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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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Panko Crusted Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Panko Crusted Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 cup seasoned flour3 large eggs3 tablespoons milk40 large shrimp1 cup panko2 tablespoons...

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Big Ol' Mess (Smoked Sausage in Spicy Sweet Sauce)
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Ol’ Mess (Smoked Sausage in Spicy Sweet Sauce)

Ingredients: 1 lb smoked sausage, cut into chunks3 jalapeno peppers, sliced1 green bell peppers,...

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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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Baked Bloomin' Onion
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Baked Bloomin’ Onion

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4...

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Mozzarella Hot Sauce Chicken
AppetizersMain dishPoultry

Mozzarella Hot Sauce Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenderloins3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce1/4...

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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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Grilled Barbecued Oysters
AppetizersMain dishShellfish

Grilled Barbecued Oysters

Ingredients: 1/2 cup hot sauce1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon olive...

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No-Fry Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

No-Fry Onion Rings

Ingredients: pam olive oil flavored cooking spray1 large sweet onions, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices1/3...

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Tuna Fishcakes
AppetizersMain dishTuna

Tuna Fishcakes

Ingredients: 4 large baked potatoes2 (200 g) cans tuna4 spring onions1 large hard-boiled eggs1/2...

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Salmon Cheesecake
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Salmon Cheesecake

Ingredients: 1 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese1 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1/2 cup melted unsalted butter1...

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Chocolate Covered Tuxedo Strawberries
AppetizersDessertStrawberries

Chocolate Covered Tuxedo Strawberries

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cartons strawberries1 (8 ounce) packages semi-sweet chocolate chips1 (12 ounce)...

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Ginger Chicken and Peanut Sauce Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Ginger Chicken and Peanut Sauce Wraps

Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts6 large romaine lettuce leaves1 bunch fresh cilantro1/2 cup...

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Pistachio Goat Cheese Balls
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pistachio Goat Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 11 ounces fresh goat cheese4 ounces pistachio nuts, coarsley chopped48 baby spinach leaves,...

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Thai Inspired Pork Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishPork

Thai Inspired Pork Kabobs

Ingredients: 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons...

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Garlic Pepper Pork Skewers
AppetizersMain dishPork

Garlic Pepper Pork Skewers

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 lb) boneless pork loin roast6 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup lime...

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Texas Cannonballs
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Texas Cannonballs

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese ( softened)2 pickled jalapeno peppers, finely minced ( stems...

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Asiago-Pepper Frico (Crispy Cheese Wafers)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Asiago-Pepper Frico (Crispy Cheese Wafers)

Ingredients: 1 cup packed shredded asiago cheese ( or shredded Italian cheese blend)1/2 teaspoon...

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Baked Parmesan Oysters
AppetizersMain dishShellfish

Baked Parmesan Oysters

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil1 garlic cloves, crushed3/4 cup crushed crackers2 tablespoons grated parmesan...

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Sauteed Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Sauteed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter3 large onions1 lb mushroomssalt and pepperbread, for eating and mopping,...

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La Salade Cote Cap Verte ( Chopped Egg Salad)
AppetizersEggsSalads

La Salade Cote Cap Verte ( Chopped Egg Salad)

Ingredients: 2 -3 cups salad greens, such as leaf lettuce, spinach, watercress, romaine, cut...

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Hot Crab  Dip
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Hot Crab Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 medium onions, finely chopped3 tablespoons dry...

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Boursin Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Boursin Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup sweet butter, Softened2 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened2 garlic cloves, minced1...

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My Escargot
AppetizersMain dishVery low carbs

My Escargot

Ingredients: 1 lb spinach ( stemmed, torn)2 tablespoons butter1 lb snails ( cleaned, drained)1...

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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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Fool Nabed - Fava Bean Soup (Egyptian)
AppetizersBeansSoups & stews

Fool Nabed – Fava Bean Soup (Egyptian)

Ingredients: 2 cups dried fava beans ( or 4 cups canned fava or broad...

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Tropical Prosciutto Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tropical Prosciutto Bites

Ingredients: 1/4 lb thinly sliced prosciutto1 large mangoes or 1 large papayas, peeled, pitted...

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Chicken Chimichangas
AppetizersEggs/dairyMain dish

Chicken Chimichangas

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups picante sauce ( or use salsa)6 -8 cups cooked chicken,...

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Four Cheese Panini With Basil Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Four Cheese Panini With Basil Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese ( 3 ounces)1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese...

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Vietnamese Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on Sugarcane Sticks
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Vietnamese Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on Sugarcane Sticks

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, chopped3 tablespoons sugar3 shallots, chopped1/4 cup asian fish sauce3 tablespoons...

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Melting Mushrooms
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Melting Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 large portabella mushrooms, of roughly equal size4 tablespoons vermouth or 4 tablespoons...

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Cajun Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Cajun Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon flour1 teaspoon poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon chili...

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Cheesy Onion Garlic Bread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cheesy Onion Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 2 French baguettes ( purchase the long thin crusty bread)2 large yellow onions,...

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Cheese Bacon Puffs
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Cheese Bacon Puffs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1 1/2 cups all-purpose...

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Tomato Basil Gooey Cheese Side Dish
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tomato Basil Gooey Cheese Side Dish

Ingredients: 1 medium ripe tomatoes, cored and sliced into thick rings1/4 cup fresh basil...

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Hot Crab Casserole
AppetizersCasserolesCrab

Hot Crab Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers, can use...

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Warm Goat's Cheese on Toast and Lettuce
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Warm Goat’s Cheese on Toast and Lettuce

Ingredients: 4 ounces goat cheese4 slices country bread10 lettuce leaves6 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon...

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Falafel Croquettes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Falafel Croquettes

Ingredients: 1 lb canned chick-peas, drained3 garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons ground coriander2 teaspoons ground...

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Ham Roll 'em Ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ham Roll ’em Ups

Ingredients: 1 lb thinly sliced cooked ham3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened (...

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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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Binch Akara (Bean Drops)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Binch Akara (Bean Drops)

Ingredients: 1 lb black-eyed peas2 teaspoons salt1 small onions, very finely chopped2 cups canola...

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Almost Crab Cakes
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Almost Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups zucchini, peeled and shredded1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning1...

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Golden Sesame Chicken With Ginger Dressing
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Golden Sesame Chicken With Ginger Dressing

Ingredients: 3 large egg whites ( sometimes I just use two eggs)1/4 cup soy...

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Crab Rangoon Cups
AppetizersCheeseCrab

Crab Rangoon Cups

Ingredients: 8 ounces crabmeat, drained ( can use imitation)8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room...

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Salmon Spread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalmon

Salmon Spread

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans salmon3 ounces fat free cream cheese, at room temperature1/2...

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Mini Corn Dogs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mini Corn Dogs

Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup cornmeal 3 teaspoons baking powder 1...

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Goat Cheese Wrapped in Phyllo
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Goat Cheese Wrapped in Phyllo

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon light butter4 small white onions, chopped1 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1/3...

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Parsley Salad
AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Parsley Salad

Ingredients: 8 ounces chopped fresh parsley leaves1 cup chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup...

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Basil and Feta Spread
AppetizersGreekSpreads

Basil and Feta Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves1/4 cup chopped chives2 tablespoons minced onions2 -3...

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My Sister-In-Law's Fabulous Cheese Balls
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

My Sister-In-Law’s Fabulous Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) Velveeta cheese, shredded2 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup milk1/2...

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Greek Eggplant (Aubergine)  and Yogurt Spread
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Greek Eggplant (Aubergine) and Yogurt Spread

Ingredients: 2 small eggplants1 cup plain yogurt, Greek if you can get it1 1/2...

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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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Beef Pate
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Beef Pate

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked lean ground beef ( cubed)8 ounces fat free cream...

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Pico De Gallo
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Pico De Gallo

Ingredients: 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes1/2 cup diced sweet onions1/2 cup diced poblano peppers1...

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Avocado and Orange Salad
AppetizersOrangesSalads

Avocado and Orange Salad

Ingredients: 2 oranges2 ripe avocados2 tablespoons lemon juice50 g pecan halves2 tablespoons unsweetened orange...

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Cajun Fried Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Cajun Fried Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenderloins1/2 cup frank’s hot sauce1 cup Bisquick1/4 cup grated...

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Texas Fries
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Texas Fries

Ingredients: 32 ounces frozen french fries ( or use your favorite home made version)1...

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Cucumber-Dill Salad With Feta Cheese
AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Cucumber-Dill Salad With Feta Cheese

Ingredients: 2 English cucumberssalt3 scallions2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon white wine vinegarfresh cracked pepper1...

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Best Ever Sushi Rice
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Best Ever Sushi Rice

Ingredients: 3 cups short-grain calrose rice4 inches piece konbu3 1/2 cups water3 tablespoons sugar1...

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Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon citrus lemon pepper1...

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Japanese-Style Tofu
AppetizersLunch/snacksSoy/tofu

Japanese-Style Tofu

Ingredients: 1/2 lb firm tofu, drained1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon...

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