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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/snacksSide dishes

Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls

Ingredients: 2 large carrots, julienned2 -3 julienned green onions1/2 sweet red peppers, julienned1/3 cup...

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Chargrilled Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Chargrilled Oysters

Ingredients: 12 fresh oysters, in the half shell1 cup butter, melted1 cup grated parmesan...

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Tomato Croque Monsieur
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Tomato Croque Monsieur

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves2 lbs tomatoes, meaty and ripe, peeled, seeded, juiced and coarsely...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Colorful Chicken Croissants

Ingredients: 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts1/4 cup diced celery1/4 cup golden raisins1/4 cup...

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Potato Chip Chicken Nuggets ( Any Flavor)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Potato Chip Chicken Nuggets ( Any Flavor)

Ingredients: 2 cups of your favorite potato chips ( try sour cream & onion...

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Crabmeat Appetizers
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crabmeat Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans lump crabmeat, drained1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese1 tablespoon...

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Taco Chicken   Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Taco Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning mix1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cornmeal1/2-1 teaspoon...

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Bourbon Franks
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersFor large groups

Bourbon Franks

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) bottles tomato ketchup3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar3/4 cup Bourbon...

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AmericanAppetizersEggs/dairy

Appetizer Cream Cheese Pinwheels, Yummy!

Ingredients: 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese8 ounces reduced-fat sour cream1 cup grated cheese (...

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Easy Tuna Pate
AppetizersSpreadsTuna

Easy Tuna Pate

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked ( I use a 6...

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Mushroom Kabob Appetizers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mushroom Kabob Appetizers

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt or 2 tablespoons low-fat sour...

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Polish Eggs in Tomatoes (Jajka W Pomidorkach)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Polish Eggs in Tomatoes (Jajka W Pomidorkach)

Ingredients: 4 tomatoes, cut in half cross-wise4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and cut cross-wise4 -6...

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Martini Crab
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Martini Crab

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups finely grated carrots1/3 cup finely chopped green onions1 large tomatoes,...

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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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Layered Torte Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Layered Torte Appetizer

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 package hidden valley ranch dressing mix1 (6...

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Best Ever and Most Popular Garlic Chips with Hummus
AmericanAppetizersBreads

Best Ever and Most Popular Garlic Chips with Hummus

Ingredients: 2 (7 ounce) packages of your favorite hummus ( different flavors)1 (20 ounce)...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Roasted Almonds with Southwest Spices

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 1/2 cups almonds1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powdersalt...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Parmesan Triscuit Snacks

Ingredients: 15 Triscuit crackers ( I use reduced-fat)1/2 tablespoon olive oil1/2 tablespoon garlic powder15...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Finger Licking Good Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken wings1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons light soy sauce2 tablespoons cooking sherry2...

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Potato and Beef Kebba
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Potato and Beef Kebba

Ingredients: 1 lb boiled potatoes2 eggs1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs1 lb ground beef1/2 cup almonds1/4...

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Sweet Sausage Rolls
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Sweet Sausage Rolls

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls24 cocktail smoked sausage links1/2 cup...

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Sausage 'n Hamburger Rounds
< 30 minsAppetizersMeat

Sausage ‘n Hamburger Rounds

Ingredients: 2 loaves miniature party rye rounds1 lb lean ground beef1 lb hot pork...

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Fried Olives
AppetizersEuropeanGreek

Fried Olives

Ingredients: 1/2 lb green pitted olives or 1/2 lb green olives, with pits1 red...

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Turkey Wrap With a Kick
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Turkey Wrap With a Kick

Ingredients: 1 flour tortillas, wrap2 tablespoons sour cream2 tablespoons salsa3 slices deli peppered turkey...

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Shalini Sarda's Crispy Golden Fingers
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Shalini Sarda’s Crispy Golden Fingers

Ingredients: 300 g split green gram dal2 large potatoes1 inch fresh ginger2 big green...

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Crab Triangles
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Triangles

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages thomas’ English muffins1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1...

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Quesadilla Wedges
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Quesadilla Wedges

Ingredients: 8 flour tortillas2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese1/2 lb shaved deli roast beef...

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Chicken and Lemon Pot Stickers With Soy-Scallion Dipping Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Chicken and Lemon Pot Stickers With Soy-Scallion Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry sherry1/2 cup water1/2 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms3/4 cup finely chopped...

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Baked Brie with Macadamia Nuts
AppetizersCheeseGrains

Baked Brie with Macadamia Nuts

Ingredients: 2 (4 1/2 ounce) rounds brie cheese1 tablespoon flour1 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2...

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Debby's Cheese Crisps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Debby’s Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 2 cups swiss cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese (with or without...

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Hot Chicken Salad Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Hot Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Ingredients: 12 slices white bread1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine2 (6 1/2 ounce)...

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Greek Polpetes (Potato Cakes)
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Greek Polpetes (Potato Cakes)

Ingredients: 1 lb white potatoes, peeled ( can use leftover mashed potatoes)saltfresh ground black...

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Spinach-Feta Crostini
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Spinach-Feta Crostini

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained2 small tomatoes, diced1...

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Roasted Tomato Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Roasted Tomato Salsa

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs fresh vine ripened tomatoes8 small shallots5 cloves garlicsea salt1 sprig...

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Chocolate Halloween Mice
AppetizersCandyDessert

Chocolate Halloween Mice

Ingredients: 4 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares1/3 cup sour cream1 cup chocolate wafers,...

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Cheesy English Muffin Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheesy English Muffin Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/4 ounce) cans chopped ripe olives1/2 cup green onions, tops included1...

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Lump Crab - Avocado Salad
AppetizersCrabSalads

Lump Crab – Avocado Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb large lump crabmeat1 stalk celery, sliced very thin1 medium scallions, sliced...

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Nachos Italiano
AppetizersGrainsPork

Nachos Italiano

Ingredients: 10 ounces prepared alfredo sauce, warmed1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes8 ounces tortilla chips4...

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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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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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Sesame Sweet Potato Wedges
AppetizersSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sesame Sweet Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, unpeeled and cut into wedges2 tablespoons olive oil1...

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Ranch Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ranch Crackers

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) boxes oyster crackers1 cup oil1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing...

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Shrimp-Crab Crepes in Wine-Cheese Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp-Crab Crepes in Wine-Cheese Sauce

Ingredients: 4 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup cold water (...

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Azumaya Egg Rolls
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Azumaya Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground pork or 1 lb ground...

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Okra Japanese Style
AppetizersBeansVegetables

Okra Japanese Style

Ingredients: 1 lb okra1 inch ginger2 tablespoons soy sauce Directions: Bring a saucepan of...

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Balsamic Glazed Sausage Bites
< 30 minsAppetizersMain dish

Balsamic Glazed Sausage Bites

Ingredients: 6 sweet Italian sausage2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup balsamic vinegar Directions: Fill a...

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Seafood or Chicken Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Seafood or Chicken Puffs

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup flour1 eggs1/4 cup swiss cheese, shredded2 cups chicken, cooked,fine...

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Greek Vegetable Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Greek Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients: 1 package pizza crust mix or 6 pocketless pitas2 -4 tablespoons red wine...

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Cilantro Lime Cream Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Cilantro Lime Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers sour cream1 jalapeno peppers2 limes1 bunch cilantro1/2 teaspoon kosher...

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Rockin' Celery Boats
AppetizersEggs/dairyLunch/snacks

Rockin’ Celery Boats

Ingredients: 6 celery ribs, peeled1/3 cup pecans3/4 tablespoon honey3/4 tablespoon melted butter1 pinch cayenne...

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Pesto Bread
AppetizersBreadsItalian

Pesto Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian breadpesto saucetomatoes, slicedmozzarella cheese, grated Directions: Slice the bread in...

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Chicken Spread
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Chicken Spread

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts1 clove garlic1 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons parsley3 ounces low-fat cream...

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Hot Spinach Cheesecake
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Hot Spinach Cheesecake

Ingredients: 60 g butter1 cup finely crushed cheese crackers1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese2 bunches...

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Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled,deveined,tails left on ( about 36)3 cups loosely...

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Crunchy Chili Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Crunchy Chili Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) vidalia onions, peeled, cut into 1/3-inch slices and separated into...

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Mozzarella Hot Sauce Chicken
AppetizersMain dishPoultry

Mozzarella Hot Sauce Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenderloins3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce1/4...

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The Perfect Smoky Baba Ghanouj
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

The Perfect Smoky Baba Ghanouj, served in roasted red bell peppers

Ingredients: 4 medium eggplants6 tablespoons tahini ( sesame paste)3 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup chopped...

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AppetizersPineappleSalads

Mom’s Orange Souffle Salad

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits2 packages orange Jell-O1 cup hot orange...

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Nacho Potato Slices for Two
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Nacho Potato Slices for Two

Ingredients: 1 medium potatoes1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions1 tablespoon finely chopped green peppers1...

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Fruit Critters with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip
AppetizersFruitLow protein

Fruit Critters with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups vanilla yogurt or 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt2 tablespoons peanut...

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