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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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Chicken Balls
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Balls

Ingredients: 1 (5 ounce) cans chicken1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1/4 teaspoon poultry...

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Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened12 large flour tortillas1/2 jar pickled jalapeno chilies, diced...

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Garlic-Herb Cheese Spread
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Garlic-Herb Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon...

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Chilled Soba Noodles
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Chilled Soba Noodles

Ingredients: 8 ounces dried soba noodles ( buckwheat)1 1/2 inches ginger, peeled and sliced...

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Easy Greek-Inspired Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Easy Greek-Inspired Salad

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups salad greens ( spring mix, European, exotic, romaine, etc)1 carrots,...

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Garlic Bites
AppetizersGrainsPasta

Garlic Bites

Ingredients: 1 (10 7/8 ounce) cans Pillsbury refrigerated biscuits1/3 cup butter1 garlic cloves1/4 cup...

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Margarita Dip With Strawberry Shortcake Fruit K-Bobs
AppetizersDessertLunch/snacks

Margarita Dip With Strawberry Shortcake Fruit K-Bobs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat sour cream3 ounces light cream cheese1/3 cup sifted powdered sugar1...

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Pecan Cups
AppetizersDessertFruit

Pecan Cups

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter1 cup...

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elegant grilled pizza!!
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

elegant grilled pizza!!

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons pesto sauce ( your favorite or check my recipes)1/4 cup quality...

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Emily's Cheese and Tomato Cracker Appetizer
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Emily’s Cheese and Tomato Cracker Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 cup whipped cream cheese1 teaspoon dried chives or 1 teaspoon fresh chives1/2...

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AppetizersItalianSpreads

Tapenade

Ingredients: 10 cloves garlic2 lemons, juice of1 (10 ounce) cans black olives1 cup chopped...

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Turkey Nachos
AppetizersPoultryTurkey

Turkey Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning3/4 cup watertortilla chips1/2...

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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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Tacos De Potatoes (Tacos De Hombre Pobre)
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Tacos De Potatoes (Tacos De Hombre Pobre)

Ingredients: 5 -6 cups leftover mashed potatoes, heated ( garlic flavored spuds are particularily...

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Taco Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Taco Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix1 green...

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AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Fried Tomatoes with Garlic

Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic, crushedsalt and pepper1/2 small hot pepper, very finely chopped2 tablespoons...

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Stromgren Swedish Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefLunch/snacks

Stromgren Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup half-and-half1 lb ground beef1/4 cup cracker crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1...

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Simply the Best Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Simply the Best Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup finely diced onions1/4 cup finely diced celery1 ounce white...

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AppetizersCrabShrimp

Seafood Hors D’oeuvres

Ingredients: 6 English muffins ( 12 halves)1/2-1 cup butter1 jar Kraft Old English cheese...

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Baked Cherry Tomatoes and Feta
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Baked Cherry Tomatoes and Feta

Ingredients: 1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic2/3 cup olive oil2 lbs cherry tomatoes1 loaf focaccia...

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Cucumber Party Bread
AppetizersBreadsVegetarian

Cucumber Party Bread

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumbers1 loaf rye cocktail bread ( found in the deli section)1...

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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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Pickled Red Beet Eggs
AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Pickled Red Beet Eggs

Ingredients: 12 large eggs1 (16 ounce) cans sliced pickled red beets, UNDRAINED1/4 cup water1/2...

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Pumpernickel Topped With Smoked Salmon
AppetizersSalmonSide dishes

Pumpernickel Topped With Smoked Salmon

Ingredients: 1 (200 g) packages smoked salmon1 loaf pumpernickel cocktail bread1 (250 g) packages...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Smoked Mackerel Pate

Ingredients: 10 ounces smoked mackerel4 ounces ricotta cheese4 tablespoons sour cream1 -2 tablespoon lemon...

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Blue Ribbon Beef Nachos
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Blue Ribbon Beef Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1 (16...

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Chunky Guacamole
AppetizersNorth americanSpreads

Chunky Guacamole

Ingredients: 3 standard size avocados1 medium onions, chopped1 large tomatoes, chopped2 tablespoons of finely...

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Down East Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Down East Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh-picked maine crabmeat ( or any other fresh crabmeat)3 cups unseasoned...

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Harissa Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Harissa Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes1 tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped1 clove garlic, peeled1/2...

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Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup coconut milk1 tablespoon fish sauce2 teaspoons...

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Low Carb Hush Puppies
AppetizersDiabeticSide dishes

Low Carb Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 1 cup Atkins baking mix1/2 cup heavy cream1/2 cup water ( more or...

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Microwave Mexican Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Microwave Mexican Pizza

Ingredients: 2 fat free tortillas1/4 cup low fat mozzarella1/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese1/2 cup...

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Ukrainian Meatless Borsch (Borscht)
AppetizersEuropeanVegetables

Ukrainian Meatless Borsch (Borscht)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried mushrooms ( or more)1 large onions, chopped3 tablespoons vegetable oil2...

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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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French Zucchini Fritters
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

French Zucchini Fritters

Ingredients: 2 pieces tender young zucchinicooking oil ( for deep frying, one liter)3 tablespoons...

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Herby Potato Salad
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Herby Potato Salad

Ingredients: 5 -6 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped3 fresh eggs20 ml white wine vinegar60...

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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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Thai Satay Kebabs
AppetizersBeefMain dish

Thai Satay Kebabs

Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin steaks, cut into strips 1/2 x 2 inch2 cloves garlic,...

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Blooming Onion
AppetizersEggsOnions

Blooming Onion

Ingredients: 1 large sweet vidalia onions1 eggs1 cup buttermilk1 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2...

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Apricot and Nectarine Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Apricot and Nectarine Salsa

Ingredients: 1 cup dice apricots1 cup diced nectarines1/2 cup diced red peppers1 jalapenos, minced1...

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Greek Pizza on Phyllo With Feta and Tomatoes
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Greek Pizza on Phyllo With Feta and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 12 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed4 tablespoons butter4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil8 ounces...

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Mexican Hot Pepper Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Mexican Hot Pepper Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) jars chili peppers, cartitoes ( pickled yellow peppers, use brine)1...

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Deep Fried Mushrooms
AppetizersHealthyLow sat. fat

Deep Fried Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 -10 ounces whole white mushrooms3/4 cup flour2 eggs, slightly beaten1 cup Italian...

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AppetizersPineappleSalads

Mom’s Orange Souffle Salad

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits2 packages orange Jell-O1 cup hot orange...

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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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Cantaloupe Bruschetta
AppetizersCheeseMelons

Cantaloupe Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 medium fresh cantaloupe, rind and seeds removed1 loaf French bread, sliced into...

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BBQ Ranch Quesadilla Wedges
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

BBQ Ranch Quesadilla Wedges

Ingredients: 1/2 green bell peppers, sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 yellow bell peppers, sliced1/2 red...

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Lemon-Garlic Baked Brie
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Lemon-Garlic Baked Brie

Ingredients: 8 ounces wedge brie cheese1 -2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary...

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Healthy Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersSaladsTurkey

Healthy Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic cloves, minced1/2 small onions, finely chopped1/2 lb ground...

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Oysters Rockefeller
AppetizersLow calorieLow carb

Oysters Rockefeller

Ingredients: 24 oysters, on the half shell1 1/2 cups spinach, cooked, well drained1/3 cup...

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Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece
AppetizersBroccoliSide dishes

Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece

Ingredients: 4 lettuce leaves (optional)8 cups broccoli, & broccoflower heads blanched1 cup petite carrots4...

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Goat Cheese Turnovers with Tomato Coulis and Basil Puree
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Goat Cheese Turnovers with Tomato Coulis and Basil Puree

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 medium onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2...

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Pizza Samosa
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pizza Samosa

Ingredients: 2 small bell peppers, finely chopped ( 1 red and one green) 1/2...

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Goat Cheese
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Goat Cheese, Roasted Pepper and Basil Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 jar marinated goat cheese ( I used plain old goat cheese from...

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Watermelon Crawl- Aka Spiked Watermelon
AppetizersBeveragesMelons

Watermelon Crawl- Aka Spiked Watermelon

Ingredients: 1 watermelon750 ml rum or 750 ml vanilla vodka or 750 ml coconut...

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Cucumber Mint Tea Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Cucumber Mint Tea Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/2 seedless cucumber, peeled and very thinly sliced ( about 32 slices)1/4 cup...

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Firecracker Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Firecracker Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/3 cup almonds2 jalapeno peppers, seeded1 bunch cilantro ( without stems)6 scallions3 cloves...

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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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Diabetic
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Diabetic, Low-Fat Jalapeno Pepper Spread

Ingredients: 3 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened1/4 cup jalapeno jelly Directions: In small bowl,...

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Crispy Parmesan Tortellinis
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Crispy Parmesan Tortellinis

Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs ( like Progresso)1/4 teaspoon salt ( or to taste)1...

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