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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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Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup coconut milk1 tablespoon fish sauce2 teaspoons...

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Honeyed Carrots With Cumin
AppetizersCarrotsSalads

Honeyed Carrots With Cumin

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey1/4 cup water2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cumin48 cut...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

“pick Me Up” Party Chicken Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced2 teaspoons garlic, minced1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Steamed Pot Stickers
AppetizersMeatPork

Steamed Pot Stickers

Ingredients: 3/4 lb ground pork1/2 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 tablespoon dry sherry1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon...

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Warm Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad
AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Warm Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants20 ml olive oil, plusextra olive oil, to brushsea salt3 large...

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Tropical Chicken Roll-ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Tropical Chicken Roll-ups

Ingredients: 2 cooked chicken breasts, cut into cubes4 10 inch whole wheat flour tortillas1...

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Insanely Easy Chickpea Salad
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Insanely Easy Chickpea Salad

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained ( or about 2 cups...

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Mediterranean Pizzas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Mediterranean Pizzas

Ingredients: 8 large pita breads1 pint grape tomatoes2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon coarse salt1/2...

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Tyropita (Cheese pies)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tyropita (Cheese pies)

Ingredients: 1 lb feta cheese1 lb phyllo pastry1/4 lb ground kefalograviera cheese1 cup milk3...

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AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Shrimp with Green Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter3 cloves garlic, chopped1/2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon...

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Quick Tuna Cakes
AppetizersMain dishTuna

Quick Tuna Cakes

Ingredients: 15 saltine crackers2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning2 eggs1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2...

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Feta Cheese Foldovers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Feta Cheese Foldovers

Ingredients: 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions1/8 teaspoon garlic powder...

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AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Bacon and Cheese Egg Appetizers

Ingredients: 6 hardboiled egg, peeled3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 slices crisp bacon, crumbles ( separate one...

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Potato Skins with Guacamole
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Skins with Guacamole

Ingredients: 2 baked potatoes2 tablespoons olive oilsea salt1 large ripe avocados, halved and stoned1...

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Pink Cloud Salad
AppetizersDessertSalads

Pink Cloud Salad

Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple1 (3 ounce) packages cherry Jell-O1/2 cup cold...

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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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Spicy Chicken Pastries
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Chicken Pastries

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups shortening4 cups flour, and a little more as needed2 teaspoons...

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Tomato and Bacon Salad in Bibb Lettuce Cups
AppetizersSaladsTomatoes

Tomato and Bacon Salad in Bibb Lettuce Cups

Ingredients: 4 tomatoes, vine-ripened, seeded and chopped fine ( about 2 cups)6 slices bacon,...

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Fried Zucchini Fingers With Tamarind Dipping Sauce
AppetizersSquashVegetables

Fried Zucchini Fingers With Tamarind Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1 inch tamarind pulp2 dried red chilies4 sprigs cilantro, trimmed and chopped1 clove...

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Margaret Ann's Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Margaret Ann’s Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 lb grated cheddar cheese or 1 lb...

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Smoked Salmon Tartare on Toasted Points
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Smoked Salmon Tartare on Toasted Points

Ingredients: 1/4 cup diced smoked salmon2 teaspoons minced red onions2 teaspoons capers2 teaspoons olive...

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Oven-Roasted Parsnips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Oven-Roasted Parsnips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs parsnips, peeled and julienned3 tablespoons olive oil2 pinches cayenne (...

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Paul's Zippy Tuna Salad
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Paul’s Zippy Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water ( drained)1/4 cup...

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Blue Smoke Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Blue Smoke Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 large eggs2/3 cup mayonnaise1 1/2 teaspoons tarragon-infused champagne vinegar3/4 teaspoon dry mustard2...

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Maui Ahi Poke
AppetizersLunch/snacksTuna

Maui Ahi Poke

Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh ahi tuna1 small round onion, julienne cut ( Maui Onions...

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Crab Rangoon Cups
AppetizersCheeseCrab

Crab Rangoon Cups

Ingredients: 8 ounces crabmeat, drained ( can use imitation)8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room...

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Marinated Artichoke Hearts
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Shrimp, and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 (14 ounce) cans tiny artichoke hearts, drained2 lbs cooked shrimp, peeled and...

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Mexican Cold Cucumber Cilantro soup
AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetables

Mexican Cold Cucumber Cilantro soup

Ingredients: 1 lb cucumbers, peeled,seeded and cut into chunks1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken...

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Shrimp Kelaguen
AppetizersSaladsShrimp

Shrimp Kelaguen

Ingredients: 5 lbs shrimp ( shelless and headless)1 whole onions5 -6 stalks green onions1...

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Feta Custard in Phyllo Cups
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Feta Custard in Phyllo Cups

Ingredients: 2 (2 1/8 ounce) packages miniature phyllo cups4 ounces crumbled feta cheese3 ounces...

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Prosciutto E Melone
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Prosciutto E Melone

Ingredients: 1 cantaloupe, cut into boats, rinds removed12 pieces prosciutto Directions: Cut the melon...

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Shrimp and Cream Cheese Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Shrimp and Cream Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup seafood cocktail sauce ( Nalley’s brand...

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Tasty Chicken Nuggets
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Tasty Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated parmesan...

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Easy Grands Cheese Pizzas
AppetizersKid FriendlyLunch/snacks

Easy Grands Cheese Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 (16 1/4 ounce) cans large refrigerated biscuits1 (8 ounce) cans pizza sauce2...

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Roasted Poblano Cilantro Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Roasted Poblano Cilantro Sauce

Ingredients: 2 poblano peppers, roasted, peeled and seeded1/4 cup red onions, coarsely chopped2 tablespoons...

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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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Cheeseless Eggplant (Aubergine) Gratin
AppetizersGrainsSide dishes

Cheeseless Eggplant (Aubergine) Gratin

Ingredients: 2 eggplants ( about 1 3/4 pounds total, 3-4 inches diameter)1 1/2 tablespoons...

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Basil Pita Chips
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Basil Pita Chips

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened4 garlic cloves, crushed1 cup fresh basil, chopped1/4 cup fresh...

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Fried Sweet Plantains (platanos maduros fritos)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Fried Sweet Plantains (platanos maduros fritos)

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1 tablespoon olive oil3 ripe plantains, peeled and cut diagonally into...

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Pizza Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pizza Crackers

Ingredients: 1 multi-grain crackers ( 2″ round works well)1 slice part-skim mozzarella cheese1 teaspoon...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 2 small eggplants1 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons oil1 medium onions, diced1 green peppers, diced1...

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Mom's Party Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Mom’s Party Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs1/3 cup minced onions1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1...

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Cheese Phyllo Pie
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheese Phyllo Pie

Ingredients: 10 sheets phyllo dough3/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups...

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Tuna and Avocado Shell Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Tuna and Avocado Shell Salad

Ingredients: 12 jumbo pasta shells, fresh cooked2 cans tuna in water, drained1 avocados, diced3...

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Buffalo Pierogies
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Buffalo Pierogies

Ingredients: 5 tablespoons hot pepper sauce, i like franks1 tablespoon oil1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1...

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Crab Cakes With Chipotle Peppers
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes With Chipotle Peppers

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh lump crabmeat1 cup breadcrumbs1 tablespoon chipotle mustard ( Or your...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Scampi Rockefeller

Ingredients: 1/2 lb large uncooked shrimp, shelled,deveined1 tablespoon olive oil6 cloves garlic, chopped1 bunch...

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Debby's Cheese Crisps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Debby’s Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 2 cups swiss cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese (with or without...

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Spinach Phyllo Roll Ups
AppetizersEuropeanGreek

Spinach Phyllo Roll Ups

Ingredients: 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped1 eggs1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese with...

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Potatoes on the Half Shell
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potatoes on the Half Shell

Ingredients: 6 baking potatoes1/4 cup milk or 1/4 cup cream4 tablespoons butter1 eggs, beatensalt,...

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Lump Crab - Avocado Salad
AppetizersCrabSalads

Lump Crab – Avocado Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb large lump crabmeat1 stalk celery, sliced very thin1 medium scallions, sliced...

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Far East Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Far East Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts1 tablespoon soft...

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Crispy Chicken Fingers with Spicy Honey Mustard
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Crispy Chicken Fingers with Spicy Honey Mustard

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breast tenders2 eggs1/4 cup milksalt and pepper1 1/2 cups Italian...

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Boneless Buffalo Bites
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Boneless Buffalo Bites

Ingredients: 3 chicken breastsflour ( to toss)cayenne peppersalt1/3 cup butter1/2 cup Frank’s red hot...

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Kadju Badun ( Sri Lankan Deviled Cashews)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Kadju Badun ( Sri Lankan Deviled Cashews)

Ingredients: 8 ounces cashews 3/4 teaspoon paprika ( I like to use the hot...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Balls
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Eggplant (Aubergine) Balls

Ingredients: coarse salt, to taste600 g eggplants2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped2 garlic cloves100 g...

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Reuben Balls
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Reuben Balls

Ingredients: 4 cups rye breadcrumbs1 cup shredded swiss cheese1 cup shredded corned beef1 cup...

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Gallitos De Papa from Costa Rica
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Gallitos De Papa from Costa Rica

Ingredients: 3 large potatoes2 garlic cloves, chopped finely3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon...

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Fried Stuffed Olives
< 30 minsAppetizersHealthy

Fried Stuffed Olives

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced garlic2 tablespoons anchovy paste1 tablespoon grated lemons, zest of1/2 teaspoon...

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Mini Cheese Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Mini Cheese Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves1...

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