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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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Golden Tofu Salad with Carrots and Hijiki
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Golden Tofu Salad with Carrots and Hijiki

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons dried hijiki seaweed1 cup water12 ounces firm tofu1 tablespoon sesame oil1...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pineapple Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temp8 ounces crushed pineapple,...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Jicama Chili Sticks

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs jicama1 limes, to squeeze on the jicama1 teaspoon chili powder...

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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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Coconut Banana Fritters
AppetizersDessertPies and tarts

Coconut Banana Fritters

Ingredients: 2 cups flour, all purpose1 tablespoon baking powder1 eggs1 tablespoon cooking oil3/4 cup...

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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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Layered Seafood Appetizer
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Layered Seafood Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (2 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/2 cup chopped green onions3/4...

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Avocado Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Avocado Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 vine-ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped into 1/4 inch pieces1 ripe avocados, peeled,...

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Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

Ingredients: 3/4 cup chopped green olives3/4 cup chopped kalamata olives1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola3/4 cup...

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Chilled Avocado Soup
AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetarian

Chilled Avocado Soup

Ingredients: 2 medium avocados1 1/2 cups water1 cup milk2 tablespoons lemon juice2 1/2 teaspoons...

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Chicken Garlic Bites
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Garlic Bites

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces1/2 cup olive oil4...

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Garlic and Herb Marinated Artichokes
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Garlic and Herb Marinated Artichokes

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, chopped1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill1/4 cup...

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Low Carb Cinnamon Thin Crackers
AppetizersBreadsEggs

Low Carb Cinnamon Thin Crackers

Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour2 tablespoons Splenda granular1 egg whites1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/8...

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Apple Cheddar Walnut Toasts
AppetizersApplesCheese

Apple Cheddar Walnut Toasts

Ingredients: 12 slices whole wheat french bread, thin slices ( narrow kind)1 tart apples,...

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Lil Smokie Wraps
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Lil Smokie Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb Little Smokies sausages1 lb bacon1/8 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute Directions:...

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Marinated Cocktail Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Marinated Cocktail Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb frozen tail-on cooked shrimp ( about 30-38 or 41-50 count, not...

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Barbecue Hot Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMeat

Barbecue Hot Dogs

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs ( or vegetarian alternative)1 medium onions ( chopped)2 tablespoons vinegar1...

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Quesadillas for One or Two
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Quesadillas for One or Two

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil2 flour tortillas, 8 inch1 cup cheddar cheese (we like sharp...

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Man's Tuna Spread
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Man’s Tuna Spread

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, fried and crumbled2 (8 ounce) packages low-fat cream cheese2 (6...

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Wiener Bites
AppetizersMeatVery low carbs

Wiener Bites

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs, cut in 6 pieces12 slices bacon, wide ( or twice...

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Balsamic Roasted Pears With Pepper and Honey
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Balsamic Roasted Pears With Pepper and Honey

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 firm-ripe pears, halved lengthwise and cored3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar4...

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Brazilian Cheese Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Brazilian Cheese Puffs

Ingredients: 4 cups tapioca flour1 1/2 cups milk1/2 cup butter1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups...

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Scottish Kipper Pate
AppetizersSpreadsVery low carbs

Scottish Kipper Pate

Ingredients: 4 large herring fillets3 tablespoons butter1 lemons, juice of3 tablespoons whiskey4 tablespoons double...

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Marinated Lentil Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Marinated Lentil Salad

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/4 cup red wine vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon...

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Brie or Camembert in Puff Pastry
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Brie or Camembert in Puff Pastry

Ingredients: 125 g brie cheese or 125 g camembert cheese, round1 sheet frozen puff...

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Shrimp Puffs
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Puffs

Ingredients: cooking spray1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls2 cups low-fat swiss cheese,...

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Bite Size Goat Cheese and Walnut Cheesecake
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetarian

Bite Size Goat Cheese and Walnut Cheesecake

Ingredients: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup finely ground walnuts1 tablespoon melted butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Baked Vidalia Onions
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Baked Vidalia Onions

Ingredients: 4 large vidalia onions1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

The Most Awesome Grande Nachos in the World!

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) bags tortilla chips, low fat2 lbs extra lean ground beef1...

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AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Kinder, Gentler Latkes

Ingredients: 5 -6 large red potatoes, un-peeled ( 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds)1...

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Green chile Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Green chile Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 cups shedded cheddar cheese ( 8 oz)1 (4 ounce) cans diced green...

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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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Greek Salad Nicoise
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Greek Salad Nicoise

Ingredients: 2 yellow peppers1 small fennel bulbs2 eggs, cooked,peeled and sliced into wedges4 tomatoes...

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Creamy Crab of Cymry
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Creamy Crab of Cymry

Ingredients: 2 ounces unsalted butter1 ounce plain flour6 fluid ounces milk1/2 teaspoon ground mace1/4...

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Curried Stuffed Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Curried Stuffed Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs, shelled2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon minced...

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Prawn (Shrimp) Cocktail
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Prawn (Shrimp) Cocktail

Ingredients: 16 medium prawns, shelled, deveined and cooked ( shrimp)1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup...

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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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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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Parsley Pesto
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Parsley Pesto

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1/4 cup parmesan cheese ( the cheap kind works best)1/2 cup...

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Apple Sausage Appetizers
AppetizersApplesFruit

Apple Sausage Appetizers

Ingredients: 2 (23 ounce) jars unsweetened chunky applesauce1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 lbs fully...

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Shoestring Onion Rings and Batter
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Shoestring Onion Rings and Batter

Ingredients: 1 large vidalia onions or 1 large onions, of choice2 eggs, slightly beaten1...

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Keerai Vada
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Keerai Vada

Ingredients: 2 cups green gram, split ( moong Dal)1 cup bengal gram dal, split...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Sauerkraut Balls

Ingredients: 8 ounces sausage, crumbled1/4 cup finely chopped onions1 (14 ounce) cans sauerkraut (...

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AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Carrabba’s Italian Butter Clone

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, melted1 pinch oregano, fresh if possible1 pinch basil, fresh if...

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Garlic Shrimp with Chilies
AppetizersMain dishSalads

Garlic Shrimp with Chilies

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil28 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons coarsely chopped...

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AppetizersBreakfastOmelets and frittatas

Traditional Spanish Omelette

Ingredients: oil ( for frying)5 large potatoes1 large brown onions1 green capsicumsalt and pepper5...

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The Lady's Crunchy New Potatoes - Paula Deen
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

The Lady’s Crunchy New Potatoes – Paula Deen

Ingredients: 12 small red potatoes1 (1/2 ounce) package ranch dressing mix ( recommended (...

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Copycat Bahama Mama Crab Dip
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Copycat Bahama Mama Crab Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces sour cream8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup celery, finely chopped1/4 cup...

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Pistachio-Goat Cheese Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pistachio-Goat Cheese Bites

Ingredients: 1/4 cup shelled salted pistachios ( I used double this amount)6 ounces goat...

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Southwestern Potato Slices-Better Than Chips!
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Southwestern Potato Slices-Better Than Chips!

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes ( about 6 medium)3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 1/2...

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Pineapple Cream Cheese Ball
AppetizersLow in...Low sodium

Pineapple Cream Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 cup powdered sugar1 (20 ounce) cans...

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Wee Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
AppetizersBreadsMeat

Wee Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

Ingredients: 2 cups Bisquick1 cup milk2 tablespoons yellow mustard1 eggs6 ounces shaved cooked turkey...

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Better Bruschetta
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Better Bruschetta

Ingredients: 10 roma tomatoes, diced1 ounce fresh basil leaves, chopped1/2 purple onions, diced fine...

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Sun-Dried Tomato Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Sun-Dried Tomato Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 1 dozen large eggs2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons sour cream2 teaspoons sun-dried...

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Warm Mushroom  Crostini
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Warm Mushroom Crostini

Ingredients: 2 cups mushrooms, assorted, roughly chopped4 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter2 slices smoked...

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AppetizersChickenSide dishes

Chicken Satay

Ingredients: 7 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 piece gingerroot1 teaspoon turmeric powder1 teaspoon cumin powder1...

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Pizza Pinwheels
AmericanAppetizersItalian

Pizza Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans crescent roll dough2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese24 slices sliced...

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Curried Pork Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Curried Pork Bites

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons garam masala or 2 tablespoons curry powder1 green onions, finely chopped2...

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Smoky cheese and chicken quesadillas with guacamole
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Smoky cheese and chicken quesadillas with guacamole

Ingredients: 3 cups grated smoked mozzarella cheese3 cups cooked chicken, shredded1/2 cup chopped fresh...

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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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