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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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Tortellini Tapas With Spicy Ranch Dip
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Tortellini Tapas With Spicy Ranch Dip

Ingredients: 2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini1 (24 ounce) bottles peppercorn ranch dressing,...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Yummy, Fast and Easy Roast Beef Wrap

Ingredients: 1 8-inch flour tortillas2 slices deli roast beef1 slice provolone cheese Directions: On...

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Saganaki (fried Cheese) Greek Style
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Saganaki (fried Cheese) Greek Style

Ingredients: 1 lb krinos kefalograviera cheese or 1 lb kasseri cheese or 1 lb...

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Onion Bhajis
AppetizersAsianVegetables

Onion Bhajis

Ingredients: 2 cups red lentils3 medium sized onions ( chopped)5 green chilies ( chopped...

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Tuna and Avocado Shell Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Tuna and Avocado Shell Salad

Ingredients: 12 jumbo pasta shells, fresh cooked2 cans tuna in water, drained1 avocados, diced3...

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Corn Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Corn Crackers

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal1/2 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon granulated sugar1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper2...

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Lemongrass and Tofu Nuggets
AppetizersBeansSoy/tofu

Lemongrass and Tofu Nuggets

Ingredients: 4 spring onions ( roughly chopped)1 inch piece gingerroot ( peeled & chopped)1...

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Italian Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Italian Potato Skins

Ingredients: 12 medium baking potatoes1/2 cup margarine, melted1 lb Italian sausage1 (12 ounce) cans...

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Spiced Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spiced Mushrooms

Ingredients: 500 g button mushrooms, whole or sliced1/2 cup oil1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 teaspoon...

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Crusty Crab
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crusty Crab

Ingredients: 1/2 lb crabmeat2 tomatoes, chopped and drained2 hard-boiled eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sour...

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Roast Tomato Salad
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Roast Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 6 medium ripe tomatoes2 cloves garlic, peeled6 anchovy fillets, rinsed1/2 cup basil leaves6...

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Wild Rice Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Wild Rice Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked1 lb crabmeat ( imitation works...

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Indian Tuna Salad
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Indian Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 can chunk tuna, drained1/2 celery ribs, diced small1 tablespoon dill pickle relish2...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Jenny’s Harvest Popcorn Mix

Ingredients: 3 quarts popped popcorn, plain and unseasoned1 cup dried apples, cut into 1/2...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Roulade of Prosciutto, Figs, Stilton and Goat Cheeses with Port

Ingredients: 4 ounces dried figs, halved2 1/2 cups port wine1/3 cup crumbled Stilton cheese1/3...

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AppetizersCoconutShrimp

Coconut Prawns

Ingredients: 24 prawns or 24 large shrimp1/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar2 eggs2...

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Antipasticks
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Antipasticks

Ingredients: wooden skewers ( 8 inch)1 pint grape tomatoes20 small bocconcini, balls ( fresh...

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Roasted Sweet Onion Roses
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Roasted Sweet Onion Roses

Ingredients: 1 sweet onions, peeled and cut in half crosswiseolive oilbalsamic vinegarsalt & freshly...

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Roasted Garlic
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Roasted Garlic, Feta, and Walnut Dip, Toasted

Ingredients: 1 medium bulbs of garlic ( end cut off, 1 clove peeled and...

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Korean Pachanga (Vegetable Pancake)
AppetizersCarrotsSide dishes

Korean Pachanga (Vegetable Pancake)

Ingredients: 1 carrots1 large leeks6 green onions1 large zucchini1 large yellow squash2 fresh jalapeno...

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Cranberry Brie Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cranberry Brie Bites

Ingredients: 2 sheets puff pastry1 1/2 cups cranberry sauce1 (10 ounce) triangle brie cheese...

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Potato and Smoked Salmon Lasagna
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Potato and Smoked Salmon Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 medium leeks, white and tender green, coarsely chopped1/2 lb fresh...

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Swiss Cheese and Porcini Fondue
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Swiss Cheese and Porcini Fondue

Ingredients: 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms ( Porcini are available at Italian markets and...

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Spicy Low fat
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Spicy Low fat, New Potatoes

Ingredients: 7 -8 small red potatoesgarlic powderred chili powderMrs. Dash seasoning mix2 tablespoons olive...

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Fresh Tomato Tart
AppetizersTomatoesVegetables

Fresh Tomato Tart

Ingredients: 1 rolled refrigerated unbaked pie shells1 cup shredded gruyere or 1 cup swiss...

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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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Indian Mince Cutlets
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Indian Mince Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb or 2 lbs ground goat meat or 2 lbs...

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Fantastic Shrimp Cocktail Spread!
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Fantastic Shrimp Cocktail Spread!

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream, plus2 tablespoons sour...

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Tuna Salsa Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksTuna

Tuna Salsa Wraps

Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) envelopes chunk light tuna or 1 (7 ounce) envelopes albacore...

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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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Baked Stilton Pastries
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Stilton Pastries

Ingredients: 4 ounces stilton blue cheese2 ounces cream cheese1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 pinch cayenne...

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Pot Sticker Pork and Coriander Dumplings With Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pot Sticker Pork and Coriander Dumplings With Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 300 g pork mince3 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon ketjap manis or 1 tablespoon...

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Homemade Low Calorie Potato Chips

Ingredients: 1 large potatoes, scrubbed clean and sliced wafer thin1/2 teaspoon olive oilsalt or...

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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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Tomato Treat - 1
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Tomato Treat – 1

Ingredients: 2 large field fresh tomatoes1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon coarsely ground salt1 teaspoon coarsely...

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Herbed Garlic Croutons
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Herbed Garlic Croutons

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons margarine ( unsalted)2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon basil1/2 teaspoon oregano2 cups...

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Federal Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Federal Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/2 lb large shrimp ( #24)1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 shallots, minced2...

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Texas Fried Onion Wedges
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Texas Fried Onion Wedges

Ingredients: 2 large texas sweet onions or 2 large vidalia onions1 1/2 cups flour1/2...

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Grilled Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Grilled Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package frozen bread doughprosciuttosliced tomatoesfresh asparagusshaved parmesan cheeseonionsherbs ( etc)1...

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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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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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Super Shrimp and Garlic Bruschetta
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Super Shrimp and Garlic Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil ( or spray a small skillet with olive oil)6...

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Tarator - Bulgarian Cold Cucumber Soup
AppetizersEggs/dairySoups & stews

Tarator – Bulgarian Cold Cucumber Soup

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers ( about 500 g or 1 lb)500 g plain yogurt (...

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Jack Quesadillas With Cranberry Salsa
AppetizersLunch/snacksTurkey

Jack Quesadillas With Cranberry Salsa

Ingredients: 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped green...

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Mushroom Mozzarella Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsGrains

Mushroom Mozzarella Bruschetta

Ingredients: Italian bread, cut in half lengthwise1 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1/4...

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Italian Flag Salad (Caprese)
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Italian Flag Salad (Caprese)

Ingredients: 4 perfect ripe aromatic roma tomatoes2 (4 ounce) fresh mozzarella balls ( the...

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Herb-Baked Polenta With Parmesan
AppetizersLow proteinPasta

Herb-Baked Polenta With Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 medium onions4 cups water1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1...

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Blue Cheese Vodka Balls (Finger Food)
AppetizersNorth americanSide dishes

Blue Cheese Vodka Balls (Finger Food)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup blue cheese1/2 cup fat-free cream cheese1 tablespoon peppar vodka1 tablespoon fresh...

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Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Ingredients: 1 cup rice ( I use Carolina for this recipe)4 cups chopped onions1/2...

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Mediterranean Crab Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mediterranean Crab Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb backfin crab meat, picked over1/2 cup black olives, sliced1 (7 ounce)...

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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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Crispy Chicken Flautas
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Crispy Chicken Flautas

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, bone insalt and pepper, to taste2 tablespoons chicken stock, plus...

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Spicy Asian Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksMarinades and rubs

Spicy Asian Wings

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs chicken wings1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 cup dry sherry1 tablespoon sesame...

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Taco Crescent Wreath
AppetizersSouthwestern u.s.Vegetables

Taco Crescent Wreath

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls2 chipotle chiles in adobo (...

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Okonomi Yaki (Veggie Pancakes)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Okonomi Yaki (Veggie Pancakes)

Ingredients: 1/2 small green cabbage, shredded ( apprx 3-4 cups, red, Green or Chinese)1...

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Blackberry Fried Brie
AppetizersDessertGrains

Blackberry Fried Brie

Ingredients: 1/2 lb brie cheese1 large eggs, beaten2 ounces fresh breadcrumbs1 ounce caster or...

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AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Fried Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 large vidalia onions or 1 large sweet onions3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup...

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Fish Kibbeh
AppetizersFishOnions

Fish Kibbeh

Ingredients: 1 kg hamour fish, cleaned, washed and de-boned8 spring onions, washed and finely...

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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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Trader Vic's Crab Rangoon
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Trader Vic’s Crab Rangoon

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh crabmeat, drained and chopped1/2 lb cream cheese, room temperature1/2 teaspoon...

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