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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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Mexican Bunuelos
AppetizersDessertNorth american

Mexican Bunuelos

Ingredients: 4 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup milk4...

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Nachos Agrios (Sour Cream Nachos)
AppetizersBeansCheese

Nachos Agrios (Sour Cream Nachos)

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups refried beans5 -6 ounces tortilla chips ( homemade or top...

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Feta and Ricotta Cheese Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Feta and Ricotta Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine4 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch...

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Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)

Ingredients: 1 lb roasted peanuts1/4 cup peanut oil ( to taste)1 small onions, finely...

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Healthy Yummy Black Bean Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Healthy Yummy Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans2 medium tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup onions, finely chopped2...

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Spicy Mozzarella Beef Dip
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Spicy Mozzarella Beef Dip

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef2 (1 1/4 ounce) packets taco seasoning ( extra...

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Taco Dip
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Taco Dip

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef2 teaspoons onion salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 (8 ounce)...

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Mini Pizzas
AppetizersHigh calciumLunch/snacks

Mini Pizzas

Ingredients: 2 English muffins2 tablespoons spaghetti sauce ( or as much as needed)2 slices...

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Potato-Apple Latkes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato-Apple Latkes

Ingredients: 1 eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon kosher salt1/8 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Open - Face Bay Shrimp Sandwich
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Open – Face Bay Shrimp Sandwich

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped4 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons fresh lemon...

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Egg Rolls
AppetizersPorkSide dishes

Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork3 tablespoons sesame oil1 teaspoon minced ginger1 tablespoon minced garlic...

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Egyptian Spiced Carrot Puree
AppetizersCoconutSide dishes

Egyptian Spiced Carrot Puree

Ingredients: 1/4 cup blanched almonds or 1/4 cup hazelnuts1/4 cup coriander seeds2 tablespoons cumin...

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Sweet Toddler Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefLunch/snacks

Sweet Toddler Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 lbs lean organic ground beef or 3 lbs turkey1/4 cup brown sugar...

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Dried Tomatoes With Goat Cheese
AppetizersVegetablesVegetarian

Dried Tomatoes With Goat Cheese

Ingredients: 6 tomatoesolive oil4 sprigs thyme2 sprigs rosemarysuperfine sugarsaltpepper2 garlic cloves100 g goat cheese...

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Florida Crab Cakes With Avocado Butter
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Florida Crab Cakes With Avocado Butter

Ingredients: 3/4 lb crabmeat1/2 cup breadcrumbs2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons parsley, chopped1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1...

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Beef-Coconut Sates
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Beef-Coconut Sates

Ingredients: 1 lb ground round1 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 cup flaked coconut1...

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Greek Grilled Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Greek Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs cleaned large shrimp1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon course sea salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Spicy Shrimp and Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Spicy Shrimp and Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream3/4 teaspoon ground cumin1...

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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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Monk's Mussels in Thai Curry Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShellfish

Monk’s Mussels in Thai Curry Sauce

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 stalk lemongrass, smashed and chopped1/2 tablespoon ginger, grated1 teaspoon...

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Gordon's Restaurant  Artichoke Fritters
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Gordon’s Restaurant Artichoke Fritters

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powdersaltfreshy ground black pepper1 cup milk1 eggs1...

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Seasoned Oyster Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Seasoned Oyster Crackers

Ingredients: 12 ounces of plain oyster crackers2/3 cup oil ( I use canola, but...

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Kicked up Hanky Panky
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Kicked up Hanky Panky

Ingredients: 1/2 lb hamburger1 lb Italian sausage ( I use sweet)1/2 cup onions, chopped1...

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Parmesan Puffs
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Parmesan Puffs

Ingredients: 4 sheets butter puff pastry1 eggs, lightly beaten for an eggwash150 g parmesan...

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Nutty Carrot Sandwich
AppetizersCarrotsSpreads

Nutty Carrot Sandwich

Ingredients: 3 large carrots, coarsely shredded2/3 cup pecans, ground1 garlic cloves, minced4 stuffed green...

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Spanish Potatoes Bravos
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Spanish Potatoes Bravos

Ingredients: 500 g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks400 g canned diced tomatoes1 garlic...

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Nectarine Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Nectarine Salsa

Ingredients: 4 ripe nectarines, chopped ( or peaches or pineapple)2 garlic cloves, minced (...

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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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Mexican Pizza Like Taco Bells
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Mexican Pizza Like Taco Bells

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning2 tablespoons water8 small...

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Hush Puppies
AppetizersLow fatLow protein

Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 6 cups peanut oil 1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal 1/2 cup self-rising flour...

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Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip

Ingredients: 1/3 cup hot apple juice1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup soy...

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Roasted Turkey Calzones
AppetizersMain dishTurkey

Roasted Turkey Calzones

Ingredients: 12 ounces oven-roasted turkey breast, chopped or 12 ounces leftover cooked turkey 2...

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Chicago Shrimp De Jonghe
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Chicago Shrimp De Jonghe

Ingredients: 2 lbs medium shrimp1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup dry sherry2 garlic cloves, minced2...

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Blueberry Cheese Spread
AppetizersBlueberriesSpreads

Blueberry Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1/3 cup fresh blueberries ( or 1/4 cup blueberry jelly)8 ounces cream cheese,...

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Prawn Sang Choy Bow
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Prawn Sang Choy Bow

Ingredients: 750 g prawns, chopped1 teaspoon sesame oil1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons chopped spring...

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Parsnip Chips
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Parsnip Chips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs parsnips, peeled2 quarts peanut oilsalt Directions: Cut parsnips lengthwise into...

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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnut
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnut

Ingredients: 16 ounces whole water chestnuts, drained1 lb bacon1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup chili sauce1...

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Easy Starter(And Healthy)
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow sat. fat

Easy Starter(And Healthy)

Ingredients: 1 cup tinned chickpeas2 tablespoons tahini2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 chopped onions2 chopped garlic...

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Mediterranean Summer Breeze Shrimp Appetizer
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Mediterranean Summer Breeze Shrimp Appetizer

Ingredients: 3/4 lb large shrimp, shell and tail removed, deveined, cut lengthwise slightly (...

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Spicy Shrimp Stove Top Pizzas
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Spicy Shrimp Stove Top Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast ( 2 1/4 teaspoons)1 cup warm...

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Chickpea Tuna Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Chickpea Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna ( drained very well)1/4 cup chickpeas ( drained)1/4...

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Drunken Shrimp a La Greque
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Drunken Shrimp a La Greque

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons ouzo1 tablespoon brown sugar2 garlic...

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Grilled Tuna Salad Santorini
AppetizersSaladsTuna

Grilled Tuna Salad Santorini

Ingredients: 1/2 lb tuna, grilled, cut into 1-inch chunks1/2 lemons, juice of1/2 oranges, juice...

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Grilled Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsTomatoes

Grilled Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 loaf crusty bread, sliced into 10 slices2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup olive...

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Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Oven-Fried Zucchini Sticks

Ingredients: cooking spray1/4 cup whole wheat flour1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons cornmeal1 teaspoon salt1...

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Baked Ricotta
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Baked Ricotta

Ingredients: 3 cups ricotta cheese3 egg whites, whisked1/2 cup fresh basil, choppedsea saltblack pepper3...

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Grilled Herb Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Grilled Herb Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined ( 16-20 per pound)3 garlic cloves,...

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Mushroom Cap Neptune
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Mushroom Cap Neptune

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cream cheese1 cup crabmeat, defrosted and well drained ( canned works...

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Antipasticks
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Antipasticks

Ingredients: wooden skewers ( 8 inch)1 pint grape tomatoes20 small bocconcini, balls ( fresh...

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Savory Kalamata Cheesecake Squares
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Savory Kalamata Cheesecake Squares

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1/2 cup pecans, very finely chopped1/3 cup butter...

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Lump Crab - Avocado Salad
AppetizersCrabSalads

Lump Crab – Avocado Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb large lump crabmeat1 stalk celery, sliced very thin1 medium scallions, sliced...

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Corn Flake Chicken or Fish
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Corn Flake Chicken or Fish

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) containers sour cream1 cup corn flakes, slightly crushed2 boneless skinless...

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Rock 'n' Rollers
AppetizersHigh calciumLunch/snacks

Rock ‘n’ Rollers

Ingredients: 4 flour tortillas ( 6-inch)4 ounces cream cheese1/3 cup peach preserves1 cup cheddar...

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AppetizersGreekVegetables

Greek Yellow Split Peas With Garlic (Fava)

Ingredients: 2 cups yellow split peas, pickled over and rinsed2 bay leaves2 teaspoons salt4...

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Guacamole Pronto!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Guacamole Pronto!

Ingredients: 1 avocados1/4 cup picante sauce ( we use Pace medium)salt and pepper Directions:...

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Crab Cakes With Green Onions
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes With Green Onions

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons mayonnaise ( I use light mayo)2 tablespoons minced green...

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Spinach Dip Pinwheels
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Spinach Dip Pinwheels

Ingredients: 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 (3 -5 ounce) packages...

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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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Garlic Grilled Artichokes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Garlic Grilled Artichokes

Ingredients: 2 artichokes1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon lemon zest1 1/2 tablespoons...

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Mozzarella Milananese (Fried Mozzarella Cheese)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Mozzarella Milananese (Fried Mozzarella Cheese)

Ingredients: 1 lb mozzarella cheese ( round package)2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup flour1 cup seasoned...

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