Fruit is often a back-up ingredient or side dish at dinnertime, but it gets a co-starring role in this meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Hearty and Filling!

Submitted by CHALIGAL155

My rendition of classic chicken cacciatore, designed for us bariatric patients and people who want a more reasonable dish. Yes, there is olive oil in it, but its a healthier oil and the flavor that it brings to the dish cant be duplicated otherwise. Enjoy!

Submitted by WOADWOLF

Delicious breakfast or snack-high protien!!

Submitted by CHALIGAL155

great breakfast smoothie

Submitted by CJ_SKINNY_JEANS

Submitted by JOSI1959

A nice flavorful slow cooker meal that is enjoyed by my family.

Submitted by JO11YMON

A lower fat alterative to sausage gravy.

Submitted by ARKMASONS

Original recipe calls for regular breakfast sausage, such as Jimmy Dean. But I found this substitute to taste just as good and much less fat and healthier. A great grab and go breakfast. Make ahead and wrap individually in the refridge, micro for 30 seconds on high and go!!

Submitted by PUSHWAIT

variation of stuffed cabbage

Submitted by ROSEANNF

Simple and DELICIOUS Chicken Adobo. Serves 1

Submitted by POPCORNPUNCH

Take this simple, savory breakfast on the go!

Submitted by MEYLOSE

This recipe was a finalist in the SparkPeople Un-Chained Recipe Contest!

I chose to re-make the Crunchwrap Supreme from Taco Bell because Taco Bell used to be one of my favorite fast food restaurants. Also, it is still my boyfriend's favorite fast food chain and nearly every time he goes there, he will order a crunchwrap supreme.

The funny thing is that most Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes are fairly simple to make... so I knew that it would be fun, delicious, and not too challenging to re-make this item!

Submitted by KALORIE-KILLAH

You'll love these cheesy yet healthy enchiladas!

Submitted by TALESIN

I love Chili's Southwestern Eggrolls. They have so much tasty stuff in them, but I hate the fact they are deep fried. I added more beans and corn and then put them in the broiler for crunch.
These are great made ahead of time and *frozen for a quick meal or a fun snack for the big game. I make a double batch so I can freeze some for later.

Submitted by RONDARC

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

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Oh, Quesadilla Explosion Salad! How I love you!
I have eaten plenty of these at Chili's and was "Oh so surprised!" to see it listed as #2 on the 10 worst restaurant salads! Number T-O-O! Too much fat, Too many calories, Too many points!

It's a salad! How can it be so bad for you?

Something had to be done! This is my response. I have also created recipes for the various ingredients used in this salad. They are named as they appear in the list of ingredients. Feel free to use them or your own. Beware the nutrition data of this salad will change if you use another version.

Submitted by LILDVA

My family loves to eat pancakes at Perkins and IHOP, but they are so unhealthy. I wanted a pancake that would provide better nutrition, so I developed this recipe instead. This has become a family favorite--even my teenagers love them! They are easy to make and taste so good, they are my "go to" breakfast when we have company.

Submitted by CASE4GRACE

My Gramma Willie taught me how to make this sauce years ago. It's the only way I make Alfredo now (though I use unsweetened soy milk instead of skim milk). Serve with grilled chicken, broccoli and pasta.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Chef Meg's Beef Roast becomes a full dinner, complete with two servings of vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

So good, you'll think someone brought home takeout!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a great basic to always have on hand! Instead of spending money on expensive, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, make your own.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Chef Meg lightened up a picnic and potluck favorite! Her secret ingredient (shh, don't tell!) is pickle juice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

This meal is great...I call it comfort food for the soul. It's great as a left over too.

Submitted by PUNKIN7743

This was another recipe but I don't like having the same meat two meals in a row so I used chicken breasts that I chopped up instead of the ground turkey that the other recipe used. It was very easy to prepare and very good to eat. Not like the traditional pot pie from Stouffers but hey it works and it satisfied my comfort food need. I also changed the #of servings as the other recipe says this is to make 8 servings and it just was not quite enough to feel an unsatisfied stomach. I therefore would normally eat two servings as many others would. It is a full meal in itself and you don't need to add anything to it other than a glass of Ice Water and you are good to go.

Submitted by DADDYSLILKITTEN

This roasted chicken gets its sticky coating from the juices it releases while being baked.

These are great for a night where you just have to have nachos, but with a lot less fuss and fat.

Submitted by PHOTOGIRLME

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

Submitted by BSING46

Submitted by 2BHOTT

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

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

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

A yummy side dish to serve with pork or chicken.

Submitted by ANNIEBNANNIE

These spicy and moist pork chops are made with no added fat, egg whites, evaporated skim milk, and a lively herb mixture.

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! Cooking fish or chicken in parchment-paper packets is a technique known as en papillote.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

South Beach phase one

Submitted by ANGELCANUCK

Let the slow cooker bring out all the flavors of the spices in this dish!

Submitted by KASHMIR

Easy to Make and healthy

Submitted by MREIMANN

Mediterranean Pasta that's healthy and takes only 20 minutes to make. My daughter and husband loves this and they don't even know it's a "healthy" recipe.

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

Submitted by HARV47

There is almost no fat in this recipe. Recipe can be doubled to 48-52 shrimp which is enough to feed a crowd! Cooking time is estimated depending on the size of the shrimp. Serve with pineapple or a fruit salsa.

Submitted by GETSANGEL

High Protein, low carb, very satisfying, quick and easy to make.

Submitted by RMSTOW

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Submitted by CARLIE72

A savory twist on corn bread.

Submitted by JODIEMONSON

great for your own variation! change/add veggies or the amount of chicken.
i made this from taking ideas from 2 other recipes.
very yummy. i used only 2 chicken breasts when i made it, because i have such a small slow cooker and there was ALOT of sauce, so you can add more chicken with out changing the amount of other ingredients. the nutrient info is for 3 chicken breasts, 5 servings. i served this over whole wheat pasta ( not included in the calculations) there is plenty of this with just 2 chicken breasts. might also go well over rice or egg noodles. you can also use a whole 8 oz of fat free or 1/3 fat cream cheese, i did half and half (as is the nutrition info)

Submitted by TIFANIEMARIE

Good way to use leftover turkey or chicken

Submitted by PUALANI1

NOTE: The high salt content is due to the pickling process. Most of the salt is rinsed off!
Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish made from a variety of vegetables, which are salted and then mixed with hot pepper flakes, onion, garlic and spices.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Traditional recipe for Korean style KimChi. So many healthful benifits, never mind the sodium!

Submitted by LADYBAILEY

Submitted by R2WHITE

Very kid friendly and reminiscent of potato pancakes

Submitted by CONCEPTUAL_TEA

Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

This is one of our family favorites! Although it's pretty low in calories and fat (for fettuccine alfredo), it has plenty of flavor. This looks really good, too, so we make it sometimes when company comes. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Submitted by MOPSMOM3

I found this on FoodNetwork.com. It's got a very light flavor to it, but at the same time is very flavorful. I love it in the summer, but its good anytime.

Submitted by JAZZIKINSWS

This easy low-fat and low calorie nutritionally packed chicken noodle soup will warm your stomach any time of year. Eat it will a piece of crusty bread.

Submitted by SWIXON1

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

Submitted by LILYANN2

Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.

This Mexican pizza is a tasty alternative to traditional pizza. Add grilled chicken or cooked shrimp to change this up!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Had this particular dressing at Beef O'Brady's and needed to find a way to make my own. It is delish!

Submitted by KILLERSTAR

It's no surprise that American cooks have adopted Asian peanut sauce as their own. The tantalizing balance of creaminess and heat has universal appeal.

Submitted by LOVITAR

Faster, cheaper and just as rich and delicious but so much more healthy than the restaurant versions. Try substituting the unsweetened chocolate Almond Breeze almond milk for a chocolately treat.

Submitted by MRSDUDLEY

Y-U-M-M-Y........one of my favorites at PF Chang's....the Soothing Chicken Lettuce Wraps!!! I've made them here with extra lean turkey, but you could easily substitute ground chicken or tofu for the turkey and add any vegetables of your choice. This recipe will leave you saying...."PF who???"

Submitted by MRSDUDLEY

This is (a) an improvement on Corner Bakery Cafe's Mom's Chicken Noodle Soup; (b) a large pot of vitamin-rich, naturally sweet, nutritious, chicken soup that (c) is very easy to make, (d) freezes well, (e) feeds about a dozen hungry people, and (f) I make throughout the year after having and making many different variations on a theme for many years

Although it can take a little time to get the chicken off the bones, it's SO worth it! Also, if you don't want to use a whole chicken or shredding it just isn't your thing, you can use chicken parts or whole breasts instead, cut off the big chunks, and dice or shred them. They'll take less cooking time, too.

There's nothing better for you, especially when ONLY chicken soup will do! It's not ambrosia (nectar of the gods), but it's as close as I can get! I appreciate your feedback and input. Enjoy! SparkPeople rocks my world! Nancy, a/k/a KEEPITMOVING

Submitted by KEEPITMOVING

This is one of my family's favorvites...it's requested often and Weight Watchers Friendly...only 4 POINTS per serving.

Submitted by SHUFTILL

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

Easy to cook. Left overs are great cold the next day.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

I can't get enough of this easy recipe; it's ready in 15 minutes!The still-runny egg yolk adds a creaminess to the sauce and perfectly mixes with the spinach.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Ready in just 20 minutes.

A dish from Peru

Submitted by MAMACASTRO

Fish & Vegetables

Submitted by CUZIMTHEMOM106

Submitted by LCARULLA

Chicken fajitas with lots of vegetables and a delicious flavor from the addition of spices, garlic, cilantro and lime. Pairs well with tortillas and pico de gallo.

Submitted by NIGHTINGALE77

All the flavour and none of the fat, this is a favourite in my house and I'm sure it will become a favourite in yours and with only 6.0 grams of fat per serve, you can afford to eat this. I hope that anyone who tries this enjoys it as much as my family does.

Submitted by DIET.FIASCO

This is a basic but delicious french toast recipe that won't do any damage to your diet!

Submitted by ELIZABETHE01

My mom gave me this recipe. She eats it daily. It is very tasty! I started losing weight after adding it to my regular diet. Sometimes I add hot sauce to spice it up a bit! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Submitted by KITKATK

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

Submitted by PSDAHRI

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

Easy crock pot meal. Tastes great over brown rice (not included in calorie count).

Submitted by -AMANDA79-

Very filling and tasty chicken and potatoes with gravy meal. Serves great with a green salad on the side.
You can make this even healthier by using a reduced fat cheese and low sodium soup.

Submitted by MISSY_MAGOO

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

Submitted by TAT2EDCARE_BEAR

A low fat and reduced sodium Chinese feast!

Submitted by CINDEEMCD

This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Delicious and healthy, a great lunch on the go or at work.

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Ready in 25 minutes.

This is a lighter take on the classic Italian preparation of Chicken Cacciatore (or Chicken Hunter Style). Our made-over version uses white meat rather than dark and less oil to cut almost 60 calories per serving and reduce the fat and sodium of the traditional recipe.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

I love trail mix and dried fruit. This is a candy free recipe that tastes like it has candy in it. Kids thinks the fruit snacks are gummy bears.

Submitted by MAGGIEW46

Submitted by PSDAHRI

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

An elegant entree of tuna, bathed in an herb-infused white wine sauce, served on a bed of couscous.

These sophisticated popped are stuffed with creamy Gouda cheese, a bit of bacon, and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

An easy, healthy side dish

Submitted by HERCKLE

Stir-fry vegetables with bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, and shirataki noodles - Simple to make and delicious!

Submitted by GLOBALEMPIRE

A lighter version of an old classic. Made with Heart Smart Bisquick and Ground Turkey instead of beef.

Submitted by TXCYNDI

These moist pancakes are lightly spiced for the palate of my young child. If you like a bit more pizazz, you can increase the spices or add others. Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice both work nicely here.

Submitted by ANNE_SP

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

Submitted by SLIMKATIE

How can you go wrong with spinach and long grain wild rice? You can't! This low-calorie side dish is perfect for any holiday meal and loaded with Vitamin A.

Submitted by CASSIE753

A great vegetarian twist on Split Pea Soup.

Submitted by MISSJCISRUNNING

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

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

Lean and versatile, this recipe is the little black dress of your healthy recipe arsenal. Cook this roast on a Sunday and enjoy it throughout the week. We used no salt, just pepper for a truly flavorful roast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These burgers are rich and meaty, the kind of burger that vegetarians have been craving. Even meat eaters will appreciate these tasty and fiber-rich burgers.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

This pasta was an experiment that thankfully went right. Swap blue cheese for goat cheese or feta.

Think of this as vegetarian goulash, deconstructed! I make this to remind my boyfriend of his recent trip to Prague!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Our very own Station 2 won the 2003 Austin Fire Department’s Healthy Wagon Contest with this very healthful and tasty lunch/dinner wrap. The judges included three experts—the Fire Department’s in-house health specialist, a local representative from the American Heart Association, and a member of the Mayor’s Council for Physical Fitness.
The department also sponsored an awards presentation at which we received a little red wagon, a healthy low-fat cookbook, a salad spinner, and fifty dollars to use for a future healthy wagon.
This wrap also makes an excellent dinner.

From THE ENGINE 2 DIET by Rip Esselstyn. Copyright (c) 2009 by Rip Esselstyn. Used by permission of Grand Central Publishing. All rights reserved.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is the easiest recipe I know, and it's quite tasty, too. Grill or saute chicken, cook rice and top with salsa!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This light pasta dish has 2 1/2 servings of vegetables in each portion.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Pumpkin is a common pasta filling in Italy. Here, we've made a sauce from the fall favorite.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This seafood dish is easy to make and delicious to eat!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Turn any night into a special occasion with this 20-minute meal inspired by a Parisian bistro.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

My light creamy pesto mixes the best of two favorite (high-calorie) Italian sauces--Alfredo and pesto Genovese. Traditional pesto has 150 calories and 13 grams of fat per serving. This version has 89 calories and 7.7 grams of fat.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

I love rich, cheesy lasagna, but in the summer when vegetables are at their peak, cheese overwhelms the dish. Adding plenty of fresh vegetables to your regular lasagna for a healthy, light summer supper. Omit any vegetables you don't like, and swap for what you've got in your fridge. (Add spinach or any other green, more fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, chopped and steamed broccoli or asparagus... the possibilities are endless.)

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Try this light zucchini salad atop a bed of baby spinach, with whole-wheat pasta, or with a sprinkling of fresh diced tomatoes.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Red peppers add antioxidants and spice to this dip, which is full of heart-healthy fats (from almonds and olive oil).

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Panzanella is an Italian salad made from stale bread and vegetables. My version has fresh zucchini, peppers, tomatoes and onions, plus tons of basil and parsley for flavor.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

No meat? No problem. Breaded tofu is sauteed until crispy in olive oil, then served with twice-baked potatoes and mushroom gravy! (Note: This recipe is for the entire meal!!)

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Diversify and slim down your standard meatloaf. Serve this with brown basmati rice and steamed broccoli.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Top your burrito with this instead of sour cream and guacamole.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Filled with sweet and savory rice, these grape leaves are addictive and fairly east to make.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

A light spring dinner that offers spice but no heat.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Butternut squash helps slim down this macaroni and cheese. You can't taste it, and it boosts the nutritional value of the dish!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Delicious and easy, this salad combines all of my favorite sushi ingredients in one bowl! And, because it's based on a California roll, it uses fully cooked seafood.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

The trick to learning to like vegetables you hate is to disguise their appearance and flavor. Think about what it is you dislike about that particular vegetable.
I asked Fred why he's anti-green beans. It turns out that he remembers the long, mushy canned beans from childhood.
Step 1: Chop the beans into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2: Change texture. Sauté them in a bit of olive oil, salt and pepper on high heat until they're crispy on the outside and still slightly firm.
Step 3: Change the flavor: Add pesto (with homemade lemony basil from the co-op) and an extra bit of parmesan cheese!
Results: "Is this pasta?" Fred asks as I hand him a plate of beans.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Maybe I should have called this my "Summer Farmers Market Pasta." It's full of the vegetables I brought home from the farmers market on Saturday. Like many of my recipes, it can be altered based on what you've got on hand. I almost threw in some Swiss chard (my green of choice these days) and some brilliant yellow crookneck squash, but I decided to save those for another day and another dish.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Black beans, sweet potatoes and greens are spiced up and baked in egg roll wrappers to create burritos that are heavy on taste and light on calories. (Feel free to change this recipe with what you've got in the fridge. No sweet potatoes? Try zucchini or butternut squash. Swap kale for spinach, Swiss chard or your favorite green! Instead of black beans, try kidney, pinto or garbanzo beans.)

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This recipe takes a traditional French dish and gives it a California twist. A good portion of the fat comes from the avocado, which has mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

This recipe serves one, but go ahead and make a few more servings so you'll have leftovers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Chef Meg Galvin turned this member-submitted recipe into a hearty entree that's bursting with flavor by reducing the amount of oil used and changing some of the cooking techniques to maximize taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Garlic lovers, rejoice! This recipe contains a whopping two heads, but the flavor mellows and sweetens when baked.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG