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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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Pork Souvlaki
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Pork Souvlaki

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless pork loin or 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloins1/4 cup...

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Indian Tuna Salad
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Indian Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 can chunk tuna, drained1/2 celery ribs, diced small1 tablespoon dill pickle relish2...

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Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Provencal Olive ( Bean ) Spread

Ingredients: 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans great northern beans or 2 (15 1/2 ounce)...

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Egyptian Spiced Carrot Puree
AppetizersCoconutSide dishes

Egyptian Spiced Carrot Puree

Ingredients: 1/4 cup blanched almonds or 1/4 cup hazelnuts1/4 cup coriander seeds2 tablespoons cumin...

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Cajun Corn and Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Cajun Corn and Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 large eggs, beaten1 lb crabmeat1 teaspoon cajun seasoning2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 cup fresh...

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Stuffed Celery Bites (Italian Style)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Stuffed Celery Bites (Italian Style)

Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray2 tablespoons pine nuts1 garlic cloves, minced8 stalks celery1 (8 ounce)...

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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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AppetizersBeansSpreads

White Bean Hummus

Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic2 (15 ounce) cans white kidney beans, rinsed and drained4 tablespoons...

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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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Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb tofu2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped1 coriander leaves, coarsely chopped ( if...

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Cinnamon Crisps
AppetizersKid FriendlyToddler Friendly

Cinnamon Crisps

Ingredients: 1 package pie crusts2 tablespoons melted butter1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cinnamon Directions: Cut...

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Crab Crostini
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab Crostini

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic1/2 cup...

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Rappin' With a Chick
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Rappin’ With a Chick

Ingredients: 1/4 cup toasted chopped walnuts3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch...

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Cranberry Rum Brie
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

Cranberry Rum Brie

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon brown sugar, firmly packed1/2 teaspoon rum extract1/2 cup whole berry cranberry...

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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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AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Japanese Grilled Eggplant (Aubergine) (Yaki Nasu)

Ingredients: 1 lb Japanese eggplants1/4 cup bonito flakes1 2/3 cups dashi2 tablespoons light soy...

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Cheesy Crab Squares
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Cheesy Crab Squares

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans crescent rolls1/2 cup Miracle Whip2 teaspoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon...

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Barbecue Hot Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMeat

Barbecue Hot Dogs

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs ( or vegetarian alternative)1 medium onions ( chopped)2 tablespoons vinegar1...

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Panini
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Peanut Butter and Jelly Panini

Ingredients: 2 slices bread ( I prefer multi-grain for nutrition)real peanut butter ( from...

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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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Corn Polenta
AppetizersGrainsSide dishes

Corn Polenta

Ingredients: 1 shallots, minced2 garlic cloves, minced4 ears corn ( off the cobb)4 cups...

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Meatball With Rice Krispies
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Meatball With Rice Krispies

In the realm of culinary delights, the fusion of traditional recipes with unconventional ingredients...

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Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 16 -18 large mushroom caps1 cup shredded swiss cheese6 -8 slices bacon1/2 cup...

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Denise's Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Denise’s Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 lbs ground beef1 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk1 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked1...

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Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter8 fresh mushrooms, sliced8 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup whipping...

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Smoked Salmon Muffins With Herb Cheese
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Smoked Salmon Muffins With Herb Cheese

Ingredients: 3 ounces cream cheese ( plain)1/4 cup green onions, minced1/4 cup fresh parsley,...

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Mom's Artichoke Dip
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Mom’s Artichoke Dip

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans artichoke hearts ( rinsed and chopped)1 cup mayonnaise1 cup...

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Shrimp-Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Shrimp-Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh large mushrooms1 tablespoon olive oil1 small celery ribs, finely chopped3...

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AppetizersChickenMain dish

Cam’s Favorite Chicken Nachos

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco...

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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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Creamy Whipped Brie with Cranberry Salsa
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Creamy Whipped Brie with Cranberry Salsa

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh cranberries3 medium green onions, finely chopped1 small red jalapeno chiles,...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Egyptian Pyramids

Ingredients: 12 fresh large mushrooms, washed and stems removed ( extra large)2 cloves garlic,...

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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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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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5 Spice Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

5 Spice Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/2 lb medium shrimp, deveined,tail left on2 teaspoons five-spice powder ( I use...

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Pico De Gallo by Star
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Pico De Gallo by Star

Ingredients: 4 -5 medium tomatoes1 cup fresh cilantro1 limes1 bunch green onions ( including...

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Chicken Phyllo Mini Tarts
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Chicken Phyllo Mini Tarts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter3 shallots, finely chopped1 roasted red peppers, chopped ( I used...

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Zingy Tuna Salad
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Zingy Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained1 1/2 tablespoons celery, finely chopped3 teaspoons mayonnaise...

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Caponata (Cold Eggplant (Aubergine) Appetizer)
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Caponata (Cold Eggplant (Aubergine) Appetizer)

Ingredients: 1 lb eggplants, cut into 1/2 inch cubes2 teaspoons coarse salt or 2...

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Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Spicy Asian Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 2 1/2 ounces cellophane noodles ( bean threads)1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 cup...

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Walnut-Crusted Salmon Bites With Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Walnut-Crusted Salmon Bites With Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup apricot jam2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine...

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Classic Basil Pesto
AppetizersSaucesSpreads

Classic Basil Pesto

Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted2 cups fresh basil, packed3 tablespoons extra...

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Hidden Valley Cheese Spread
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

Hidden Valley Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup margarine, softened1 teaspoon garlic, minced1 (1 ounce)...

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Roasted Figs With Prosciutto and Gorgonzola
AppetizersFruitItalian

Roasted Figs With Prosciutto and Gorgonzola

Ingredients: 4 fresh figs50 g gorgonzola ( dolce)4 slices prosciutto1 cup rocketextra virgin olive...

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Bank Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Bank Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 1/2 cups mayonnaise1...

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AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Spiced Lamb Triangles

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped1/4 teaspoon freshly ground...

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Tomatoes Stuffed With Chicken Chipotle Salad
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Tomatoes Stuffed With Chicken Chipotle Salad

Ingredients: 1 large tomatoes, seeded and core removed,drained upside down on a paper towel12...

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Tex-Mex Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Tex-Mex Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled1/3 cup sour cream2 ounces pimientos, drained, patted dry and...

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Mexicali Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Mexicali Pizza

Ingredients: 2 9 inch flour tortillas2 cups monterey jack cheese1 (16 ounce) cans veg-all...

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Aztec Guacamole
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Aztec Guacamole

Ingredients: 2 avocados, cut in chunks8 tomatillos2 garlic cloves1/4 medium onions, chopped1 serrano peppers...

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Cheesy Pepper Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Cheesy Pepper Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (30 count) packages saltine crackers, crushed fine1 eggs1/2 teaspoon...

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Olive Garden Fried Mozzarella
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Olive Garden Fried Mozzarella

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages mozzarella cheese2 eggs, beaten1/4 cup water1 1/2 cups Italian...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Pickled Hot Peppers

Ingredients: 4 cups white vinegar1 cup water1 cup olive oil ( extra virgin not...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Chickpeas, Tomato and Walnut Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups drained cooked chickpeas1 medium tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup walnuts, broken into pieces1/4...

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Jet Swirl Pizza Appetizers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Jet Swirl Pizza Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated pizza dough1/4 lb genoa salami, thinly sliced1/4 lb...

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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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Brie Smoked Salmon Stackers
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Brie Smoked Salmon Stackers

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages smoked salmon1 (8 ounce) packages of softened brie cheese...

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Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub
AppetizersMain dishMarinades and rubs

Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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AppetizersMeatSoups & stews

French Onion Soup with Croutons

Ingredients: 2 medium onions2 chicken bouillon cubes1 quart water1/2 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet2 beef bouillon...

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Assam Spicy Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Assam Spicy Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water2 lbs shrimp, headless1 tablespoon oyster sauce1/2 teaspoon hot chili...

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