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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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Smoky
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Smoky, Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde Aka Green Hell!

Ingredients: 1 lb tomatillos, cut into quarters1 habanero peppers, seeds and all1 onions, rough...

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Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Panera Bread Tomato Mozzarella Salad

Ingredients: 1 loaf focaccia bread5 -6 ripe tomatoes, chopped2 tablespoons chopped fresh basilred onions,...

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Pub-Style Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Pub-Style Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten1 cup self-rising flour, you can sub regular3/4 cup beer2 teaspoons...

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Cucumber Salsa
< 30 minsAppetizersVegetables

Cucumber Salsa

Ingredients: 6 cucumbers, chopped4 tomatoes, chopped1 red onions, chopped1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch...

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Glazed Tofu Bars
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Glazed Tofu Bars

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons cider vinegarpepper, to...

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Italian Sausage Bread
< 4 hoursAppetizersBreads

Italian Sausage Bread

Ingredients: 8 ounces bulk Italian sausage ( we like the extra spicy one)1 cup...

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Zucchini Mix
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Zucchini Mix

Ingredients: 2 zucchini, sliced ( zucchini approx 7-inch long)2 potatoes, peeled and cut into...

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Lemon Garlic Baked Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Lemon Garlic Baked Shrimp

Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic3/4 lb medium shrimp ( 16/20)1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley1/4 cup...

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Broiled Deviled Tomatoes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Broiled Deviled Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 small tomatoes, halved4 -5 cloves garlic, mashed1/2 teaspoon dry mustard2 tablespoons extra...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Tortellini Antipasto Kebabs

Ingredients: 1 package frozen cheese tortellini1 package sliced pepperoni1 jar black olives1 jar pitted...

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Cranberry Chipotle Spread
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Cranberry Chipotle Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh cranberries2 teaspoons orange rind, freshly grated1/2 cup pecans or 1/2...

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Chorizo
AppetizersOne Dish mealSavory pies

Chorizo, Crabmeat Quiche

Ingredients: 1 ready-made pie crusts2 ounces chorizo sausage, diced1 small onions, diced1/2 cup diced...

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Taco Bowls
AppetizersLunch/snacksTurkey

Taco Bowls

Ingredients: 20 (6 inch) flour tortillas1 lb ground turkey1 1/4 ounces reduced-sodium taco seasoning...

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Margaritas and Shrimp All Around
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Margaritas and Shrimp All Around

Ingredients: 1 cup tequila ( preferably 100% blue agave)1/2 cup Cointreau liqueur or 1/2...

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Pizza Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Pizza Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce2 teaspoons butter, softened4 flour tortillas ( 10 inches)1...

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Mama's Nachos Grande!!!
AmericanAppetizersSouthwestern u.s.

Mama’s Nachos Grande!!!

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sunflower oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil1 onions, finely chopped1/2 green...

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Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon

Ingredients: 6 -8 large tortillas16 ounces soften cream cheese1 cup prepared salsa1 cup shredded...

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Pot Stickers (Chinese Dumplings)
AppetizersMeatPork

Pot Stickers (Chinese Dumplings)

Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork2 chopped green onions1 tablespoon soy sauce2 teaspoons rice wine1...

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Crab Appetizers
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 can flakey biscuits8 ounces cream cheese1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt1 tablespoon chopped fresh...

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AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Bomb Shelter Croustades

Ingredients: 24 slices very thin sliced white bread ( low calorie bread is the...

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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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Eggplant (Aubergine) Roll
AppetizersOne Dish mealSavory pies

Eggplant (Aubergine) Roll

Ingredients: 2 lbs eggplants, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices1 lb ground beef1 medium...

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Japanese-Style Tofu
AppetizersLunch/snacksSoy/tofu

Japanese-Style Tofu

Ingredients: 1/2 lb firm tofu, drained1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon...

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Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp, Pepper and Mango Kabobs in Ginger Marinade

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced ginger2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup rice wine vinegar1/2 cup lime...

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Coconut Shrimp With a Kick - Baked or Fried
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Coconut Shrimp With a Kick – Baked or Fried

Ingredients: 18 large shrimp, raw, peeled, deveined ( about 1 lb)1/3 cup cornstarch3/4 teaspoon...

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Baked salmon Balls
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Baked salmon Balls

Ingredients: 1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans salmon1/4 cup breadcrumbs1/4 cup diced green onions1 tablespoon...

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Buffalo-Style Celery Sticks
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Buffalo-Style Celery Sticks

Ingredients: 4 ounces blue cheese4 ounces low-fat cream cheese6 large celery ribscayenne pepper, to...

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Delectable Italian Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefSide dishes

Delectable Italian Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 lbs ground beef1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs5 cloves garlic ( chopped finely)2...

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Gus's Incredible Chicken Taco Filling
AppetizersOne Dish mealSpreads

Gus’s Incredible Chicken Taco Filling

Ingredients: 1 whole large chicken, boiled and boned1 (16 ounce) jars of pickled mild...

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Barbecue Chex Mix
AppetizersNorth americanPasta

Barbecue Chex Mix

Ingredients: 3 cups Rice Chex3 cups Corn Chex1 1/2 cups pretzel twists1 1/2 cups...

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Kaseropita (Tiropita Using Kaseri Cheese)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSavory pies

Kaseropita (Tiropita Using Kaseri Cheese)

Ingredients: 500 g phyllo pastry ( if you are lucky enough to get the...

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Herbed Feta Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Herbed Feta Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 lb miniature red bell peppers or 1 lb orange bell peppers or...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Brie or Camembert, Baked

Ingredients: 1 small 125Gram cheese wheel1/4 cup milk1 package Shake-and-Bake, original2 crisp whole grain...

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Festive Tortilla Roll Ups
AppetizersSpreadsWinter

Festive Tortilla Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces light cream cheese 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 green onions,...

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Fried Halloumi Cheese With Caper Vinaigrette
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Fried Halloumi Cheese With Caper Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1 lemons, juice and zest of, finely grated2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1...

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Cilantro Lime Cream Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Cilantro Lime Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers sour cream1 jalapeno peppers2 limes1 bunch cilantro1/2 teaspoon kosher...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Deep Fried Coconut Shrimp

Ingredients: vegetable oil, enough to fry shrimp3/4 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4...

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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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Pinecone Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Pinecone Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (250 g) packages cream cheese, softened ( light works fine)2 cups shredded...

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Feta Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Feta Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese1/3 cup...

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Firecracker Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsTex Mex

Firecracker Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans pizza dough1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans chopped green chilies...

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Beet Hearts With Chevre
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Beet Hearts With Chevre

Ingredients: 2 medium beets1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup chevre cheesefresh chives Directions: Preheat oven...

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Teeny Tomato Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Teeny Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups assorted cherry tomatoes or 2 cups red pear tomatoes or 2...

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White Bean Bruschetta
AppetizersBeansItalian

White Bean Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 cup cannellini beans, cooked ( white)2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons...

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Curried Pork Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Curried Pork Bites

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons garam masala or 2 tablespoons curry powder1 green onions, finely chopped2...

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Ham Tortilla Stack
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Ham Tortilla Stack

Ingredients: 24 ounces cream cheese2/3 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup Italian salad dressing1 green peppers, finely...

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Salsa Fresca
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Salsa Fresca

Ingredients: 3 -4 plum tomatoes, seeded and minced1 sweet onions, minced1/4 cup coarsely chopped...

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Vegan Baked Tofu Strips
AppetizersMain dishSoy/tofu

Vegan Baked Tofu Strips

Ingredients: 3 (14 ounce) packages extra firm tofu1/4 cup soy sauce1 cup cold water2...

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Hot and Crusty Shrimp Sandwich
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Hot and Crusty Shrimp Sandwich

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dry mustard1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup...

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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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Mahogany Chicken Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mahogany Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 3/4 cup chinese plum sauce1/2 cup chinese hoisin sauce1/2 cup soy sauce (...

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Delightfully Easy and Delicious Bruschetta
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow sat. fat

Delightfully Easy and Delicious Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes1 -2 garlic cloves, crushed2 tablespoons fresh...

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Halloumi and Olives Skewers
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Halloumi and Olives Skewers

Ingredients: 10 pieces one inch halloumi cheese, cubes10 large pitted kalamata olives (extra large)...

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Zucchini "Crab" Cakes
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Zucchini “Crab” Cakes

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups grated zucchini1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine,...

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Mini Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Mini Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh lump crabmeat, cooked,picked over for shells1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs2...

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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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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pineapple Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temp8 ounces crushed pineapple,...

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Ww 4 Points - Baked Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Ww 4 Points – Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 medium russet potatoes8 slices fat free cheese, cut in half1/4 cup nonfat...

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< 4 hoursAppetizersWeeknight

Syrian Bread Dip

Ingredients: 1 loaf Syrian bread ( I use pita bread)olive oiloreganogarlic powder1 cup sour...

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Dancer's Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Dancer’s Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 medium baking potatoes3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded1/3 cup butter6 slices bacon, fried...

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