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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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T G I Friday's Fire Bites
AppetizersLow sat. fatLow sodium

T G I Friday’s Fire Bites

Ingredients: 26 ounces sliced jalapeno peppers ( not pickled, those used for nachos)2 2/3...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Curried Chicken and Rice Salad

Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, chopped2 teaspoons curry powder2...

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Black Bean Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained1 (10 ounce) cans canned corn niblets,...

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Fried Wontons
AppetizersAsianFor large groups

Fried Wontons

Ingredients: 100 wonton skins1 lb ground pork1 bunch green onions, chopped fine1/2 head green...

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Fresh Mozzarella With Basil
AppetizersEggs/dairyLunch/snacks

Fresh Mozzarella With Basil

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese1/4 cup olive oil1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons...

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Italian Grilled Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Italian Grilled Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 medium baking potatoes2 tablespoons olive oil1 clove garlic, minced1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning1...

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Shrimp Ball
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Shrimp Ball

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/3 cup mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons horseradish2 tablespoons...

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Thai Sausage Rolls
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Thai Sausage Rolls

Ingredients: 500 g ground chicken1 (125 g) packages cream cheese, softened1 medium carrots, medium...

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Marshmallow Nachos
AppetizersCandyDessert

Marshmallow Nachos

Ingredients: 7 -8 waffle cones8 large marshmallows2 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping2 tablespoons chocolate...

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Keftedakia (Greek Mint and Ouzo Flavored Meatballs)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Keftedakia (Greek Mint and Ouzo Flavored Meatballs)

Ingredients: 2 slices home-made style bread, trimmed of crust and torn into small pieces1/4...

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Snow Peas'n Cream Cheese
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Snow Peas’n Cream Cheese

Ingredients: 24 snow peas, trimmed1 1/4 tablespoons horseradish3 drops Tabasco sauce6 ounces low-fat cream...

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Platanutres (Plantain Chips)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Platanutres (Plantain Chips)

Ingredients: 4 green plantainsvegetable oilsalt Directions: Trim off both ends from each of the...

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Camembert Fondue With Truffle Essence
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Camembert Fondue With Truffle Essence

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons minced shallots1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter1 cup heavy cream1 1/2 teaspoons truffle...

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AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Aloo Paratha (Indian Potato-Stuffed Flatbreads)

Ingredients: 3 -4 medium potatoes1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2...

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Easy Crunchy Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Easy Crunchy Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts2 teaspoons cajun seasoning1 1/2 cups crushed corn...

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Crispy Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Crispy Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 500 g raw chicken breasts2 eggs3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs1/2...

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Shrimp and Butternut Squash in Coconut Milk Broth
AppetizersShrimpSoups & stews

Shrimp and Butternut Squash in Coconut Milk Broth

Ingredients: 3/4 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons...

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Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 cups cottage cheese, grated ( paneer)2 teaspoons gram flour ( besan)1/2 teaspoon...

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Mini Phyllo Cranberry Shells
AppetizersPoultryTurkey

Mini Phyllo Cranberry Shells

Ingredients: 15 individual miniature phyllo cups, thawed3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup chopped cooked...

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Sweet Chili Oysters
AppetizersShellfishSide dishes

Sweet Chili Oysters

Ingredients: 12 oysters, shucked, with lower half of shell retained12 tablespoons tasty cheese, grated12...

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Broccoli-Cauliflower Fritters
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Broccoli-Cauliflower Fritters

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh broccoli florets1/2 lb fresh cauliflower florets2 cups boiling water2 large...

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Zucchini Flats
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Zucchini Flats

Ingredients: 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese2 eggs2 tablespoons flour2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley3/4 teaspoon...

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The Best Fried Ravioli
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

The Best Fried Ravioli

Ingredients: olive oil, for frying1 cup buttermilk2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 (24 count) boxes...

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Miniature Quiche Lorraine
AppetizersCheeseEggs

Miniature Quiche Lorraine

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) packages pie crust mix ( or if I have the...

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Half-Time Nachos
AppetizersBeansCheese

Half-Time Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1/2-3/4 cup sour cream1 cup avocado dip (optional)1...

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Cold Cucumber Basil Soup
AppetizersEggs/dairySoups & stews

Cold Cucumber Basil Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups plain low-fat yogurt1 medium cucumbers, peeled and grated,coarsely chopped1/4 cup chopped...

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Panko Crab Cakes and Tartar Sauce (Jessup Lane)
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Panko Crab Cakes and Tartar Sauce (Jessup Lane)

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, not too broken apart1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped1 cup panko3...

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Ginger Camembert
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Ginger Camembert

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages camembert cheese3 tablespoons ginger marmalade1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 tablespoon...

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Spinach Salad with Garlic Dressing
< 30 minsAppetizersSalads

Spinach Salad with Garlic Dressing

Ingredients: 5 cups spinach1 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup diced celery4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped1/4 teaspoon...

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Italian Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Italian Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 24 medium fresh button mushrooms2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup scallions or 1/4 cup...

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Fennel and Sea Salt Pita Bread Crisps
AppetizersBreadsMoroccan

Fennel and Sea Salt Pita Bread Crisps

Ingredients: 3 pita bread, cut into wedges1 tablespoon olive oil ( enough to brush)1...

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Blue Smoke Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Blue Smoke Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 large eggs2/3 cup mayonnaise1 1/2 teaspoons tarragon-infused champagne vinegar3/4 teaspoon dry mustard2...

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Lentil
AppetizersMain dishSalads

Lentil, Tomato, and Goat Cheese Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup lentils ( I use brown)2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 bunch green...

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Whiskey Sour
AppetizersLow proteinNorth american

Whiskey Sour

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons kentucky Bourbon1/2 lemons, juice of1 tablespoon sugar, boiled and cooled with...

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Baby Artichokes
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Baby Artichokes

Ingredients: 24 baby artichokes2 quarts water2 tablespoons lemon juiceoil ( for frying)2 eggs1/2 teaspoon...

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AppetizersSalmonSide dishes

Smoked Salmon Tidbits

Ingredients: 1/2 lb smoked salmon8 ounces cream cheese1 tablespoon sour cream, orFrench dressingTabasco sauce,...

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Asian Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Asian Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1 1/2 lbs ground chicken2 tablespoons soy sauce1 cup sweet chili...

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Texas Fries
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Texas Fries

Ingredients: 32 ounces frozen french fries ( or use your favorite home made version)1...

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Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip

Ingredients: 1/3 cup hot apple juice1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup soy...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Warm Ziti Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked ziti pasta1/4 cup chopped fresh basil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons...

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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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Olive cream cheese spread
AppetizersBreakfastSpreads

Olive cream cheese spread

Ingredients: 4 teaspoons light cream cheese2 teaspoons diced pimento stuffed olives Directions: dice pimento...

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Herb Salami Roll Ups
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersWeeknight

Herb Salami Roll Ups

Ingredients: 4 flour tortillas8 ounces cream cheese with herbssliced salami Directions: Spread each tortilla...

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Mini Baked Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Mini Baked Potatoes

Ingredients: 12 very small red potatoes, boiled1/2 cup sour cream2 -3 tablespoons black olives,...

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Velveeta rye party squares
AppetizersBreakfastPork

Velveeta rye party squares

Ingredients: Velveeta cheese1 1/2 lbs pork sausage2 tablespoons grape jellyrye cocktail bread, slices Directions:...

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Chorizo-Potato Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Chorizo-Potato Quesadillas

Ingredients: 6 ounces mexican chorizo sausages ( about 3)1/2 lb potatoes, cooked and cut...

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Kim's Bruschetta
< 30 minsAppetizersBreads

Kim’s Bruschetta

Ingredients: olive oil1 large tomatoes or 2 small tomatoes2 -3 cloves roasted garlicbasilromano cheeseasiago...

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Easy Smoked Oyster Snack
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Smoked Oyster Snack

Ingredients: 24 Nabisco Triscuits1 (8 ounce) packages light cream cheese24 smoked oysters Directions: Spread...

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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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Super Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Super Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 8 hard-boiled eggs4 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish1/2...

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Bowl of Berries
AppetizersBlueberriesDessert

Bowl of Berries

Ingredients: 1 pint strawberries, Hulled About 3 1/4 cups1 pint blueberries, about 3 Cups1/2...

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Honeyed Carrots With Cumin
AppetizersCarrotsSalads

Honeyed Carrots With Cumin

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey1/4 cup water2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cumin48 cut...

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Baked Crab Dip (Like Simon and Seafort's Restaurant)
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Baked Crab Dip (Like Simon and Seafort’s Restaurant)

Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, chopped1/2 cup lump crabmeat, frozen or...

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Spiced Potato Crisps
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Spiced Potato Crisps

Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices1 tablespoon olive oil1/2...

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Bacon Wrapper Water Chestnuts
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Bacon Wrapper Water Chestnuts

Ingredients: 12 slices bacon, cut in half ( may need more or less as...

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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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BLT Pinwheels
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

BLT Pinwheels

Ingredients: 4 ounces softened cream cheese1/2 cup light mayonnaise1/4 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes...

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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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Tortellini Salad with Thai Dressing
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tortellini Salad with Thai Dressing

Ingredients: 24 ounces tortellini, fresh or frozen1/2 red bell peppers, finely diced1/3 cup chopped...

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Salata De Vinete
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Salata De Vinete

Ingredients: 3 medium sized eggplants1/4 cup sunflower oil1 small onions, minced1 garlic cloves, minced1/2...

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