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(61 Recipes) Created by BARBARAWEBSTER

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Fried Cheese Sticks
Very Good 4.2/5

We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 15.1g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 140.6

Wonderful for dip, on top salad, sandwiches, etc. Has Mexican Seasoning to taste, but couldn't find it in food search.

Submitted by BARBARAWEBSTER

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 18g | Calories: 115.1
 Flaxseed, Wheat, and Bran Muffins
Very Good 4.4/5

High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 115.7
Hummus
Very Good 4.0/5

Cookbook creator says: lots of optional suggestions for this recipe on the site want to try also!

Submitted by GRANT_ME_WINGS

Carbs: 9.4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 69.3
Bruschetta-Stuffed Mushrooms
Very Good 4.3/5

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 12.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 10.2g | Calories: 191.9
Black Bean Hummus
Very Good 4.2/5

Smoky from the cumin with a hidden serving of vegetables, this dip is equally delicious in a burrito as it is spread on tortilla chips.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 5.3g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 32.9
Coconut Meringue Cookies
Very Good 4.5/5

These are light, fluffy, and only about 50 calories each!

Submitted by SKYSHOOTER44

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 50.6
Sherry's Cucumber Salad
Very Good 4.9/5

I love the versatility of this salad,and the ease in making it a delicious side dish,or meal.My children are grown but they still ask for this dish at family gatherings.It's great for picnics because it is not mayonaise based.I hope you and your family enjoy it as much as us.

Submitted by SHERRY822

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 48.2
Very Good 4.5/5

A Colorful, Healthy Summer Vegetable Salad

Submitted by COREYLOVE

Carbs: 19.5g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 141.8
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: can't wait to try this one!

Submitted by APRILDAWN678

Carbs: 38.2g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 163
Good 3.8/5

These are made in a muffin pan and are a quick grab in the morning. I have two versions. This one has less cheese than the original so the spinach really takes the lead. It is low in calorie, quick to make, and yummy.

Submitted by RACHAAL

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 5.3g | Calories: 65.9
Skillet white beans, spinach & tomatoes over Linguine
Very Good 4.3/5

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

Carbs: 55.4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 318.7
Vegetarian Black Bean Cakes with Orange-Basil Salsa
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: lots of substitutions on the original recipe page.

Submitted by BCJL13

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 13.6g | Protein: 14.2g | Calories: 294.2
Very Good 4.3/5

easy lunch and quick! serve without the wrap/flatbread for a nice salad

Submitted by NYLEVE01

Carbs: 40.5g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 15.1g | Protein: 16.2g | Calories: 271.9
Very Good 4.8/5

Cookbook creator says: omit onions, look for this fat free cheese.

Submitted by LZOONS

Carbs: 29.6g | Fat: 9.2g | Fiber: 5.5g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 252.4
Yummy No Cook EASY EASY Tuna and Cashew Salad
Very Good 4.0/5

High in healthy fats, vitamins and nutrients, low in carbs and high in protein! Is not a good option for low fat diets!

Submitted by PRESIDENTSWIFE

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 22.5g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 41.6g | Calories: 444.1
Very Good 4.0/5

Cookbook creator says: More great suggestions for this recipe on the site.

Submitted by MADWALKER

Carbs: 45.4g | Fat: 16.8g | Fiber: 11.5g | Protein: 10.4g | Calories: 352.8
Black Bean & Corn Salad
Very Good 4.6/5

A yummy low fat, high protein side dish

Submitted by SCDAILEY

Carbs: 24g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 5.6g | Calories: 140.9
Incredible! 5.0/5

FANTASTIC!!

Submitted by KRISTINALYNNE28

Carbs: 64g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 20.3g | Protein: 21.1g | Calories: 373.7
Good 3.8/5

Cookbook creator says: Use almonds instead of walnuts

Carbs: 18.6g | Fat: 17.3g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 229.2
FANNETASTIC FOOD'S Hummus Guacamole
Very Good 4.4/5

This "Spinach & Avocado Cannellini Bean Hummus" is what would happen if hummus and guacamole mated!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 20.2g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 5.1g | Protein: 6.3g | Calories: 150.4
Healthy Deviled Eggs from FANNETASTIC FOOD
Very Good 4.0/5

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!



Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 10.4g | Calories: 117.2
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
Boston Baked Beans
Very Good 4.1/5

This is a great slow cooker side dish for backyard barbecues!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.7g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 168.8
Curried Mango Pork Chops
Very Good 4.3/5

These sautéed pork chops with a curried pan sauce make a quick weeknight dinner.

Carbs: 19.9g | Fat: 11.1g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 24.6g | Calories: 274.6
Very Good 4.1/5

A quick, satisfying meal for any night of the week.

Submitted by MRSHARM

Carbs: 39g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 7.1g | Protein: 11.6g | Calories: 288.8

A vegan-friendly recipe for pita bread, using only 3 ingredients: whole wheat flour, water, and salt. Takes only 5 minutes to bake, too!

Submitted by GALACTIC-RANGER

Carbs: 21.9g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 4g | Calories: 101
Grilled Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Packets With Rice
Very Good 4.4/5

A new take on an old favorite. Packets make for easy cleanup.

Submitted by MICHELLEM79

Carbs: 60.2g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 59.2g | Calories: 539.7
Grilled Garlic Citrus Flank Steak
Very Good 4.0/5

There is room for red meat in a healthy lifestyle. The key is choosing lean cuts and healthful cooking methods.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 4.1g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 23.4g | Calories: 230.8
Tangy Garlic-Citrus Parsley Sauce
Very Good 4.0/5

This sauce is great on grilled meats, and it makes enough for two meals. Try it on cooked pasta or roasted vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 68.1
Chicken Fajitas
Very Good 4.6/5

Cookbook creator says: sub par or basil for celantro

Submitted by NIGHTINGALE77

Carbs: 5g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 63.4
Banana Boat Smores
Very Good 4.8/5

Cookbook creator says: not diet

Submitted by KEVINKELLY

Carbs: 63.1g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 321.9
Grilled Cheese Pizza Sandwich
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: yummy low cal pizza use w thinwitches for even less carbs

Submitted by PUNKGIRL213

Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 234
Very Good 4.1/5

Carbs: 27.9g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 146
Slimmer Beef Stroganoff
Good 3.9/5

Cookbook creator says: Can't wait to try this! Maybe use extra firm tofu instead of beef?

Carbs: 42.4g | Fat: 24.1g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 30.9g | Calories: 514.5
 Mini Eggplant Pizzas
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: too much fat what can we do about that?

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

Carbs: 8.9g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 4.9g | Calories: 119.1
Cranberry-Almond Oatmeal Cookies
Good 3.7/5

Pumpkin is subbed for butter in this lowfat treat! Cranberries and almonds add flavor and nutrition!

Submitted by CMWELLS83

Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.6g | Calories: 64.3
Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Very Good 4.4/5

Cookbook creator says: hearty

Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 83.7
Very Good 4.7/5

Unbelievable cookie for under 100 calories each and made with whole wheat! You won't believe how good these are!!!

Submitted by 1MOMOF7

Carbs: 15.7g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 90.9
Apple Crisp
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

Carbs: 24.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 131.5
Tofu Chocolate Cake
Very Good 4.3/5

I know it sounds weird: chocolate cake and tofu, together? It's so tasty, and a much healthier way to eat cake!

Submitted by MEHICKS

Carbs: 35.8g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 189.5

Submitted by MISTY_NOELLE

Carbs: 14g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 67.5

Submitted by HELINA1986

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 24.7
Incredible! 5.0/5

One point per two cookies. Each batch makes 44 cookies.

Submitted by LKB2106

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 41.6
Coach Nicole's Yummy Hummus
Very Good 4.4/5

Use as a dip for veggies or a spread on pita and sandwiches.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 21.2g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 5.8g | Calories: 215.9
Spinach Feta Personal Pizza
Very Good 4.5/5

Yum! Try this quick and easy thin crust pizza.

Carbs: 37.7g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 12.9g | Calories: 275.8
Turkey Taco Salad
Good 3.9/5

This is a healthier spin on taco salad but you will still enjoy the great taste.

Submitted by KTDID525

Carbs: 25.9g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 25.3g | Calories: 293.1
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
Zesty Cranberry-Orange Relish
Very Good 4.3/5

Toss the canned cranberry jelly and use this homemade version instead. It's ready in no time, and it's full of healthy fruit!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 42.8
Herbed Bulgur and Lentil Salad
Very Good 4.2/5

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This salad is even better the longer it sits in the fridge, so we love to make a big batch of it and eat it throughout the week.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 4.8g | Calories: 159.2
Easy Zucchini Parmesan
Very Good 4.4/5

This quick and healthy snack takes minutes to prepare! And as a bonus, it's an easy way to get the kids to eat their vegetables.

Submitted by MATCM81

Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 51.6
Deviled Eggs
Very Good 4.3/5

Chef Meg lightened up a picnic and potluck favorite! Her secret ingredient (shh, don't tell!) is pickle juice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 85.3
Quinoa-Black Bean Casserole
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 31.7g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 9.1g | Protein: 13.8g | Calories: 204.5
Coach Nicole's Vegetarian Lentil Loaf
Good 3.8/5

A hearty, homecooked meal that everyone will love! Serve with steamed broccoli and sweet corn for a complete vegetarian meal.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 44.9g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 9.5g | Protein: 10.9g | Calories: 254.2
Banana Nut Granola
Very Good 4.4/5

I started making my own granola, and I wanted a recipe with no added fat.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 35.9g | Fat: 9.4g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 248.9
Eggplant Bake with Peppers and Mushrooms
Very Good 4.3/5

Submitted by LARAINE

Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 11.7g | Calories: 192.2
Carrot Pumpkin Bars
Very Good 4.5/5

Great for the fall holidays or just for a snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 131.6
Very Good 4.4/5

A lower-fat, lighter version of a favorite dessert.

Submitted by BANKGIRLCC

Carbs: 35.8g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 3.4g | Calories: 212
Vegetable-Packed Guacamole
Very Good 4.5/5

My favorite Mexican restaurant serves a guacamole that's heavy on vegetables--and flavor. To slim it down even more, serve with carrots, celery and cucumber slices.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 81.5
Seared Scallops with Minted Pea Puree
Very Good 4.6/5

Not only is this dish pretty on the plate, it's quick and easy to make.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 21.8g | Calories: 172.2
Good 3.4/5

Submitted by CHARLEBK

Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 89.9
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