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Very Good 4.2/5

Higher in Protein & Fiber and lower in Fat and Carbs than regular pancakes!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Carbs: 17.7g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 10.7g | Calories: 126.2
Very Good 4.0/5

A tasty dip that's great when watching the big game or appetizers before dinner.

Submitted by SCAMINO

Carbs: 7g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 16.7g | Calories: 179.4
Very Good 4.3/5

A wonderful snack that's easy to make.

Submitted by DAWNMH71

Carbs: 23.9g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 6.7g | Calories: 123.1
Very Good 4.3/5

Carbs: 4.5g | Fat: 13.9g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 31.2g | Calories: 271.9
Good 3.7/5

A quick, easy and healthy meal in minutes!

Submitted by DEFREYTAG

Carbs: 2.1g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 16.2g | Calories: 129.7
Chicken Escondido
Very Good 4.3/5

Quick and easy chicken dish that looks and tastes like you went to a lot of work.

Submitted by CARPROTH

Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 10.2g | Protein: 36.2g | Calories: 352.9
Very Good 4.3/5

Zesty turkey burgers with Feta cheese

Submitted by CDAWSON

Carbs: 0.1g | Fat: 6.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 15.3g | Calories: 118.3
Very Good 4.2/5

Low fat sloppy joes that don't skimp on flavor!

Submitted by RHG2525

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 16.3g | Calories: 191.4
Very Good 4.2/5

Using a slow cooker makes this recipe as easy as it is tasty!

Carbs: 27.2g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 0.8g | Calories: 114.7
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Stew
Very Good 4.7/5

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.

Carbs: 17.9g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 7.8g | Calories: 115.8
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Good 3.8/5

rich macaroni and cheese explodes with flavor for two-thirds of the dish's usual fat content.

Submitted by BSING46

Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 165.7
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by LADYBUGJAMI

Carbs: 12.6g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 121.8

Carbs: 55.5g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 6.2g | Calories: 298.6
Very Good 4.2/5

A taste of heaven in a glass

Submitted by LIZZIEE

Carbs: 41.9g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 6g | Protein: 7.9g | Calories: 228.5
Very Good 4.0/5

These miniature sweet potato pies feature a topping made with hazelnuts, although any nut will work.

Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 78.2
Very Good 4.6/5

Delicious and Easy

Submitted by KRISKOVA

Carbs: 31.6g | Fat: 2.3g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 144.9
Frozen Pudding Pops
Very Good 4.4/5

Creamy pudding makes fantastic frozen treats.

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 35.3
Very Good 4.1/5

A low fat version of an all-time favorite.

Submitted by GGKIDS7

Carbs: 16.9g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 96.9
Good 3.8/5

Sweeten up with this yummy side dish.

Carbs: 22.2g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 8.1g | Calories: 154.3
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
Shrimp Scampi
Very Good 4.3/5

A delicious way to start a meal!

Submitted by DSTENORE

Carbs: 3.4g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 23.6g | Calories: 201
Breaded Chicken Parmesan
Very Good 4.4/5

The same great taste of the Italian favorite, but this one is good for you!

Submitted by CONNIE563

Carbs: 13.6g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 17.2g | Calories: 166.8
Garlic Pita Chips
Very Good 4.5/5

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

Carbs: 17.8g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 126
Chocolate Cinnamon Bread Pudding
Very Good 4.2/5

When the craving for chocolate hits, try this Chocolate-Cinnamon Bread Pudding. The warm melted chocolate makes it a definite comfort food, while the whole wheat bread and evaporated skim milk adds to its nutritional punch.

Carbs: 82.4g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 15g | Calories: 427.5
Very Good 4.6/5

Lite and healthy version of Veal Osso Buco

Submitted by ALLISONO

Carbs: 25.3g | Fat: 9.3g | Fiber: 5.9g | Protein: 36.6g | Calories: 342.9
Very Good 4.2/5

A guiltless dinner favorite that's sure to please!

Carbs: 56g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 9.1g | Protein: 15.2g | Calories: 317.3
Mexican Rice, Seitan and Veggies over Salad Greens with Guacamole
Good 3.7/5

Seitan is sauted with cumin, tossed with roasted veggies and rice, then topped with a very rich guacamole for those days that you just have to have something a little extravagant

Submitted by MADDY_AVENA

Carbs: 56.1g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 9.6g | Protein: 20.3g | Calories: 380.7
Very Good 4.2/5

Try with brown rice.

Carbs: 34.8g | Fat: 9.2g | Fiber: 7.3g | Protein: 19.5g | Calories: 275.5
Very Good 4.3/5

A yummy side dish to serve with pork or chicken.

Submitted by ANNIEBNANNIE

Carbs: 34.7g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 6.8g | Calories: 210
Very Good 4.5/5

Carbs: 6.7g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 24.3g | Calories: 157.2
Red Hot Fusilli
Very Good 4.2/5

This lively low-saturated fat pasta dish contains lots of tomatoes and herbs and very little oil.

Carbs: 30.2g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 33.3g | Calories: 311.7
Very Good 4.4/5

Try our version of this spicy south-western favorite.

Carbs: 54g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 8.7g | Protein: 20.7g | Calories: 370.3
Very Good 4.3/5

Here's a decadent dessert that's good for you!

Submitted by SPARK728

Carbs: 30.3g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 1.6g | Calories: 131.4
Very Good 4.3/5

A very moist and luscious cake.

Submitted by ROXIANNA3

Carbs: 35.2g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 151.4
Very Good 4.2/5

A rich dessert that chocolate lovers will fall for.

Submitted by AH32605

Carbs: 33.8g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 199.2
Fruit Pizza
Very Good 4.3/5

When looking for something stunning to serve at the next spring or summer gathering, try this quick and easy fruit pizza. It makes a delicious, refreshing dessert and a colorful centerpiece.

Carbs: 39g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 247.6
Shelley's Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Very Good 4.4/5

This recipe makes quite a bit, so you can take half of the remaining chicken mixture and sauce and make soup. See "sour cream chicken enchilada soup" that I also submitted.

Submitted by SKEYDOO

Carbs: 40.1g | Fat: 12.4g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 31.7g | Calories: 392.1
Spicy Baked Sweet Potato “Fries”
Very Good 4.5/5

A healthy alternative to an American favorite.

Carbs: 16.4g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 117.6
Asian Chicken Salad
Very Good 4.3/5

This healthy, hearty salad is packed full of fruit AND vegetables.

Carbs: 17.5g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 10.9g | Calories: 165.5
Chicken Tikka Masala
Very Good 4.1/5

A traditional and very popular Indian chicken dish which is bursting full of flavour and colour

Submitted by PSDAHRI

Carbs: 12.3g | Fat: 16.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 43g | Calories: 370.2
Very Good 4.4/5

Green beans and onions are lightly sautéed in only 1 tablespoon of oil.

Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 81.3
Citrus Mahi Mahi
Good 3.8/5

This is a nice twist on a not-too-fishy fish.

Submitted by GLITTERFAIRY77

Carbs: 3.2g | Fat: 15.1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 20.8g | Calories: 224.6
Tzatziki (yogurt dip)
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 3.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 20
Veggie Pizza on Whole Wheat Crust with Feta and Mozzarella Cheeses
Very Good 4.3/5

A kickin' vegetarian pizza! Extra-good, 'cause it's made on a whole wheat crust!

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

Carbs: 19g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 176.5
Very Good 4.3/5

Ranch dip for veggies and chips, healthy style!

Submitted by CATNAP31

Carbs: 2.1g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 23.6
Very Good 4.4/5

An attempt at a lowfat version of Pad Thai. Try it--you'll love it.

Submitted by KALIPURNA

Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 15.9g | Calories: 235.7
Chicken and Creamy Curry Wrap
Good 3.9/5

Chicken and a savory sauce wrapped up.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*

Carbs: 20.5g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 11.1g | Protein: 32.7g | Calories: 287.2
Low Fat Dark Chocolate Muffins
Very Good 4.6/5

These muffins are sweet and chocolatey; you'd never guess they're low fat

Submitted by SBMMYERS

Carbs: 38.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 3.9g | Calories: 216.9
Very Good 4.1/5

Great alternative to the usual breakfast fare.

Carbs: 29.8g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 12.9g | Calories: 259.6
Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Very Good 4.4/5

I don't like fish much, but I love this recipe! I think the sauce can be used with other fish/seafood.

Submitted by JENNAGUERRA

Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 128.5
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Roast
Very Good 4.7/5

A very easy way to make pulled pork in the slow cooker. This is a tangy BBQ type sauce.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 11.7g | Fat: 11.9g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 32.4g | Calories: 298.2
Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Very Good 4.4/5

These add a hearty side to any meal.

Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 83.7
Coach Nicole's Chewy Oat & Nut Granola Bars
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 39.6g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 220.4
Vegetarian Black Bean Cakes with Orange-Basil Salsa
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 13.6g | Protein: 14.2g | Calories: 294.2
Very Good 4.5/5

Make your own popcicles.

Carbs: 8.7g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 35.6
Very Good 4.3/5

Baked potatoes stuffed with seasoned cottage cheese are a lavish low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-sodium treat.

Carbs: 15.4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 6.6g | Protein: 9.3g | Calories: 109.7
Taco Soup
Very Good 4.3/5

Top this soup with toasted tortilla strips and serve with lime wedges and avocado slices.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 24.3g | Fat: 13.7g | Fiber: 6.5g | Protein: 20.6g | Calories: 290.7
 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
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
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
Orange Juice Fizz
Very Good 4.1/5

This is the perfect nutritious pick-me-up. Leftover shake can be frozen in pop molds or 5 oz paper cups with popsicle sticks.

Carbs: 13.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.6g | Calories: 51.6
Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Submitted by GINNYPENNY

Carbs: 17.5g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 148.7
Lime Shrimp
Very Good 4.2/5

A tasty shrimp dish, that's great for entertaining.

Submitted by VBENNETT6287

Carbs: 2.2g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 16.3g | Calories: 84.4
20 Minute Chicken Creole
Very Good 4.0/5

This quick Southern dish contains no added fat and very little added salt in its spicy tomato sauce.

Carbs: 20.7g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 33.3g | Calories: 255.4
Sesame Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

A slimmed-down version of sesame chicken from PF Chang's and other Chinese restaurants.

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Carbs: 7g | Fat: 17.5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 28.3g | Calories: 298.8
Beef and Broccoli
Very Good 4.3/5

This recipe is better (and better-for-you) than takeout!

Submitted by TAM101

Carbs: 66g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 34.9g | Calories: 453
Very Good 4.1/5

Replacing cream with tofu makes this decadent pasta dish a welcome addition to any healthy diet.

Carbs: 23.3g | Fat: 12.6g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 16.1g | Calories: 268.3
Hearty Veggie-Filled Beef Stew
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 20.6g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 43.7g | Calories: 384.7
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
Beth's Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Very Good 4.1/5

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

Carbs: 16.1g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 92.2
Pong Pong Pork Chops
Very Good 4.3/5

Pork chops in a peanut sauce.

Submitted by ONCEMORE2006

Carbs: 7.5g | Fat: 16.3g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 24.3g | Calories: 270.5
Crispy Baked Egg Rolls
Very Good 4.4/5

Use coleslaw mix to make a quick & easy treat! Eat as a snack, side, or a meal.

Submitted by HARV47

Carbs: 13.9g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 91.2
SP_Stepf's Skinny Cheese Fondue
Very Good 4.2/5

This is a slimmed down version of one of my favorite party foods--cheese fondue. Mashed cannellini beans slim down the recipe but keep a thick and luscious texture!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 7.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 9.7g | Calories: 139.2
Very Good 4.4/5

Spruce up any salad with this creamy dressing! It's spicy but not at all hot! Drizzle over salads, grilled chicken or fish. Use in place of sour cream on tacos or use as base for a pasta salad.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 4.8g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 34.2
Very Good 4.3/5

Combine black beans with fresh vegetables to make a fiber-rich vegetarian friendly salad.

Carbs: 40.4g | Fat: 14.7g | Fiber: 13.1g | Protein: 13.1g | Calories: 332.7
Black Bean Chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

An easy slow cooker recipe that the family will enjoy!

Submitted by LOSER1231

Carbs: 40g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 13g | Protein: 30.8g | Calories: 298.9
Hummus
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Carbs: 9.4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 69.3
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
Very Good 4.1/5

A great dip to take to a party or have at a small get together. Wonderful with rye bread or crackers.

Submitted by TRIDELT1076

Carbs: 1.9g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 7.2g | Calories: 42.4
Chicken & Asparagus Pasta
Very Good 4.1/5

A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for any night of the week.

Submitted by LILYANN2

Carbs: 25.4g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 14.3g | Calories: 207.6
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