Cookbook creator says: Really tasty grain-got to be careful not to overcook-so measure out water properly-1 1/2 cups to 1 cup of quinoa and can use a rice cooker for this!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

My family lOVES this recipe and it is impressive enough to serve dinner guests. This recipe multiplies very easily for family and guests.

Submitted by OILPAINTER

An experiment with leftovers yields a delightful, filling vegetarian meal.

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Submitted by CATCH23

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

You'll love these cheesy yet healthy enchiladas!

Submitted by TALESIN

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

A tasty fish dish that any Indian food lover will enjoy! This recipe is packed with potassium.

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A guiltless dinner favorite that's sure to please!

I am known for my pancakes, so trust me on this one!

Submitted by AMROZ123

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 creamy dessert is low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium.

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

Granola is incredibly affordable when you make it yourself. This recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients: maple syrup, almond butter and seeds!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Don't be afraid to try these because they're vegan! These are delicious and lighter than traditional banana bread or muffins. I serve them often to omni guests and family members, with many requests for seconds. As always, I don't bother to tell people they're veg*n!

Feel free to substitute dairy milk or any milk alternative (rice, almond, etc) for the soy milk. You may also increase the sugar to 3/4 cup, especially if your bananas aren't overly ripe.

Nutrition information is based on the first amount listed in ingredients with variable amounts.

Submitted by BLUEKARMA

This recipe was passed down to me by my Chinese coworker. Tastes like it was made in a Chinese restaurant!

Submitted by JMM1383

We're going to have a sushi party tonight! Alright!

Fried rice using quinoa instead of rice, edamame and egg for protein, and lots of frozen veggies to keep things easy.

Submitted by MARYDAZ

I love this for breakfast - a gluten free alternative to oatmeal

Submitted by SHREWISH

This soup is so hearty and satsifying, with unique flavors inspired by Keema (an Indian casserole). It makes 8 very hearty servings and is really delicious with naan bread.

If you prefer a vegetarian soup, simply omit the ground turkey.

Submitted by TOMIANNIE

Light & luscious, just right for your appetite.

Submitted by LOVE2COOK

This quick and healthy snack takes minutes to prepare! And as a bonus, it's an easy way to get the kids to eat their vegetables.

Submitted by MATCM81

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

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Submitted by HMCARRILLO

Its rich in protein if had with goat cheese instead of any other cheese. Uses raw vegetables which is baked in an oven to kill any bacteria. Very tasty and nutritional breakfast

Submitted by XMANI76

This simple summer recipe is good hot or cold. The creamy avocado pairs so well with fresh summer tomatoes.

Submitted by MBH1118

Brought To Your Kitchen From SparkPeople Member: LBBROCK195

This is my alternative to fried rice which uses no oil!

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

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 is yum and quick in the morning:)

Submitted by ANAJAK

Not your basic yams.

I found this recipe on recipezaar.com, but it was a higher fat and calorie version. The original recipe was posted by Tish and it's Baked Sweet Potato recipe #55678 on 'Zaar. Anyway, I had to make some significant substitutions to make the fat and calorie counts more diet friendly. It worked and this turned out fantastic! We served this with lean country style pork ribs and they were amazingly good. I think this would also pair well with Salmon.

Submitted by NORTHERNDIETER

Much healthier than fried zucchini, these crispy little bites make a yummy snack or side dish!

Submitted by KRAVMAGAGIRL

Baked butternut squash with a sweet twist.

Submitted by PSPEARSJR

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

Very moist with great banana flavor, but still lower in calories with only one gram of fat. My whole family loves these.

Submitted by MBMORRISON66

Yummy healthy enchiladas

Submitted by JOEMELEAGLES

Chef Meg lowered the fat and calories in this member-submitted recipe, which contains two servings of cooked vegetables per portion!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Super easy and super delicous egg drop soup! Low in calories and high in taste!

Submitted by SHEREESZYMANSKI

Creamy pudding makes fantastic frozen treats.

An Indian Spinach Preparation

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Hummus goes South of the Border!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is a great dessert that's delicious when strawberries are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Not your normal cole slaw. This is a healthy version loaded with surprises, packed with antioxidents and flavor.

Submitted by TRAVELNISTA

This eggplant "pasta" is nutritious and delicious!

Submitted by ISABELLAMIRAC

Can be an entree or soup

Submitted by RANJINI4

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

Submitted by SERRA55

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

Use your indoor grill to make a wonderful vegetable sandwich!

Submitted by TERRYDROSDAK

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

A light and refreshing dessert.

Submitted by LSAUVE

A old favorite just got even better!

Submitted by RANJINI4

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

vegetarian side dish.

Submitted by RANJINI4

really good as a meal replacement or after workout energy boost!

Submitted by IM_GETTIN_THIN

This is a great recipe for summer, when you have a surplus of zucchini in the garden. Double or triple the batch and freeze them for quick and healthy breakfasts.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is easy to make and is very nutrious for you! Quinoa was revered by the Incas and feed it to the Warriors.

Submitted by RANJINI4

These are SUPER easy, quick, and amazing – perfect for snacking on the go.

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

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A fun pie for St Patricks day or ANY day!

Submitted by NIGHTSKYSTAR

Start your day with this hearty vitamin-rich granola.

Veggie Burgers full of Veggies

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There's no need to buy pumpkin pie spice. You can easily make your own at home. And it makes a great hostess gift for any fall event! Feel free to double or triple this recipe!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a delicious, light, refreshing dessert. It's low cal and sugar and can be made with the lite pie filling in any flavor. Note that this needs to be made the night before to soften the graham crackers.

Submitted by HOCKIMAMA

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

Pronounced ma-zhe-dra, this is a vegan Middle Eastern bulgur wheat, lentil and onion pilaf that is incredibly yummy! I first had it at a now (unfortunately) defunct Middle Eastern cafe and the full-blooded Syrian owner told me what the ingredients were, so after they closed and I was craving this dish, I threw together the ingredients in amounts I felt were similar to hers and it turned out pretty authentic tasting! You can also use equal amounts of whole-grain brown rice instead of the bulgur, but I prefer the bulgur wheat. Nutritional info listed is using the bulgur.

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

packs in a lot of nutrients with less than 1 gram of fat!

Submitted by J3NN1B0T

A somewhat healthier take on this Costa Rican jack-of-all trades dish. I've substituted brown rice for the traditional white rice.

This versatile dish can be matched with eggs, queso blanco, and tortillas for a heartly breakfast. It can also serve as the base for lunches or dinners. In fact, I often eat it alone with a berry smoothie as a post run recover meal because of it's healthy balance of carbs and protein.

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Despite the fact that this is perhaps the girliest guacamole ever, to the men out there, try it. I guarantee you that it is extremely tasty. And, I am going to venture to say that any guy that can explain that he "whipped the avocado into stiff peaks" will impress any girl.

Submitted by DAILYSPARKGUEST

This dish is baked and flavored with a Mediterranean-style tomato, onion, and garlic sauce to make it lower in fat and salt.

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This salad is even better the longer it sits in the fridge, so we love to make a big batch of it and eat it throughout the week.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

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

Submitted by CARPROTH

Using low-fat milk instead of cream lowers the saturated fat content in this hearty summer soup.

I love a good sandwich, one that's so big you have to smash to fit into your mouth. This one is big on flavor, light on fat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

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This smoothie is loaded with antioxidants!

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

A healthy on-the-go snack.

Submitted by SHES.SMOKIN

This refreshing and not-too-sweet beverage is almost too pretty to drink. Almost!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This tea is ready in no time, and it turns any afternoon into a special occasion.

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