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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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AppetizersLunch/snacksMarinades and rubs

Avalon Saute’ Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter8 ounces mushrooms1/4 cup chopped garlic1/2 cup dry sherry1 small yellow...

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Gambas Al Ajillo Garlic Shrimp Tapas
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Gambas Al Ajillo Garlic Shrimp Tapas

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil3 canned jalapeno peppers, minced (or less) or...

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Cream Cheese and Crab Spread
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Cream Cheese and Crab Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (6 ounce) packages frozen crabmeat, thawed,drained,and...

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Strawberry Nachos
AppetizersDessertStrawberries

Strawberry Nachos

Ingredients: 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup almond flavored liqueur (such as...

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Spicy Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Spicy Wings

Ingredients: 16 chicken wings1/2 cup corn syrup1/2 cup catsup1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup Worcestershire...

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Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Appetizers
AppetizersPeachesPitted fruits

Grilled Peach and Prosciutto Appetizers

Ingredients: 4 firm ripe peaches, peeled and quartered16 slices prosciuttotoothpicks Directions: Wrap each peach...

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Do It Yourself Baby Potatoes Great Appetizers for the Holidays!
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Do It Yourself Baby Potatoes Great Appetizers for the Holidays!

Ingredients: 1 lb little potatoes1 pinch seasoned sea saltextra virgin olive oil4 -6 slices...

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AppetizersGround beefLunch/snacks

Meatballs With Satay Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g minced beef ( ground beef)1 onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1...

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Roasted Potato Peels
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Roasted Potato Peels

Ingredients: 2 cups potatoes, peelings from about 4 baked potatoes, with a little potato...

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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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Mango Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Mango Salsa

Ingredients: 3 ripe mangoes2 jalapeno peppers ( more or less to taste)1/2 red onions,...

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Crab Boats
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Boats

Ingredients: 2 cans crabmeat, minced8 ounces American cheese, shredded1 onions, chopped finemayonnaise, to bind1...

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Wasabi Shrimp on Rice Crackers
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Wasabi Shrimp on Rice Crackers

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature2 -3 teaspoons wasabi1 lb shrimp, cookedchopped scallions1...

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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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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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Maltese Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Maltese Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 baking potatoesolive oil1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Appetizing Zucchini Puffs
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Appetizing Zucchini Puffs

Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated1 dash hot pepper sauce4 tablespoons...

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Crunchy Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Crunchy Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 1/4 cup potato chips, finely crushed1/4 cup cheddar cheese, finely shredded2 tablespoons all-purpose...

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Prosciutto Wrapped Prawns
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Prosciutto Wrapped Prawns

Ingredients: 12 tablespoons herbed goat cheese or 12 tablespoons other soft cheese12 large prawns,...

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Parmesan and Red Onion Hors D'oeuvres
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Parmesan and Red Onion Hors D’oeuvres

Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely minced red onions1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup parmesan cheese Directions: Mix...

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Crunchy Meatballs with Mustard Sauce
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Crunchy Meatballs with Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup minced onions, more to...

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Chinese Five-Spice Chicken Wings With Cilantro Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Chinese Five-Spice Chicken Wings With Cilantro Sauce

Ingredients: 40 chicken wings or 20 whole chicken wings2 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder3...

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Pepper and Mango Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Pepper and Mango Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 red bell peppers, chopped1/4 green bell peppers, chopped1/4 yellow...

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Steamed Snow Crab Legs
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Steamed Snow Crab Legs

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups water 2 lbs snow crab legs, frozen Directions: In a...

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Marinated Okra
AppetizersSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Marinated Okra

Ingredients: 2 lbs okra1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup olive oil1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1...

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Florida Crab Cakes With Avocado Butter
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Florida Crab Cakes With Avocado Butter

Ingredients: 3/4 lb crabmeat1/2 cup breadcrumbs2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons parsley, chopped1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1...

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Delaware Caterer's Chicken Quesadillas
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Delaware Caterer’s Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages perdue grilled and carved southwestern-seasoned chicken breast6 flour tortillas...

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Cherry Tomatoes in Herb Marinade
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Cherry Tomatoes in Herb Marinade

Ingredients: 2 pints cherry tomatoesboiling water1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 green onions, sliced (...

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Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)

Ingredients: 1/4 cup ultra light mayonnaise or 1/4 cup light mayonnaise1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1...

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Dilly Cheese Ball
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Dilly Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (250 g) packages low-fat cream cheese1 cup grated low-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup...

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Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Peppers

Ingredients: 2 large fresh meaty tomatoessalt & fresh ground pepperfresh mozzarella cheese ( about...

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Indonesian Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Indonesian Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh corn kernels3 eggs, beaten3 tablespoons flour2 tablespoons whipping cream1/2 cup...

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Farina Dumplings (Gnocchi Alla Romana)
AppetizersPastarice and grains

Farina Dumplings (Gnocchi Alla Romana)

Ingredients: 3 cups milk1 cup farina or 1 cup semolina2 eggs, beaten1 tablespoon butter1...

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Bagel Crisps
AppetizersLow fatSide dishes

Bagel Crisps

Ingredients: 4 bagelssaltchili powderoil ( for deep frying) Directions: Slice bagels in half and...

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Brie
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Brie, Roquefort and Wild Mushroom Fondue

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil4 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps diced1 shallots,...

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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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Bleu Gooey Swirls

Ingredients: 19 ounces pre-made pizza dough3/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup chopped parsley1/4 lb butter1/4 cup...

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Gala Salsa
AppetizersTomatoesVegetables

Gala Salsa

Ingredients: 4 gallons crushed red pear tomatoes10 cups diced onions10 cups diced jalapenos3 tablespoons...

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Oysters Rockefeller En Casserole
AppetizersCasserolesShellfish

Oysters Rockefeller En Casserole

Ingredients: 2 dozen oysters1/4 lb butter1 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup chopped...

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Long John Silvers Hush Puppies
< 15 minsAppetizersBreads

Long John Silvers Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 1/4 cup milk 1 eggs 1/2 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon...

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Dove Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishPoultry

Dove Kabobs

Ingredients: 3 dove breasts3 medium onions1 large bell peppersteriyaki saucecherry tomatoesmushrooms Directions: Marinate breasts...

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Pico de gallo shrimp salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Pico de gallo shrimp salad

Ingredients: 1/2 lb peeled cooked medium shrimp1 cup chopped tomatoes1/4 cup chopped red onions2...

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Chinese Sesame Chicken
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chinese Sesame Chicken

Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs1/4 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons rice wine1/2...

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Portabella Mushroom Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Portabella Mushroom Quesadillas

Ingredients: 32 inches fat-free flour tortillas1/2 cup reduced-fat monterey jack cheese1/2 cup kraft free...

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Artichoke Bread
AppetizersBreadsPasta

Artichoke Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread2 garlic cloves2 tablespoons butter1 (6 1/2 ounce) jars marinated...

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Teriyaki Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Teriyaki Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans red sockeye or 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Edamame Dumplings
AppetizersBeansSoy/tofu

Edamame Dumplings

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped2 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoon honey1 cup frozen edamame,...

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Tequila Poppers
AppetizersTex MexVegetables

Tequila Poppers

Ingredients: 2 pints cherry tomatoes2 cups tequila2 limes, sliced3 teaspoons coarse salt1 teaspoon grated...

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Baked Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Baked Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs mushrooms1/2 cup butter1/2 cup onions, finely chopped1 garlic cloves, crushed1...

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Gorkhali Chicken Satay
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Gorkhali Chicken Satay

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts, thinly sliced and cut in 2-inch lengthbamboo skewers, soaked...

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Bacon Wrapped Smokies
AppetizersMeatVery low carbs

Bacon Wrapped Smokies

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages cocktail franks1 lb baconbrown sugar Directions: heat oven to...

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Ceviche With Ahi Tuna
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Ceviche With Ahi Tuna

Ingredients: 20 ounces fresh ahi tuna, cubed1 fresh mango, peeled and cubed1 fresh avocados,...

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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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Creamy Chipotle Chicken Salad
AppetizersChicken breastSpreads

Creamy Chipotle Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 vidalia onions, diced1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour...

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Low Carb Garlic Cheesebread (Yes Low-Carb)
AppetizersBreadsPasta

Low Carb Garlic Cheesebread (Yes Low-Carb)

Ingredients: 2 slices low-carb breadmayonnaiseminced garlic (my choice) or garlic spray, to taste (...

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Caribbean Coconut Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined3/4 cup flour1 eggs1/2 tablespoon baking powder1/2 cup...

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Chili Sauce for Hot Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMeat

Chili Sauce for Hot Dogs

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup onions, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb ground beef1...

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Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened12 large flour tortillas1/2 jar pickled jalapeno chilies, diced...

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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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Greek Meat Pie
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Greek Meat Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground chuck1 lb lean ground lamb2 tablespoons olive oil2 onions,...

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