Skip to content
  • Home
  • How to cook
  • Tips for home chefs
  • Healthy lifestyle
  • FAQ
  • All Recipes
    • < 15 mins
    • < 30 mins
    • < 4 hours
    • < 60 mins
    • 5 ingredients or less
    • African
    • American
    • Appetizers
    • Apples
    • Asian
    • Bananas
    • Bar cookies
    • Beans
    • Beef
    • Beef roast
    • Beef steaks
    • Berries
    • Beverages
    • Blueberries
    • Breads
    • Breakfast
    • Broccoli
    • Brownies
    • Cakes
    • Canadian
    • Candy
    • Caribbean
    • Carrots
    • Casseroles
    • Cheese
    • Cheesecake
    • Cherries
    • Chicken
    • Chicken breast
    • Chinese
    • Chocolate
    • Citrus
    • Cobblers and crisps
    • Coconut
    • Coffee cakes
    • Condiments
    • Cookies and brownies
    • Corn
    • Crab
    • Diabetic
    • Drop cookies
    • Eggs
    • Eggs/dairy
    • Elbow macaroni
    • English
    • European
    • Fish
    • For 1 or 2
    • For large groups
    • Free of…
    • French
    • Frozen desserts
    • Fruit
    • Garnishes
    • German
    • Gluten Free
    • Grains
    • Granola and porridge
    • Greek
    • Ground beef
    • Hand Formed cookies
    • Healthy
    • High calcium
    • Indian
    • Irish
    • Italian
    • Kid Friendly
    • Lactose Free
    • Lasagna
    • Lemon
    • Lime
    • Long Grain rice
    • Low calorie
    • Low carb
    • Low cholesterol
    • Low fat
    • Low in…
    • Low protein
    • Low sat. fat
    • Low sodium
    • Lunch/snacks
    • Main dish
    • Marinades and rubs
    • Meat
    • Melons
    • Mexican
    • Muffins
    • Moroccan
    • North american
    • Northeastern u.s.
    • Omelets and frittatas
    • One Dish meal
    • Onions
    • Oranges
    • Oven
    • Pancakes and waffles
    • Pasta
    • Peaches
    • Pears
    • Penne
    • Pies
    • Pies and tarts
    • Pineapple
    • Pitted fruits
    • Pizza
    • Pork
    • Pork chops
    • Pork loins
    • Potatoes
    • Potluck
    • Poultry
    • Puddings and mousses
    • Punch beverage
    • Quick breads
    • Raspberries
    • Rice
    • rice and grains
    • Salads
    • Salmon
    • Salsas
    • Saltwater fish
    • Sandwiches
    • Sauces
    • Savory pies
    • Savory sauces
    • Scones
    • Seafood
    • Shakes
    • Shellfish
    • Shrimp
    • Side dishes
    • Smoothies
    • Snacks
    • Soups & stews
    • South west pacific
    • Southern u.s.
    • Southwestern u.s.
    • Soy/tofu
    • Spaghetti
    • Spreads
    • Squash
    • Stews
    • Strawberries
    • Sweet sauces
    • Tarts
    • Tex Mex
    • Thai
    • Time to make
    • Toddler Friendly
    • Tomatoes
    • Tropical fruits
    • Tuna
    • Turkey
    • Vegan
    • Vegetables
    • Vegetarian
    • Very low carbs
    • Weeknight
    • White rice
    • Winter
    • Yam/sweet potato
    • etc.

Search Site

HomeHealthy Recipes

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.

Home » Appetizers
Coconut Shrimp Wontons
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Coconut Shrimp Wontons

Ingredients: 1 cup shrimp, cooked and chopped1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut1 (3 ounce) packages...

Continue reading
Avocado Spread
AppetizersFruitSpreads

Avocado Spread

Ingredients: 1 avocados1 teaspoon minced onions1/2 teaspoon minced garlic2 tablespoons chili sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/8...

Continue reading
Greek Spinach Triangles
AppetizersGreekVegetables

Greek Spinach Triangles

Ingredients: 20 ounces frozen spinach, chopped2 eggs, beaten1 onions, finely chopped8 ounces cream cheese,...

Continue reading
Mushroom Parmesan
AmericanAppetizersVegetables

Mushroom Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 lb mushrooms2 tablespoons parsley, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced3 tablespoons parmesan cheese1 teaspoon...

Continue reading
Scallops Dijon
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Scallops Dijon

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

Continue reading
Deep Fried Mushrooms
AppetizersHealthyLow sat. fat

Deep Fried Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 -10 ounces whole white mushrooms3/4 cup flour2 eggs, slightly beaten1 cup Italian...

Continue reading
Falafel Croquettes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Falafel Croquettes

Ingredients: 1 lb canned chick-peas, drained3 garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons ground coriander2 teaspoons ground...

Continue reading
Spanozaarkopita
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Spanozaarkopita

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken ( white meat)1 lb phyllo dough1 lb portabella...

Continue reading
Turkey Wrap With a Kick
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Turkey Wrap With a Kick

Ingredients: 1 flour tortillas, wrap2 tablespoons sour cream2 tablespoons salsa3 slices deli peppered turkey...

Continue reading
Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip

Ingredients: 1/3 cup hot apple juice1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup soy...

Continue reading
Rice Fritta
AppetizersLunch/snacksRice

Rice Fritta

Ingredients: 1 cup rice, cooked6 eggs, beaten1/2 cup chopped and cooked swiss chard1/2 cup...

Continue reading
Pimiento Puree
AppetizersBeveragesVegetables

Pimiento Puree

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh cooked asparagus2 (7 ounce) jars pimientos, drained1/2 cup skim milk2...

Continue reading
Fajita Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Fajita Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks or 1 lb chicken breasts, marinatedchopped garlic ( in...

Continue reading
Asian Roll Lettuce Wrap Fun for the Entire Family!
AppetizersAsianMain dish

Asian Roll Lettuce Wrap Fun for the Entire Family!

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey1 tablespoon light soy sauce1 teaspoon minced garlic2 teaspoons minced...

Continue reading
Elephant Garlic Butter
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Elephant Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened1 minced elephant garlic cloves1/4 cup softened cream cheese1 tablespoon...

Continue reading
Blue Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersFree of...Low carb

Blue Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 4 ounces blue cheese4 ounces cream cheese1 tablespoon half-and-half14 small mushrooms, stems removed14...

Continue reading
Warm Mushroom  Crostini
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Warm Mushroom Crostini

Ingredients: 2 cups mushrooms, assorted, roughly chopped4 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter2 slices smoked...

Continue reading
Potato or Pumpkin Scallops or Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Potato or Pumpkin Scallops or Cakes

Ingredients: 700 g large old potatoes or 700 g pumpkin2 cups self-raising flour1 teaspoon...

Continue reading
Champsdiet featured Image
AppetizersBreadsGrains

Spicy Naan

Ingredients: 2 cups water ( lukewarm)1 teaspoon yeast1 cup milk ( lukewarm)6 cups flour1...

Continue reading
Salmon Ball
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Salmon Ball

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans salmon1 tablespoon chopped onions1 teaspoon horseradish1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon...

Continue reading
Classy Spinach Bundles with Pistachio Dressing
AppetizersFruitSide dishes

Classy Spinach Bundles with Pistachio Dressing

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon vinegar1 teaspoon honey or 1 teaspoon pure maple...

Continue reading
Mexi Cashews
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Mexi Cashews

Ingredients: 1 egg whites2 1/2 cups cashews1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon...

Continue reading
Tabbouleh Wrapped in Romaine Leaves
AppetizersLemonSalads

Tabbouleh Wrapped in Romaine Leaves

Ingredients: 3/4 cup bulgur wheat1 cup minced onions1 teaspoon ground allspice1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon...

Continue reading
Cheesy Seafood Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersCrabShrimp

Cheesy Seafood Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: 12 -16 ounces packaged flaked crab or 12 -16 ounces flaked lobsters1 cup...

Continue reading
Dump Dip
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Dump Dip

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese1 bunch chopped green onions1/2 cup mayonnaise...

Continue reading
Grilled Scallops With Cashew - Cucumber Relish
AppetizersMain dishSeafood

Grilled Scallops With Cashew – Cucumber Relish

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, diced1/2 cup cashews, chopped1/4 cup onions, minced1/4 cup parsley, chopped1 tablespoon...

Continue reading
Indian Lentil Sandwich Spread
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Indian Lentil Sandwich Spread

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

Continue reading
Champsdiet featured Image
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Better Than a Restaurant’s Nachos

Ingredients: 2 1/2 ounces tortilla chips ( approx. 25)3/4 cup Mexican blend cheese or...

Continue reading
Beef-Coconut Sates
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Beef-Coconut Sates

Ingredients: 1 lb ground round1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 cup flaked coconut1...

Continue reading
Grilled French Bread
AppetizersBreadsSide dishes

Grilled French Bread

Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley1 clove garlic,...

Continue reading
Champsdiet featured Image
AppetizersSaucesSpreads

Easy Tomato Chutney with a Kick

Ingredients: 2 lbs tomatoes, chopped2 red peppers, diced1 cup red wine vinegar1 1/2 cups...

Continue reading
Honey Dijon Mustard Curry Chicken Nibbles
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Honey Dijon Mustard Curry Chicken Nibbles

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 kg) packages frozen chicken nibbles, thawed1/2 cup liquid honey1/4 cup...

Continue reading
Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab

Ingredients: 16 fresh jalapeno chiles2 1/2 cups milk1/4 lb grated cheddar cheese1/4 lb cream...

Continue reading
Chicken Club Brunch Ring
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Club Brunch Ring

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons fresh parsley, snipped1 tablespoon onions, finely...

Continue reading
Prosciutto-Wrapped Breadsticks
< 15 minsAppetizersBreads

Prosciutto-Wrapped Breadsticks

Ingredients: 6 slices prosciutto6 breadsticks, good quality Directions: Wrap a paper-thin piece of prosciutto...

Continue reading
Batter-Dipped Fondue Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Batter-Dipped Fondue Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck1 large eggs, beaten1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs2 tablespoons beer...

Continue reading
Mini Phyllo Cranberry Shells
AppetizersPoultryTurkey

Mini Phyllo Cranberry Shells

Ingredients: 15 individual miniature phyllo cups, thawed3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup chopped cooked...

Continue reading
German Potato Pancakes
AppetizersBreakfastPancakes and waffles

German Potato Pancakes

Ingredients: 3 large potatoes1 small onions3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 eggs1 pinch baking powdersaltpepperoil Directions:...

Continue reading
Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon

Ingredients: 6 -8 large tortillas16 ounces soften cream cheese1 cup prepared salsa1 cup shredded...

Continue reading
Baked Pepperoni Pizza Dip
< 30 minsAppetizersTime to make

Baked Pepperoni Pizza Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon dried oregano2 -3 teaspoons...

Continue reading
Tuna Salsa Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksTuna

Tuna Salsa Wraps

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

Continue reading
Pickles in a Blanket
AppetizersLow calorieVery low carbs

Pickles in a Blanket

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) packages of rectangular sliced ham ( lunch meat)1 (8 ounce)...

Continue reading
Philadelphia Style Velveeta Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Philadelphia Style Velveeta Pizza

Ingredients: 1 unbaked prepared pizza crust ( I make mine in the bread machine)2...

Continue reading
Tandoori Masala Gobhi(Tandoori Masala in Yoghurt Cauliflower)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tandoori Masala Gobhi(Tandoori Masala in Yoghurt Cauliflower)

Ingredients: 4 cups cauliflower floretsoil, as required1 teaspoon cumin seeds1 inch ginger, peeled and...

Continue reading
Devonshire-Style Fruit
AppetizersBlueberriesDessert

Devonshire-Style Fruit

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream3 cups mixed fruit, chopped,such as grapes,mandarin orange segments,strawberries,blueberries,pineapple,and kiwi3...

Continue reading
Baked Brie with Caramelized Pecans
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Baked Brie with Caramelized Pecans

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages brie cheese ( with rind)1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons...

Continue reading
Steamed Fresh Mussels in a Creamy Broth
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Steamed Fresh Mussels in a Creamy Broth

Ingredients: 2 lbs mussels1 onions1 -2 celery ribs1 tablespoon canola oil1 garlic cloves2 cups...

Continue reading
Mexican-Style Steamed Mussels
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican-Style Steamed Mussels

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil4 cloves garlic, minced1 medium onions, finely chopped2 jalapeno peppers,...

Continue reading
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...

Continue reading
Champsdiet featured Image
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Adult Popcorn

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

Continue reading
Deep Fried Eggplant (Aubergine)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Deep Fried Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups breadcrumbs, freshly made2 teaspoons paprika2...

Continue reading
Pesto
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Pesto, Salmon and Olive Cream Cheese Torta

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature1 cup butter, room temperature6 ounces...

Continue reading
Spinach-Red Pepper Crostini
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Spinach-Red Pepper Crostini

Ingredients: 1 French baguettes, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped...

Continue reading
Emeril's Beef Chili Cheese Fries
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Emeril’s Beef Chili Cheese Fries

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups chopped yellow onionssaltcayenne2 lbs ground beef1 tablespoon chili...

Continue reading
Flaky Chicken and Bean Wedges
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Flaky Chicken and Bean Wedges

Ingredients: 1 refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box ( from 15 oz....

Continue reading
Shrimp Nachos (Baja 'derves)
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Nachos (Baja ‘derves)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans diced green chili...

Continue reading
Baked Eggs With Feta and Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Eggs With Feta and Tomatoes

Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil4 slices bread, toasted3 ripe roma tomatoes, sliced150 g feta,...

Continue reading
Thai Satay Kebabs
AppetizersBeefMain dish

Thai Satay Kebabs

Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin steaks, cut into strips 1/2 x 2 inch2 cloves garlic,...

Continue reading
Avocado Fans With Black Olive Vinaigrette
AppetizersSaladsTropical fruits

Avocado Fans With Black Olive Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil4 teaspoons sherry wine vinegar2 tablespoons black olive...

Continue reading
Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili Sauce
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 shallots, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce1/2 cup...

Continue reading

Posts navigation

Next→
2025 © ChampsDiet.com | [email protected]