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

make mexican night quick and easy and the kids will LOVE IT! appetizer: pita chips with pico de gallo, main course chicken cheese taquito topped with fresh home made pico de gallo and sour cream served with a side of restaraunt style refried beans topped with cheese, and for dessert, pineapple delight

Submitted by BRAND.NEW.ME

easy italian meal, full of protein, kids love it

Submitted by BRAND.NEW.ME

Peach preserves or orange marmalade can be used instead of apricot preserves. Serve these tangy chops with a dressed baked potato and sugar snap peas.

Submitted by LSMAPP

I am always on the go and this meal is fast and easy, plus very filling for little calories. Love it!

Submitted by HAVETODOTHIS

A tasty fish dish that any Indian food lover will enjoy! This recipe is packed with potassium.

Submitted by FLYINGANN

A great recipe that is easy to make.

Submitted by SPROUT

Sweet and sour pork takes a trip to the islands! Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research.

Colorful and delicious, this salad is satisfying both in taste and appearance.

Submitted by CRUISIN2LOSE

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

Submitted by CARPROTH

Wonderful recipe using the grill--so good you'll even brave the cold winter weather to make it on your outdoor grill!

Submitted by KSROBERTS1

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

I don't like fish much, but I love this recipe! I think the sauce can be used with other fish/seafood.

Submitted by JENNAGUERRA

Great for pot lucks.

Submitted by KARASTART

A healthy twist on a Polish favorite

Submitted by APPLIANCE_GIRL

Serve in place of a steak or with lettuce and tomato on toasted whole-grain buns.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research.

94 cals each

Submitted by DREAMERZZZ

Quick, easy and tasty turkey burgers with a kick.

Submitted by JIMINNYC

A turkey sausage & rice dish--great comfort food.

Submitted by IRISHIDES

Start before work, ready to eat later

Submitted by CHIHUAHUAMAMA

A beautiful way to "wrap up" a healthy dinner!

Submitted by KRIS1975

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

A low calorie delicious chili.

Submitted by ORMOMMY

A delicious dish to use leftover cooked chicken breast--makes the prep time even shorter.

Submitted by {AMYAMY}

We bet you'll like this combo.

orzo and veggies

Submitted by GRAMMYMARIAN

A wonderful option for cold winter nights.

Submitted by SUDDENSTORM

If you love cheese, this is the recipe for you! This recipe is low fat, high protein, and FULL of flavor! Recipe scaled for 4.

Submitted by THEMIGHTYLILLIE

Game meat chili.

Submitted by HUGEMEDIC

Submitted by TRISHA26

Submitted by DARIAC

I love this stew! It is so easy and leaves me feeling satisfied. I use 3/4 cup as a serving. If it is too spicy for you, substitute a can of diced tomatoes for one of the diced tomatoes w/chilies.

Submitted by DRDIGGER

Yum! Try this quick and easy thin crust pizza.

This pasta packs a nutritional punch, and the brightly colored vegetables are quite a sight!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

A yummy side dish to serve with pork or chicken.

Submitted by ANNIEBNANNIE

A flavorful favorite that you can enjoy without guilt. Add your own spices to taste.

The same great taste of the Italian favorite, but this one is good for you!

Submitted by CONNIE563

This classic German stew is made with lean trimmed beef stew meat and cabbage.

These tacos are incredible; sweet, slightly spicy and flavorful!

Submitted by SBMMYERS

This is WONDERFUL! The contrast between the sweet honey and savory ginger and garlic makes this fish amazing.

Submitted by JAUDON

A quick and easy recipe

Submitted by TKNOPPE

Low Cal - Low Fat

Submitted by RHEA3535

An easy to prepare comfort food. Taste almost like a pot pie

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

This hearty entrée uses half ground turkey and half lean ground beef and no added salt for a lower fat and salt tasty treat.

This is my healthy version of shrimp and sausage etoufee. It's very filling!

Submitted by KASKEE0

Featured in the revised edition of The New American Plate.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

A recipe my mom passed on to me, not sure where it came from, but it is yummy! Goes well over rice, and makes great leftovers-- was moister the next day.

Submitted by APRILDAWN678

Looks like a quick and easy chicken dish for during the week. These are very good and juicy.

Submitted by THESPY75

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

Awesome and easy!

Submitted by SKOOSEY

Try our version of this spicy south-western favorite.

Start on your way toward eating five servings of fruits and vegetables a day with this delicious stir-fry, flavored with traditional Chinese spices and a touch of sesame oil. The combination of broccoli and red peppers contributes over 100% of the daily requirement of vitamin C.

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

Very easy and very delicious!

Submitted by MEANMOM1015

Food fit for a king!

Submitted by TAZMOMSGOL

Chili

Submitted by CAROL381

A delicious way to start a meal!

Submitted by DSTENORE

Yummy potato side or main dish

Submitted by 2BTINIGIRLAGAIN

This is a simple and quick dinner. It easily repeats into as many serving as needed. ENJOY!

Submitted by CHRISBOICE

This is a GREAT pizza dough...but keep in mind the nutrition information is for the crust only!

Submitted by AZIAS_MOMMY

A recipe that is full of great taste and loaded with potassium.

Submitted by CHATTYCATHY2

Healthy alternative to cabbage rolls

Submitted by CHATTYCATHY2

Beef, Barley, Veggies, and Lentils!

Submitted by TIFFANYWARD

pulled bbq chicken flavor, totally low cal

Submitted by LANCIA12

Forget the canned sauces that no one ever eats. This freshly made cranberry sauce is simple - perfect for the holiday season.

Submitted by TRUFFLEMAKER

An easy & healthy meal

Submitted by ILKANDC

This is one of our family favorites! Although it's pretty low in calories and fat (for fettuccine alfredo), it has plenty of flavor. This looks really good, too, so we make it sometimes when company comes. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Submitted by MOPSMOM3

This lively low-saturated fat pasta dish contains lots of tomatoes and herbs and very little oil.

Submitted by SPARK_COACH_JEN

One dish meal just add a veggie.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

This is an easy recipe for chicken with a simple sauce. The flavor can be modified by varying the jam.

Submitted by REVASEAN

I created this dish for dinner one day when I was pressed for time with ingredients I had on hand and it was an instant hit! A low carb delight as is, but you can serve over wide whole wheat noodles or brown rice if you are not watching carbs.

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

Easy marinade, and short cook time.

Submitted by ASHLEYB28

Low Fat Chicken Meal

Submitted by SUZYQUE19

Submitted by REGNETS03

My family loves fried chicken, so when I saw something similar done on Biggest Loser, I had to try it. It's a great alternative to "fried" chicken.

Submitted by JENNMARIE0830

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

Submitted by LAUR986

This is a low-sodium modified version of a recipe that was on the back of a Pacific Filet brand Salmon package.

Submitted by D710DANCE

A great, low fat mexican meal with lots of spice!

Submitted by TOUGHGIRL1983

Just to clarify for the questions below:
First, YES the cream cheese is figured into the totals...if you use FULL FAT cream cheese, the fat content will be considerably higher. But low fat cream cheese really takes the fat down.

Second, I haven't ever tried it with regular Italian dressing...let me know how it turns out!

Third, I HIGHLY recommend using the low setting for cooking...it allows the juices from the chicken to really seep into the dressing.

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

You gotta love tang!

Submitted by ROBAHB

A traditional and very popular Indian chicken dish which is bursting full of flavour and colour

Submitted by PSDAHRI

Pork chops in a peanut sauce.

Submitted by ONCEMORE2006

This is even great for a party and not cooking the noodles makes it easier, saves time and thickens the sauce.

Submitted by ADRIANN1

I took this recipe from my Better Homes & Garden cook book and modified it to my taste.

Submitted by DETERMINED_ME

The chicken version of the beefed up favorite. It's full of delicious mushrooms and onions, ready to serve over a bed of rice or noodles.

Submitted by TINKERSPELL

A great classic Italian dish that your family is sure to enjoy.

Submitted by ERINAG1978

Tasty and Nutritious

Submitted by FLYAWAYFREE

Adapted from a Kraft Magazine Recipe

Submitted by GADABOUT2

Chicken with sauce and mozzarella

Submitted by HIKE_IT

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

This is a nice twist on a not-too-fishy fish.

Submitted by GLITTERFAIRY77

So extremely rich and creamy, you'll think you're eating 10 times the calories!!

Submitted by BLOODYEYES

Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides.

Submitted by JENNLOVE

I use this for taco salad and taco pie.

Submitted by FIONNUALLA

Indian spices add zest to this traditional vegetarian dish.

Submitted by LOTUS737

Miss going out for wings? These nuggets should help!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

A very easy way to make pulled pork in the slow cooker. This is a tangy BBQ type sauce.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

A wonderful way to warm up from the warm chili and HOT spices!

Submitted by DMWOOD13

A tasty, deceptivly healthy burger, good for anyone who loves mexican food but without all the calories!

Submitted by KIMSTOTEN

A slow cooked stew that is packed with Vitamins A and C.

Submitted by BETHHL

This recipe was passed down to me by my Chinese coworker. Tastes like it was made in a Chinese restaurant!

Submitted by JMM1383

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

Fall fruit adds a twist and replacing mayo with low-fat yogurt makes it a little more healthy. This is great for leftover chicken.

Submitted by SHAUGHNA_S

This low-calorie, low-fat version of the classic bbq sandwich will be a new family favorite!

Submitted by INFJMJ

Orange and grapefruit add flavor and vitamin-C to this fiber rich bean salad.

These are really good paired with potato salad! You can also add onions or green peppers if you'd like.

Submitted by ICEDRAGONEZZ

A great chili that is perfect with cornbread muffins.

Submitted by SUZIEQW

meatless - uses Morningstar Farms Grillers Crumbles

Submitted by 4GIVN1

No hold-bar, the tastiest flank marinade. Period.

Submitted by AGRANDEMANGE

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Quick, tasty crock pot recipe ready for something with the seasoning to match a take-out craving, but with none of the effort or fat!

Submitted by MYSHELLE10

St. Patty's Day Special

Submitted by CHIIEDDY

This is by far the fastest meal to prepare and there is never any leftovers in my house.
Let the crock pot do the work!

Submitted by LDPIPER

A great recipe to throw in the slow cooker before work and it will be ready for you when you get home from work.

Submitted by MRSLUD

Tangy Chicken Dish

Submitted by VJB2601

Ready in just 20 minutes.

Stuffed green bell peppers from Mom's recipe..a great Sunday meal!

Note: You can use ground beef instead of ground turkey, but the nutritional facts will be different--the facts posted are for turkey. I find they taste just as good with the turkey.

Submitted by EVERLASTINGGOO

Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan!

Submitted by RACHIELOO

Light & luscious, just right for your appetite.

Submitted by LOVE2COOK

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

Submitted by RHG2525

This is a quick & easy recipe that tastes great!

Submitted by CARLASKIS

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

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

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

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

This recipe makes quite a bit, so you can take half of the remaining chicken mixture and sauce and make soup. See "sour cream chicken enchilada soup" that I also submitted.

Submitted by SKEYDOO

A terrific dish when served over a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by SERRA55

A favorite at Christmas, this is great for dinner and leftovers.

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

Not just for the lunchroom anymore. These Sloppy Joes are given an extra boost with some surprise ingredients.

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

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

An easy slow cooker recipe that the family will enjoy!

Submitted by LOSER1231

Baked potatoes stuffed with seasoned cottage cheese are a lavish low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-sodium treat.

Great spicy filling stew!

Submitted by SWEETCANELA1

A quick, easy and healthy meal in minutes!

Submitted by DEFREYTAG

Quick and nutritious, high in iron, protein and other nutrients

Submitted by RDEPASS

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

A low-fat and easy to prepare version of this favorite chicken entree.

Great tasting and Healthy alternative to fries.

Submitted by LIZZS2NDCHANCE

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 comfort food classic is great for a family dinner. Members turn to this meal again and again for good reason: It's easy, tasty, and ready in just 30 minutes!

Submitted by CHALIGAL155

These sautéed pork chops with a curried pan sauce make a quick weeknight dinner.

Kid friendly and easily exhanged ingredients will make this no hassle dish a sure pleaser!

Submitted by FORMERFATTY

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

Chicken and a savory sauce wrapped up.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*

This is a delicious and easy Pakistani recipe

Submitted by QUILTBUGJ

A heart-healthy one-dish meal that is made with lean top round beef, lots of vegetables, and a spicy, herb mixture.

This quick Southern dish contains no added fat and very little added salt in its spicy tomato sauce.

This is a great recipe to use as a basis for plenty of meals!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

a new twist on salsa, great for using cukes from the garden in the summer!

Submitted by SLINKY78

Tostada means toasted in Spanish, and in this simple recipe, Chef Meg makes a crunchy, crispy, chewy, cheesy tostada using leftovers from her Slow Cooker Provencal Chicken and Beans dish.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by 2BHOTT

We don't like baked fish, but this is delicious!

Submitted by JANA_N_TN

Submitted by MARIESANSOM

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

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

This is a great Indian-inspired dish that does not require marinating. It's great served over rice or quinoa. The curry leaves are optional. Curry leaves taste vaguely citrus-y and slightly bitter, they do not taste like curry.

Submitted by NVR2HEALTHY

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

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

A simple, nutritious recipe for home-made pizza dough... From SparkPerson 'JENNYNBOYS'!

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

Chef Meg Galvin turned this member-submitted recipe into a hearty entree that's bursting with flavor by reducing the amount of oil used and changing some of the cooking techniques to maximize taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

After nearly a year, I'm still in the process of Sparking some of my standard recipes. Here is my son's favorite, and it stayed under 300 calories per serving! (Pasta is NOT figured in) I always make a huge batch and freeze in dinner-sized portions - I find it more economical that way, both in dollars and time.

Submitted by LEAKAY59

With this dish you get a serving of fruit in every portion. Dice the orange if you prefer smaller pieces and�if you�re feeling creative�use a vegetable peeler to create curls of orange zest.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by MBH1118

A low-fat, heart healthy version of this traditional comfort food.

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Get your daily dose of omega-3 fatty acid with this lime and ginger flavored salmon dish.

Slow cookers aren’t just for meat! This is a tasty, affordable one-pot vegetarian meal that’s filling and perfect for your slow cooker.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A tasty shrimp dish, that's great for entertaining.

Submitted by VBENNETT6287

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

An experiment with leftovers yields a delightful, filling vegetarian meal.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Sweet potatoes and black beans are a match made in heaven. Add salsa and sour cream, plus some cheese, and I am one happy woman. This dish came about because I wanted to make better-for-us enchiladas. My boyfriend loves this recipe!

This dish is high in fiber, full of protein, and teeming with vegetables.

A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish.

Submitted by HEATHER121

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

Submitted by BCJL13

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

Chef Meg lowered the fat and calories in this member-submitted recipe, which contains two servings of cooked vegetables per portion!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A yummy way to cut the calories, not the tradition.

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Chef Meg added flavor with parsley and capers to cut the salt, reduced the cooking time and used hearty plum tomatoes instead of canned.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

A lower fat version of our traditional Christmas Breakfast.

Submitted by JOCYMC

Our family tradition... but a healthy option any day of the year!

Submitted by GABRIELLE8812

While Chicken Parmesan is traditionally fried, this lighter version is delightful atop a hearty green salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A nice way to introduce veggies to your meals

Submitted by GINITASD

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

Submitted by LYZ219

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

Submitted by LILYANN2

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A tasty way to get your veggies during BBQ season

Submitted by EMMAPALE

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

Submitted by AEGARRISON

Ready in 25 minutes.

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar Salad.

Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.

"This recipe was wonderful! Probably one of the best I have tested!" Chef Meg really didn't have to change this recipe very much. It certainly gets her stamp of approval though! She did increase the serving size.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

My kids never complain about eating both beans and greens in one meal when they're served alongside rich, slow-cooked pork.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG