Cookbook creator says: use 1/4 cup of sugar in place of Splenda. This is life altering tasty :)

Submitted by SEV1993

Cookbook creator says: Yummy with the banana chocolate chip muffins!

Submitted by KRAVMAGAGIRL

Great spread on bread in place of your traditional dairy laden butter. Use on baked potatoes, roasted corn, or add lots of garlic and use it with garlic bread.

Submitted by THEOTHERHALF

Low fat, full of flavor. Serve with veggies, crackers, or pitas.

Submitted by LKLEHMAN

Granola is incredibly affordable when you make it yourself. This recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients: maple syrup, almond butter and seeds!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

To keep it healthy, you probably ought to figure one medium potato per person. However, you may crave more. Just a warning. I use red potatoes and leave the skin on. More fiber and potassium.

Submitted by ELENASAN

Awesome comfort food!

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Submitted by SARAK31

Festive and healthy -- a great side dish for the holidays or anytime.

Submitted by GETSTARTED21

This is a GREAT pizza dough...but keep in mind the nutrition information is for the crust only!

Submitted by AZIAS_MOMMY

These onions add flavor to any dish, from soups and sandwiches to stews and dips.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Cookbook creator says: sub flaxseeds for the bread crumbs :)

Submitted by BCJL13

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

A yummy way to start the day with very little fat and lots of flavor!

Submitted by JOJOMKE

Cookbook creator says: sub 1/2 c sugar for splenda!

Submitted by KIRBYU

This protein-rich vegetarian recipe is simple to make and tasty to eat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Make this ahead of time and then refrigerate for a quick, protein-packed breakfast that's also portion-controlled. Top with salsa (optional) and serve with toast for a complete breakfast.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Cooked lentils are high in calcium, potassium, zinc, and iron.

A tasty non-meat way to get some extra protein in your diet.

Submitted by LILLAKE

Pronounced ma-zhe-dra, this is a vegan Middle Eastern bulgur wheat, lentil and onion pilaf that is incredibly yummy! I first had it at a now (unfortunately) defunct Middle Eastern cafe and the full-blooded Syrian owner told me what the ingredients were, so after they closed and I was craving this dish, I threw together the ingredients in amounts I felt were similar to hers and it turned out pretty authentic tasting! You can also use equal amounts of whole-grain brown rice instead of the bulgur, but I prefer the bulgur wheat. Nutritional info listed is using the bulgur.

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

Quick, tasty crock pot recipe ready for something with the seasoning to match a take-out craving, but with none of the effort or fat!

Submitted by MYSHELLE10

Try this delicious and easy recipe for lentils!

Submitted by CHESSAKAT

The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat.

Submitted by MARSHAKSAUL

This is an easy, fantastic and flavorful way to enjoy the benefits of protein, complex carbohydrates, and potassium packed lentils and brown rice.

Submitted by KEDP98

This apple crisp is sweet and simple to prepare, but uses very little added sugar.

Submitted by JLCROMP

Baked potatoes stuffed with seasoned cottage cheese are a lavish low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-sodium treat.

Delicious and lighter than traditional potato gnocchi. Makes 6 generous servings, but could be served with a salad in smaller quantities. Adjust nutritional count accordingly. Also, feel free to use more or less seasonings. My family likes a lot. :-)

Submitted by DANCEMOM27

Needs to be prepared then refrigerated overnight. Cooked the next day.

Submitted by KRYSTALSHAFER

This is a recipe that sounds (and tastes) fancy but is actually quite easy to make--and ready in just 15 minutes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

An Italian favorite gets a below the border twist. Chef Meg made just a few tweaks before giving this one her seal of approval! She adds the spices early in cooking to help boost flavor and added a full pound of turkey for a more filling meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Cookbook creator says: Add in all kinds of other leftover veggies!

Submitted by HPERCY

I found this at Happy Herbavoire Blog, she even has a video, It is great when you just want a bit of something.

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Submitted by WANTS2B1HOTMAMA

A beautiful way to "wrap up" a healthy dinner!

Submitted by KRIS1975

Strawberries are combined with tangy and sweet balsamic vinegar and creamy ricotta in this quick and simple dessert.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Chef Meg's homemade and natural ricotta cheese is easy to make and a fun project for someone who likes to cook.

In summertime, when herbs are abundant and fresh berries are in season, it's the perfect time to try this. You can even get the kids involved.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These healthy breakfast bars provide a respectable level of protein and fiber without a ton of calories. Best of all, they can be eaten on the run. Reconfigure the "additions" to suit your fancy.... or replace the Splenda with another sweetener if you're trying to stay "au natural." This is a base recipe that can be tweaked to your taste!

Submitted by TUESDAYS

A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat.

Submitted by LYZ219

This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a really easy and delicious soup. It's one of those recipes that you can modify to make your own.

Submitted by METISMOMMA

Banana bread, madeover with oat bran and love!

Submitted by CHENIA

This is a modified version of a recipe on allrecipes.com that I enjoy greatly and that gives you a lot of protein, a lot of taste, and very few calories. You could make it much faster and easier with pre-prepared chicken breast, first sauteed with the onions and garlic in olive oil. You would increase the amount of broth by 1/2 cup or so and wouldn't use water in that scenario.

Submitted by TISHARAY

Use all chickpeas if you don't have fava beans. If you use canned beans, the sodium levels will be higher so omit the salt.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Fast, easy & delicious! Oh, and low cal! Perfect to get your morning started.

Submitted by HOPEIGETIT2

A lovely egg dish that highlights all the flavors of late spring. This dish can be made ahead of time and served room temperature. Perfect for brunch or even a light lunch!

Submitted by RICKIEBETH

An experiment with leftovers yields a delightful, filling vegetarian meal.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

These muffins are sweet and chocolatey; you'd never guess they're low fat

Submitted by SBMMYERS

This roasted chicken gets its sticky coating from the juices it releases while being baked.

High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24