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Chef Meg's Slimmed-Down Party Foods

Chef Meg's Slimmed-Down Party Foods

Who says healthy food can't be fun? Not Chef Meg! You'll love her trim and tasty party foods.

(27 Recipes) Created by CHEF_MEG

Recipes in this Collection

Healthier Hot Wings
Very Good 4.2/5

Fried, battered, dripping sauce--hot wings are calorie bombs! But not these.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 16g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 28.8g | Calories: 223.2
Bruschetta-Stuffed Mushrooms
Very Good 4.3/5

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 12.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 10.2g | Calories: 191.9
Fried Cheese Sticks
Very Good 4.2/5

We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 15.1g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 140.6
Baked Potato Soup
Very Good 4.1/5

All the taste of a loaded baked potato, in a hearty soup.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 31.4g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 229.3
Beef and Blue Sandwich
Very Good 4.4/5

So good, you'll think someone brought home takeout!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 33.5g | Calories: 325
BLT Potato Snacks
Good 3.9/5

A lighter take on a pub favorite! For extra veggies, top with chopped tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 128.4
Chicken Tostadas with Corn and Peppers
Very Good 4.3/5

Tostadas top tacos in our book: This knife-and-fork meal lets you pile on more (healthy) toppings!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 24.2g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 24.7g | Calories: 263
Cheesy Salsa Dog
Good 3.8/5

Satiate your craving for chili dogs with this tasty dish.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 34.7g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 7.3g | Protein: 14g | Calories: 194.7
Chili Con Carne
Very Good 4.4/5

Families have gone to war over chili recipes! I love a thick, meaty chili with loads of beans and vegetables. Thankfully my family agrees!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 40.6g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 13.7g | Protein: 24.4g | Calories: 276.5
Chipotle Mustard Sauce
Good 3.3/5

Use this spicy, creamy sauce on pretzels, on sandwiches or even on a baked sweet potato.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 14.7
Creamy Grilled Strawberry Sandwich
Very Good 4.1/5

This is a great dessert that's delicious when strawberries are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 144.9
Crunchy Cole Slaw
Good 3.9/5

This crunchy cole slaw is a healthier version of that summer favorite: ramen noodle salad. Two servings of vegetables in every portion!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 5.8g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 69.8
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
Easy Cucumber Cups
Good 3.6/5

Perfect for your next party--or turn any snack into a festive event!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2.6g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 26.6
Polenta Rounds with Creamy Pesto
Good 3.7/5

This simple and delicious appetizer is very festive--red and green for the holidays.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 2.3g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 41.4
Pretzel Dipping Sauce
Good 3.0/5

This dip is so easy but looks fancy. Experiment with different colored peppers and flavors of salsa and hummus to change up each batch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 30.8
Lemon Zucchini Dip
Very Good 4.0/5

This dip is great for a midday snack alongside vegetables or whole-grain crackers or as a cold sauce for sandwiches. This version is full of vegetables and fresh herbs instead of beans.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.7g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 37.9
Light and Creamy Cole Slaw
Good 3.5/5

It'll be our little secret that this recipe isn't high in fat. It's so creamy no one will ever know!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 8.3g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 51.8
Turkey Reuben
Very Good 4.4/5

This is Chef Meg's take on a turkey reuben!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 38.7g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 28.5g | Calories: 339.5
Mini Taco Cups
Very Good 4.3/5

These bite-size tacos are always a hit in our house! Have some fun with this recipe; try adding chopped chives, avocado, different varieties of beans, or red onions.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 59.4
Prosciutto Lettuce Bites
Good 3.6/5

This is truly just a little bite, but it packs so much flavor. You'll love this fancy appetizer! It proves that you can enjoy rich ingredients in small portions.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.7g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 20.1
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
Spicy Sliders
Good 3.5/5

Save money and increase nutrition in your burgers. The secret ingredient? Lentils!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 9.3g | Calories: 107.3
Grilled Spicy Fish Tacos
Good 3.0/5

Fish tacos are a fresh and tasty alternative to the beef or turkey filling that we’re all accustomed
to.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 18.3g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 22.2g | Calories: 171.1
Greek Turkey Burger
Very Good 4.3/5

You'll forget all about beef burgers once you try these. Salty and rich feta is mixed with lean ground turkey and Greek herbs for a juicy and delicious burgers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 10.4g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 222.1
Fruit Kebabs with Coconut Yogurt
Very Good 4.4/5

Serve these fruit kebabs at your next party.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.3g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 42.1
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
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