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Kathy's meals to try

(74 Recipes) Created by KBB4040

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Layered Mexican Dip with Baked Lime Chips
Very Good 4.5/5

My dip has all the flavor of the original, but it's much easier on the waistline. I prefer to eat this "dip" with a fork or raw vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 197.3
Blacks Bean and Brown Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 45.6g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 7.7g | Protein: 8.8g | Calories: 213.2
Very Good 4.0/5

A tempting dish that will delight all who consume it.

Carbs: 58.3g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 6.1g | Calories: 307.5
Very Good 4.3/5

Delicious, healthy and filling

Submitted by MOMOF2NJ

Carbs: 16.5g | Fat: 16.5g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 16.6g | Calories: 277.7
Very Good 4.0/5

These burritos can be made ahead of time, individually frozen, then heated for a fast meal.

Submitted by MINDCRUSHER1376

Carbs: 68.6g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 31.6g | Protein: 20.5g | Calories: 412
Very Good 4.3/5

Fresh salsa is always better than bottled, and it is much lower in sodium. This salsa is great with tortilla chips, on tacos or burritos or tostadas, or even straight out of the bowl!

Submitted by TAHLON

Carbs: 4.1g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 18.4
Vegetarian Black Bean Cakes with Orange-Basil Salsa
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 13.6g | Protein: 14.2g | Calories: 294.2
Very Good 4.5/5

Black Bean Salsa

Submitted by JANAE55

Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 56.7
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Carbs: 17.3g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 29.4g | Calories: 225.5
Corn Chowder
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 8.1g | Calories: 209.5
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: No chicken, black beans

Submitted by HUSHHUSHBABY

Carbs: 7.6g | Fat: 10.3g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 56.2g | Calories: 374.7
Light and Spicy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Good 3.9/5

Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 140.2
Slow Cooker Lasagna
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 24.8g | Calories: 271
Very Good 4.1/5

Submitted by ITSJUSTCYNDI

Carbs: 21.9g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 129.2
Cauliflower
Very Good 4.3/5

This is one recipe for cauliflower everyone will love!

Submitted by TERRYN3

Carbs: 6.2g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 68.8
Healthy Chicken Vegetable Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
Honey Mustard Roasted Chicken
Very Good 4.3/5

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 356.7
Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by LINJEN

Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 20.9g | Calories: 214.5
Nutty Baked Apples with Raisins
Very Good 4.4/5

What a sweet warm treat for a cold afternoon!

Carbs: 27g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 141.6
Eggplant, Squash, and Zucchini Casserole
Very Good 4.6/5

Yellow squash, eggplant, zucchini, onions, tomatoes all baked with a cheesy crust. Great vegetarian and low carb side dish.

Submitted by MEGRENEE2

Carbs: 6.6g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 7g | Calories: 89.7
Very Good 4.5/5

I found this recipe on SP and added my own spin to it. It's very good, and the servings are large!

Submitted by STEPH2003

Carbs: 16g | Fat: 7.2g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 11.4g | Calories: 169.7
Very Good 4.3/5

Yummy Salad Dressing

Submitted by COMOMX3

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 23.5
Very Good 4.0/5

chicken breasts
The sweet onions deliciously balance the acidity of the vinegar
sauce.

Submitted by IRISHEI

Carbs: 0g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 25g | Calories: 132
Easy Zucchini Parmesan
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 51.6
Parmesan Zucchini Crisps
Very Good 4.2/5

For the zucchini lovers!

Submitted by JAXON3604

Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 8.7g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 15.5g | Calories: 170.2
Super Speedy Sausage Rolls
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 24.6g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 11g | Calories: 229.4
Very Good 4.7/5

Submitted by KSPILLS713

Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 9.6g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 3.4g | Calories: 138.1
Low-Carb Crustless Quiche
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by CHESSMANS2000

Carbs: 2.2g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 19g | Calories: 126.4
Very Good 4.0/5

This is easy and tastes like the green beans at the chinese food restaurant. Try substituing or adding other vegetables for a change-up!

Submitted by KJH4OU

Carbs: 11.1g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 94.9
Very Good 4.6/5

Submitted by CARANA

Carbs: 11.6g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 66
Un-stuffed Cabbage
Very Good 4.0/5

Just as tasty as stuffed cabbage leaves without all the extra work!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Carbs: 21.4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 16.2g | Calories: 181.2
Cauliflower, Pasta, and Cheese Gratin
Very Good 4.1/5

Carbs: 31.7g | Fat: 9.4g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 18.8g | Calories: 275.6
Very Good 4.8/5

Carbs: 8.7g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 9.5g | Calories: 155.4
Very Good 4.6/5

This is a great make ahead side dish. Wonderful in the summertime.

Submitted by HONEYLEA

Carbs: 10.2g | Fat: 13.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 144.1
Cucumber Spearmint Water
Incredible! 5.0/5

This little addition to your water can make it much easier to get your 8 glasses in a day.

Submitted by PKJAPAN

Eggplant Bake with Peppers and Mushrooms
Very Good 4.3/5

Submitted by LARAINE

Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 11.7g | Calories: 192.2
Pot Stickers (steamed wontons)
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by CREATIVELIZA

Carbs: 17.6g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 14.2g | Calories: 183.1
Good 3.8/5

I found this in a "Fix it and Forget it Lightly" crock pot cook book

Submitted by FREDDIE32

Carbs: 56.5g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 22.9g | Calories: 341.1
Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken
Very Good 4.5/5

This is THE most popular recipe on SparkRecipes. We've added more vegetables and reduced the sodium drastically to make it even better.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 164.9
Easy Vegetable Enchiladas
Very Good 4.3/5

Though we loaded up on the veggies, we didn't skip on the good stuff!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 59.8g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 14.6g | Protein: 17.6g | Calories: 356.6
Roasted Kale Chips
Very Good 4.5/5

Move over chips and popcorn! A healthy, salty, crunchy snack is moving in!

Submitted by LALASTRIVE

Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 66.2

Sweet and spicy Carribean flavored dish

Submitted by CSIMPSON75

Carbs: 33.4g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 6.5g | Protein: 6.3g | Calories: 170.9
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
No Guilt Cheese Enchiladas
Very Good 4.2/5

You'll love these cheesy yet healthy enchiladas!

Submitted by TALESIN

Carbs: 27.4g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 11.7g | Calories: 241.3
Caribbean Chicken
Very Good 4.1/5

Ready in just 20 minutes.

Carbs: 34.9g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 186.6
Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 23g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 157
Grilled BBQ Chicken Flatbreads
Very Good 4.6/5

This recipe was created for kids, but adults will crave a slice, too. I like to add hot pepper rings for the grown-ups!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.4g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 26.2g | Calories: 223.9

These burritos can be made ahead of time, individually frozen, then heated for a fast meal.

Submitted by KBB4040

Carbs: 37.1g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 10.6g | Protein: 10.8g | Calories: 206
Good 3.4/5

This is great if you marinate it in the sauce. I also par boil the chicken before I marinate it or I burn it on the grill.

Submitted by SWEETONE013179

Carbs: 8.6g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 23.2g | Calories: 134
Chimichurri
Very Good 4.4/5

This sauce hails from Argentina, a country that's known for tasty grilled meats. Pair this with grilled beef, pork, chicken and even fish. It's also a great dipping sauce for grilled vegetables and whole-wheat bread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.5g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 30.5
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 35.8g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 230
Very Good 4.7/5

wonderful, no one ever guesses that this is sugar free and Never have any left overs

Submitted by MURKOV

Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 24.3
15-Minute Meals: Chicken Tostadas with Bean and Pumpkin
Very Good 4.0/5

Tostadas, basically open-faced tacos or tortilla pizzas, are perfect for weeknight meals.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 29.9g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 29.8g | Calories: 277.8
Very Good 4.2/5

A tasty alternative to pumpkin pie.

Submitted by HAPPYWIFE

Carbs: 24.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 128.9
Very Good 4.1/5

Buck tradition this Thanksgiving and forgo standard pumpkin pie. Instead, whip up a smooth, spicy and low-calorie flan.

Submitted by DISTENDASI

Carbs: 38g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 5.7g | Calories: 175.6
Very Good 4.7/5

This is light and made with Cool Whip - best served with graham cracker sticks

Submitted by CALIDREAMER76

Carbs: 9.5g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 45.7
Autumn Pumpkin Pudding
Very Good 4.8/5

A delicious low calorie, low fat treat - perfect for fall weather!

Submitted by NICOLEMARIE469

Carbs: 16.8g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 100.4
High Fiber Brownies
Good 3.3/5

These brownies have a few secret ingredients that boost the nutrition, while the dark cocoa powder and mini chocolate chips keep the rich flavor that you crave in a brownie.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 9.2g | Protein: 6.1g | Calories: 146.3
Alyson's Vegetarian Chili
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by AEGARRISON

Carbs: 58.4g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 15.5g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 279.8
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Very Good 4.3/5

Banana and oatmeal are a perfect pair in these not-too-sweet treats.

Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 66.8
Tuna and Broccoli Penne
Very Good 4.0/5

This is a delicious, fast, and easy to make recipe that will leave everybody smiling.

Submitted by LINDSB1986

Carbs: 66.5g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 9.1g | Protein: 23.2g | Calories: 386.8
Apple Crisp
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

Carbs: 24.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 131.5
Apple Hand Pies
Very Good 4.2/5

No forks needed! These sweet, crunchy and buttery hand pies will have you licking your fingers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 23g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 161.6
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Very Good 4.7/5

This is a really low carb approach to pizza

Submitted by XANADUREALM

Carbs: 2.7g | Fat: 10.8g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 9.4g | Calories: 143.4
Cucumber Salad in Vinegar
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by ANGELLYBELLY

Carbs: 20.3g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 81.7
low fat zucchini brownie
Very Good 4.0/5

A very moist low fat chocolate brownie alternative, for weight watchers, only 2 ww points per serving ( 24 servings). No oil or egg used.

Submitted by TNICKY

Carbs: 25.6g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 122.7
Chicken Stir-Fry With Broccoli and Tomatoes
Very Good 4.4/5

This healthy, colorful dish will have you out of the kitchen in no time.

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

Carbs: 22.1g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 18.7g | Calories: 177.8
Pumpkin Smoothie
Good 3.4/5

Think outside the pie! This pumpkin smoothie is a sweet and healthy treat that kids will love.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 61.3g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 9g | Protein: 7.2g | Calories: 258.9

Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

Submitted by KBB4040

Carbs: 41.2g | Fat: 11.2g | Fiber: 5.5g | Protein: 16.9g | Calories: 318.1
Very Good 4.1/5

Hearty, creamy soup with less fat than mom's

Submitted by ROBYNWOLFE

Carbs: 39.6g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 14.3g | Calories: 216.9
Very Good 4.2/5

Yummo

Submitted by SUCHANUT

Carbs: 20.6g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 13.5g | Calories: 213.2
Very Good 4.3/5

Submitted by AZDEBBERS

Carbs: 8.1g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 95.3
Caponata Casserole with Chicken and Quinoa
Very Good 4.3/5

A perfect oven to table dish that can be easily adapted to suit your pantry and palate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 45.6g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 28.8g | Calories: 372.4
Incredible! 5.0/5

A fun spin on chicken.

Submitted by HOWDOIHEARTTHEE

Carbs: 34.4g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 55.8g | Calories: 403
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