2 cups of this stew makes a filling and nutrutious lunch.

Submitted by REVASEAN

This delicious hearty pasta is a favorite in our house. High in fiber and in protein!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Simple, but flavorful.

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Submitted by UMMWALEED

Great on whole-wheat crackers or even toast.

Don't run out the door without breakfast! Grab a portable, delcious, and nutritious breakfast cookie.

Submitted by COFFEEBEANS

Betcha can't eat just one!

Submitted by 3CATSLEP

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

Submitted by RACHIELOO

This homemade alternative to store-bought granola bars, is a good source of protein, fiber and healthy fats. Tasty and so simple to make! A quarter cup of raisins (not included here) also make a yummy addition!

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

This sauce gets better over days, great for leftovers at the holidays.

Submitted by SPARKLING_WATER

Courtesy of the NLHB, part of the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services www.nhlbi.nih.gov

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.

Easy Side Dish Recipe

Submitted by PHOENIX53

Spicy & delicious. Serve over brown rice.

Submitted by TAMI39

Makes an interesting dessert.

A spicy/sweet marinade with watermelon and jalapenos. It is wonderful with pork, especially grilled pork kebabs (see separate recipe)

Submitted by MSILVERNAIL

A heart-healthy one-dish meal that is made with lean top round beef, lots of vegetables, and a spicy, herb mixture.

This quick and easy lunch only uses 5 simple ingredients!

Submitted by MGRIFFITH32

I made this soup after trying a similar one at a restaurant. Theirs had fewer tomatoes, no beans and white rice. I wanted to add more nutrition, so I added spinach, a green pepper and more tomatoes, and I use white meat chicken instead of dark. Beans and brown rice add fiber. This new soup is a good compromise of taste and time

An easy snack everyone can enjoy!

Submitted by LUZYPE

It's the perfect time of year for this recipe! Sweet potatoes are one of the most delicious (and nutritious!) winter comfort foods, and the warm maple syrup flavor of this dish is the perfect complement to cold weather. Choose medium sweet potatoes with firm, unblemished skins — they'll have the best flavor!

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

I love this as my main dish but you can add some grilled chicken if you just can't live without meat! It makes great leftovers to take to work for lunch too.

Submitted by GINGERKISS

Eggcellent use of left over ham. Can make the night before and refrigerate and pop in the oven for a delicous hot breakfast.

Submitted by DISPATCH91

Comfort food without the guilt!

Submitted by GVMEMOMENT

Start before work, ready to eat later

Submitted by CHIHUAHUAMAMA

easy

Submitted by WIEBS47

This is a great tasting spinach and artichoke side dish. Make it even more healthy with fat free mayo and sour cream and a butter substitute.

Submitted by TAHLON

Refrigerate overnight to let flavors really jazz it up!

Submitted by VALIBABA

This is a quick vegetarian entree.

Submitted by PATTK1220

Try our zesty take on this dinner table tradition.

The dill and sour cream give this sauce a nice kick. Great way to get in one of your servings of fish during the week!

Submitted by MRS.FELICITY

This citrusy rice contains almonds, celery, and onions, but no added salt for a flavorful low sodium side dish.

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

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

Submitted by COOKINNANCY

Great for the fall holidays! Or just for a healthy snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

Frozen bananas rival soft serve when given a whirl in the food processor. Trust us, it's AMAZING: no fat, no cholesterol, no added sugar, just creamy and sweet bananas!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

These cookies will be a family favorite!

Submitted by LUNJEN

adapted from a Rachael Ray recipe

Submitted by SHOWERS2FLOWERS

A spicy side dish-a great compliment to any meal.

Submitted by MOLLYMCCLURE

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

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

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

Lasagna featuring portabello mushrooms, spinach, and zucchini noodles.

Submitted by AUDETER

Like crab cakes -- but with salmon!

Submitted by JCOOKSON

This bread is tasty and low in fat

Submitted by PUNKIN7743

The perfect soup to warm your belly on a cold night or soothe you when you're sick.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

One word: DELICIOUS! My husband, 4 and 5 year old couldn't get enough! This is my version of a cooking light recipe.

Submitted by JFALGIATANO

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.

This low-fat cranberry orange bread is particularly nice served warm. It makes a perfect sweet snack. Since it uses only a small quantity of oil, the texture is cake-like and very satisfying.

Submitted by CONNIECOOLCHICK

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

I usually go for the more complicated recipes, assuming that the more ingredients and preparation steps, the better. This recipe has changed the way I look at simplicity when it comes to cooking. Fancy spices be darned--this is the only way I'll cook salmon any more!

Submitted by VRAKLIS

This colorful low-sodium cholesterol-free vegetable baked dish is prepared without any added fat.

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

Submitted by CMWELLS83

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG