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Dragon Recipes

I'm Dragonchilde, a mom of two (a preschooler and a toddler) and I'm trying to eat healthier, and expand our meal base to include more variety (and fewer calories!)

(24 Recipes) Created by DRAGONCHILDE

Recipes in this Collection

Coach Nicole's Fresh Guacamole
Very Good 4.5/5

Cookbook creator says: Haven't tried this yet, but my daughter LOVES guacamole. I hope this will give us something healthy to share together!

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 4.8g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 77.5
Orange Juice Fizz
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Carbs: 13.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.6g | Calories: 51.6
Sticky Chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 5.6g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 43.2g | Calories: 263.9
Chicken & Asparagus Pasta
Very Good 4.1/5

Cookbook creator says: Haven't tried yet, but it looks SOO yummy!

Submitted by LILYANN2

Carbs: 25.4g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 14.3g | Calories: 207.6
Herb Roasted Turkey
Very Good 4.4/5

The only turkey recipe you'll ever need--no basting necessary.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 28.8g | Calories: 154.6
Very Good 4.9/5

When your basil plants grow and grow make this pesto up fresh and serve with hot pasta.

Submitted by BLUERAY

Carbs: 1.5g | Fat: 19.2g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 3.5g | Calories: 187.8
Chicken Basil Pesto Panini
Very Good 4.8/5

Yummy!

Submitted by MESSIEJESSIE23

Carbs: 31.6g | Fat: 18.3g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 18.3g | Calories: 369.8
Light Lemon Blueberry Donuts
Very Good 4.3/5

At 300 calories a pop, donuts are an easy way to wreck a healthy breakfast. Not my baked ones. They're bursting with fruit and flavor--not fat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 104.9
Incredible! 5.0/5

Submitted by KBALLEW12

Carbs: 0.7g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 24.7g | Calories: 196.5
Southern Squash & Onions
Very Good 4.0/5

This is a tasty side dish geared for 4, but can be increased by adding 1 squash for each additional person. Increase or decrease the onions as needed. Mixing squash types makes for an appealing, colorful dish.

Submitted by FLORIDALARK

Carbs: 13.7g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 87.7
Vegetable Beef Soup
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 4.7g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 15.9g | Calories: 119.6
Deviled Eggs
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 85.3
Kitchen Basics: Buttermilk Biscuits
Very Good 4.3/5

This Southern staple gets a dose of fiber--with half of the fat of the original. Make a double batch over the weekend and freeze for the busy weekday mornings.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 104.4
Roasted Chicken and Veggies in One Pan
Good 3.4/5

Tasty and good for you!

Submitted by CHELLESHOCKED

Carbs: 31.4g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 24.4g | Calories: 266.3
Super Fast Pork and Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.0/5

Need to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes? This recipe makes that happen.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 18.2g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 37.2g | Calories: 342.3

Just a quick trail mix with a little bit of the things I like to satisfy my sweet and salty cravings with a filling handful.

Submitted by DRAGONCHILDE

Carbs: 10g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 71.4
Baked Pork Chops
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 28.1g | Calories: 271.6
Coach Nicole's Yummy Hummus
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 21.2g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 5.8g | Calories: 215.9
Grilled Salmon with Herbs
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 0.4g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 29g | Calories: 210.2
Kitchen Basics: Hummus
Very Good 4.0/5

Start with this simple but flavorful recipe, then add in anything you'd like! Try it with fresh herbs like chives, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 65.2
Roasted Chicken with Herb Oil
Very Good 4.5/5

Roasted chicken is a simple and versatile protein. Use it in soups, throw it on pasta or pair it with a simple salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.2g | Fat: 22.6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 46.7g | Calories: 405.1
Mushroom 'Sausage' Gravy
Good 3.5/5

Growing up in the South, sausage gravy was a staple on our breakfast table, so I wanted to create a healthier version--with a secret ingredient.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.3g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 4.8g | Calories: 115.4
Not-Fried Shrimp with Japanese Cocktail Sauce
Very Good 4.4/5

Biting into a perfectly crispy fried shrimp is so satisfying. The 10 grams of fat per serving? Not so satisfying. This dish has all the crunch, with much less fat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.8g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 28g | Calories: 193.7
Kitchen Basics: Chicken Noodle Soup
Very Good 4.3/5

The perfect soup to warm your belly on a cold night or soothe you when you're sick.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 17.4g | Calories: 152.8
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