Cucumber Slices With Salmon Mousse

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon whipping cream2 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon fresh lime juice1 shallots,...

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Grilled Fresh Figs on Rosemary Skewers
AppetizersDessertFruit

Grilled Fresh Figs on Rosemary Skewers

Ingredients: 4 stalks fresh rosemary, about 6 inches long4 large firm ripe figs, any...

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Rachael Ray's Thick Cut Onion Rings With Spicy Dipping Sauce
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Rachael Ray’s Thick Cut Onion Rings With Spicy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: vegetable oil2 large sweet vidalia onions2 (5 ounce) cans evaporated milk1 cup flour1/2...

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Cheesy Mushroom Crescent Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cheesy Mushroom Crescent Puffs

Ingredients: 3/4 lb fresh button mushrooms, coarsley choppedsalt and pepper3 -4 tablespoons fresh parsley,...

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AppetizersApplesLunch/snacks

Skor Chip Apple Dip

Ingredients: 1 package softened cream cheese1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup white sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla1/2...

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Pineapple Princess Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Pineapple Princess Salsa

Ingredients: 1 fresh pineapple1 mangoes1 red sweet bell peppers2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped2 tablespoons rice...

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Minted Fennel
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Minted Fennel

Ingredients: 2 heads fennel, trimmed and split2 cups chicken stock2 teaspoons sugar3 teaspoons concentrated...

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Spinach Dip Pinwheels
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Spinach Dip Pinwheels

Ingredients: 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 (3 -5 ounce) packages...

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Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Peanut Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 200 g firm tofu2 tablespoons cornstarchsalt and pepper, to tasteoil, for frying1 tablespoon...

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the very best phyllo wrapped brie!!
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

the very best phyllo wrapped brie!!

Ingredients: 6 sheets phyllo dough, 12 x 18 inch ( the key to this...

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Mini Sweet Bell Peppers
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Mini Sweet Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) container miniature bell peppers1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese3 cloves...

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Baked Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Baked Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk1/2 cup crushed...

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Goat Cheese With Honey
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Goat Cheese With Honey

Ingredients: 6 ounces log soft fresh goat cheese, cut into 4 rounds2 tablespoons orange...

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Mama's Nachos Grande!!!
AmericanAppetizersSouthwestern u.s.

Mama’s Nachos Grande!!!

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sunflower oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil1 onions, finely chopped1/2 green...

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Ham and Broccoli Ring
AppetizersMain dishPork

Ham and Broccoli Ring

Ingredients: 4 ounces ham4 ounces fresh broccoli1 small onions1/2 cup fresh parsley6 ounces swiss...

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Larb Gai - Spicy Thai Chicken Salad
AppetizersAsianThai

Larb Gai – Spicy Thai Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, minced in food processor ( do not...

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Baked Bloomin' Onion
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Baked Bloomin’ Onion

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4...

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Tomatoes Broiled with Goat Cheese and Basil
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Tomatoes Broiled with Goat Cheese and Basil

Ingredients: 4 medium tomatoes3 ounces soft goat cheese or 3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheesefresh...

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Garlic Pretzels
AmericanAppetizersNorth american

Garlic Pretzels

Ingredients: 1 (27 ounce) bags of bite sized pretzels3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 cup melted...

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Crab Meat Alma
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Meat Alma

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or margarine1 bunch green onions, chopped1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped1/2...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs

Baked Brie in Bread

Ingredients: 3/4 cup flour1/4 cup room temp butter1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese8 ounces...

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Zucchini Squares
AppetizersLow carbVegetarian

Zucchini Squares

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups zucchini, shredded ( I used the food processor)4 tablespoons olive...

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Zester Chips
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Zester Chips

Ingredients: 4 large potatoesoil ( for frying) Directions: Use a zester to cut potatoes...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Adult Popcorn

Ingredients: 1 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1 pinch...

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Japanese-Style Tofu
AppetizersLunch/snacksSoy/tofu

Japanese-Style Tofu

Ingredients: 1/2 lb firm tofu, drained1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon...

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Mexican Seafood Cocktail
AppetizersNorth americanSeafood

Mexican Seafood Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chilled Clamato juice ( or 1 cup tomato juice and...

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Light Orange-Roasted Salmon
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Light Orange-Roasted Salmon

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes1/4 teaspoon sugar1/8...

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Hors d'Asparagus
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Hors d’Asparagus

Ingredients: 2 loaves sandwich bread4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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Barbecue Hot Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMeat

Barbecue Hot Dogs

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs ( or vegetarian alternative)1 medium onions ( chopped)2 tablespoons vinegar1...

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Nuclear Nuts
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Nuclear Nuts

Ingredients: 2 lbs peanuts, roasted,and unsalted ( or salted if you prefer)1/4-1/2 cup maple...

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Roasted Halloumi
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Roasted Halloumi, Bean, Tomato and Asparagus Salad

Ingredients: olive oil flavored cooking spray250 g asparagus, trimmed400 g green beans, trimmed250 g...

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Swiss Cheese Cranberry and Pineapple Spread
AppetizersPineappleSpreads

Swiss Cheese Cranberry and Pineapple Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces soft cream cheese with pineapple6 ounces swiss cheese, shredded1/2 cup dried...

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Garlic Steamed Clams

Ingredients: 3 dozen hard shelled clams, well scrubbed1 tablespoon cornmeal2 tablespoons olive oil8 cloves...

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AppetizersBreadsSpreads

Italian olive oil dip

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 cloves garlic ( minced)1 tablespoon italian seasoning ( dried,in...

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Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon

Ingredients: 12 whole canned water chestnuts4 slices bacon4 fluid ounces ketchup3 tablespoons brown sugar...

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Warm Onion Spread
< 15 minsAppetizersSpreads

Warm Onion Spread

Ingredients: 2 cups sweet onions, chopped fine1 1/2 cups mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon onion powder2 cups...

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Aunt Rae's Swedish Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Aunt Rae’s Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 lb ground pork1 teaspoon allspice1 cup breadcrumbs ( I...

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Hot Crab Meat Dip
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Hot Crab Meat Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese7 ounces crabmeat2 tablespoons chopped onions1/2 teaspoon creamed horseradish1/4 teaspoon...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Indian Snack Mix

Ingredients: 2 cups Corn Chex2 cups shredded wheat cereal, crushed3 cups Rice Krispies1 (12...

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Fresh Vegetable Tian
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Fresh Vegetable Tian

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1 small...

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Bowl Game Bruschetta Lucci Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseTomatoes

Bowl Game Bruschetta Lucci Appetizer

Ingredients: 6 medium plum tomatoes, diced2 ounces extra virgin olive oil3 garlic cloves, finely...

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Stacey's Creamy Fruit Pizza
AppetizersDessertPuddings and mousses

Stacey’s Creamy Fruit Pizza

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans pillsbury original refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 (3 1/2 ounce)...

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Warm Mozzarella Salad
AppetizersEggs/dairySalads

Warm Mozzarella Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese ( sliced 1/2in. thick)2 tablespoons extra virgin olive...

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Vegan Red Potato Salad from Whole Foods Cookbook
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Vegan Red Potato Salad from Whole Foods Cookbook

Ingredients: 3 lbs red potatoes1/2 cup chopped parsley6 scallions, finely sliced2 teaspoons salt1 1/2...

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Texas Fries
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Texas Fries

Ingredients: 32 ounces frozen french fries ( or use your favorite home made version)1...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3/4 cup mayonnaise1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1...

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Easy Crowd Pleaser Tuna Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksTuna

Easy Crowd Pleaser Tuna Cakes

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna in water, drained3 eggs1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/4 cup...

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Chicken Phyllo Mini Tarts
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Chicken Phyllo Mini Tarts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter3 shallots, finely chopped1 roasted red peppers, chopped ( I used...

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Aloo Ki Tikiyan (Vegan)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Aloo Ki Tikiyan (Vegan)

Ingredients: 4 big potatoes1 onions, finely chopped5 -6 green chilies, chopped1/2 cup cilantro leaves,...

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Chex Caramel Corn
AppetizersDessertKid Friendly

Chex Caramel Corn

Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups Corn Chex or 4 1/2 cups Rice Chex4 cups popped...

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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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Chocolate Halloween Mice
AppetizersCandyDessert

Chocolate Halloween Mice

Ingredients: 4 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares1/3 cup sour cream1 cup chocolate wafers,...

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Cherry tomato and Feta cheese slice
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cherry tomato and Feta cheese slice

Ingredients: 1 sheet ready rolled puff pastry, thawed2 tablespoons olive oil500 g cherry tomatoes1...

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Chinese Spring Rolls (Shanghai) Dim Sum
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Chinese Spring Rolls (Shanghai) Dim Sum

Ingredients: 1 cup unbleached flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs, beaten2 cups water, approximatelyvegetable oil1 tablespoon...

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