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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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Honey-Chipotle Pecans
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Honey-Chipotle Pecans

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons honey1 1/2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 cups pecan...

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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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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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Cabbage Salsa
AppetizersTex MexVegetables

Cabbage Salsa

Ingredients: 8 plum tomatoes, diced into small pieces1/2 red onions, diced3 tablespoons chopped fresh...

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Tapenade Tomatoes
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Tapenade Tomatoes

Ingredients: 22 -25 cherry tomatoes ( about 1 pint)3/4 cup pitted, imported oil-cured black...

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Catherine's Pimento Cheese
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Catherine’s Pimento Cheese

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 ounces cream cheese2 tablespoons chopped roasted red peppers1 cup grated...

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Kryssy's Power Nachos
AppetizersBeansVegetables

Kryssy’s Power Nachos

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat tortilla chips1 cup blue corn tortilla chips1 cup red...

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Great Gazpacho
AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetables

Great Gazpacho

Ingredients: 1 white onions2 garlic cloves3 teaspoons olive oil1 green capsicum ( seeded)1 cucumbers...

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Easy Mexican Dip
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Easy Mexican Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/4 cup chunky salsa ( your choice of...

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BBQ Ranch Quesadilla Wedges
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

BBQ Ranch Quesadilla Wedges

Ingredients: 1/2 green bell peppers, sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 yellow bell peppers, sliced1/2 red...

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Homemade Deli Croutons
AppetizersGarnishesSalads

Homemade Deli Croutons

Ingredients: 3 loaves stale chopped bread cubes1 lb butter1/4 lb grated parmesan cheese1 1/2...

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Black Bean Cakes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Black Bean Cakes

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed2 tablespoons vegetable broth or...

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AppetizersGreekVegetables

Greek Yellow Split Peas With Garlic (Fava)

Ingredients: 2 cups yellow split peas, pickled over and rinsed2 bay leaves2 teaspoons salt4...

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Asparagus Parmigiana
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Asparagus Parmigiana

Ingredients: 16 fresh asparagus spears2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons parmesan cheese2 teaspoons lemon juice1 dash...

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Dad's Favourite Fried Potato Slices
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Dad’s Favourite Fried Potato Slices

Ingredients: 1 potatoes, washed,peeled and sliced in thin concentric circleswater, as requiredsalt, as requiredoil,...

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Marinated Dry Jack Cheese in Herbed Olive Oil
AppetizersCheeseCondiments

Marinated Dry Jack Cheese in Herbed Olive Oil

Ingredients: 7 ounces dry monterey jack cheese, rind removed and sliced lengthwise into 1/4...

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Tapas - Spicy Pork Skewers (pinchos Morunos)
AppetizersMain dishPork loins

Tapas – Spicy Pork Skewers (pinchos Morunos)

Ingredients: 1 pork tenderloins ( about 1 pound)2 tablespoons sweet paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin1...

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Bleu Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLow calorieLow carb

Bleu Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 30 mushrooms, rinsed with stem removed1 -1 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (...

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Margarita Guacamole
< 15 minsAppetizersVegetarian

Margarita Guacamole

Ingredients: 3 avocados, peeled and chopped3 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon tequila1 tablespoon orange liqueur6...

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Cold Teriyaki Tofu
AppetizersBeansSoy/tofu

Cold Teriyaki Tofu

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packages firm tofu1/2 cup soy sauce3 cloves minced garlic2 teaspoons...

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Easy
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Easy, Cheesy Artichoke Appetizer

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls ( can use reduced-fat)3/4 cup...

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Easy Nachos Deluxe Bake
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Nachos Deluxe Bake

Ingredients: 150 g tortilla chips ( or more if desired)2 1/2 cups refried beans...

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Barbecue Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Barbecue Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 large eggs1/4 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup finely chopped smoked pork1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4...

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Buffalo Wing Wrap
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Buffalo Wing Wrap

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened2/3 cup chicken wing sauce ( I use Cookie’s...

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Balsamic Roasted Pears With Pepper and Honey
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Balsamic Roasted Pears With Pepper and Honey

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 firm-ripe pears, halved lengthwise and cored3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar4...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Turmeric Spiced Snack Crackers

Ingredients: 6 cups oyster crackers1/4 cup water1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder1...

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Gordon's Restaurant  Artichoke Fritters
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Gordon’s Restaurant Artichoke Fritters

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powdersaltfreshy ground black pepper1 cup milk1 eggs1...

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Balsamic Glazed Sausage Bites
< 30 minsAppetizersMain dish

Balsamic Glazed Sausage Bites

Ingredients: 6 sweet Italian sausage2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup balsamic vinegar Directions: Fill a...

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Sesame Sweet Potato Wedges
AppetizersSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sesame Sweet Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, unpeeled and cut into wedges2 tablespoons olive oil1...

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Spanish Olive and Cream Cheese Canapes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Spanish Olive and Cream Cheese Canapes

Ingredients: 10 -12 slices white bread ( just use sliced regular sandwich bread for...

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Vidalia Onion and Ham Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsSpreads

Vidalia Onion and Ham Bruschetta

Ingredients: 4 ounces sliced low-fat ham, cut into 1 inch pieces ( 3/4 cup)1...

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Avocado and Orange Salad
AppetizersOrangesSalads

Avocado and Orange Salad

Ingredients: 2 oranges2 ripe avocados2 tablespoons lemon juice50 g pecan halves2 tablespoons unsweetened orange...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Garlic Roasted Potato Wedges with Jalapeno Chili

Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray2 1/2 lbs potatoes, cut lengthwise into 1-inch thick wedges3 tablespoons...

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Hummus (Low Fat)
AppetizersBeansGreek

Hummus (Low Fat)

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans garbanzo beans1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice3/4 cup plain nonfat...

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Bonstrs Awesome Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Bonstrs Awesome Salsa

Ingredients: 5 medium plum tomatoes, finely chopped1 medium yellow onions, finely chopped8 scallions, finely...

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Italian Cucumber Bread
AppetizersSide dishesSpreads

Italian Cucumber Bread

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened2 (2/3 ounce) packets Italian salad dressing mix1 tablespoon...

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Stuffed Focaccia With Roasted Eggplant and Oregano
AppetizersBreadsMain dish

Stuffed Focaccia With Roasted Eggplant and Oregano

Ingredients: 2 eggplants1 teaspoon sea salt1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, for brushing1 teaspoon...

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Pepperoni Pizza Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Pepperoni Pizza Wraps

Ingredients: 1/2 cup pizza sauce4 flour tortillas ( 7 or 8 inch)1 cup mozzarella...

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Smoked Salmon and Brie Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Smoked Salmon and Brie Pizza

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, approximately1 lb brie cheese12 ounces smoked salmon1...

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Chilled Soba Noodles
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Chilled Soba Noodles

Ingredients: 8 ounces dried soba noodles ( buckwheat)1 1/2 inches ginger, peeled and sliced...

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My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin seeds1/2 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Directions: Rinse the seeds...

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Corn Oysters
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Corn Oysters

Ingredients: 1 cup corn ( either fresh off the cob or canned whole kernel,...

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Whiskey Weiners
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Whiskey Weiners

Ingredients: 1 lb beef smokies3/4 cup chili sauce or 3/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup brown...

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Peppers Italian Country Style
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Peppers Italian Country Style

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 medium onions2 red bell peppers2 yellow bell...

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Pizza-dilla
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Pizza-dilla

Ingredients: 1 large flour tortillaspizza sauce ( I like Contadina, in a squeeze bottle)grated...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) With Raw Garlic
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Eggplant (Aubergine) With Raw Garlic

Ingredients: 1 large eggplantsolive oil, as needed ( extra-virgin preferred)4 garlic cloves, peeled and...

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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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Burger Bites
AppetizersGround beefPineapple

Burger Bites

Ingredients: 1/2 cup barbecue sauce ( suggest KRAFT Honey Barbecue Sauce or BULL’S-EYE Original...

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Linda's Shrimp Stuffed Eggs
AppetizersEggsShrimp

Linda’s Shrimp Stuffed Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs, hard boiled1 (6 ounce) cans shrimp, drained1/3 cup mayonnaise ( to...

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Empanadas Con Queso
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Empanadas Con Queso

Ingredients: 1 lb flour1/2 lb butter, plus2 tablespoons butter1 eggs2 tablespoons red wine vinegar3...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Baked Pate

Ingredients: 1/2 cup raw chicken or 1/2 cup turkey1/2 cup veal, mixed with turkey1...

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Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

Ingredients: 1 lb country-style phyllo pastry ( if you can’t get that, regular phyllo...

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Super Bowl Nachos
AppetizersGround beefLunch/snacks

Super Bowl Nachos

Ingredients: 8 cups tortilla chips, home-made or store bought1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 lb...

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Lipton Hearty Nachos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Lipton Hearty Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages Lipton Onion Soup Mix (...

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Baked Olives
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Baked Olives

Ingredients: 1 lb black olives ( not canned – use Nicoise or Kalamata)3 cloves...

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Breaded Eggplant (Oven-Baked)
AppetizersVegetablesVegetarian

Breaded Eggplant (Oven-Baked)

Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, peeled and cut crosswise ( I cut 1/4-1/2 inch wide)1...

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AppetizersAsianVegetables

Low Cal Vegetable Siew Mai

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons broccoli or 4 tablespoons cauliflower, chopped4 tablespoons carrots, boiled and chopped4...

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Lighter Chocolate Covered Strawberries
AppetizersBerriesStrawberries

Lighter Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Ingredients: 10 ounces dark chocolate chips ( or milk)2 tablespoons canola oil1 lb fresh...

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Veggie Pizza  "no Crust!!!"
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Veggie Pizza “no Crust!!!”

Ingredients: 1 portabella mushrooms, cap1/4 cup sliced bell peppers ( green,yellow whatever you like)2...

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Garlic Bread Ring
AppetizersBreadsKid Friendly

Garlic Bread Ring

Ingredients: 1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed3/4 cup butter, melted1 eggs, beaten1/4 cup grated...

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