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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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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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Sardine Appetizer
AppetizersLemonSpreads

Sardine Appetizer

Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/2 cup canned sardines, drained and...

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Gyoza
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Gyoza

Ingredients: 5 ounces cabbage, chopped6 ounces ground pork or 6 ounces ground beef (...

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Lightly Peppered Strawberries
AppetizersFrenchSalads

Lightly Peppered Strawberries

Ingredients: 1 pint strawberries1 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons powdered sugar1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped...

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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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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Mushroom and Cream Cheese Canapes

Ingredients: 8 ounces softened cream cheese2 tablespoons softened butter1 egg yolks2 tablespoons freshly grated...

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Spicy Quinoa Salad
AppetizersGrainsSalads

Spicy Quinoa Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa2 cups water1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries4 tablespoons lime juice4 tablespoons...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Party Pan Nachos

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 large onions, chopped1 green peppers, chopped1 teaspoon chili powder2...

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AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Coconut Satay Skewers

Ingredients: 40 wooden skewers1 1/2 lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts6 shallots6 cloves garlic, peeled1/3...

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Garlic Bread Ring
AppetizersBreadsKid Friendly

Garlic Bread Ring

Ingredients: 1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed3/4 cup butter, melted1 eggs, beaten1/4 cup grated...

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Marinated Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 (1/8 ounce) envelope Italian salad mix ( such as Good Seasons)2 tablespoons...

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Seafood Gazpacho
AppetizersShrimpSoups & stews

Seafood Gazpacho

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs3 cloves garlic, minced1 cucumbers, peeled,seeded and diced2 sweet red...

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Dom Deluise King Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Dom Deluise King Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb king crab meat ( fresh, frozen, or imitation)3 tablespoons mayonnaise3 tablespoons...

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Wine and Black Olive Pate
AppetizersEuropeanLow protein

Wine and Black Olive Pate

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1 (400 g)...

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Lasagna Roll Ups
AppetizersLasagnaMain dish

Lasagna Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces dry lasagna noodles16 ounces ricotta cheese2 eggs10 ounces frozen chopped spinach...

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Feta ala Stratis ( baked feta )
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Feta ala Stratis ( baked feta )

Ingredients: 1/2 lb firm feta1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes1...

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Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs gruyere or 1 1/4 lbs swiss cheese, grated1 lb monterey...

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Big Ol' Mess (Smoked Sausage in Spicy Sweet Sauce)
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Ol’ Mess (Smoked Sausage in Spicy Sweet Sauce)

Ingredients: 1 lb smoked sausage, cut into chunks3 jalapeno peppers, sliced1 green bell peppers,...

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Potato and Coriander Samosas
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Potato and Coriander Samosas

Ingredients: 50 g butter2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger2 teaspoons cumin seeds1 teaspoon Madras curry...

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Cajun Garlic Fingers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cajun Garlic Fingers

Ingredients: 4 French rolls ( 12 inch)1/2 lb butter6 -8 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup...

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Coconut Chicken
AppetizersCoconutFruit

Coconut Chicken

Ingredients: 4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts3 eggs1 (7 ounce) packages shredded coconut3/4 cup...

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Kittencal's Best Crispy Onion Rings
AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Kittencal’s Best Crispy Onion Rings

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions, peeled and sliced thin into rings2 eggs1/2 cup buttermilk1...

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Blue Cheese-Shallot Butter
AppetizersLow carbSpreads

Blue Cheese-Shallot Butter

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature2 tablespoons chopped shallots2 tablespoons crumbled creamy...

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Hope's Fresh Salsa
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Hope’s Fresh Salsa

Ingredients: 1 quart canned tomatoes, undrained1 medium onions, any color2 -4 jalapenos, to taste1...

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Lime and Cilantro Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Lime and Cilantro Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh lime juice1/4 cup orange marmalade3 large garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup...

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Potato-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Potato-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet potatoes or 1 lb yams, peeled and chopped1 lb white...

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Baked Brie with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Baked Brie with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained on paper towels3 cloves...

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Corn and Crab Fritters With Garlic Aioli
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Corn and Crab Fritters With Garlic Aioli

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter2 ears sweet corn, shucked and kernels removed or 1...

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Ranch Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ranch Wings

Ingredients: 1 dozen chicken wings ( whole or cut)17 1/2 fluid ounces Frank’s red...

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Baby Brie with Praline
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Baby Brie with Praline

Ingredients: 1 small brie cheese ( single double or triple creme)1 tablespoon brown sugar1...

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Lemon Cream Strawberries
AppetizersBerriesStrawberries

Lemon Cream Strawberries

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon grated lemons,...

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Sauteed Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Sauteed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter3 large onions1 lb mushroomssalt and pepperbread, for eating and mopping,...

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Four Cheese Panini With Basil Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Four Cheese Panini With Basil Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese ( 3 ounces)1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese...

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Super Super Bowl Smokies (Crock Pot- or Not)
AppetizersLunch/snacksNorth american

Super Super Bowl Smokies (Crock Pot- or Not)

Ingredients: 3 lbs Little Smokies sausages1 lb brown sugar Directions: Mix ingredients in crock...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Hoppin’ Jalapenos

Ingredients: 12 jalapeno peppers3 ounces neufchatel cheese, room temperature ( light cream cheese)1/2 cup...

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Nachos Grande
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Nachos Grande

Ingredients: 1 can cheddar cheese soup ( Campbell’s)1/2 cup thick & chunky salsa1 lb...

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Crustless Zucchini and Tomato Quiche
< 4 hoursAppetizersEggs/dairy

Crustless Zucchini and Tomato Quiche

Ingredients: 2 cups zucchini, sliced thin1/2 cup onions, thin sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1 large...

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Mexican Style Hot Pickled Carrots
AppetizersCarrotsVegetables

Mexican Style Hot Pickled Carrots

Ingredients: 2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal ( 1/4 inch thick)2...

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Warm Cranberry-Apple Glazed Brie
AppetizersApplesCheese

Warm Cranberry-Apple Glazed Brie

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1/4 cup brown sugar1 green apples, diced small1/4 cup craisins1/4 cup...

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Mexican Party Spirals
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexican Party Spirals

Ingredients: 8 -10 flour tortillas ( 8 1/2 inch)8 ounces cream cheese ( softened)3/4...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Dolmathes (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) jar grape leaves, packed in brine1/2 cup olive oil2 large...

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Steamed Clams on the Half Shell
AppetizersMain dishSauces

Steamed Clams on the Half Shell

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package of pre-cooked-quick frozen clams1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2...

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AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Japanese Grilled Eggplant (Aubergine) (Yaki Nasu)

Ingredients: 1 lb Japanese eggplants1/4 cup bonito flakes1 2/3 cups dashi2 tablespoons light soy...

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Crusty Fried Chicken
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Crusty Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon...

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shrimp spread
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

shrimp spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 lb...

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Chinese Chicken Salad on Corn Chips
AppetizersChickenSalads

Chinese Chicken Salad on Corn Chips

Ingredients: 4 ounces tomatoes4 ounces grilled chicken breasts1/2 avocados1 stalk scallions (optional)1 ounce alfalfa8...

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Creamy Bacon Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Creamy Bacon Bites

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese4 slices bacon, cooked,drained and crumbled2 tablespoons minced onions1/8 teaspoon...

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Sweet Potato Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons vegetable oil4 cups...

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Deviled Eggs Ranchero
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Deviled Eggs Ranchero

Ingredients: 12 eggs1/2 cup Miracle Whip1/4 cup salsa, chunky and hot,drained1/4 cup monterey jack...

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Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 1 cup drained mashed tofu2 teaspoons vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon soy sauce1...

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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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Champagne Grape and Shrimp Salad Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Champagne Grape and Shrimp Salad Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 lb baby shrimp ( the smallest you can find!)1/4 lb champagne grapes...

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Low-Fat Bruschetta
AppetizersGrainsMain dish

Low-Fat Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry-pack sun-dried tomatoes1 1/4 cups boiling water14 inches long granary French...

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Flybanes ( Muchomorki)
AppetizersGarnishesSalads

Flybanes ( Muchomorki)

Ingredients: 8 hardboiled egg, shelled4 small tomatoes, halved lengthwisesalt and peppermayonnaiselettuce Directions: Cut ends...

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Spinach Cheese Bundles
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Spinach Cheese Bundles

Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) containers garlic & herb spreadable cheese1/2 cup chopped fresh...

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Ham and Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Ham and Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons dry onion...

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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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AppetizersGround beefTuna

Lumpia -Build Your Own

Ingredients: 1 lb any meatminced beefground porkchopped shrimpany sort fishtunachopped chickenchopped ham1/2 cup onions1/4...

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Caramelized Onion-Stuffed Baked Potato
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Caramelized Onion-Stuffed Baked Potato

Ingredients: 2 potatoes ( medium sized)1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese ( divided)2 tablespoons sour...

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Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese3 tablespoons diced green chilies1 tomatoes,...

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