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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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Nayarit Crab Stuffed Chiles
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Nayarit Crab Stuffed Chiles

Ingredients: 6 (1/4 lb) poblano chiles, roasted and peeledvinegar1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1/4...

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Roasted Tomato and Basil Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Roasted Tomato and Basil Pizza

Ingredients: 4 large plum tomatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarsalt and pepper1/3 lb...

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Spring Mix Salad With Pomegranate
AppetizersLactose FreeSalads

Spring Mix Salad With Pomegranate, Honey Dressing and Toasted P

Ingredients: 200 g spring greens30 ml red wine vinegar90 ml extra virgin olive oil10...

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Panera Bread Strawberry and Brie Bruschetta
AppetizersCheeseStrawberries

Panera Bread Strawberry and Brie Bruschetta

Ingredients: 12 slices sourdough baguettes1/3 cup butter, softened1/3 cup brown sugar, packed2 teaspoons ground...

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Deviled Tomatoes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Deviled Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 firm tomatoes2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 cup fresh white breadcrumbs1...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs

Artichoke Squares

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts1 small onions, finely chopped1 clove garlic,...

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Honey Garlic Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefSide dishes

Honey Garlic Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef4 slices fresh bread, , processed into crumbs2 large...

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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...

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Cold Marinated Shrimp and Avocados
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Cold Marinated Shrimp and Avocados

Ingredients: 1 lb large peeled cooked shrimp ( use the frozen kind, thawed)2 medium...

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Guacamole Pronto!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Guacamole Pronto!

Ingredients: 1 avocados1/4 cup picante sauce ( we use Pace medium)salt and pepper Directions:...

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Green Salsa
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Green Salsa

Ingredients: 10 tomatillos, husked1 small onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, chopped2 jalapeno peppers, chopped1/4 cup...

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Grilled Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Grilled Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: olive oil flavored cooking spray1 -2 portabella mushrooms, cap1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsley...

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Sugar and Spice Pepitas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sugar and Spice Pepitas

Ingredients: 2 cups pepitas ( green hulled pumpkin seeds)1/3 cup sugar1 large egg whites,...

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Diabetic Garlic Turkey Balls
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Diabetic Garlic Turkey Balls

Ingredients: 2 lbs extra lean ground turkey8 cloves garlic, minced1 onions, minced1/2 cup chopped...

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Curry Deviled Eggs With Cilantro
AppetizersBeansEggs

Curry Deviled Eggs With Cilantro

Ingredients: 8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled ( large)3 tablespoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon mustard1/2...

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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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Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas
AppetizersEggsMain dish

Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped yellow onions2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1...

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Mushroom Torte
< 15 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mushroom Torte

Ingredients: 10 sheets phyllo pastry8 pints mushrooms, chopped1/2 tablespoon garlic2 tablespoons basil, choppedsaltto taste...

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Cream Cheese Ball
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

Cream Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (8 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese,...

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Vegetable Tea Sandwiches
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Vegetable Tea Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 large carrots2 small onions2 green peppers3 dill pickles3 hard-boiled eggs1 jar pimientosbread,...

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AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Tea Leaf Eggs

Ingredients: 10 eggs3 tablespoons soy sauce5 teaspoons anise seed or 2 star anise2 inches...

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Red Lobster Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Red Lobster Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1 tablespoon onions, minced1 tablespoon celery, diced2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 eggs1/8...

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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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Baked Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Baked Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs ground sirloin2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 eggs, beaten1/2 cup seasoned bread...

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Fennel and Sea Salt Pita Bread Crisps
AppetizersBreadsMoroccan

Fennel and Sea Salt Pita Bread Crisps

Ingredients: 3 pita bread, cut into wedges1 tablespoon olive oil ( enough to brush)1...

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Polpettes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Polpettes

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs potatoes4 ounces feta cheese4 spring onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves,...

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Two Cheese Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Two Cheese Quesadillas

Ingredients: 4 flour tortillas1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese2 small tomatoes,...

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Greek Salad Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Greek Salad Pizza

Ingredients: 1 large store bought thin pizza dough1/2 cup kraft Greek salad dressing, divided1...

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Tex-Mex Crab Bites
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Tex-Mex Crab Bites

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups crabmeat, drained1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/2 teaspoon grated lemons, rind...

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Breakfast Sushi
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Breakfast Sushi

Ingredients: 1 sheet nori1/4 cup eggs, scrambled1/4 cup sausage1/4 cup home fries, cooked, shredded1...

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Wine and Black Olive Pate
AppetizersEuropeanLow protein

Wine and Black Olive Pate

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1 (400 g)...

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Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 2 medium tomatoes1/2 small onions, quartered1 -2 fresh jalapenos2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1/4...

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French Fries Without the French

Ingredients: 5 potatoes ( baking, oiled or red)1 ounce butter ( margarine, or oil)1...

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Fried Breaded Veggies
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Fried Breaded Veggies

Ingredients: 2 cups flour ( optionally, use 1-1/2 cups each of flour and cornmeal)1...

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Elephant Garlic Butter
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Elephant Garlic Butter

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

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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...

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AppetizersEggs/dairyNorth american

Bell Pepper Rajas

Ingredients: 1/2 green bell peppers ( Peppers should be seeded and cut into 6...

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Wheat Free
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Wheat Free, Milk Free, Egg Free, Tasty Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts3 teaspoons egg substitute3 -4 tablespoons water1/2 cup polenta4 garlic clovesolive...

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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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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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Giouvarlakia Avgolemono (Rice Meatballs in Egg-Lemon Sauce)
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Giouvarlakia Avgolemono (Rice Meatballs in Egg-Lemon Sauce)

Ingredients: 2 slices whole wheat bread ( crusts removed, soaked in milk & squeezed...

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Mushroom Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Mushroom Puffs

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter1 small onions, chopped1/2 kg mushrooms, chopped2 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon lemon...

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Tarte Flambee (Alsatian Pizza)
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Tarte Flambee (Alsatian Pizza)

Ingredients: 1 cup flour, plus flour for rolling1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon active dry yeast1/2...

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Leek Tart With Herbes De Provence
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetables

Leek Tart With Herbes De Provence

Ingredients: 4 -5 medium leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced ( 3 cups)2 garlic...

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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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Cashew Filled Phyllo Cigars
AppetizersEggs/dairyLunch/snacks

Cashew Filled Phyllo Cigars

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds4 tablespoons cashews1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon...

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Sugared Sausage Appys
AppetizersMeatPork

Sugared Sausage Appys

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon1 (1 lb) package cocktail smoked sausage links1/4 cup brown sugar,...

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Ham and Cheese Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Ham and Cheese Rolls

Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 lb shaved...

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Blue Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Blue Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1/2 lb blue cheese2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 medium onions1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Toast Rounds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Toast Rounds

Ingredients: 12 slices bread1 tablespoon mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Directions: Preheat oven to 350...

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Crab Florentine Quiche
AppetizersBreakfastSavory pies

Crab Florentine Quiche

Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) cans refrigerated bread doughcooking spray3/4 cup grated gruyere cheese8 ounces...

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Chicken Fingers (or Nuggets)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken Fingers (or Nuggets)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat yogurt1 -2 tablespoon milk1 skinless chicken breast halves ( about...

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Spicy Chickpea Snack Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Spicy Chickpea Snack Mix

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons curry powder 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon coarse salt 2...

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Fabulous Baked Brie
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Fabulous Baked Brie

Ingredients: 1 large brie round3 -4 large apples, peeled, cored & sliced1 cup raisins1/4...

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Spiced Potato Crisps
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Spiced Potato Crisps

Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices1 tablespoon olive oil1/2...

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Chickpea Tuna Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Chickpea Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna ( drained very well)1/4 cup chickpeas ( drained)1/4...

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Kelly's Fried Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodSouthern u.s.

Kelly’s Fried Oysters

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers select raw oysters1 beaten eggs1 cup finely crushed Chicken...

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Pepper Jack Stuffed Chicken
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Pepper Jack Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese ( can also use sliced deli cheese...

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Dairy Queens Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Dairy Queens Onion Rings

Ingredients: 2 vidalia onions or 2 walla walla onions2 cups flour2 cups fine cracker...

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5 Minute Sherried Shrimp Tapas
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

5 Minute Sherried Shrimp Tapas

Ingredients: 12 jumbo shrimp or 12 prawns, peeled and deveinedsalt & freshly ground black...

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