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Karen's appetizers, soups, and snacks

(42 Recipes) Created by KAREN25

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Very Good 4.1/5

Perfect for cold winter nights, this savory soup also boasts an unexpected hint of spice.

Submitted by DACQUISTO

Carbs: 13g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 102.5
Very Good 4.0/5

This classic chilled tomato soup is chock full of garden-fresh vegetables, cholesterol free, and made with very little added oil.

Carbs: 13.7g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 92.5
Very Good 4.0/5

A delicious soup with a wonderful combination of unique ingredients.

Submitted by LUCIANA1950

Carbs: 12.8g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 78.3
Very Good 4.2/5

A delicious no fat/low calorie treat

Submitted by SHA-DE

Carbs: 6.4g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 4.6g | Calories: 56.9
Good 3.9/5

This is a perfect way to prepare leftover ham, including bone.

Submitted by HRH2MOMMY

Carbs: 5.9g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 87.3
Grandma Warfel's Sauerkraut Balls
Very Good 4.7/5

A crispy fried meatball, filled with cream cheese and sausage. This is Grandma's recipe made lighter. Tasty and rich. This is a lighter version using neufchatel instead of regular cream cheese. The sauerkraut helps the calorie count. At about 60 calories each, they are about like eating a cookie, but so much better! Makes about 11 dozen, 1 inch balls. A lot of work, but worth it for special occasions. We make them at Christmas and eat them through the New Year.

Submitted by SLCCOLE

Carbs: 2.5g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 58
Very Good 4.1/5

A great chili that is perfect with cornbread muffins.

Submitted by SUZIEQW

Carbs: 27.6g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 7.9g | Protein: 7.4g | Calories: 161.6
Cheese quesadilla
Very Good 4.2/5

High in protein, low in carbs, and all for just 300 calories

Submitted by CINDYSUE48

Carbs: 18.8g | Fat: 14.2g | Fiber: 8.5g | Protein: 23g | Calories: 298.2
Fudgy Brownies
Very Good 4.1/5

Instant coffee in the batter intensifies the chocolate flavor. Beating the sugar and eggs together gives the baked brownies a crackly surface.

Carbs: 20.2g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 126.4
Roasted Squash Soup
Very Good 4.0/5

Try a two for one: The next time you are turning on the oven to 375 degrees, roast the squash, cool it slightly, peel and package to freeze. You'll have butternut squash on hand whenever you need it, and you can have dinner on the table in no time!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 25.6g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 6.2g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 128.6
Thai Chicken Coconut Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 141.5
Layered Mexican Dip with Baked Lime Chips
Very Good 4.5/5

My dip has all the flavor of the original, but it's much easier on the waistline. I prefer to eat this "dip" with a fork or raw vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 197.3
White Chicken Chili
Very Good 4.5/5

This chili is packed with flavor and fiber. Make a big batch for a crowd or freeze it in single-serving containers for up to 4 months.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 20.2g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 25.3g | Calories: 226.1
Spinach Brownies
Very Good 4.5/5

Spinach and mozzarella cheese are baked together to make irresistable savory appetizer treats!

Submitted by ERUPERTO

Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 79.2
COOKING WITH CAITLIN'S Stone Fruit Quesadilla
Very Good 4.0/5

Enjoy this for lunch with a smear of Mint Pesto and a cup of Gazpacho. Or serve it as an appetizer for your Cinco de Mayo menu. Follow it up with a Mole Burger and Mexican Grilled Corn. Talk about tickling your tostada!

Submitted by DAILYSPARKGUEST

Carbs: 10.3g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 122.2
Chocolate Fondue
Very Good 4.5/5

By choosing a darker chocolate and fat-free evaporated milk, Chef Meg was able to cut the calories of this chocolate dip in half!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.7g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 88.8
A Luscious Fruit Dip
Very Good 4.5/5

This dip tastes decadent but is very healthy. Great Valentine to share with someone you love!

Submitted by DAKOTATURTLE

Carbs: 3.4g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 5.9g | Calories: 37.8
Olive Tapenade
Very Good 4.3/5

Tapenade is a traditional sauce or condiment from Provence, in the south of France. It adds a punch of flavor for very few calories. You can buy premade tapenade, but you'll spend more money and be consuming more sodium than if you made it at home.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 17.4
Carrot Pumpkin Bars
Very Good 4.5/5

Great for the fall holidays! Or just for a healthy snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 133.2
Corn Chowder
Very Good 4.1/5

Using low-fat milk instead of cream lowers the saturated fat content in this hearty summer soup.

Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 8.1g | Calories: 209.5
Quinoa with Spinach and Feta Cheese
Very Good 4.4/5

Quinoa is similar to brown rice, with a higher protein content. This is a delicious side dish or light meal.

Submitted by SLIMKATIE

Carbs: 32.1g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 232.8

I made some changes to the Carrots n Cake 3 minute oatmeal cookie.

Submitted by KAREN25

Carbs: 32.9g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 6.2g | Calories: 189.7
Taco Soup
Very Good 4.3/5

Top this soup with toasted tortilla strips and serve with lime wedges and avocado slices.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 24.3g | Fat: 13.7g | Fiber: 6.5g | Protein: 20.6g | Calories: 290.7
Very Good 4.2/5

Brought To Your Kitchen From SparkPeople Member: LBBROCK195

Carbs: 26.4g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 8.3g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 125.1
Spring Rolls
Very Good 4.3/5

This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 113.1
Black Bean 'Hummus'
Very Good 4.2/5

Hummus goes South of the Border!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 20.9g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 7.1g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 122.7
Creamy Grilled Strawberry Sandwich
Very Good 4.1/5

This is a great dessert that's delicious when strawberries are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 144.9
Lentil Vegetable Soup
Very Good 4.0/5

This hearty soup will warm you from the inside out.

Carbs: 31.5g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 6.8g | Protein: 7.9g | Calories: 230.4
Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup
Very Good 4.0/5

This chilled creamy soup is great for hot days. It is filling and very low in calories. Perfect for a light lunch or as a dinner starter.

Carbs: 6.7g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 92.5
Coach Nicole's Fresh Guacamole
Very Good 4.5/5

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 4.8g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 77.5
World's Best Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Very Good 4.5/5

This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 65.9
FANNETASTIC FOOD'S Pumpkin Bean Dip
Very Good 4.2/5

This is awesome, easy to make, and a huge hit at parties when you want to serve something more creative than hummus!


Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 16.7g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 4.7g | Calories: 123.4
Tomato Soup
Very Good 4.4/5

This tomato soup is so rich and thick you'll swear it's laden with cream and butter. The trick is really good tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.3g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 98.9
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
Very Good 4.6/5

Prize winning green tomatoe that will add some Feista to any party!

Submitted by BGGARDEN

Carbs: 5.1g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 27.3
Abraham, Guiltless Onion Rings
Very Good 4.0/5

Don't let their looks scare you; They're great for those who love the onions and the "cruch" more than the greasy batter in traditional onion rings. Try them with some reduced calorie ketchup and you'll be in heaven.

Low Fat + Low Salt + Low Calorie = Guiltless

Submitted by MEEJVAJ

Carbs: 19.7g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 3.9g | Calories: 95.2
Curried Carrot Soup by FANNETASTIC FOOD
Very Good 4.5/5

This soup is healthy and deliciously flavorful thanks to the curry and creamy coconut milk!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 63.4
Very Good 4.4/5

This chili recipe has a unique ingredient, by adding pumpkin (you never know it's there) you add more vitamins and fiber.

Submitted by LONGWAY2GO

Carbs: 16.5g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 211.7
Very Good 4.0/5

High protein, low fat, very high taste!

Submitted by DJENSENAK

Carbs: 26.5g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 15.2g | Protein: 16.6g | Calories: 154.8
COOKING WITH CAITLIN'S Gazpacho
Very Good 4.2/5

I think that gazpacho is quite the refreshing soup option--especially in the summer. It goes well with a simple sandwich as well as something a little fancier and off the grill. Not only that, but it is actually pretty healthy for you as well--gazpacho is made up of all kinds of different veggies.

Submitted by DAILYSPARKGUEST

Carbs: 11.8g | Fat: 9.3g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 128.9
COOKING WITH CAITLIN'S Avocado Whip
Very Good 4.1/5

Despite the fact that this is perhaps the girliest guacamole ever, to the men out there, try it. I guarantee you that it is extremely tasty. And, I am going to venture to say that any guy that can explain that he "whipped the avocado into stiff peaks" will impress any girl.

Submitted by DAILYSPARKGUEST

Carbs: 2g | Fat: 9.6g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 93.3
Healthier Hot Wings
Very Good 4.2/5

Fried, battered, dripping sauce--hot wings are calorie bombs! But not these.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 16g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 28.8g | Calories: 223.2
Pumpkin Soup with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Very Good 4.5/5

After one sip of this savory pumpkin soup, you will be surprised to find it packs a little heat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 18.4g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 5.5g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 124.7
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