After the pasta and onion are sautéed, the oil is drained to minimize the fat content of this interesting pilaf.

Everyone will love this simple dish that's full of flavor!

Submitted by SMOKINGSBADFORU

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

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

This is a quick meal you can throw together with your favorite fresh and/or frozen veggies. Eat as a main entree or serve with another protein, such as tofu or chicken.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

Rich and creamy, this risotto is full of whole grains and vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is my alternative to fried rice which uses no oil!

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch.

Submitted by JLPNURSE

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

Submitted by SLIMKATIE

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

Panzanella is an Italian salad that can be found on trendy bistro menus in the hot summer months. This salad was invented when times were tough, as a way to use up stale bread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

We've bumped up the nutrition--and kept all the flavor--of Pizza Margherita, the traditional Italian pizza with tomato, sliced mozzarella, basil, and olive oil.

Submitted by SPCOOKBOOK

This cornbread was a serendipitous success. I didn't have cornmeal but I had masa de harina (corn flour). As it turns out, masa de harina yields a light and fluffy cornbread!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

A double-hitter: Each portion has almost two servings of vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A budget version of the rustic Spanish favorite. An herbed-citrus olive pesto adds color and intensifies the flavor.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

OK, so Great Northern Beans are not "gigantes," but they yield a creamy, delicious dish. Use Greek gigantes beans if you have them for a more authentic dish.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

A flavorful and satisfying comfort food dish.

Submitted by FITGIRL83