Great on a hot day!

Submitted by BIGFATMOMMY

Eat this as your main dish! A whole lotta salad.

A sweet, light salad.

Submitted by PROWESS64

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

Submitted by JLPNURSE

You've never used ramen noodles like this before. Try this in place of traditional Kugel.

A healthy and filling middle eastern dip! Eat it as an appetizer or snack with some pita. Why buy your hummus ready made from the store, when you can make it yourself?

Submitted by GRANT_ME_WINGS

These bean cakes are yummy and great for you. Served with the salsa, it makes a very colorful and festive presentation. I serve these with a lite side salad. Plenty of protein and fiber. Even my meat loving hubby loves this meal.

Submitted by BCJL13

Easy and quick to make; Nutritious and Low Calorie; Cool and Refreshing!

Submitted by SHAREDFIELD

Brought To Your Kitchen From SparkPeople Member: LBBROCK195

"This is one of my favorites because it is easy, fast and simple and versatile. If you like brown rice, I recommend using it in this and all recipes. It takes a bit longer to cook but is worth the wait, for both nutrition and taste. There is an instant brown rice on the market now, too."

A great way to prepare for the evening meal by using the slow cooker.

Submitted by YVONNECP

A terrific dish when served over a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by SERRA55

A turkey sausage & rice dish--great comfort food.

Submitted by IRISHIDES

A tasty addition to your favorite spaghetti sauce or a great warm appetizer for a party.

Submitted by KEVINKELLY

lemons, juice, water and sugar - simple and delicious.

Submitted by LITTLECAP1

This is a crispier danish style dessert or snack

Submitted by MRSCORRIE

Family recipe passed to me from my grandmother

Submitted by SUPERTROUPERJEN

This is a batch recipe for pancakes with whole-foods basics, so they actually stick to your ribs rather than spiking your blood sugar!

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL

Simple whole foods make a creamy, filling, slightly sweet treat.

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL

Family favorite with healthier ingredients

Submitted by LEANLIVIN

Submitted by JILL4SHORT

A fun party finger food!

Submitted by RUNNELLERRUN

Tzatziki is a Greek and Turkish appetizer, also used as a sauce or dip. This recipe is perfect with Mediterranean dishes or anything else on a hot summer's day.

Submitted by LOULOUB

A light yet filling, easy summer salad that can be kept at room temperature. It's also something filling for the non-meat eaters. All around, a big hit!

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL

Super easy rice salad when you have some cooked brown rice.

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL

Cookbook creator says: Could bake in a solar cooker or haybox cooker! I will create a new version for my recipe box that has correct nutritional info.

Submitted by LILDINI

Orange and grapefruit add flavor and vitamin-C to this fiber rich bean salad.

Cookbook creator says: Substitute diced bell pepper -- maybe sauteed -- for the corn (lower carb, more digestible, & higher nutrition).

Submitted by TREENDABEAN

Cookbook creator says: I'm not sure why it needs to be cooked so long.

Submitted by QUABBIN

Cookbook creator says: Follow the idea, but use my own favorite cheesecake filling.

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

A refreshing, beautiful summer dinner salad. It is also packed with nutrients for your body!

Submitted by CTCLOUGH

Cookbook creator says: = 6 Tbsp butter

Submitted by STUDIGIRL

Easy slaw with no fatty mayonnaise.

Indian Kidney Beans

Submitted by LOTUS737

This is a wonderful fish recipe that is easy to make provided you keep a watchful eye on broiling time!

Submitted by KDGAUTHIER

A great side dish that complements any entree.

Submitted by VICKYGAYLE

In my old neighborhood, there was an amazing takeout place where I'd get Thai curry vegetables on a pretty regular basis. I didn't think I could make it, or make it healthfully for that matter - until this morning. I played around with what I had on hand and came up with the following recipe for tonight's dinner, with plenty to freeze for later cravings.

Submitted by ABSINTHEMINDED

Like grandma's only with healthier substitutes.

Submitted by MAMAO32001

Great for a party. It's actually something low fat to munch on!

Get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acid with this lime and ginger flavored salmon dish.

You can adjust any of the ingredients to suit your taste or to use leftovers from the fridge.

Submitted by CEOBRIEN5

For all you cabbage lovers--this may be the soup for you.

Submitted by WITTSEND

Classic chocolate chip cookies with slightly modified ingredients to make them healthier, yet just as tasty as the original.

Submitted by GINNYPENNY

Great for pasta, bread, recipes, etc.

Submitted by JENSHAINES

Low in fat because it doesn't use mayonnaise!

A recipe that is full of great taste and loaded with potassium.

Submitted by CHATTYCATHY2

This classic German stew is made with lean trimmed beef stew meat and cabbage.

Only 1 tablespoon of margarine is used to make the crumb topping of this tart and tangy fruit dessert that is cholesterol free and low sodium.

Submitted by JILL4SHORT

I love this stew! It is so easy and leaves me feeling satisfied. I use 3/4 cup as a serving. If it is too spicy for you, substitute a can of diced tomatoes for one of the diced tomatoes w/chilies.

At only 53 calories a piece, these soft cookies are sure to please!

Submitted by COOKINNANCY

I make this at thanksgiving time and its simply delicious and healthier and a lot less soduim than stove top or other boxed stuffing with seasonings

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

Use a multi-bean dry bean-and-barley mix for soup (with no flavorings) rather than the white beans the nutritional numbers are based on. I used smoked pork jowl (kind of like thick-cut bacon pieces). You could use a ham hock.

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL

Easy to make fancy, rich, & delicate cookie; impress your friends!

Submitted by MRSTEAL

Submitted by GNCRAZY

These mildly sweet muffins make great snacks during the fall and winter!

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Lentil soup with a kick. I use Rotel stewed tomatoes with peppers to give it a kick. I also don't add an additional oils.

Submitted by MAMAO32001

Great on whole-wheat crackers or even toast.

These bite-sized morsels are so savory and juicy they will explode in your mouth. Roasting them adds a depth and richness that transforms ordinary cooked vegetables into something elegant.

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

Cabbage is a great source of vitamin C!

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish!

Using low fat yogurt makes this healthier than other recipes.

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

Allrecipes.com

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL

Kasha (roasted buckwheat) is a whole grain with an appealing, nutty flavor. Look for it in the international section of your supermarket or a whole foods store.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

You've never used ramen noodles like this before.

You'll never miss the beef!

Submitted by SOCLOSEYETSOFAR

The use of canned pumpkin really packs a Vitamin A punch in these muffins.

It's not just boring broccoli and cheese . . .

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

Served cold or hot, these tangy yet sweet noodles are rich and tasty.

This makes an easy weekend brunch or quick breakfast.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

My kids never complain about eating both beans and greens in one meal when they're served alongside rich, slow-cooked pork.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This dish inspired by Costa Rican spices seems exotic, but it uses spices and ingredients you already have around the house: coffee, cocoa and cinnamon. You'll wonder why you've been relegating these flavorings to dessert!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Basic ramen coleslaw with no nuts, seeds, fruit, or vegetables. Less sugar & salt than the typical recipe.

Submitted by BARBARA_ELL