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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/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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Cheese Wafers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Wafers

Ingredients: 2 cups flour2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground ginger2/3 cup shortening2 cups sharp cheddar...

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Baked Green Olives in Spicy Cheese Pastry
AmericanAppetizersSouthwestern u.s.

Baked Green Olives in Spicy Cheese Pastry

Ingredients: 2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated, Tillamook is best1 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Marinated Mozzarella

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons McCormick spice blends monterey style2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive...

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Artichokes Parisienne
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Artichokes Parisienne

Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons capers, drained,minced2 teaspoons onions, minced2 teaspoons cornichons, minced (...

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Strip T's
AppetizersPoultryTurkey

Strip T’s

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded coconut2 tablespoons sesame seeds1/2 cup unseasoned dry breadcrumbs1 1/2 lbs...

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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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Biscuit Tostadas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Biscuit Tostadas

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

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Pineapple Ham Pizzas
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Pineapple Ham Pizzas

Ingredients: 2 English muffins, split and toasted2 tablespoons barbecue sauce2 ounces sliced deli ham,...

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Gump Shrimp Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Gump Shrimp Wraps

Ingredients: 16 large shrimp, peeled and deveinedvegetable oil, for drizzling1 teaspoon crushed red pepper...

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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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Shrimp (Camarones) Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp (Camarones) Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 cup chopped onions1 cup fresh corn kernels ( about 2...

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Banana Corn Fritters
AppetizersBananasSide dishes

Banana Corn Fritters

Ingredients: 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Bacon Wrapped Alaska Scallops
AppetizersMain dishSeafood

Bacon Wrapped Alaska Scallops

Ingredients: 10 colossal dry scallops, cut in half10 slices bacon, cut in half2 tablespoons...

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Kelly's Fried Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodSouthern u.s.

Kelly’s Fried Oysters

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers select raw oysters1 beaten eggs1 cup finely crushed Chicken...

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AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Lemon Dressing on Greens

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice ( or more)2 cloves garlic, minced...

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Sun-Dried Tomato Baked Brie
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Sun-Dried Tomato Baked Brie

Ingredients: 1 brie round1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes1 cup fresh basil1 cup fresh parsley2 garlic...

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Heat Wave Maguro Poke
AppetizersSaltwater fishTuna

Heat Wave Maguro Poke

Ingredients: 2 green onions, sliced1 teaspoon chili paste1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon toasted sesame...

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Asparagus Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Asparagus Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 2 bunches fresh asparagus1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh chives3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon...

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Lemon Grass Chicken
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Lemon Grass Chicken

Ingredients: 2 stalks lemongrass, long or 4 short stems2 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless...

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AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Beer Batter Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 cup beer ( I prefer Budweiser)2 large onions ( I...

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Barbecued Pork Quesadillas
AppetizersMeatPork

Barbecued Pork Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1/2 lb shredded barbecued pork1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro5 green...

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Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons margarine1 (16 1/3 ounce) cans Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 (10...

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Danish “Sillsallet” (Herring Salad)

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) jar pickled, sliced beets ( reserve liquid)3/4 cup marinated wine...

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Rice Slice With Turkey and Asparagus
AppetizersLunch/snacksTurkey

Rice Slice With Turkey and Asparagus

Ingredients: 1 (375 g) packages Rice-A-Roni ( or use leftover cheese risotto or similar)1...

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Potato and Leek Pancake
AppetizersBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Potato and Leek Pancake

Ingredients: 5 large yukon gold potatoes ( peeled)3 tablespoons unsalted butter3 large leeks, white...

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Pina Colada Dip
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Pina Colada Dip

Ingredients: 1/3 cup sour cream1/3 cup crushed pineapple ( drained)1/2 cup Coco Lopez Directions:...

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Absolutely Delicious Gourmet  Prawns
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Absolutely Delicious Gourmet Prawns

Ingredients: 1 lb prawns ( 21-25 count)2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter1 clove garlic,...

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Oven Roasted Potato Balls
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Oven Roasted Potato Balls

Ingredients: 5 baking potatoes, peeled1 teaspoon olive oil2 onions, thinly sliced3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Zucchini "Pasta" with Fresh Tomato Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Zucchini “Pasta” with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil4 large ripe tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped2 sprigs fresh thyme...

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Pizza Popcorn
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pizza Popcorn

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons oleo1 garlic cloves, minced or 1 clove...

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Garlic Scape Pesto
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Garlic Scape Pesto

Ingredients: 1/4 lb garlic scapes, chopped1/2 cup olive oil1 cup parmesan cheese, grated3 tablespoons...

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Sesame Chicken With Dipping Sauce
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Sesame Chicken With Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup bottled teriyaki...

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AppetizersEggs/dairyNorth american

Bell Pepper Rajas

Ingredients: 1/2 green bell peppers ( Peppers should be seeded and cut into 6...

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Deceptively Simple Gazpacho
AppetizersLunch/snacksSoups & stews

Deceptively Simple Gazpacho

Ingredients: 6 -8 tomatoes, chopped ( Roma or plum are best Don’t lose the...

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Baked Feta and Bacon Brussels Sprouts
AppetizersLow carbVegetables

Baked Feta and Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts1/3 lb bacon1/4 cup feta (or less) or 1/4...

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Herby Potato Salad
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Herby Potato Salad

Ingredients: 5 -6 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped3 fresh eggs20 ml white wine vinegar60...

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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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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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Pillow Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pillow Dogs

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) beef cocktail franks1 (16 ounce) containers buttermilk biscuits1 cup sharp...

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Light Jalapeno Poppers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Light Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredients: 5 dashes olive oil flavored cooking spray ( 5 one second sprays)2 ounces...

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Brie With Raspberry Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersCheeseRaspberries

Brie With Raspberry Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) brie round1 cup frozen raspberries1/4 cup frozen raspberry concentrate1/4 cup...

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Spinach Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Spinach Pizza

Ingredients: 1 cup oat flour ( 1 1/4 cup oats blended until fine)1/2 cup...

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Dairy Queens Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Dairy Queens Onion Rings

Ingredients: 2 vidalia onions or 2 walla walla onions2 cups flour2 cups fine cracker...

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Mexi Cashews
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Mexi Cashews

Ingredients: 1 egg whites2 1/2 cups cashews1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon...

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Pizza-dilla
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Pizza-dilla

Ingredients: 1 large flour tortillaspizza sauce ( I like Contadina, in a squeeze bottle)grated...

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Jumbo Shrimp with Prosciutto and Basil
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Jumbo Shrimp with Prosciutto and Basil

Ingredients: 1 cup dry white wine1 cup olive oil1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons...

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Italian Sausage and Onions
AppetizersMain dishTurkey

Italian Sausage and Onions

Ingredients: 1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil1 lb sweet Italian turkey sausage2 sweet onions,...

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Grilled Tomato Marinade
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Grilled Tomato Marinade

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon garlic, minced1 tablespoon shallots, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1 1/2 tablespoons raspberry...

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Cajun Grilled Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cajun Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled deveined, and be sure they are thawed, if using...

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Heloise's Olive Nut Spread
AmericanAppetizersNorth american

Heloise’s Olive Nut Spread

Ingredients: 6 ounces cream cheese, softened, i use low fat1/2 cup mayonnaise, i use...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Churros

Ingredients: vegetable oil or olive oil1 cup water1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter1/4...

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Celery and Peanut Butter
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Celery and Peanut Butter

Ingredients: 4 stalks celery1 cup peanut butter Directions: Clean the celery and cut into...

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Broiled Lemon and Garlic Tiger Prawns
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Broiled Lemon and Garlic Tiger Prawns

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs tiger shrimp, peeled and deveined1 cup butter1 teaspoon minced garlic1...

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Almond Cream Cheese Balls
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Almond Cream Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup almonds, chopped1 cup almonds, sliced1/2 cup...

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Grilled Strawberries
AppetizersDessertStrawberries

Grilled Strawberries

Ingredients: 8 large strawberries, whole & cleaned1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon sugar or 1...

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Deep Fried Mashed Potatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Deep Fried Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups mashed potatoessalt and pepper, to tastecheese, any type (optional)1/2 cup flour1...

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Bacon Cheese Strips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Bacon Cheese Strips

Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise ( no subs please)1 eggs, beaten1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon...

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Shrimp - Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Shrimp – Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) loaves French baguettes1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon snipped fresh oregano1...

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Fried Chinese Rice
AppetizersEggs/dairySide dishes

Fried Chinese Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked rice5 teaspoons butter1 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped carrots2/3 cup...

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