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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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Savory Spiced Nuts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Savory Spiced Nuts

Ingredients: 1 large egg whites1 tablespoon water1/2 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon curry1/2...

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< 4 hoursAppetizersWeeknight

Syrian Bread Dip

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

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Red
AppetizersBerriesBlueberries

Red, White and Blue Bruschetta

Ingredients: 15 ounces cannellini beans ( white kidney)4 ounces pimientos1/4 cup dried blueberries2 garlic...

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SAGANAKI ( greek fried cheese)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

SAGANAKI ( greek fried cheese)

Ingredients: 1/3 lb kefalotyri or 1/3 lb kasseri cheese2 tablespoons butter1 lemons, juiced1 loaf...

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Cheese and Pesto-Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Cheese and Pesto-Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 large fresh stuffing button mushrooms1 tablespoon olive oil, more if needed2 cups...

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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients: 14 large shrimp, peeled and deveined7 slices bacon, cut in half lengthwise1/4 cup...

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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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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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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Garlic Roasted Potato Wedges with Jalapeno Chili

Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray2 1/2 lbs potatoes, cut lengthwise into 1-inch thick wedges3 tablespoons...

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Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: 4 portabella mushrooms1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2-2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1...

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Marinated Olives
AppetizersLow carbLow protein

Marinated Olives

Ingredients: 2 cups olives2 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed2 tablespoons extra virgin olive...

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AppetizersCheeseSquash

Zucchini Crostini

Ingredients: 6 slices day old French bread3 cloves garlic2 medium zucchini1/2 cup ricotta cheesesalt...

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Insanely Easy Chickpea Salad
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Insanely Easy Chickpea Salad

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained ( or about 2 cups...

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Pizza Dough
AppetizersGrainsPasta

Pizza Dough

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast ( or fresh)1 teaspoon honey1 cup...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Green Chili Snackers

Ingredients: 3 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained4 eggs, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Crisp German Meatballs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Crisp German Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 lb pork sausage1/4 cup onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drain and...

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Renkon Butter
AppetizersFishSeafood

Renkon Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon peanut oil6 slices fresh lotus root, peeled, cut...

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Asher's Aloo Bondas
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Asher’s Aloo Bondas

Ingredients: 3 medium potatoes, boiled,peeled and mashed loosely2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard...

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Fresh Vegetable Tian
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Fresh Vegetable Tian

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1 small...

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Black and Tan Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Black and Tan Onion Rings

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions ( i.e. Vidalia, Mayan, etc.)2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2...

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Zucchini Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Zucchini Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 eggs1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 teaspoon mustard1...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cumin Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground lamb or 1 lb beef1 large eggs1/4 cup dry...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Deepfried Camembert

Ingredients: 1 (125 g) packages camembert cheesebreadcrumbs1 eggs Directions: Make sure the cheese is...

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Ham and Cheese Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Ham and Cheese Rolls

Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter, melted2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 lb shaved...

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AmericanAppetizersVegetables

Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Onion

Ingredients: 1/3 cup cornstarch1 1/2 cups flour2 teaspoons garlic, minced2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1...

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String Cheese Sticks
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

String Cheese Sticks

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups Bisquick baking mix2/3 cup milk8 sticks mozzarella string cheese1 tablespoon...

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Cranberry Brie Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cranberry Brie Bites

Ingredients: 2 sheets puff pastry1 1/2 cups cranberry sauce1 (10 ounce) triangle brie cheese...

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Feta Pita Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Feta Pita Appetizer

Ingredients: 6 whole pita breads ( soft without pockets)3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese3/4 cup...

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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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Pot Sticker Pork and Coriander Dumplings With Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pot Sticker Pork and Coriander Dumplings With Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 300 g pork mince3 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon ketjap manis or 1 tablespoon...

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Chicken Prosciutto Pieces
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Prosciutto Pieces

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon honey1/4 cup Dijon mustard4 slices prosciutto (thin slices) or 4 slices...

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Oven Fried Green Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Oven Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cornmeal1 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon water3...

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Caponata ' Eggplant and Lots of Good Things!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Caponata ‘ Eggplant and Lots of Good Things!

Ingredients: 1/2 cup rosemary oil or 1/2 cup olive oil1 large eggplants, peeled and...

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Taco Bell Crispitos Copycat
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Taco Bell Crispitos Copycat

Ingredients: 1/8 cup cinnamon1/2 cup sugar10 flour tortillasoil Directions: Mix together cinnamon and sugar...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Sticks
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Eggplant (Aubergine) Sticks

Ingredients: 3 lbs eggplants1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper3 large eggs,...

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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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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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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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Sushi for Sissies
AppetizersLunch/snacksWhite rice

Sushi for Sissies

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked white rice, still hot1 tablespoon vinegar ( peferably rice vinegar)1...

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The Best Fried Ravioli
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

The Best Fried Ravioli

Ingredients: olive oil, for frying1 cup buttermilk2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 (24 count) boxes...

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Avocado Fans With Black Olive Vinaigrette
AppetizersSaladsTropical fruits

Avocado Fans With Black Olive Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil4 teaspoons sherry wine vinegar2 tablespoons black olive...

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Queso Fundido
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Queso Fundido

Ingredients: 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, green and unroasted1 -2 leaf epazote (optional)1 garlic cloves,...

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AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Sizzling Shrimps

Ingredients: 6 large raw, shelled & deveined prawns1/2 clove crushed and finely chopped garlic1/4...

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Chili Mayo
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Chili Mayo

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise1 1/2 cups sour cream2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo1/2...

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Skewered Garlic Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Skewered Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb peeled shrimp2 tablespoons soy sauce15 ounces pineapple chunks, drained reserving 2...

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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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Chocolate Raspberry Fondue
AppetizersCondimentsDessert

Chocolate Raspberry Fondue

Ingredients: 2 (7 ounce) dark mildly sweet chocolate candy bars1/2 cup heavy cream1/4 cup...

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Super Bowl Tipsy Pups
AppetizersBeefMeat

Super Bowl Tipsy Pups

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 1 (12 ounce) cans beer 2 lbs of all-beef hot...

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AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Yummy Stuffed Eggplant with Meat and Rice

Ingredients: 2 lbs small eggplants or 2 medium eggplantssalt and pepper1 -2 tablespoon tomato...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Chickpeas, Tomato and Walnut Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups drained cooked chickpeas1 medium tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup walnuts, broken into pieces1/4...

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Homemade Peanut Butter
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Homemade Peanut Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups dry-roasted unsalted peanuts1/4 teaspoon salt Directions: Place peanuts and salt...

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Honey-Roasted Nuts and Fruit
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Honey-Roasted Nuts and Fruit

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon butter1/4 cup honey1/4 cup slivered almonds1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts1/4 cup chopped...

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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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Steph's Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Steph’s Salsa

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans chopped stewed tomatoes2 serrano peppers1/2 cup cilantro1/8 onions, wedgesalt...

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Celeriac Thins
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Celeriac Thins

Ingredients: 10 ounces celeriac, peeledoil, for deep-fryingsea saltfresh coriander Directions: Cut the celeriac into...

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AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

New York City Knish

Ingredients: 6 medium russet potatoes2 1/2 tablespoons butter1/4 minced onions3 tablespoons fat-free chicken broth...

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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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Miniature Spinach Parmesan Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Miniature Spinach Parmesan Puffs

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls8 teaspoons parmesan cheese3 cups fresh...

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Mini Crescent Stromboli Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mini Crescent Stromboli Rolls

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls16 slices pepperoni12 slices hard salami12...

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Chilli Chicken Parcels
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Chilli Chicken Parcels

Ingredients: olive oil flavored cooking spray ( 1 spray)1 red onions, sliced300 g ground...

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