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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
Crustless Spinach, Onion and Feta Quiche
Very Good 4.5/5

Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides.

Submitted by JENNLOVE

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 132.9
Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Vegetables
Very Good 4.3/5

Try using an English Cut Beef Roast. It is economical and flavorful. This cut of meat comes from the shoulder or neck area of the animal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.1g | Fat: 9.3g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 43.9g | Calories: 349.8
BLT Potato Snacks
Good 3.9/5

A lighter take on a pub favorite! For extra veggies, top with chopped tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 128.4
Chicken-Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, leave the forks in the cabinet and bring out the chopsticks!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.7g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 18.7g | Calories: 156.2
Baked Egg Cups
Very Good 4.5/5

This makes an easy weekend brunch or quick breakfast.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

Carbs: 0.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 125.6
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
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
Mini Sweet Potato Tarts
Very Good 4.3/5

Try these light and low-fat personal pies for dessert during the fall. They're a great substitute for pumpkin pie or sweet potato casserole.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 151
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
Noodles with Easy Peanut Sauce
Very Good 4.1/5

This quick and easy meal is a hit with kids. If they can't tolerate spicy foods, reduce or omit the sriracha.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 35.3g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 26.4g | Calories: 287.1
Roasted Root Vegetables
Very Good 4.4/5

This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest.



Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 82.1
This recipe has been marked private.
Panzanella (Bread and Tomato Salad)
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 26.5g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 6.6g | Calories: 224.3
Chicken Carnival Cones
Very Good 4.5/5

A recipe enjoyed by EVERYONE! (From the popular Australian website and cookbooks, "4 Ingredients")

Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

Carbs: 29.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 17.9g | Calories: 228
Eggplant Napoleon
Good 3.7/5

This recipe was inspired by moussaka, eggplant Parmesan and lasagna. The result is a light and tasty meatless meal that makes any night a special occasion.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27.4g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 6.6g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 232.4
Mini Cheesecakes
Very Good 4.5/5

Who can resist thick, creamy decadent cheesecake? Try this low-fat version in the single serving size.

Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 120.6
Garlic-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Very Good 4.4/5

This super-simple vinaigrette is delicious on salads or drizzled over cooked vegetables or grilled fish.

Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

Carbs: 2.1g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 82.1
Empty the Pantry Stew
Very Good 4.1/5

I love this stew because it can be made from your pantry and freezer. I always keep red potatoes, turkey sausage, and beans on hand. It's great for those nights when you just don't want to brave the cold to go to the supermarket.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 35g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 8.9g | Protein: 11.5g | Calories: 223.5
2-Bean Sweet Potato Chili
Very Good 4.4/5

This vegetarian chili uses some secret tricks to boost the flavor without adding calories!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 47.8g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 21.9g | Protein: 12.8g | Calories: 207.6
Kitchen Basics: Perfect Boiled Eggs
Very Good 4.1/5

Boiled eggs is a misnomer; the best boiled eggs are simmered gently then steeped to keep them tender, not rubbery.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 6.2g | Calories: 70
This recipe has been marked private.
Nutty Baked Apples with Raisins
Very Good 4.4/5

What a sweet warm treat for a cold afternoon! This dish is like having a piece of apple pie but without the large amount of fat and carbs from the dough. The oats inside will trick your mind into thinking that you did just eat pie!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 22.1g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 0.6g | Calories: 119.8
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
Simply Dressed® Heirloom Tomato Salad
Very Good 4.1/5

There's nothing like the rich, juicy flavor of fresh tomatoes. That flavor is used to full advantage in this salad, which includes heirloom tomatoes, corn, onions, mozzarella and Simply Dressed® Balsamic Salad Dressing. This recipe is from a SparkPeople sponsor.

Submitted by SIMPLY_DRESSED

Carbs: 17g | Fat: 22.4g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 14.6g | Calories: 313.2
Better than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 25.5g | Calories: 171.7
Roasted Chicken with Herb Oil
Very Good 4.5/5

Roasted chicken is a simple and versatile protein. Use it in soups, throw it on pasta or pair it with a simple salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.2g | Fat: 22.6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 46.7g | Calories: 405.1
Garden Vegetable Frittata
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 7.6g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 10.5g | Calories: 148.8
Pumpkin Dip
Good 3.9/5

Try this dip on a toasted whole-wheat bagel at breakfast or with apple slices or whole-grain crackers for a snack. It's even good with carrots.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.6g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 30.7
Tex Mex Calzones
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 29.2g | Fat: 14.1g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 47.7g | Calories: 413.7
Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad
Very Good 4.4/5

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar Salad.

Carbs: 7.4g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 31.7g | Calories: 196.1
Easy Vegetable Enchiladas
Very Good 4.3/5

Though we loaded up on the veggies, we didn't skip on the good stuff!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 59.8g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 14.6g | Protein: 17.6g | Calories: 356.6
Citrus Cheesecake
Very Good 4.3/5

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 177
Carrot-Cranberry Salad
Good 3.8/5

Kid prepared and approved! I am always looking for a salad that my kids can make and then devour. This is a winner for kids and moms.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.6g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 86.8
Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers
Very Good 4.4/5

Who says you have to serve fajitas in a flour tortilla? Instead of serving peppers in the fajitas, I serve fajitas in a roasted pepper!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 30.5g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 31.8g | Calories: 339.1
Better Berry Muffins
Very Good 4.1/5

Raspberry, strawberry, blueberry, blackberry--choose any berry you want. You can't go wrong with these healthy, tasty muffins.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33.2g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 137.1
Simple Quinoa and Vegetables
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 38.4g | Fat: 13.1g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 7.4g | Calories: 294.9
Chicken Tostadas with Corn and Peppers
Very Good 4.3/5

Tostadas top tacos in our book: This knife-and-fork meal lets you pile on more (healthy) toppings!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 24.2g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 24.7g | Calories: 263
Grilled Vegetable Calzones
Good 3.8/5

These calzones can be made from start to finish on the backyard grill. You'll love the rich and creamy filling!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 40.4g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 6.4g | Protein: 11g | Calories: 239.9
Light and Creamy Cole Slaw
Good 3.5/5

It'll be our little secret that this recipe isn't high in fat. It's so creamy no one will ever know!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 8.3g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 51.8
Zucchini Carrot Cake
Good 3.3/5

With the abundance of zucchini in summertime, zucchini cakes are a popular seasonal treat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 23.1g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 144.8
Homemade Peanut Butter
Very Good 4.3/5

Making homemade peanut butter is easy, as long as you have a good blender or food processor.

Carbs: 7.9g | Fat: 19.9g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 229
Broccoli-Raisin Salad with Chickpeas
Very Good 4.4/5

Broccoli salad is a summertime party staple. This version is healthier--with plenty of flavor from almonds and raisins!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 41.2g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 11.8g | Protein: 12.3g | Calories: 246.1
Spicy Pickled Watermelon Rind
Good 3.7/5

Did you know that watermelon rind was edible? It is--we use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer layer first, then we pickle it!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 8.1g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 32.4
Slow Cooker Lasagna
Very Good 4.2/5

What a great dish for one of those nights when your kids have a late soccer game! Brown the meat, layer in the ingredients, set your slow cooker on low, and go! From "The SparkPeople Cookbook: Love Your Food, Lose the Weight."

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 24.8g | Calories: 271
Easy Whole Wheat Flatbread
Very Good 4.5/5

Chewy, homemade flatbread makes any meal seem special. Use in place of pitas, bread, or crackers!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 15.9g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 5.4g | Calories: 84.5
Peppermint-Dark Chocolate Slice and Bake Cookies
Very Good 4.0/5

Move over, gingerbread. There's a new favorite treat on the holiday cookie tray!

Submitted by PHULLER

Carbs: 5.9g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.6g | Calories: 55.3
Cranberry-Almond Oatmeal Cookies
Good 3.6/5

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
This recipe has been marked private.
This recipe has been marked private.
Kitchen Basics: Buttermilk Biscuits
Very Good 4.3/5

This Southern staple gets a dose of fiber--with half of the fat of the original. Make a double batch over the weekend and freeze for the busy weekday mornings.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 104.4
Peppercorn Steak with Herbed Blue Cheese
Very Good 4.7/5

A steakhouse quality supper ready in under 10 minutes!

Submitted by SPCOOKBOOK

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 18.2g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 18.5g | Calories: 245.8
Loaded Potato Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

My family loves potato soup but I prefer loaded baked potatoes. With this recipe, everyone wins!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 32g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 4.9g | Calories: 167.9
Three-Cheese Macaroni from 'The SparkPeople Cookbook'
Very Good 4.1/5

Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 259.6
Slow Cooker Marinara Chicken and Vegetables
Very Good 4.2/5

Chef Meg made over a versatile member recipe by adding extra vegetables and reducing the sodium. Serve with a side salad or over whole wheat pasta or brown rice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.9g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 27g | Calories: 175.9
Grilled Garlic Citrus Flank Steak
Very Good 4.1/5

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
Sweet and Spicy Cornbread with Chipotle-Honey Butter
Good 3.3/5

Dress up packaged cornbread with sweet honey-roasted corn and spicy jalapenos. The chipotle-honey butter adds even more flavor for little effort.

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Carbs: 23.2g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 4.1g | Calories: 234.7
Roasted Salmon with Apple-Almond Pesto
Good 3.6/5

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

Carbs: 14.3g | Fat: 13.9g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 31g | Calories: 302.5
Broiled Tilapia Parmesan
Very Good 4.7/5

Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan!

Submitted by RACHIELOO

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.6g | Calories: 194.5
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
Lean Philly Cheesesteak
Very Good 4.3/5

We re-created one of our favorite regional specialties: the Philly cheesesteak.

Submitted by SPARKSOLUTION

Carbs: 19.8g | Fat: 12.3g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 38.8g | Calories: 340.5
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