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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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Seven Fruit Salad
AppetizersDessertSalads

Seven Fruit Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 cup lime juice1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar2 medium nectarines, thinly sliced1 large...

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The Other "shrimp Cocktail"
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

The Other “shrimp Cocktail”

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs shrimp, preferly the medium ones2 bottles Clamato juice, cocktail or...

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Margarita Prawns
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Margarita Prawns

Ingredients: 1/4 cup tequila1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons oil1...

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Roasted Garlic
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Roasted Garlic, Artichoke and Prosciutto Pizza

Ingredients: 1 prepared 12-inch pizza crust1 head roasted garlic ( **directions follow)1/8 teaspoon red...

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Fabulously Fast Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Fabulously Fast Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb of peeled deveined shrimp8 tablespoons butter1 cup salsa ( Emeril’s is...

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Southern Barbecue Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Southern Barbecue Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, shelled and deveined6 tablespoons unsalted butter1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce1/3...

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Giouvarlakia Avgolemono (Rice Meatballs in Egg-Lemon Sauce)
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Giouvarlakia Avgolemono (Rice Meatballs in Egg-Lemon Sauce)

Ingredients: 2 slices whole wheat bread ( crusts removed, soaked in milk & squeezed...

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Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta

Ingredients: 8 tomatoes, vine-ripened, seeded and chopped2 cups vegetable oil or 2 cups canola...

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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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Lasagna Roll Ups
AppetizersLasagnaMain dish

Lasagna Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces dry lasagna noodles16 ounces ricotta cheese2 eggs10 ounces frozen chopped spinach...

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Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons and Bacon Twists
AppetizersLunch/snacksMarinades and rubs

Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons and Bacon Twists

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons gorgonzola, crumbled ( about 1 ounce)1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened2 slices...

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Mom's Favourite Seafood  Appetizers
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Mom’s Favourite Seafood Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 lb sea scallops, nova scotia,large1 lb jumbo shrimp, raw and unshelled2 lbs...

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Pinecone Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Pinecone Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (250 g) packages cream cheese, softened ( light works fine)2 cups shredded...

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Breadsticks Alphabet Dunkers
AppetizersKid FriendlyLunch/snacks

Breadsticks Alphabet Dunkers

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) cans refrigerated breadstick dough1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine,...

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Baked Olives
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Baked Olives

Ingredients: 1 lb black olives ( not canned – use Nicoise or Kalamata)3 cloves...

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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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French Cream Cheese and Preserves
AppetizersBreakfastSpreads

French Cream Cheese and Preserves

Ingredients: 32 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup wildflower honey or 3/4 cup other medium...

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Curried Pork Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Curried Pork Bites

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons garam masala or 2 tablespoons curry powder1 green onions, finely chopped2...

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Ham and Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Ham and Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons dry onion...

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Cranberry-Horseradish Sauce Over Cream Cheese
AppetizersLow proteinSpreads

Cranberry-Horseradish Sauce Over Cream Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans whole berry cranberry sauce1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup minced onions2...

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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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Artichoke Roll
AppetizersEggs/dairyLunch/snacks

Artichoke Roll

Ingredients: 1 (8 count) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese1/4...

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AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Uncle Charly’s Fish Cakes

Ingredients: 1 can salmon, drained3/4 cup mashed potatoes ( minced)2 tablespoons cream2 tablespoons minced...

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Chicken Salad with Toasted Almonds
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken Salad with Toasted Almonds

Ingredients: 4 cups cubed cooked chicken2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 cup creamy salad dressing,...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMarinades and rubs

Easy Dinner Party Marinated Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 cup white wine1/2 cup white wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons brown...

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Warm Crab Spread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Warm Crab Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces neufchatel cheese or 8 ounces cream cheese, softened6 ounces crabmeat, drained...

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AppetizersLow fatLow protein

Homemade Chips

Ingredients: 1 baking potatoes, Unpeeled2 tablespoons fat-free Italian salad dressing Directions: Preheat oven to...

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Spicy Luncheon Roll

Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 lb ground lean pork1 slice bacon, finely chopped...

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Guacamole Pronto!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Guacamole Pronto!

Ingredients: 1 avocados1/4 cup picante sauce ( we use Pace medium)salt and pepper Directions:...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Steamed Pork Wontons

Ingredients: 1/3 cup canned bamboo shoots, drained8 ounces pork loin ( with fatback or...

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Rote Rubensalat (Red-Beet Salad)
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Rote Rubensalat (Red-Beet Salad)

Ingredients: 2 bunches red beets2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon horseradish1/4 cup vinegar1/4 teaspoon ground cloves2...

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Parmesan and Red Onion Hors D'oeuvres
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Parmesan and Red Onion Hors D’oeuvres

Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely minced red onions1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup parmesan cheese Directions: Mix...

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AppetizersSalsasSauces

Grilled Pineapple and Onion Salsa

Ingredients: 1/2 fresh pineapple, cored peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick1 large red onions, sliced...

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Savory Parmesan Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Savory Parmesan Bites

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided2...

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Mmmmmm  Nacho Casserole!!!
AppetizersCasserolesGround beef

Mmmmmm Nacho Casserole!!!

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup water2 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning...

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Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 small chuck roast, cooked and shredded ( or similiar cut of meat)1/2...

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AppetizersBeefMeat

Nippy Franks

Ingredients: 1/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup brown sugar1 dash Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup barbecue sauce2 tablespoons...

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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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Broiled Sweet Onion Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksOnions

Broiled Sweet Onion Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/2 large sweet onions, sliced very thinly then chopped4 teaspoons mayonnaise4 slices sourdough...

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Zucchini Kugel
AppetizersSquashVegetables

Zucchini Kugel

Ingredients: 3 small zucchini, sliced into chunks2 eggs1/4 cup matzo meal1 tablespoon mayonnaise0.5 (1...

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Dad's Favorite French Onion Soup
AppetizersMain dishSoups & stews

Dad’s Favorite French Onion Soup

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter1 lb onions, peeled and finely slicedsalt and pepper1/2 teaspoon ground...

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Baked Chicken Nuggets
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried...

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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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Italian Nachos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Italian Nachos

Ingredients: 12 wonton wrappers1 egg whites, frothed2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon oregano or 1/2...

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Pumpernickel Melts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pumpernickel Melts

Ingredients: 1 loaf sliced pumpernickel cocktail bread1/4-1/3 cup Dijon mustard8 ounces havarti cheese, sliced...

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White Pizza or Pizza Blanca
AppetizersMain dishPizza

White Pizza or Pizza Blanca

Ingredients: 2 cups sliced onions2 minced garlic cloves1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes1/3 cup parmesan...

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Caribbean Fruit Salad With Coconut Cream Dressing
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Caribbean Fruit Salad With Coconut Cream Dressing

Ingredients: fresh pineapple, cored and cut into slicesfresh strawberries, washed and stemmedkiwi fruits, peeled...

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Fabulous Baked Brie
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Fabulous Baked Brie

Ingredients: 1 large brie round3 -4 large apples, peeled, cored & sliced1 cup raisins1/4...

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Dolmadakia With Avgolemono Sauce
AppetizersMain dishWhite rice

Dolmadakia With Avgolemono Sauce

Ingredients: 2/3 cup raw rice1 (1 lb) jar grape leaves6 small onions, finely chopped3/4...

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Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs

Ingredients: 2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1 tablespoon...

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Deep Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Deep Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Ingredients: 16 ounces mozzarella cheese1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed1/2...

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Amazing Stuffed Capsicum
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Amazing Stuffed Capsicum

Ingredients: 4 banana peppers4 slices bacon, chopped2 small chopped onions1 tablespoon minced garlic1/4 cup...

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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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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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Roasted-Pepper Hummus
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Roasted-Pepper Hummus

Ingredients: vegetable oil cooking spray1 red bell peppers2 tablespoons sesame seeds1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Wrapped Scallions
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Wrapped Scallions

Ingredients: 2 bunches scallions, trimmed,leaving the green tops1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2...

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Indian Lentil Sandwich Spread
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Indian Lentil Sandwich Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked lentils4 garlic cloves, pressed2 teaspoons ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2...

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Beef Horseradish Crostini
AppetizersBeefMeat

Beef Horseradish Crostini

Ingredients: 24 slices baguette, 1/2 ” thick3 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil1 lb filet of...

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Baked Garlic
AppetizersBreadsLow fat

Baked Garlic, Brie, and Bread

Ingredients: 3 -4 heads garlicolive oilthymebrie cheese, 4 ozFrench bread ( crusty) Directions: Preheat...

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Pesto Cheesecake
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Pesto Cheesecake

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese ( softened)1 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup grated...

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