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Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This dish seems exotic, but it uses spices and ingredients you already have around the house. Coffee, cocoa and cinnamon stand up well to heat, and you'll wonder why you've been relegating them to dessert!

Serve this dish with mole sauce! This amazing dish was inspired by Costa Rican spices.

Ready in just 20 minutes.

Stuffed french toast was one of my fave dining-out breakfast choices when I was younger, so I made my own healthier version! Hope it works out for you!

Submitted by XSUNSHINEEE

Low in Calories and Super Delicious TOO!
There is no reason to feel deprived. You'll get all the satisfaction of pizza with this one and feel full with out all of the calories. Enjoy!

Submitted by RUNNING2LIVE

This eggplant "pasta" is nutritious and delicious!

Submitted by ISABELLAMIRAC

A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish.

Submitted by HEATHER121

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

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

I love this as my main dish but you can add some grilled chicken if you just can't live without meat! It makes great leftovers to take to work for lunch too.

Submitted by GINGERKISS

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

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

This light pasta dish has 2 1/2 servings of vegetables in each portion.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

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

Submitted by LYZ219

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

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

Submitted by MEGRENEE2

Featured in the revised edition of The New American Plate.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

Pan roasting turns okra into a tasty finger food--no slime or breading here!

Submitted by SHOELACE187

Vegetarian Indian Dish

Submitted by NEWSTAMPINADDIC

Submitted by DARIAC

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Rich velvet-y soup chock full of vitamins from the pumpkin, with the surprising touch of peanuts, ginger and a kick of red pepper

Submitted by DIVALINDA

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

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

This is a delicious stew that my husband makes for me! You can vary the herbs and spices according to your taste. It's very versatile and tastes great. It's even better the second day!

Submitted by YEUDOI

Black beans, sweet potatoes and greens are spiced up and baked in egg roll wrappers to create burritos that are heavy on taste and light on calories. (Feel free to change this recipe with what you've got in the fridge. No sweet potatoes? Try zucchini or butternut squash. Swap kale for spinach, Swiss chard or your favorite green! Instead of black beans, try kidney, pinto or garbanzo beans.)

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Submitted by SPARKPEOPLE

A kickin' vegetarian pizza! Extra-good, 'cause it's made on a whole wheat crust!

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

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

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

From Moosewood cooks at Home

Submitted by LIZHAVEY

trying to duplicate a recipe from Czehoski's in Toronto

Submitted by MADEMCHE

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

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

A tasty burger patty that's high in fiber and folate and easy to prepare. Serve on a whole wheat bun with your favorite toppings.

Submitted by DENIBREITENBACH

2 cups of this stew makes a filling and nutrutious lunch.

Submitted by REVASEAN

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

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Chicken that's easy to make and low calorie.

Submitted by KAMEL622

Submitted by RUTHIEANNIE

an Easy and quick version of Chicken Parmesean

Submitted by SORCHACULLEN

I love this recipe! It can be used as a sauce for grilled meats, a dressing for salads or steamed vegetables, or as a marinade for tofu or other lean proteins. You will always find it in my refrigerator.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by 1997SABRINA

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

Family favorite with healthier ingredients

Submitted by LEANLIVIN

These are light, fluffy, and only about 50 calories each!

Submitted by SKYSHOOTER44

Salsa and Chips

Submitted by RUSHUNDA

Moist, delicious, and flavorful turkey burger! The addition of the mayonaise adds a little needed fat to keep it moist, and you can't taste it at all. Great to freeze and have on hand for a quick meal!

Submitted by SRATERMAN

Spicy Chicken in yummy coconut milk based sauce

Submitted by MSPLATZ

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

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

We tend to think of herbs as garnishes, but parsley takes a starring role in this fresh pesto.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I love all of the heavy buerre sauces and have found ways to cut the butter down to very moderate amounts that you can still taste and feel decadent eating. It's technique and water. Really.

Shown with a side of peeled brussels sprouts that were blanched, shocked in cold water, then drained, and quickly heated in the hot hot pan I had cooked the potato and fish in.

Submitted by CAROLINE1000

Figs are, in my opinion, an under appreciated fruit. I ADORE them and this is a low calorie, luxurious dessert that comes together in minutes and is fancy enough for a formal dinner party. Using aged, imported balsamic vinegar improves the final results even more!

And no, the black pepper is not a mistake.

This sauce is also good over fresh strawberries, grilled pineapple or peaches. Excellent with creme fraiche or low cal frozen yogurt.

Submitted by COPEKAT

These pork chops get a fruity kick to them.

Recipe courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes and ideas, please check out www.TheOtherWhiteMeat.com

Submitted by RAVENLYNNE

Pork chops in a peanut sauce.

Submitted by ONCEMORE2006

Submitted by SARASHLEYP

Pair this delicious pasta with a green salad and you've got a great low-sodium meal (providing almost half your fiber!) for less than 300 calories!

Submitted by TEHAMMER

This colorful pasta will DEFINITELY satisfy your comfort food craving for Italian food.

Submitted by JACKIE-78

A wonderful way to use up the vegetables in your crisper.

Submitted by BLUEMURRAY

A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for any night of the week.

Submitted by LILYANN2

Good side dish and an easy way to get in a serving of veggies.

A light pilaf that is filled with protein (quinoa has the highest protein content of any grain) and good nutrients

Submitted by WICKET23

Rich and full of flavor, this dish is at its best when served over rice.

A stir-fried chicken dish with Thai flavorings

Submitted by JESSSXM

Sweet and tangy, this chicken takes less than five minutes to prep!

Submitted by LAUR986

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This salad is even better the longer it sits in the fridge, so we love to make a big batch of it and eat it throughout the week.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is an amazing recipe for fall. I had this at a local restaurant and recreated. You can change the amount of whipping cream and butter to suit your needs and taste. You can also eliminate the onion, if you choose. Also, in the past, I have marinated the pork in light soy sauce and apple cider vinegar. Very simple. Great with whole grain rice and a vegetable.

Submitted by JCCLAYTON

Submitted by MAMA2NASHES

This is a leaner version of those glistening strips of pork, called car su, displayed in shops throughout Chinatown. This tasty crunchy meat can be eaten hot or at room temperature. Serve leftovers on a bed of stir-fried vegetables.

It should be noted all ingredients are considered, but most of the marinade is discarded before cooking.

Submitted by CHEFSOPHIE

Unlike many of the French Onion Soup recipes on SparkRecipes. com, the nutrition values listed for this one include the bread and cheese toppings. Lower in fat and sodium than any pre-packaged version of this all-time favorite, this French Onion Soup wll rival any you get in a restaurant when it comes to taste. The key to a successful soup is to cook the onons slowly, consistenly reducing the cooking temperature.

Submitted by DOWN2SEXY

These potatoes have a lot of flavor, and are far lower in calories than regular fried potatoes. Perfect for a weekend breakfast or as a side at dinner.

Submitted by GOSSAMERFIREFLY

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

Submitted by SLIM.ONE