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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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Grilled Shrimp and Pitas With Chickpea Puree
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Grilled Shrimp and Pitas With Chickpea Puree

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, shelled9 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon...

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Savory Spam Crescents
AppetizersMeatSide dishes

Savory Spam Crescents

Ingredients: 10 slices bacon, cut in small pieces1/4 cup onions, finely chopped1 (12 ounce)...

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Middle Eastern Style Black Bean Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Middle Eastern Style Black Bean Salad

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups cooked drained black beans ( approx. 1 cup dried)1/2 cup...

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DePalma's Pizzarotti
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

DePalma’s Pizzarotti

Ingredients: 1 small ready made pizza dough ( such as Boboli , approx. 9″)1...

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Garantita (Algerian Chickpea Pie)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Garantita (Algerian Chickpea Pie)

Ingredients: 2 cups chickpea flour4 cups water1/2 cup oil ( not olive oil)1 tablespoon...

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Baked  Chicken Pot Stickers With Sweet Asian Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Chicken Pot Stickers With Sweet Asian Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans white chicken meat, drained and flaked1 (8 ounce) cans...

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Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini

Ingredients: 16 sun-dried tomatoes, not oil packed1/2 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing1/3 loaf French...

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Simple Quick Breaky
AppetizersBreakfastGrains

Simple Quick Breaky

Ingredients: 1 slice many grain bread, toasted1 1/2 tablespoons peanut butter, we like chunky1/2...

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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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Roquefort Leek Tart
AppetizersEggs/dairyLunch/snacks

Roquefort Leek Tart

Ingredients: 1 (8 inch) pastry dough, for sweet tart crust1 tablespoon unsalted butter2 1/2...

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Lazy Egg Rolls
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Lazy Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef ( diced chicken, turkey, crab, shrimp, pork)2 tablespoons soy...

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Three Little Pigs Snack Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Three Little Pigs Snack Mix

Ingredients: 1 cup potato sticks1 cup pretzel sticks1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks ( or...

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Easy Chili-Cheese Dip
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Easy Chili-Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces brick Velveeta Mexican cheese ( the small brick, any flavor would...

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Passover and All Year Vegetarian Chopped Liver ( Mushrooms )
AppetizersLow carbSpreads

Passover and All Year Vegetarian Chopped Liver ( Mushrooms )

Ingredients: 1 cup sliced mushrooms1 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons margarine3 hard-boiled eggs1/4 lb shelled...

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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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Sausage and Corn Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishPork

Sausage and Corn Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon cavender...

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AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetables

Wolfgang Puck’s No Cook Gazpacho

Ingredients: 10 roma tomatoes, cored and chopped1/2 red bell peppers, cored,seeded and chopped1 English...

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Mustard Cheese Toasties
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Mustard Cheese Toasties

Ingredients: 8 slices French bread4 tablespoons mustard ( I like Colman’s English mustard)4 ounces...

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Easy Ground Beef Gyros
AppetizersGround beefLunch/snacks

Easy Ground Beef Gyros

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef4 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced8 small pita pocket bread,...

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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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Fajita Nachos
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Fajita Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks1 bag tortilla chips2 cups shredded cheese ( choose whatever...

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Spicy Low fat
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Spicy Low fat, New Potatoes

Ingredients: 7 -8 small red potatoesgarlic powderred chili powderMrs. Dash seasoning mix2 tablespoons olive...

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Mifgash Mushrooms
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Mifgash Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil, for frying1 large onions, coarsely chopped1 can button mushrooms, rinsed1...

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My Saganaki
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

My Saganaki

Ingredients: 1/2 lb kasseri cheese ( in 2 large slices)flour ( as needed)1/4 cup...

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4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 12 shrimp ( Jumbo sized, peeled, deveined, & tails intact)2 tablespoons olive oil2...

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Spanish-Style Oven Fries
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Spanish-Style Oven Fries

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs potatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon salt2 garlic cloves,...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Tortellini Antipasto Kebabs

Ingredients: 1 package frozen cheese tortellini1 package sliced pepperoni1 jar black olives1 jar pitted...

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Dates Wrapped in Cheese Pastry
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Dates Wrapped in Cheese Pastry

Ingredients: 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 cup margarine1 1/4 cups sifted flour1/2 teaspoon cayenne...

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Spicy Pineapple Fritters
AppetizersPineappleSide dishes

Spicy Pineapple Fritters

Ingredients: 1 habaneros, minced ( use with or without seeds up to what you...

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Mushroom Cheese Puff Spirals
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Mushroom Cheese Puff Spirals

Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese with vegetables1 (4 ounce) cans mushroom stems and pieces,...

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Deviled Eggs Ranchero
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Deviled Eggs Ranchero

Ingredients: 12 eggs1/2 cup Miracle Whip1/4 cup salsa, chunky and hot,drained1/4 cup monterey jack...

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Spicy Egg Salad Sandwiches
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Spicy Egg Salad Sandwiches

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and finely chopped1/2 cup mayonnaise, plus additional for spreading1...

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Grilled Artichokes With Worcestershire Aioli
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Grilled Artichokes With Worcestershire Aioli

Ingredients: 4 artichokes1/4 cup butter, melted1 -3 clove garlic, minced1/8 cup sesame oil1/8 cup...

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Marinated Vegetables Deluxe
< 15 minsAppetizersSalads

Marinated Vegetables Deluxe

Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower1 bunch broccoli, with stems3 stalks celery6 medium carrots, cut in...

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Panko Crab Cakes and Tartar Sauce (Jessup Lane)
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Panko Crab Cakes and Tartar Sauce (Jessup Lane)

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, not too broken apart1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped1 cup panko3...

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AppetizersChickenPoultry

Grilled Bombay Skewers

Ingredients: 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt or 1 cup low-fat yogurt3 tablespoons soy sauce2...

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Lynn's Killer Clams Casino
AppetizersLow calorieSeafood

Lynn’s Killer Clams Casino

Ingredients: 18 top neck clams ( a little larger than little necks, but still...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Vegetable – Stuffed Tomato Bites

Ingredients: 8 -10 plum tomatoes, about 1 lb, total3 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese2 tablespoons...

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Australian Shrimp on the Barbie
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Australian Shrimp on the Barbie

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup minced fresh herbs, parsley and...

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Delicious  and Oh so Easy Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Delicious and Oh so Easy Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened5 ounces dried beef1 (7 ounce) packages Italian salad...

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Nat's Romaine
AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Nat’s Romaine, Oranges and Avocado Salad

Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce or 2 romaine lettuce hearts ( chopped)4 green onions...

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Red
AppetizersBerriesBlueberries

Red, White and Blue Bruschetta

Ingredients: 15 ounces cannellini beans ( white kidney)4 ounces pimientos1/4 cup dried blueberries2 garlic...

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Drunken Shrimp a La Greque
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Drunken Shrimp a La Greque

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons ouzo1 tablespoon brown sugar2 garlic...

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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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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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Hanky Panky
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Hanky Panky

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 lb hot pork sausage1 small onions, finely diced1 (16...

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Malaysian Curried Prawns
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Malaysian Curried Prawns

Ingredients: 24 large prawns, peeled & deveined1/2 onions4 garlic cloves, crushed4 tablespoons dry white...

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AppetizersBeansSide dishes

White Bean Pate with Tomato Relish

Ingredients: baguette, sliced and toasted1 large tomatoes, chopped1 -2 tablespoon parsley, chopped1 tablespoon balsamic...

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Mediterranean Rice Salad With Shrimp
AppetizersSaladsShrimp

Mediterranean Rice Salad With Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups arborio rice or 1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice1/4 cup...

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Sweet-N-Sour Deviled Eggs  D-V-O
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Sweet-N-Sour Deviled Eggs D-V-O

Ingredients: 12 hard-boiled eggs6 tablespoons mayonnaise5 teaspoons sugar5 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2...

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Baked Pizza Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Baked Pizza Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 potatoes, baked ( do not boil or microwave potatoes)1 -2 tablespoon oil3/4...

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Panko Crusted Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Panko Crusted Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 cup seasoned flour3 large eggs3 tablespoons milk40 large shrimp1 cup panko2 tablespoons...

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Gump Shrimp Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Gump Shrimp Wraps

Ingredients: 16 large shrimp, peeled and deveinedvegetable oil, for drizzling1 teaspoon crushed red pepper...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheesy Asparagus And Ham

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup flour2 cups milk1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese1/4 teaspoon...

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Five Spice Chicken Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksMarinades and rubs

Five Spice Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken wings, cut them up by the joints if you prefer2...

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Parmesan Oven Fries
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Parmesan Oven Fries

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese2 teaspoons...

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Cheese Squares
AppetizersBreadsDessert

Cheese Squares

Ingredients: 1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened2 (5 ounce) jars Kraft Old...

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Broccoli Cheese Dip
AppetizersBroccoliCheese

Broccoli Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise1 (10 ounce) boxes chopped broccoli, thawed...

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Saint Silvester Pudding
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Saint Silvester Pudding

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets, cooked1/2 lb cooked and cleaned shrimp1 lb cooked...

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Crab Rockefeller
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Crab Rockefeller

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1 onions, finely chopped2 packages frozen chopped spinach, cooked and drained1...

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