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

These tasty roasted vegetables can be cooked on the grill or roasted in the oven! The pineapple adds a wonderful sweetness to the vegetables. This recipe is easily modified to include your favorite vegetables or spices.

Submitted by HONEYLEA

The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat.

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

A favorite at Christmas, this is great for dinner and leftovers.

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

Submitted by MBH1118

Cookbook creator says: This is a very tasty recipe. I really enjoyed it.

Submitted by QUILTBUGJ

This is a recipe i put together last night with the veggies I had in the fridge and my husband and daughter LOVED it. Very yummy over ride pilaf or couscous. You can add chicken or fish to make this a non-veggie meal

Submitted by VEGGIEDOC4LIFE

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

A yummy way to cut the calories, not the tradition.

This chilled creamy soup is great for hot days. It is filling and very low in calories. Perfect for a light lunch or as a dinner starter.

a new twist on salsa, great for using cukes from the garden in the summer!

Submitted by SLINKY78

Ditch the crust and boost your veggie intake with these eggplant "pizzas."

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

This vegetarian chili can be made on the stove top or in a slow cooker.

Submitted by AEGARRISON

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

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

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

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

High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24

Submitted by LINJEN

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

Submitted by GLOBALEMPIRE

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

Submitted by SERRA55

A much quicker version of the Italian classic; less time, but no less taste.

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

A old favorite just got even better!

The versatility of this salsa is limitless! Put it on grilled chicken or steak, add it to eggs, or serve with tortilla chips.

Submitted by METALFINGER2U

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

Quick, easy and tasty turkey burgers with a kick.

Submitted by JIMINNYC

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

Submitted by RACHIELOO

Slow cookers aren’t just for meat! This is a tasty, affordable one-pot vegetarian meal that’s filling and perfect for your slow cooker.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This soup is healthy and deliciously flavorful thanks to the curry and creamy coconut milk!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

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

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

Quick and nutritious, high in iron, protein and other nutrients

Submitted by RDEPASS

A sure family favorite, make the night before and pop into the oven.

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

This is a great slow cooker side dish for backyard barbecues!

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

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

Submitted by BCJL13

Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious low fat and saturated fat, low cholesterol, low sodium mixture of vegetables and herbs.

Black Bean Salsa

Submitted by JANAE55

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

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

This classic German stew is made with lean trimmed beef stew meat and cabbage.

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

Get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acid with this lime and ginger flavored salmon dish.

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

By choosing a darker chocolate and fat-free evaporated milk, Chef Meg was able to cut the calories of this chocolate dip in half!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

An even healthier version of this Mexican classic.

Submitted by JESSNEW

Indian spices add zest to this traditional vegetarian dish.

Submitted by LOTUS737

Submitted by PAMALA3

In 15 minutes, this easy recipe will take the chill off a cold evening.

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

A terrific twist on a classic! The addition of the tofu makes ths soup thicker without the need for milk or cream.

Submitted by HAPPYCAROL

A soup that warms you up on the inside on the cool winter nights.

Submitted by SALDRU

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

Inspired by the animated feature film, Ratatouille, this veggie-packed dish makes six healthy and hearty servings.

Submitted by SPARKPEOPLE

A tasty way to get your veggies during BBQ season

Submitted by EMMAPALE

Submitted by YMUNDERWOOD

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

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

Submitted by JENNLOVE

This apple crisp is sweet and simple to prepare, but uses very little added sugar.

Submitted by JLCROMP

We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Fresh and juicy during spring and summer months, strawberries are delicious when combined with tender spinach and crunchy toasted almonds.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Great high protein breakfast! Fast and easy in the Microwave.

I love this as a quick dinner option too!

Submitted by MVIGIRL

Great for tacos, enchiladas or served as a sandwich with some added BBQ Sauce.

Submitted by SKISINCO

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a nice, salty contrast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Use as a dip for veggies or a spread on pita and sandwiches.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Serve this creamy rice dish as a side with roast chicken or pork, or increase the serving size for a vegetarian entree.

Instead of a whole pie, try making bite-size tarts. The diminutive desserts cook quicker and are automatically portion controlled. Plus, they're easier to make for a crowd, and there's no need for a fork and plate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat.

Submitted by LYZ219

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

Strawberries are combined with tangy and sweet balsamic vinegar and creamy ricotta in this quick and simple dessert.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A quick and delicious smoothie to satisfy that sweet tooth in a healthy way! My kids LOVE these smoothies.

Submitted by RAEBRALOP

You've barbecued ribs and you've barbecued chicken. Now it's time to try some seafood!

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

A terrific way to start your day, much better than the frozen waffles you can find at the grocery store.

Submitted by JOGANRAY

Ready in 25 minutes.

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar Salad.

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

How does Coach Dean fuel his busy day? With this hearty, healthy breakfast, of course!

Submitted by SP_COACH_DEAN

Gazpacho is one of my favorite summer meals, and it's no coincidence that it's also one of the easiest to make. It's simply a chilled, usually blended vegetable soup of Spanish origin.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This traditional Mexican sauce is spicy and goes well with Chef Meg's Cocoa-Crusted Pork Tenderloin.

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

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

This tomato soup is so rich and thick you'll swear it's laden with cream and butter. The trick is really good tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Chicken and a savory sauce wrapped up.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*