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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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Fresh Fig Quesadillas
< 30 minsAppetizersOven

Fresh Fig Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil4 (9 inch) flour tortillas2 cups coarsely...

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Oven-Fried Okra
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Oven-Fried Okra

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black...

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Calzonedilla (Italian Quesadilla)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Calzonedilla (Italian Quesadilla)

Ingredients: 1 flour tortillas1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese ( shredded)1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon...

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AppetizersChickenTurkey

Kabob

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey ( or chicken or beef)2 teaspoons tandoori paste (...

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Taro Chips (like Potato Chips)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Taro Chips (like Potato Chips)

Ingredients: 2 -3 taro root, about 2 inches in diameter.3 -4 cups vegetable oil,...

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Swiss Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Swiss Fondue

Ingredients: 1 lb swiss cheese, shredded1/3 cup rhine wine ( or any other white...

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Sweet Chili Oysters
AppetizersShellfishSide dishes

Sweet Chili Oysters

Ingredients: 12 oysters, shucked, with lower half of shell retained12 tablespoons tasty cheese, grated12...

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Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives

Ingredients: 1/4 cup minced red onions2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste1 tablespoon...

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Spinach-Artichoke Dip
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Spinach-Artichoke Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese8 ounces sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup spinach, drained8 ounces...

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Pizza Wrap
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Pizza Wrap

Ingredients: 1 12-inch tortillas1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon parmesan cheese or...

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Delicious Cheesy Bacon and Green Onion Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Delicious Cheesy Bacon and Green Onion Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 large russet potatoesoilsalt and pepper1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)10 -15 slices...

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Wrapped Asparagus - Cheese
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Wrapped Asparagus – Cheese

Ingredients: 20 fresh asparagus spears10 slices cheese ( flexible type like Havarti or Muenster)...

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Paluszki (Polish Little Fingers)
AppetizersBreadsPotatoes

Paluszki (Polish Little Fingers)

Ingredients: 125 g butter125 g potatoes, cooked & mashed125 g flour1 eggs, beaten1 tablespoon...

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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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AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab and Corn Cakes topped with Guacamole

Ingredients: 1 ear corn, trimmed1 (170 g) cans crab, drained1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon...

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Microwave Mexican Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Microwave Mexican Pizza

Ingredients: 2 fat free tortillas1/4 cup low fat mozzarella1/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup...

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Moroccan Meatballs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Moroccan Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1/2 small onions, chopped1 garlic cloves, smashed1 lb ground lamb1/2...

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Chicken Chimichangas
AppetizersEggs/dairyMain dish

Chicken Chimichangas

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups picante sauce ( or use salsa)6 -8 cups cooked chicken,...

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Black Bean Chicken Appetizer
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Black Bean Chicken Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained1 (8 ounce) packages colby-monterey...

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Acorn Squash With Cracker Stuffing
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Acorn Squash With Cracker Stuffing

Ingredients: 4 acorn squash ( halved)1 cup melted butter14 ounces crumbled Ritz crackers1 cup...

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Tuna Waldorf Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Tuna Waldorf Salad

Ingredients: 1 red delicious apples, peeled and finely chopped2 tablespoons lemon juice2 (6 ounce)...

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Blue Cheese Potato Cakes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Blue Cheese Potato Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups cold mashed potatoes1/4 cup panko, plus1/4 cup panko, extra for coating1/2...

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Garlic Cheese Fondue
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Garlic Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 lb swiss cheese, grated1/2 lb gruyere cheese, grated3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon...

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Homemade Pimento Cheese
AppetizersHigh calciumLunch/snacks

Homemade Pimento Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese2 cups shredded medium cheddar1 (4 ounce) jars...

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White Bean Pate
AppetizersBeansLow fat

White Bean Pate

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced1 (16 ounce) cans...

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Marinated Mozzarella (Three Variations)
AppetizersCheeseCondiments

Marinated Mozzarella (Three Variations)

Ingredients: 1 onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 -4 tablespoons olive oil, good quality1...

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Asian Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Asian Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1 1/2 lbs ground chicken2 tablespoons soy sauce1 cup sweet chili...

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Marinated Summer Tomatoes
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Marinated Summer Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 green peppers, sliced2 large tomatoes, ripe sliced1 large sweet onions, sliced very...

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Pizza Dough
AppetizersGrainsPasta

Pizza Dough

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast ( or fresh)1 teaspoon honey1 cup...

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Samosa
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Samosa

Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into dice1/4 teaspoon cooking spray1 small carrots,...

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Yummy
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Yummy, Fast and Easy Roast Beef Wrap

Ingredients: 1 8-inch flour tortillas2 slices deli roast beef1 slice provolone cheese Directions: On...

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Pizza Spread
< 60 minsAppetizersSpreads

Pizza Spread

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans tomato soup2 medium onions, chopped fine1...

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Clams With Tomato and Basil
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Clams With Tomato and Basil

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 garlic cloves, peeled1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper...

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Marinated Portabella Mushrooms "pizzas"
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Marinated Portabella Mushrooms “pizzas”

Ingredients: 4 large portabella mushroom caps1/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup balsamic vinegar2 garlic cloves,...

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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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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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Sweet and Spicy Pecans
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Sweet and Spicy Pecans

Ingredients: 2 cups pecan halves2 tablespoons butter, melted1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon...

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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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Avocado Relish
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Avocado Relish

Ingredients: 1 avocados, pared and finely diced2 tablespoons lime juice1/4 cup diced red onions1/4...

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Amusement Park Cornbread
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Amusement Park Cornbread

Ingredients: 2/3 cup white sugar1 teaspoon salt1/3 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs2...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Individual Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 tablespoons chopped...

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Potato Pancake Appetizers
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Pancake Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes ( 3 medium)1/4 cup egg substitute or 1 whole eggs3...

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AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Avocado and Prawns in Wasabi

Ingredients: 2 avocados, halved,stoned,and skin removed250 g cooked shelled king prawns4 teaspoons light soy...

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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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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...

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Zucchini Spread
AppetizersSpreadsSquash

Zucchini Spread

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups zucchini, unpeeled, shredded ( equiv. to 1 pound)1/4 cup fresh...

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Refried Anasazi Beans
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Refried Anasazi Beans

Ingredients: 1/2 lb dried anasazi beans3 slices bacon, chopped2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons...

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Beer-Batter Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Beer-Batter Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 cup beer1/2 cup water1 egg yolks1 egg whites, beaten until...

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Lazy Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Lazy Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef3/4 cup breadcrumbs1/3 cup onion soup mix1 eggs, beaten1...

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Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon herbes de provence1/2 teaspoon lavender flowers ( edible variety from a...

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Parmesan Potato Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Parmesan Potato Bites

Ingredients: 12 small round red potatoes, about a pound1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil3/4 cup...

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Cheesy Goodness Garlic Bread
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Cheesy Goodness Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian bread or 1 lb French bread4 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon...

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Macadamia Nut Crusted Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Macadamia Nut Crusted Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb lump crabmeat1/4 medium red onions, finely diced1/4 medium red bell peppers,...

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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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AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Lemon Dressing on Greens

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice ( or more)2 cloves garlic, minced...

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Ham and Cheese Ball
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Ham and Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons dry onion...

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Marinated Queso Fresco
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Marinated Queso Fresco

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1 clove minced garlic1/4...

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English Muffin Olive Cheese Melts
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

English Muffin Olive Cheese Melts

Ingredients: 1 cup black olives, chopped1/3 cup green onions, chopped1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar...

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Garlic shrimp (gambas al ajillo)
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Garlic shrimp (gambas al ajillo)

Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled,deveined,tail removed3 -4 cloves garlic, thinly slicedchili flakes1/4 cup...

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Stuffed Baked Sardines
AppetizersLunch/snacksSaltwater fish

Stuffed Baked Sardines

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, finely diced2 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 cup...

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