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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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Mexican Pick-Up Sticks
AppetizersSouthwestern u.s.Tex Mex

Mexican Pick-Up Sticks

Ingredients: 2 (2 7/8 ounce) cans French-fried onions 2 (1 1/2 ounce) cans potato...

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Spitfire Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Spitfire Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 limes, juice and zest of2 ounces hot sauce1 tablespoon cumin1/2 teaspoon red...

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Meatball With Rice Krispies
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Meatball With Rice Krispies

In the realm of culinary delights, the fusion of traditional recipes with unconventional ingredients...

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Cranberry Sausage Tartlettes
AppetizersMeatWinter

Cranberry Sausage Tartlettes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cranberries 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup orange juice 1 lb...

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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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Mamas Stuffed Celery
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Mamas Stuffed Celery

Ingredients: 1 bunch celery 8 ounces brick cream cheese 1 (16 ounce) cans olives...

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Turkish Circassian Chicken
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Turkish Circassian Chicken

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) roasting chickens ( you can also use boneless chicken breast...

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Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersMain dishTurkey

Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: romaine lettuce leaves ( cut in half horizontally)2 tablespoons peanut oil5 crushed garlic...

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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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Chili Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsSide dishes

Chili Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 3 cups grated monterey jack cheese4 ounces diced green chilies, drained1 cup mayonnaise1...

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Chicken Cucumber Boats
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Cucumber Boats

Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers1 cup cooked chicken breasts, cubed3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 cup...

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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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Sticky Sausages
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sticky Sausages

Ingredients: 2 lbs cocktail franks3 tablespoons runny honey5 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 teaspoon mustard seeds...

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BBQ Oysters With Ginger
AppetizersSide dishesSouth west pacific

BBQ Oysters With Ginger

Ingredients: 12 oysters1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped1/4 cup butter, diced into small cubes2...

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Baby Kay's Shrimp Remoulade
AppetizersSaladsShrimp

Baby Kay’s Shrimp Remoulade

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped1 garlic cloves, fresh, minced1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon horseradish...

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Italian Sausage and Onions
AppetizersMain dishTurkey

Italian Sausage and Onions

Ingredients: 1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil1 lb sweet Italian turkey sausage2 sweet onions,...

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Nacho Dip
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Nacho Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cottage cheese8 ounces cream cheese, softened8 ounces salsa4 -5 green onions,...

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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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Healthy Vegetarian Samosas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Healthy Vegetarian Samosas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 medium white potatoes, diced300 g sweet potatoes, diced10 string beans1/2 red...

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Buffalo Meatballs
AppetizersMain dishMeat

Buffalo Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground buffalo meat2 eggs, slightly beaten1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or...

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Imitation Crab (Surimi) Salad
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Imitation Crab (Surimi) Salad

Ingredients: 5 eggs, hard-boiled7 ounces surimi ( imitation crab meat)3 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon...

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Cream Cheese Chicken Ball
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Cream Cheese Chicken Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (2 ounce) packages dry ranch dressing...

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Prosciutto
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Prosciutto, Fontina and Tomato Grilled Panini

Ingredients: 1 loaf rustic bread ( 1 lb.)1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/2 cup olive oil5...

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Potato or Pumpkin Scallops or Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Potato or Pumpkin Scallops or Cakes

Ingredients: 700 g large old potatoes or 700 g pumpkin2 cups self-raising flour1 teaspoon...

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Tarama Salata
AppetizersLemonSpreads

Tarama Salata

Ingredients: 8 slices white bread1 medium onions1 garlic cloves1 parsley sprigs8 ounces tarama1 cup...

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Open-Faced Salmon Tea Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalmon

Open-Faced Salmon Tea Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sour cream1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons fresh dill...

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Peruvian Anticuchos
AppetizersBeefMeat

Peruvian Anticuchos

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs of fresh beef heart, thinly sliced and cut into squares...

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Garantita (Algerian Chickpea Pie)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Garantita (Algerian Chickpea Pie)

Ingredients: 2 cups chickpea flour4 cups water1/2 cup oil ( not olive oil)1 tablespoon...

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Grandmother's Famous Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Grandmother’s Famous Mix

Ingredients: 12 -24 ounces Crispix cereal ( 1 box)6 ounces Cheerios toasted oat cereal...

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Mushroom Bruschetta
< 60 minsAppetizersVegetables

Mushroom Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian bread2 ounces extra virgin olive oil2 vidalia onions, sliced1 garlic...

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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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Spicy Carrot Puree
AfricanAppetizersVegetables

Spicy Carrot Puree

Ingredients: 750 g carrots, peeled and choppedsalt4 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons wine vinegar2 garlic...

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Tortilla Dessert Cups
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Tortilla Dessert Cups

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon10 (6 inch) flour tortillas8 ounces reduced-fat cream...

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Gingery Fried Chicken Appetizer
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Gingery Fried Chicken Appetizer

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons mirin (read *NOTE) or 2 tablespoons dry white wine ( read...

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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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Mexican Snack Stacks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexican Snack Stacks

Ingredients: 1/2 cup salsa ( any variety, I used my homemade)1/4 cup sour cream1/2...

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Goat Cheese Toasts
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Goat Cheese Toasts

Ingredients: 1 loaf French baguettes, sliced into 36 1/2 inch segments3 tablespoons olive oil8...

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Baked Polenta Fries
AppetizersPastarice and grains

Baked Polenta Fries

Ingredients: 2 (18 ounce) tubes plain polenta3 tablespoons olive oilcoarse saltpepper1 teaspoon dried Italian...

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Buffalo Chicken Tenders or Fingers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Buffalo Chicken Tenders or Fingers

Ingredients: 16 breaded chicken tenders1/2 cup louisiana hot sauce1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic...

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Poppy Seed and Yoghurt Dipping Sauce for Shrimp
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Poppy Seed and Yoghurt Dipping Sauce for Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons poppy seeds1 cup plain yogurt ( I used Greek)1 teaspoon garlic,...

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Marinated Tomatoes With Basil and Balsamic Vinegar
AppetizersSaladsTomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes With Basil and Balsamic Vinegar

Ingredients: 1 small red onions, thinly sliced4 cups ice water1/2-3/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup...

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Raspberries and Blueberries With Honey Zabaglione
AppetizersBerriesBlueberries

Raspberries and Blueberries With Honey Zabaglione

Ingredients: 2 egg yolks1/2 cup honey1 cup muscat wine3/4 cup low-fat yogurt1/2 cup raspberries1/2...

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Italian Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese
AppetizersElbow macaroniSide dishes

Italian Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni2 cups fontinella cheese, grated1 1/2 tablespoons butter ( not...

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Antipasto Di Melanzane (Eggplant Appetizer)
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Antipasto Di Melanzane (Eggplant Appetizer)

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants1/4 cup olive oil3 large ripe tomatoes4 garlic cloves1 tablespoon tomato...

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Baked Zucchini Appetizer
AppetizersLunch/snacksSquash

Baked Zucchini Appetizer

Ingredients: 3 cups zucchini ( chopped small pieces)1 chopped onions1/2 cup shredded cheese4 eggs3/4...

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Strawberry Bruschetta
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Strawberry Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) baguette-style French bread1 (8 ounce) containers cream cheese1 tablespoon honey2...

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Sausage Balls With Apples and Craisins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sausage Balls With Apples and Craisins

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk pork sausage2 1/2 cups baking mix2 granny smith apples, grated...

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Garlic Lime Soup
AppetizersLow proteinSoups & stews

Garlic Lime Soup

Ingredients: 1 quart good chicken stock1/2 cup sliced garlic cloves ( not TOO thin)3...

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Tropical Curry Coconut Shrimp (Diabetic)
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Tropical Curry Coconut Shrimp (Diabetic)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon peanut oil3 scallions, thinly sliced2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2...

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Almond Cream Cheese Balls
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Almond Cream Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup almonds, chopped1 cup almonds, sliced1/2 cup...

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Caribbean Shrimp Toss
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Caribbean Shrimp Toss

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger2 limes, juice...

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Beer-Battered Coconut Shrimp With Pineapple-Mustard Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Beer-Battered Coconut Shrimp With Pineapple-Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 1/3 cup pineapple preserves1/3 cup apricot preserves1/4 cup coarse-ground mustard15 -17 large unpeeled...

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Goat Cheese
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Goat Cheese, Lemon, and Chive Turnovers

Ingredients: 4 ounces fresh goat cheese, at room temperature ( about 1/2 cup)1/4 cup...

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Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLow carbLow sodium

Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon garlic powdersalt or pepper25 large mushroom caps8 ounces Philadelphia...

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Grilled Scallops With Cashew - Cucumber Relish
AppetizersMain dishSeafood

Grilled Scallops With Cashew – Cucumber Relish

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, diced1/2 cup cashews, chopped1/4 cup onions, minced1/4 cup parsley, chopped1 tablespoon...

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Basil Pesto Bread Rounds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Basil Pesto Bread Rounds

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) French baguettes ( cut into about 1/2-inch slices, purchase the...

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Tuna Salad Roll Ups (Fast
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tuna Salad Roll Ups (Fast, Light, Low-Carb, Snack)

Ingredients: 6 ounces low-sodium tuna in water ( 1 can)12 leaves iceberg lettuce1/2 cup...

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I Can't Be Left Alone With It
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

I Can’t Be Left Alone With It, Artichoke Pie

Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) boxes frozen artichoke hearts, thawed & chopped small1 tablespoon olive...

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Creole Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Creole Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb raw salmon fillets, skin and pin bones removed, cut into 1-inch...

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Cranberry Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Cranberry Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs fresh crabmeat, flaked3/4 cup breadcrumbs1 cup swiss cheese, shredded1/4 cup...

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