Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

A low-fat, heart healthy version of this traditional comfort food.

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

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

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

Cook everything up and let everyone help themselves, makes good party food.
Needs 4 hours to marinade the meat, but you can be doing other things during that time.

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Quick, easy and tasty turkey burgers with a kick.

Submitted by JIMINNYC

A new take on an old favorite. Packets make for easy cleanup.

Submitted by ZINASP

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

Submitted by MBH1118

Penne Pasta Salad

Submitted by HEIDI14DAN

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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.

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

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

This chili is packed with flavor and fiber. Make a big batch for a crowd or freeze it in single-serving containers for up to 4 months.

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Tostada means toasted in Spanish, and in this simple recipe, Chef Meg makes a crunchy, crispy, chewy, cheesy tostada using leftovers from her Slow Cooker Provencal Chicken and Beans dish.

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This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, leave the forks in the cabinet and bring out the chopsticks!

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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!

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

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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.

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

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This soups works well with most vegetables from the garden-- experiment and use vegetables that are in season. Chef Meg was inspired to create this meal after a trip to the farmers market. Be creative and use whatever vegetables you have on hand!

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This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

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With this dish you get a serving of fruit in every portion. Dice the orange if you prefer smaller pieces and�if you�re feeling creative�use a vegetable peeler to create curls of orange zest.

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Ditch those packets from the supermarket, and whip up a batch of this simple, tasty taco seasoning!

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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.

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My kids never complain about eating both beans and greens in one meal when they're served alongside rich, slow-cooked pork.

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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.

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These burgers are spiced to perfection. To make them even spicier, you could melt jalapeno soy cheese on each patty and serve topped with salsa.

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

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. You can also add shrimp during the last 20 minutes of cooking. If the dish is a little too spicy for the kids, add 1 Tablespoon of plain yogurt to their serving. Serve with a glass of milk and a cucumber salad.

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

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Black Bean Salsa

Submitted by JANAE55

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

Submitted by TAM101

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

This one-dish meal is great for a weeknight meal or as a appetizer for a party.Serve it with steamed broccoli or a green salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Light & luscious, just right for your appetite.

Submitted by LOVE2COOK

I love Wendy's Honey BBQ Wings, but at 580 calories I can't even get fries or a frosty to go with them. I came up with this to satisfy my craving, and still be able to enjoy a side.

Submitted by OIL_FIELD_WIFE

Chicken and a savory sauce wrapped up.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*

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

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

Submitted by AEGARRISON

Try these light and low-fat personal pies for dessert during the fall. They're a great substitute for pumpkin pie or sweet potato casserole.

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

Featured in the revised edition of The New American Plate.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

I have never served this to anyone that didn't ask for the recipe after. This is a light soup that doesn't taste light. It is very filling, very little fat and FULL of fiber.

Submitted by KIKIBUGT

Great Cold Weather Comfort for Body and Soul

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Submitted by T-BIRD76

A fabulous dip or put on top of a tostada chip for dinner!

Submitted by APESTEW

Hearty & Healthy Meal Made Convenient

Submitted by FLORANISSEN

Quick to toss together-- very high in protein and very satisfying on a cold night.

Submitted by MYSHELLE10

Looking for a simple curry that's flavorful but not too hot? This hearty stew fits the bill.

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Looking for a quick and simple way to prepare tofu? This is it!

Submitted by KIMWADE2

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

Fried, battered, dripping sauce--hot wings are calorie bombs! But not these.

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