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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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Chicken Strips with Sweet and Sour Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSweet sauces

Chicken Strips with Sweet and Sour Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts2 large eggs6 tablespoons buttermilk1 1/2 cups fine...

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Japanese Style Simmered Sweet Kabocha
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Japanese Style Simmered Sweet Kabocha

Ingredients: 1 lb Japanese pumpkin, kabocha3/4 cup dashi stock3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons soy sauce...

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Basil and Feta Spread
AppetizersGreekSpreads

Basil and Feta Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves1/4 cup chopped chives2 tablespoons minced onions2 -3...

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Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup diced sweet onions ( you can also use red onions)1 cup...

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Exotic Mushroom Tart
AppetizersMain dishSide dishes

Exotic Mushroom Tart

Ingredients: 1 ready-made pie crusts2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup minced onionssaltfreshly ground black pepper4 cups...

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Pepperoni Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pepperoni Puffs

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup milk1 cup grated cheddar cheese1 teaspoon baking powder1...

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Guacamole Stuffed Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Guacamole Stuffed Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs ( cold, halved and yolks removed)1 avocados, mashed2 tablespoons salsa,...

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Quince Paste
AppetizersDessertFruit

Quince Paste

Ingredients: 4 medium quinces, about 2 lbs. total1/4-1/2 cup water2 -3 cups sugar Directions:...

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Fruit and Cheese Sandwich Spread
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Fruit and Cheese Sandwich Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/4 cup apricot preserves1/4 cup orange marmalade1/4...

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Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb tofu2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped1 coriander leaves, coarsely chopped ( if...

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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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Braised Artichokes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Braised Artichokes

Ingredients: 2 large artichokes1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup white wine1 cup water1...

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Hot Reuben Dip
AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Hot Reuben Dip

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar...

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Crispy Chicken Goujons
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Crispy Chicken Goujons

Ingredients: 200 -250 g breadcrumbs, made from stale bread1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon celery...

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Quick Gazpacho
AppetizersSoups & stewsVery low carbs

Quick Gazpacho

Ingredients: 2 cups tomatoes, diced2 -3 medium peeled tomatoes, additional, so the soup won’t...

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Fresh Homemade Ricotta Cheese
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Fresh Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Ingredients: 2 quarts whole milk3 tablespoons fresh lemon juicesalt Directions: Line a colander with...

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Artichoke Spinach Frittata
AppetizersBreakfastOmelets and frittatas

Artichoke Spinach Frittata

Ingredients: 1 cup egg substitute ( equivilant to 4 eggs)1 medium onions, chopped6 single...

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Sweet Pickle Chicken Salad
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Sweet Pickle Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 small jar sweet pickle juice1 small piece onions1 cooked boneless skinless chicken...

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Cheesy Pepper Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Cheesy Pepper Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (30 count) packages saltine crackers, crushed fine1 eggs1/2 teaspoon...

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Lemon Basil Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Lemon Basil Shrimp

Ingredients: 12 -18 large tiger shrimp, peeled and de-veined ( I leave the tail...

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Deep Fried Eggplant (Aubergine)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Deep Fried Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups breadcrumbs, freshly made2 teaspoons paprika2...

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Taco Pinwheels (No Black Olives)
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Taco Pinwheels (No Black Olives)

Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese ( softened)3/4 cup seasoned taco meat1/4 cup finely shredded...

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Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons (Crab Rangoon)
AppetizersCheeseCrab

Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons (Crab Rangoon)

Ingredients: 4 cups oil ( for deep frying, or you can use non-stick, zero-calorie...

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Spiced Thai Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornVegetables

Spiced Thai Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups corn kernels ( from frozen is better than from canned)1...

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Syrian Bread Dip

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

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Puffs for Small (And Big) Kids
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Peanut Butter and Jelly Puffs for Small (And Big) Kids

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated pizza dough1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup jelly1 tablespoon...

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Swedish Nuts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Swedish Nuts

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups blanched almonds2 cups walnut halves2 egg whites1 cup sugar1 dash...

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Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab

Ingredients: 16 fresh jalapeno chiles2 1/2 cups milk1/4 lb grated cheddar cheese1/4 lb cream...

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Layered Seafood Spread
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Layered Seafood Spread

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water3/4 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Pancakes (Crepes) Filled With Mushrooms (Filling Only)

Ingredients: 4 ounces mushrooms2 ounces buttersaltblack peppergrated nutmeg1 ounce flour1/2 pint hot milk4 ounces...

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Spicy Chicken Pastries
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Chicken Pastries

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups shortening4 cups flour, and a little more as needed2 teaspoons...

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Quick and Easy Ham Rollups
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Quick and Easy Ham Rollups

Ingredients: 4 -6 flour tortillas1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 slice thin hamdill...

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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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Chorizo With Dates and Bacon
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Chorizo With Dates and Bacon

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) chorizo sausage8 medjool dates, cut in half lengthways and pitted16...

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Grilled Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsTomatoes

Grilled Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 loaf crusty bread, sliced into 10 slices2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup olive...

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Fruit Bouquet
AppetizersFruitMelons

Fruit Bouquet

Ingredients: 1 cantaloupe, peeled 1 melon, peeled 15 strawberries, hulled 10 pineapple chunks, fresh...

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Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub
AppetizersMain dishMarinades and rubs

Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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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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AppetizersRiceSide dishes

Wild Rice Griddle Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice1 cup carrots, grated ( 2 to 3...

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Zucchini Boats With Ricotta and Basil
AppetizersLow sodiumSide dishes

Zucchini Boats With Ricotta and Basil

Ingredients: 6 small zucchini ( about 1 1/2 pounds)1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup loosely...

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Easy Vegetable Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Easy Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients: 1 loaf frozen bread dough or 1 loaf pizza dough1 package room temperature...

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Neiman Marcus Cheese Ball
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Neiman Marcus Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise4 green onions ( chopped)6 ounces cheddar cheese ( shredded)12 ounces...

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Tabbouleh Wrapped in Romaine Leaves
AppetizersLemonSalads

Tabbouleh Wrapped in Romaine Leaves

Ingredients: 3/4 cup bulgur wheat1 cup minced onions1 teaspoon ground allspice1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon...

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Old Fashioned Fish Cakes With Sour Cream Sauce
AppetizersFishLunch/snacks

Old Fashioned Fish Cakes With Sour Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g cooked fish, flaked ( eg. poached blue-eye cod)2 cups fresh white...

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West African Tropical Fruit Salad
AppetizersBananasSalads

West African Tropical Fruit Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups 1/2 inch cubed fresh pineapple or 4 cups canned pineapple2 medium...

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Crab Cakes Like Joe's Crab Shack
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes Like Joe’s Crab Shack

Ingredients: 1 eggs1/3 cup mayonnaise2 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon dry...

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Baked Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Baked Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk1/2 cup crushed...

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Salmon Gefilte Layered Loaf
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Gefilte Layered Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf salmon-gefilte, defrosted ( A&B)1 loaf gefilte fish, defrosted ( Ungar’s)1 (16...

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Chile Cheese Squares
AppetizersBreakfastEggs/dairy

Chile Cheese Squares

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) cans diced peeled green chilies, drained8 ounces grated monterey jack...

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Amazing Garlic Bread
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Amazing Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 3 -4 cloves garlic, wholeolive oil5 cloves garlic, minced3 -4 tablespoons butter, softened1...

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Fattoush
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Fattoush

Ingredients: 2 (6 inch) pita bread ( i use wheat as it is healthier)3...

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smoked salmon bruschetta
AppetizersSalmonSide dishes

smoked salmon bruschetta

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons pine nuts2 tomatoes, seeded and diced4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped4...

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French Chopped Chicken Liver Pate
AppetizersChickenPoultry

French Chopped Chicken Liver Pate

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken livers3 tablespoons chicken fat or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus...

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AppetizersFruitSide dishes

Grilled Mangoes With Ginger

Ingredients: 1/3 cup rock sugar2/3 cup water2 inches gingerroot, sliced thin3 ripe mangoes, peeled,...

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French Onion Soup (Soupe A L'Oignon)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSoups & stews

French Onion Soup (Soupe A L’Oignon)

Ingredients: 1 lb onions, peeled2 ounces butter2 1/2-3 pints beef stock4 ounces cognac (...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Thermonuclear Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 24 chicken wings, tips cut off2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons...

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Roast Vegetable Tart with Walnut Crust
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Roast Vegetable Tart with Walnut Crust

Ingredients: 6 ounces ground walnuts8 ounces plain white flour5 ounces butter2 tablespoons tahini1 egg...

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Mexican Pizza Like Taco Bells
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Mexican Pizza Like Taco Bells

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning2 tablespoons water8 small...

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Tender Bruschetta
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Tender Bruschetta

Ingredients: 3 -4 roma tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped1 small red onions, finely chopped1/4...

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AppetizersBeefGround beef

Arizona Juan Tons (Wontons)

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1 (15 ounce) cans refried beans2/3 cup...

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