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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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AppetizersPineapplePork

Slow Cooker Party Sausages

Ingredients: 2 lbs fully cooked smoked link sausage1 (8 ounce) bottles Catalina dressing1 (8...

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Zucchini Appetizers
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Zucchini Appetizers

Ingredients: 3 cups thinly sliced unpeeled zucchini ( about 4 small)1 1/2 cups Bisquick1/2...

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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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Fried Bread (I Call It Bannock)
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Fried Bread (I Call It Bannock)

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold wateroil,...

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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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Very Veggie Bruschetta
AppetizersLow fatVegetables

Very Veggie Bruschetta

Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, peeled,seeded, and diced1/4 cup finely diced onions1/4 cup finely diced...

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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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Cucumber Sandwich Filling
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Cucumber Sandwich Filling

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise ( CAN ADD MORE IF NEEDED)1...

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Beef Quesadillas
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Beef Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup refried beans1 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies,...

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Dixie Crossroads Corn Fritters
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Dixie Crossroads Corn Fritters

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons white sugar2 large...

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Hot Bacon Cheese Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Hot Bacon Cheese Bites

Ingredients: 6 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons...

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Garantita (Algerian Chickpea Pie)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Garantita (Algerian Chickpea Pie)

Ingredients: 2 cups chickpea flour4 cups water1/2 cup oil ( not olive oil)1 tablespoon...

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Crab Filled Pastry
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab Filled Pastry

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/4 cup wasabi-horseradish light mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon prepared...

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Guacamole Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Guacamole Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 4 hard-boiled eggs1/2 cup prepared guacamole1 tablespoon chopped cilantro1 tablespoon minced green onions1/2...

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My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin seeds1/2 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Directions: Rinse the seeds...

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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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Firecracker Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsTex Mex

Firecracker Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans pizza dough1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans chopped green chilies...

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Bourbon Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Bourbon Dogs

Ingredients: 16 ounces beef hot dogs, cubed2 cups ketchup3/4 cup brown sugar3/4 cup Bourbon1...

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Potato Slices Made Like Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Slices Made Like Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 russet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices1/4 cup melted butter8 slices bacon, cooked...

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Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup diced sweet onions ( you can also use red onions)1 cup...

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Heidelberg Wurstsalat
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Heidelberg Wurstsalat

Ingredients: 2 lbs german bologna1 lb swiss cheese5 medium tomatoes2 medium dill pickles1 large...

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Middle Eastern Style Black Bean Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Middle Eastern Style Black Bean Salad

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups cooked drained black beans ( approx. 1 cup dried)1/2 cup...

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Spanozaarkopita
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Spanozaarkopita

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken ( white meat)1 lb phyllo dough1 lb portabella...

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Tanya's Sweet Chex Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tanya’s Sweet Chex Mix

Ingredients: 1 cup light Karo syrup1 cup sugar3/4 cup butter ( NOT margarine)1 dash...

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Brie With Roasted Pear and Thyme
AppetizersCheesePears

Brie With Roasted Pear and Thyme

Ingredients: 1 (6 inch) brie round2 almost ripe pears2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked Falafel

Ingredients: 3 cups tinned chickpeas, well drained1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/2 cup finely chopped...

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Fruit Bouquet
AppetizersFruitMelons

Fruit Bouquet

Ingredients: 1 cantaloupe, peeled 1 melon, peeled 15 strawberries, hulled 10 pineapple chunks, fresh...

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Zucchini Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Zucchini Chips

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups vegetable oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 -2 zucchini Directions: Fill a...

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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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CheesePuffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

CheesePuffs

Ingredients: 1 package shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pinch...

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Baked Tomatoes With Olives
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Baked Tomatoes With Olives

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups warm cooked spelt or 1 1/4 cups cracked farro3/4 cup...

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Ranch Chicken Cheese Ball With Pecans
AmericanAppetizersSpreads

Ranch Chicken Cheese Ball With Pecans

Ingredients: 1 (5 ounce) cans chunk chicken, drained1 (1/2 ounce) package ranch dressing mix2...

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Stuffed Tomato
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Stuffed Tomato

Ingredients: 1/4 cup cottage cheese, low fat1 tomatoes, cut in half1/2 cucumbers, peeled,seeded,shredded1 teaspoon...

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Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ( 6)2 eggs2 tablespoons melted butter...

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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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Puerto Rican Guava Cheese Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Puerto Rican Guava Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (22 ounce) cans guava paste, cut into 1 inch cubes ( you...

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Horseradish Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Horseradish Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients: 24 cherry tomatoes1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 1/2-2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1/4...

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Aloha Meatballs
AppetizersLow sat. fatLow sodium

Aloha Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey or 1 lb 96% lean ground beef1 cup cooked...

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Guacamole Stuffed Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Guacamole Stuffed Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs ( cold, halved and yolks removed)1 avocados, mashed2 tablespoons salsa,...

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Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 3 lbs cream cheese, softened1/2 lb finely shredded cheddar cheese1 (16 ounce) containers...

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Corn Polenta
AppetizersGrainsSide dishes

Corn Polenta

Ingredients: 1 shallots, minced2 garlic cloves, minced4 ears corn ( off the cobb)4 cups...

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Vietnamese  Grilled Sugarcane Prawns
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Vietnamese Grilled Sugarcane Prawns

Ingredients: 1 egg whites2 teaspoons vegetable oil1/4 cup chopped yellow onions, drained of excess...

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Tortilla Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tortilla Pizza

Ingredients: 3/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup minced...

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Baked  Chicken Pot Stickers With Sweet Asian Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Chicken Pot Stickers With Sweet Asian Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans white chicken meat, drained and flaked1 (8 ounce) cans...

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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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AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Oysters Meltzerenfuego

Ingredients: 12 oystersbutter ( I use ghee)fresh-minced garlic ( mince it yourself)fresh herbs (...

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Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed4 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup sliced...

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Shredded Beef Wraps
AppetizersBeefMeat

Shredded Beef Wraps

Ingredients: 1 cup shredded leftover roast beef3 green onions ( chopped, include some green)1...

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Elephant Garlic Butter
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Elephant Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened1 minced elephant garlic cloves1/4 cup softened cream cheese1 tablespoon...

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Jamaican Chicken Patties
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Jamaican Chicken Patties

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 sweet potatoes, medium sized, to yield...

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Vegetarian Sausage Rolls
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Vegetarian Sausage Rolls

Ingredients: 1 flaky pastry dough1 beaten eggs, to glaze300 g fresh breadcrumbs225 g cheddar...

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Black Bean Cakes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Black Bean Cakes

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed2 tablespoons vegetable broth or...

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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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Marshall's Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Marshall’s Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 10 hardboiled egg1/2 teaspoon dry mustard1/8 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon marjoramoregano (optional)onion salt (optional)salt1/2...

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Cheating Swedish Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Cheating Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup16 ounces milk1 lb frozen meatballs16...

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AppetizersBeefMeat

Beef Yakitori

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons sugar1 clove garlic ( crushed)1/2...

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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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Basil Pita Chips
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Basil Pita Chips

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened4 garlic cloves, crushed1 cup fresh basil, chopped1/4 cup fresh...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Deep Fried Coconut Shrimp

Ingredients: vegetable oil, enough to fry shrimp3/4 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4...

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wrapped date appetizers
AppetizersLow proteinVery low carbs

wrapped date appetizers

Ingredients: pitted dates, as many as you likesame amount almonds1/2 piece bacon, for each...

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