Use your indoor grill to make a wonderful vegetable sandwich!

Submitted by TERRYDROSDAK

Cookbook creator says: Chicken stir fry -- > 150 calories

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Cookbook creator says: Lots of ways to change this --- add spices, replace oil with applesauce, sugar w/ Splenda etc.

Submitted by TRAINRIDER

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!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

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

Submitted by MBH1118

Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A wonderful ending to any meal--try this twist on the classic bread pudding recipe.

Submitted by JEZEBEL47

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Reduced fat and sugar free dip for all sorts of fruit.

Submitted by BEACHEDBUM

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

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

This soups works well with most vegetables from the garden-- experiment and use vegetables that are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar salad.

Creamy pudding makes fantastic frozen treats.

Citrus and cilantro dress up grilled fish.

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.

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

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

Chicken and a savory sauce wrapped up.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*

A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch.

Submitted by JLPNURSE

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

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 tastes just like cheese pizza, plus you get about 25% of your daily calcium in one meal! Pair this with a salad and you have a great pizzaria style lunch without the calories attached...or the bill.

Submitted by PUNKGIRL213

Smoky from the cumin with a hidden serving of vegetables, this dip is equally delicious in a burrito as it is spread on tortilla chips.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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 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

Nonfat yogurt and low-fat mayonnaise make this creamy dip a good addition to any veggie plate.

Make this chicken the next you have company for dinner, and they'll swear you hired caterers. It tastes like it came from a restaurant, but for much less money and effort.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

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

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

This colorful low-sodium cholesterol-free vegetable baked dish is prepared without any added fat.

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

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat.

Turn leftovers into a tasty movie night meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

These meringues are a fun treat when served with low-fat vanilla ice cream and fresh fruit.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This an easy, affordable recipe that will impress your guests.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Make these rolls at night and pop them in the microwave (about 20 seconds) or toaster oven (on low) until warm. Pair them with a banana or apple, a peeled hard-boiled egg, and a cup of milk, and breakfast is ready to go in two minutes flat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

This dish inspired by Costa Rican spices seems exotic, but it uses spices and ingredients you already have around the house: coffee, cocoa and cinnamon. You'll wonder why you've been relegating these flavorings to dessert!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CARPROTH

Use leftover roast beef to make this quick, hearty, healthy soup.

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Start your day with this hearty vitamin-rich granola.

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

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

Submitted by RAEBRALOP

Try this dip on a toasted whole-wheat bagel at breakfast or with apple slices or whole-grain crackers for a snack. It's even good with carrots.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Serve these holiday cookies with a cup of tea or lowfat vanilla ice cream.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

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

Submitted by RHG2525

Cookbook creator says: I hate recipes that say 8 servings...HOW LARGE ARE THE SERVINGS??? CHEF MEG IS GUILTY OF THIS QUITE FREQUENTLY...PLEASE GET IT TOGETHER. I KNOW I'M SHOUTING...BUT IS ANYONE LISTENING???

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Most pasta salads are heavy on the pasta and light on everything else. This version, which can be served warm or cold, includes a hefty portion of vegetables--both spinach and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

One bite and you're transported to Louisiana!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

A hearty, homecooked meal that everyone will love! Serve with steamed broccoli and sweet corn for a complete vegetarian meal.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Great for the fall holidays or just for a snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish!