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(41 Recipes) Created by RUTHXG

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Tomatillo Salsa Verde
Very Good 4.6/5

Prize winning green tomatoe that will add some Feista to any party!

Submitted by BGGARDEN

Carbs: 5.1g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 27.3
Vegetable-Packed Guacamole
Very Good 4.5/5

My favorite Mexican restaurant serves a guacamole that's heavy on vegetables--and flavor. To slim it down even more, serve with carrots, celery and cucumber slices.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 81.5
Pumpkin Dip
Good 3.9/5

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

Carbs: 1.6g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 30.7
Very Good 4.4/5

This is an amazing salsa best made with fresh ingredients.

Submitted by BILLIEBUNNY19

Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 38.9
Good 3.9/5

Watch the game with these healthy snacks!

Carbs: 26.4g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 3.4g | Calories: 148.5
Sweet and Spicy Nuts
Very Good 4.4/5

These are addictive. They're sweet, salty, spicy, and crunchy. Cut back on the sriracha/chili flakes to tame these fiery nuts. Use smoked (not hot or sweet) paprika.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 241.6
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
Easy Ginger-Garlic Sauce
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 54.9
Cheddar Cheese Chip Crisps
Very Good 4.3/5

You know those heavenly, crispy little edges around your grilled cheese where the cheddar oozed out and crisped up on the side? Well... with these little cheese crisps that is just what you are getting!!

No carbs! Great for a little snack when you are craving that crunch from a potato chip. Just whip you up a batch of these little gems and they will satisfy that craving. Rich enough to where you only need just a few!

Submitted by SHASHEE71

Carbs: 0g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 7g | Calories: 90
Spring Rolls
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 113.1
Tangy, Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
Good 3.7/5

This is my go-to dressing. I use it on everything from steamed veggies to salads and sandwiches.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 4.2g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 55.5
Olive Tapenade
Very Good 4.3/5

Tapenade is a traditional sauce or condiment from Provence, in the south of France. It adds a punch of flavor for very few calories. You can buy premade tapenade, but you'll spend more money and be consuming more sodium than if you made it at home.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 17.4
Oven Roasted Tomatoes
Very Good 4.6/5

This is a great basic to always have on hand! Instead of spending money on expensive, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, make your own.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 28.9
Easy Homemade Nutella (Chocolate Nut Butter)
Very Good 4.5/5

A friend issued a challenge to cure a Nutella addiction. This recipe was just the ticket! No hydrogenated oils, fewer calories, less fat--and more fiber and protein!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 101.6

This is cheese dip--without the cheese! The secret ingredient? Nutritional yeast.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 18.5g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 9.4g | Calories: 108.2
Incredible! 5.0/5

This salsa/salad/dip is a unique blend of ingredients that defy categorization. Not Mexican, not Greek, but an outstanding combination. I served this for the first time at a party and it was an immediate hit and gone in minutes!

Submitted by GLOBALKEEWEE

Carbs: 5.5g | Fat: 11.2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 125.6

Since changing my lifestyle, I've tried to find ways to go out to friends and have healthier foods in addition to the typical foods that got me the way I used to be. What's nice is 3 members of the family we visit are also health conscious - so when I bring something healthy they are among the first to try it assuming it will be healthy. This is much like the vegetable pizza you get at many tupperware or other "home sales parties". My youngest daughter and I made this for Christmas dinner, it was a hit. You can modify the veggies to things you like.

Submitted by CALIDREAMER76

Carbs: 13.4g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 133.8
Incredible! 5.0/5

This came from Food Network - FIve Ingredient Fix:
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

In a large bowl, toss the pumpkin seeds, almonds, and sunflower seeds and the syrup until evenly coated. Spread the nuts and seeds out, in an even single layer, on the lined baking sheets and season with salt to taste. Bake the nuts, stirring several times with spatula or wooden spoon, until just golden, about 20 minutes.

Cool the nuts completely on the pan, then add the cherries and toss to combine. Store cooled trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature.

Submitted by POWDERFISH

Carbs: 24.7g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 5.7g | Calories: 207.6
Spicy Chili-Garlic Paste
Very Good 4.1/5

Try this spicy Asian paste in your slow-cooker stews, broth based soups, or combined with yogurt as a zippy sandwich spread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 5.9
Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Very Good 4.2/5

Use this on falafel or a salad. Add fresh or dried herbs and it becomes goddess dressing. The toasted sesame oil imparts a stronger sesame flavor to the dressing.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 6.5g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 74.6
Pico de Gallo (Authentic Mexican Salsa)
Very Good 4.6/5

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

Carbs: 5.9g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 22.5
This recipe has been marked private.
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
Chewy-Crunchy Granola Bars
Good 3.8/5

Better than store-bought, these granola bars include healthy almonds, whole grain, natural sweeteners and a touch of fruit.

Submitted by BRYNWRITES4FOOD

Carbs: 29.2g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 160.2
Skillet white beans, spinach & tomatoes over Linguine
Very Good 4.3/5

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

Carbs: 55.4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 318.7
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
Mole Sauce
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 8.6g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 42.3
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
Good 3.5/5

This sweet-and-sour treat is one of the most popular snacks all over the Indians subcontinent. It may be eaten at any time of the day and makes an excellent accompaniment to almost any meal.

Submitted by ANEWAY

Carbs: 44.1g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 7.5g | Calories: 215.9
World's Best Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 65.9
BLT Dip
Very Good 4.3/5

My family absolutely loves this dip. It tastes just like a BLT!

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 43.9
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

The best salad dressing I've ever tasted.

(Photo by Ken Burris)

Submitted by KEL_MB

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 112.9
Easy Oriental Teriyaki Meatballs
Good 3.9/5

Oh so delicious as an appetizer or main course served with brown rice!

Submitted by BONFIREBAMBI

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 13.1g | Calories: 101.1
Baked Egg Cups
Very Good 4.5/5

This makes an easy weekend brunch or quick breakfast.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

Carbs: 0.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 125.6
No Added Sugar Pumpkin-Apple Butter
Very Good 4.4/5

I love this spread this over whole wheat toast for breakfast with nut butter or to thicken my fall soups. My son Josh loves it with bananas. You won't believe I didn't add any sugar!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 4.9g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 19.9
Coach Nicole's Tasty Peanut Sauce
Very Good 4.6/5

Peanut sauce is one of my favorite things to eat, usually with tofu, green vegetables (like broccoli, spinach and edamame) and brown rice.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 2.5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 64.4

From skinnytaste.com (which assigns it fewer calories!).

Submitted by RUTHXG

Carbs: 6.6g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 12.3g | Calories: 149.2
This recipe has been marked private.
Tortilla Pinwheels
Very Good 4.2/5

Great for a party. It's actually something low fat to munch on!

Carbs: 26.6g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 5.3g | Calories: 144.4
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by DILBERTA

Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 84.5
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