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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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Scallops Dijon
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Scallops Dijon

Ingredients: 3/4 lb scallopscooking spray1/4 cup dry sherry3 tablespoons coarse grained Dijon mustard1 tablespoon...

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Tuna pockets
AppetizersSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna pockets

Ingredients: 2 cans tuna2 picklesonionsmayonnaise, to tastesalt and pepperwhole grain bread ( “or” what...

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Turkish Meatballs (Kofta)
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Turkish Meatballs (Kofta)

Ingredients: 1 cup fine fresh breadcrumbs1 lb lean ground lamb1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1...

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Aunt Frances' Cheese Ball
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Aunt Frances’ Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese ( softened)1 (6 ounce) cans black olives...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Bacon-Glazed Onions

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions, such as vidalia, cut in wedges8 slices thick hickory...

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Light Pecan Tassies in Cream Cheese Pastry
AppetizersPies and tartsTarts

Light Pecan Tassies in Cream Cheese Pastry

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon granulated sugar1 dash salt1/4 cup low-fat cream cheese,...

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Spicy Shrimp Spread
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Spicy Shrimp Spread

Ingredients: 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce1 teaspoon lemon juice1...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Reuben Roll

Ingredients: 0.5 (17 1/4 ounce) packages frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 cup thousand island dressing1/2...

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Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 0.5 (10 ounce) packages tempura mix0.5 (12 ounce) cans beer1 3/4 cups flaked...

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Tortilla Espagnola (Potato Omelette)
AppetizersBreakfastOmelets and frittatas

Tortilla Espagnola (Potato Omelette)

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes, unpeeled but well scrubbed,boiled but firm & cooked1/4 cup olive...

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Asian Beef Skewers - 3 Points
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Asian Beef Skewers – 3 Points

Ingredients: 3 scallions, sliced2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated peeled1...

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Mexican White Cheese Dip
AppetizersEggs/dairyNorth american

Mexican White Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 2 cups easy melt white processed cheese, shredded3/4 cup milk1/8-1/4 cup pickled jalapeno...

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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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Grilled Shrimp -- Mmmmmm
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Grilled Shrimp — Mmmmmm

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon garlic salt1/2 tablespoon black pepper1 tablespoon...

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Chicken Satay Appetizers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Chicken Satay Appetizers

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts3 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon chili paste or 1...

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Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas1 cup jalapeno flavored cream cheese1 (10 ounce) cans...

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Wiener Bites
AppetizersMeatVery low carbs

Wiener Bites

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs, cut in 6 pieces12 slices bacon, wide ( or twice...

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Cheese Balls Three Ways
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheese Balls Three Ways

Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons fresh...

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Cheddar Rum Spread
AppetizersMain dishSpreads

Cheddar Rum Spread

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded old sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup butter, softened2 green onions, chopped4...

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AppetizersBreakfastSpreads

Bahama Mamma Breakfast Spread

Ingredients: 1/2 cup light cream cheese, softened ( Neufchatel cheese)1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained1/4...

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Ham Balls with Hawaiian Punch Sauce
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Ham Balls with Hawaiian Punch Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground ham3/4 lb ground pork2/3 cup quick oats1 eggs, beaten1/2 cup...

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Kaseropita (Tiropita Using Kaseri Cheese)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSavory pies

Kaseropita (Tiropita Using Kaseri Cheese)

Ingredients: 500 g phyllo pastry ( if you are lucky enough to get the...

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Potato Cheese Croquettes With a  Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Cheese Croquettes With a Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb cool leftover mashed potatoes1 eggs, beaten3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated1...

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Crisp Fried Smelt - Smelts
AppetizersMain dishSaltwater fish

Crisp Fried Smelt – Smelts

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fish fillets, of Smelts which is the name of a family...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Quick Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 (6 inch) flour tortillas1/4 cup Mexican blend cheese, mix Directions: Preheat the...

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Another Chicken Wings Recipe
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Another Chicken Wings Recipe

Ingredients: 24 whole chicken wingssalt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 ounces...

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Roasted Garlic
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Roasted Garlic, Feta, and Walnut Dip, Toasted

Ingredients: 1 medium bulbs of garlic ( end cut off, 1 clove peeled and...

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Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 cups cottage cheese, grated ( paneer)2 teaspoons gram flour ( besan)1/2 teaspoon...

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AppetizersEuropeanGreek

Fried Zucchini

Ingredients: 1 eggs ( beaten)1/3 cup milk1 cup floursaltpepperwater, if needed5 -6 zucchini, cut...

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Balsamic Onion Tartlets
AppetizersEggs/dairyOnions

Balsamic Onion Tartlets

Ingredients: 15 miniature phyllo cups ( 1 package found in the freezer section of...

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My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin seeds1/2 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Directions: Rinse the seeds...

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Maltese Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Maltese Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 baking potatoesolive oil1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Salsa Cheesecake
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salsa Cheesecake

Ingredients: 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese3 eggs1/2 cup salsa3/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup...

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Smoked Salmon Mousse
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Smoked Salmon Mousse

Ingredients: 1/4 ounce unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup boiling water1/2 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise1...

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Hot Cheese Puffs
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Hot Cheese Puffs

Ingredients: 25 slices miniature party rye rounds2 egg whites1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Onion Souffle
AppetizersEggs/dairyOnions

Onion Souffle

Ingredients: 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 (12 ounce) packages frozen onions1/2...

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Seafood Cheese Melts
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Seafood Cheese Melts

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained ( or 7-3/4 can salmon or 6-1/2...

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Fried Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetables

Fried Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans whole pickled jalapeno peppers, drained,divided2/3 cup pimento cheese3/4 cup...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Apple Brickle Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1...

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Quesadilla Wedges
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Quesadilla Wedges

Ingredients: 8 flour tortillas2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese1/2 lb shaved deli roast beef...

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Herby Potato Cakes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Herby Potato Cakes

Ingredients: 800 g waxy potatoes1 large carrots3 garlic cloves1 bunch flat leaf parsley1 tablespoon...

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Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips
AppetizersPoultrySpreads

Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon...

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Pesto Bread
AppetizersBreadsItalian

Pesto Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian breadpesto saucetomatoes, slicedmozzarella cheese, grated Directions: Slice the bread in...

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Honeyed Pineapple
AppetizersDessertPineapple

Honeyed Pineapple

Ingredients: 1 pineapple1/4 cup honey Directions: Peel the pineapple, cut into 4 wedges, and...

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Chinese-Style Chicken Toasts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Chinese-Style Chicken Toasts

Ingredients: 2 chicken breast fillets 2 garlic cloves 2 spring onions 1 red chilies...

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Margarita Dip With Strawberry Shortcake Fruit K-Bobs
AppetizersDessertLunch/snacks

Margarita Dip With Strawberry Shortcake Fruit K-Bobs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat sour cream3 ounces light cream cheese1/3 cup sifted powdered sugar1...

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Greek Polpetes (Potato Cakes)
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Greek Polpetes (Potato Cakes)

Ingredients: 1 lb white potatoes, peeled ( can use leftover mashed potatoes)saltfresh ground black...

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Homemade Honey Peanut Butter
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Homemade Honey Peanut Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups dry-roasted unsalted peanuts1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)1/4 cup honey3/4 teaspoon ground...

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Olive-Nut Spread
AmericanAppetizersSpreads

Olive-Nut Spread

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, soften1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped1/4 cup pimento...

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AppetizersChickenMain dish

Quick Orange-Cumin Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, crushed1/4 cup parsley1/2 cup orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons oil2 tablespoons...

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Individual Pizzas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Individual Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 can biscuits ( 10 count)1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce ( or...

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South of the Border Dip
AppetizersGluten FreeNorth american

South of the Border Dip

Ingredients: 1 packet lipton 7 vegetable soup mix2 cups sour cream1/2 cup salsa (...

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Cocktail Sausages and Meatballs
AppetizersBeefPork

Cocktail Sausages and Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup currant jelly1/4 cup dry red wine1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lemons, rind...

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Xoriatiki (Greek "Village" Salad)
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Xoriatiki (Greek “Village” Salad)

Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes1 cucumbers1 onions1 green peppers1/3 lb feta cheeseolivescapers1/2 cup olive oiloreganosalt...

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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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Zucchini Boats With Ricotta and Basil
AppetizersLow sodiumSide dishes

Zucchini Boats With Ricotta and Basil

Ingredients: 6 small zucchini ( about 1 1/2 pounds)1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup loosely...

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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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Batata Vada (Potato Balls in a Gram Flour Crust)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Batata Vada (Potato Balls in a Gram Flour Crust)

Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes1/2 teaspoon minced ginger1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds1/4 teaspoon...

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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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Bacon Wrapper Water Chestnuts
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Bacon Wrapper Water Chestnuts

Ingredients: 12 slices bacon, cut in half ( may need more or less as...

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