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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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Creamy Bacon Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Creamy Bacon Bites

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese4 slices bacon, cooked,drained and crumbled2 tablespoons minced onions1/8 teaspoon...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Churros

Ingredients: vegetable oil or olive oil1 cup water1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter1/4...

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Monterey Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Monterey Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 1 lb monterey jack cheese1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions: Preheat...

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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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Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons (Crab Rangoon)
AppetizersCheeseCrab

Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons (Crab Rangoon)

Ingredients: 4 cups oil ( for deep frying, or you can use non-stick, zero-calorie...

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< 30 minsAppetizersVegetarian

Vegetarian Rollups

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese8 ounces sour cream4 ounces black olives, drained4 1/2 ounces...

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AppetizersDessertFruit

Fresh Fruit Kebabs

Ingredients: 3 bananas ( cut into 1 inch chunks)2 cups pineapple chunks ( 30-40...

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Tomato-Basil Appetizers
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetables

Tomato-Basil Appetizers

Ingredients: 6 firm cherry tomatoes6 small fresh mozzarella balls12 fresh basil leavesextra virgin olive...

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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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Buffalo Style Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Buffalo Style Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced parsley1/2 teaspoon hot...

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Berry Nachos
AppetizersBerriesDessert

Berry Nachos

Ingredients: 4 6-inch flour tortillasoil ( for deep frying)1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1 jar...

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Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)

Ingredients: 1 lb roasted peanuts1/4 cup peanut oil ( to taste)1 small onions, finely...

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Shrimp Toast
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Toast

Ingredients: 4 slices white bread8 ounces cooked peeled shrimp1 tablespoon soy sauce2 garlic cloves,...

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Stuffed Mushrooms with Feta and Spinach
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Stuffed Mushrooms with Feta and Spinach

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil6 large mushroom caps1/2 cup spinach, cooked mushroom stems,finely chopped2...

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Oven-Baked Chinese Spareribs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Oven-Baked Chinese Spareribs

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons honey3 tablespoons hoisin...

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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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AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Yummy Stuffed Eggplant with Meat and Rice

Ingredients: 2 lbs small eggplants or 2 medium eggplantssalt and pepper1 -2 tablespoon tomato...

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Halloumi and Olives Skewers
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Halloumi and Olives Skewers

Ingredients: 10 pieces one inch halloumi cheese, cubes10 large pitted kalamata olives (extra large)...

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Tuna Salsa Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksTuna

Tuna Salsa Wraps

Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) envelopes chunk light tuna or 1 (7 ounce) envelopes albacore...

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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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Martha's Beef and Scallion Rolls
AppetizersAsianMeat

Martha’s Beef and Scallion Rolls

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil1 red bell peppers, ribs and seeds removed, cut into...

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When Pigs Fly Appetizer
AppetizersMeatPork

When Pigs Fly Appetizer

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork loin chops, cut into 3/4-inch cubes2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 (14...

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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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Fried Baby Artichokes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Fried Baby Artichokes

Ingredients: 1 lemons, halved12 baby artichokes3 cups olive oil1/3 cup flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1...

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Mirj's Faux Crab Salad
AppetizersCrabSalads

Mirj’s Faux Crab Salad

Ingredients: 300 g imitation crabmeat ( I use Alaska pollack)1 bunch scallions, green part...

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Sweet Potato Balls
AppetizersSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Balls

Ingredients: 3 lbs sweet potatoes, cooked and drained2 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4...

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Swordfish Kebabs
AppetizersFishSeafood

Swordfish Kebabs

Ingredients: 2 lbs swordfish steaks, cut into large cubes3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 lemons, juice...

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Bagel Crisps
AppetizersLow fatSide dishes

Bagel Crisps

Ingredients: 4 bagelssaltchili powderoil ( for deep frying) Directions: Slice bagels in half and...

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Warm Goat's Cheese on Toast and Lettuce
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Warm Goat’s Cheese on Toast and Lettuce

Ingredients: 4 ounces goat cheese4 slices country bread10 lettuce leaves6 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon...

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Brie and Mango Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Brie and Mango Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 1/2 cubes1 large mangoes,...

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Red Pepper Hummus
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow in...

Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 garlic cloves1/2 cup jarred roasted...

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Baked Zucchini
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Baked Zucchini

Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini2 tablespoons butter, melted ( or olive oil)1 tablespoon fresh oregano...

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Garlic and Herb Marinated Artichokes
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Garlic and Herb Marinated Artichokes

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, chopped1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill1/4 cup...

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Eugenia's Funghi Al Forno
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Eugenia’s Funghi Al Forno

Ingredients: 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley6 cloves minced garlic1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes1...

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Big Ol' Mess (Smoked Sausage in Spicy Sweet Sauce)
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Ol’ Mess (Smoked Sausage in Spicy Sweet Sauce)

Ingredients: 1 lb smoked sausage, cut into chunks3 jalapeno peppers, sliced1 green bell peppers,...

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Beet Salad With Skordalia Dressing (Garlic-Potato Puree)
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Beet Salad With Skordalia Dressing (Garlic-Potato Puree)

Ingredients: 15 medium beets, with their greens ( or more)best quality extra virgin olive...

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Candy Nuts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Candy Nuts

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cashews or 1 1/2 cups peanuts or 1 1/2 cups...

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Chili Bread
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chili Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread ( 1 lb.)1 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed...

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AppetizersPineappleSalads

Mom’s Orange Souffle Salad

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits2 packages orange Jell-O1 cup hot orange...

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Cold Cucumber Soup
AppetizersLimeSoups & stews

Cold Cucumber Soup

Ingredients: 1 medium vidalia onions, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 tablespoon olive oil3 cucumbers, peeled,diced2...

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Garlic Lime Soup
AppetizersLow proteinSoups & stews

Garlic Lime Soup

Ingredients: 1 quart good chicken stock1/2 cup sliced garlic cloves ( not TOO thin)3...

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Cranberry-Glazed Brie
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cranberry-Glazed Brie

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages fresh cranberries3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar1/3 cup currants1/3...

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Snow Peas'n Cream Cheese
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Snow Peas’n Cream Cheese

Ingredients: 24 snow peas, trimmed1 1/4 tablespoons horseradish3 drops Tabasco sauce6 ounces low-fat cream...

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Hot Pepper and Garlic Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Hot Pepper and Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined10 large garlic cloves, peeled and thinly...

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Twisted Quesadillas
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Twisted Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresno chile pepper ( 1 medium)1/2...

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Easy Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Easy Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, flaked1 eggs, beaten1 cup cracker crumbs1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon...

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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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Mussels in White Wine
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mussels in White Wine

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1 clove garlic, minced1/4 cup finely diced celery1/2...

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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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Broussard's Shrimp Chandeleur
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Broussard’s Shrimp Chandeleur

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 cup flour1 1/2 cups milk1/2 cup heavy cream1 teaspoon...

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Best Ever and Most Popular Garlic Chips with Hummus
AmericanAppetizersBreads

Best Ever and Most Popular Garlic Chips with Hummus

Ingredients: 2 (7 ounce) packages of your favorite hummus ( different flavors)1 (20 ounce)...

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Sweet Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Sweet Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh corn or 2 cups frozen corn ( if using frozen...

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Chocolate Toffee Cheese Ball
AppetizersChocolateDessert

Chocolate Toffee Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 teaspoon vanilla3/4 cup powdered sugar2...

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Spinach " Brownies"
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Spinach ” Brownies”

Ingredients: 1 cup flour2 eggs12 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking...

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Russian Radish-Tomato-Mint Salad
AppetizersSaladsTomatoes

Russian Radish-Tomato-Mint Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 lb radishes2 tomatoes4 mint leaves4 scallions, sliced ( or 1/3 red onion,...

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Sweet Sausage Rolls
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Sweet Sausage Rolls

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls24 cocktail smoked sausage links1/2 cup...

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Country Ham Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksMeat

Country Ham Bites

Ingredients: 2 cups Bisquick3/4 cup milk2 country ham slices, cut into small pieces1 cup...

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Marianne's Marinated Vegetables
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Marianne’s Marinated Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped3/4 cup carrots, sliced diagonally1 cup celery, sliced...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Cheddar Ale Pub Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces old cheddar cheese, shredded8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 tablespoon strong ale...

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Chipped Beef Dip
AppetizersEggs/dairyLow carb

Chipped Beef Dip

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (2 1/2 ounce) jars chipped beef,...

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