A quick and delicious smoothie to satisfy that sweet tooth in a healthy way! My kids LOVE these smoothies.

Submitted by RAEBRALOP

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

Submitted by JENNLOVE

A lovely egg dish that highlights all the flavors of late spring. This dish can be made ahead of time and served room temperature. Perfect for brunch or even a light lunch!

Submitted by RICKIEBETH

Make this ahead of time and then refrigerate for a quick, protein-packed breakfast that's also portion-controlled. Top with salsa (optional) and serve with toast for a complete breakfast.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Everyone will love this simple dish that's full of flavor!

Submitted by SMOKINGSBADFORU

Who can resist thick, creamy decadent cheesecake? Try this low-fat version in the single serving size.

Great as a side dish or dessert!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

An interesting but tasty dessert, perfect for a cool evening.

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

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

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

A super easy version of the crispy fried eggplant parm I love!

Submitted by JFALGIATANO

Submitted by TRACIREUTER

Submitted by SEV1993

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

For the zucchini lovers!

Submitted by JAXON3604

This hummus and feta wrap is so quick and easy if you store pre-cut vegetables in your fridge. It is a great, lowfat, heart healthy lunch!

Submitted by ANNACARABALLO

These moist pancakes are lightly spiced for the palate of my young child. If you like a bit more pizazz, you can increase the spices or add others. Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice both work nicely here.

Submitted by ANNE_SP

Delicious & easy - just learned from my big sister... It's SO good!

Submitted by KINI08

With the strong flavor of orange and strawberries, combined with creamy banana and a surprisingly smooth taste from spinach, you get at least 2.5 servings of fruit & veggies! Pretty awesome..

Submitted by KRAVMAGAGIRL

This high-fiber, high-protein, low-fat salad travels well.

Submitted by EMMAPALE

My family loves to eat pancakes at Perkins and IHOP, but they are so unhealthy. I wanted a pancake that would provide better nutrition, so I developed this recipe instead. This has become a family favorite--even my teenagers love them! They are easy to make and taste so good, they are my "go to" breakfast when we have company.

Submitted by CASE4GRACE

Use your indoor grill to make a wonderful vegetable sandwich!

Submitted by TERRYDROSDAK

meatless pasta

Submitted by BJCHOOMS

This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, leave the forks in the cabinet and bring out the chopsticks!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by SIMPV2336

Submitted by COBANION

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

Submitted by 2BHOTT

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

Submitted by SPICEAHOLIC

If you love Mexican and are looking for a new way to prepare chicken breast, here it is. It is so delicious and so easy to prepare. Enjoy!!

Submitted by KWOODSON

Very yummy and much lighter than regular chocolate chip cookies. Considered a hit by all!

Submitted by TERRIANGEL

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

This comes out so moist and you cut out most of the fat using applesauce

Submitted by MAGGSR74

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

Submitted by SKYSHOOTER44

Apples and raisins provide the moistness, which means less oil can be used in this low saturated fat, low cholesterol, and low sodium coffee cake.

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by AMYKAREENA

Makes 14-ish cookies, sized about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter each (I don't follow instructions too well - there's just NOT a teaspoon-sized cookie in my repertoire!)

Submitted by BIGGIRL2082010

A banana Bread that is low in fat, Low in calories but tastes great too!!

Submitted by COLLEEN76

Family recipe passed to me from my grandmother

Submitted by SUPERTROUPERJEN

This is chocolate cake in a coffee cup...with a few changes to make it healthier

Submitted by SPITFIRE12

Classic chocolate chip cookies with slightly modified ingredients to make them healthier, yet just as tasty as the original.

Submitted by GINNYPENNY

My sister-in-law experimented with many different recipes to get this right, she is a great cook and we all love her muffins. This can also be put in a bread pan to make banana bread.

Submitted by TRUTHISBEAUTY

Gread dessert

Submitted by DOCKERYLB

So very moist and NO ADDED eggs or oil!
Obviously mayo is made from eggs and oil. Also, I use Hellman's (Best Foods) Light Mayo but it is still pretty healthy with regular. Moistest cake ever though. The family loves it. For real decadence frost with Sander's Frosting. YUM!

Submitted by DAKOTATURTLE

A treat for when you're craving the taste of pumpkin pie.

Submitted by ~PENNY~

This is a great substitute for ice cream, my weakness!

Submitted by MARIAOROURKE05

Make in cake pan or ramekins

Submitted by CINDYSUE48

Sweet treat for dessert, or at any time of the day.

Tangy citrus cake!

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Submitted by HAPYCLRK

Fresh Fruit Dessert

Submitted by CMMIRANDA72

Taste just like Girl Scout cookies - seriously!! Super simple recipe, perfect for the holidays or just a household munchie; perfect for those times of the year when you can't get the real thing. :o)

Submitted by LORELEI_2

Although chocolate and zucchini may sound like an odd combination, these are scrumptious! A whole-grain and veggie treat!

Submitted by ALYSONL

Warm meat, gooey cheese, and grilled vegetables--what's not to love about a Philly cheese steak? How about the more than 1,600 calories in each one! This take on the classic skimps on fat but not flavor.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

These are SUPER easy, quick, and amazing – perfect for snacking on the go.

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Forget buying packets of seasonings. They're expensive and often full of salt. Save sodium and money by making this easy herb blend. Use it in sauces, soups, stews, on meats... anywhere you want to add Italian flavor without fat or sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

My whole family loves these! Although they may seem small (considering the size of muffin we can get in a bakery) but we always add a helping of fruit or yogurt for breakfast. Yummy!

Submitted by CHICKLET14580

The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat.

A healthy and filling middle eastern dip! Eat it as an appetizer or snack with some pita. Why buy your hummus ready made from the store, when you can make it yourself?

Submitted by GRANT_ME_WINGS

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A great meal on a cold day!

Submitted by SAUGADREZ

This was my great-grandfather's favorite salad. He didn't like lettuce, so when he saw this salad coming out, he always said, "Oh boy, salad!" thus the name.

Submitted by TANGO5617

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Nothing beats a bowl of fresh, homemade chicken noodle soup.

My entire family loves this recipe. It's wonderful on a cold day.

Submitted by SHELMIKLIS

Cooked spinach gets some crunch to it.

This has been a great substitute for potato salad for me.

Submitted by JULIAAWATTS26

For all you cabbage lovers--this may be the soup for you.

Submitted by WITTSEND

Simple and nutritious

Submitted by MPRIETO2025

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

Submitted by CRUISIN2LOSE

Hummus is a simple dip that goes well with raw veggies, chips or warm pita bread. You and your guests will love it!

Submitted by JULZ654

Very tasty and easy to make

Submitted by BUSYCHARLES

based on recipe from "Is It Soup Yet?" by Dot Vartan

Submitted by FLOYDSMOM

This is a reduced calorie version, but the taste is still there. You can add other things like mayo, pickles, tomato, etc., but need to adjust calories for each additional item.

Submitted by LAC936

Submitted by LOSIN4MYSELF

Slow roasting gives incredible flavor to this simple soup.

Submitted by EMINPDX

Submitted by MIQUEY73

EASY, creamy cauliflower soup that's LOW in calories!

Submitted by AMOUS_13

Found Recipe from Angelfire.com

Submitted by SILVERDOLPHIN1

My quick & filling take on a crock pot staple. I have not added any salt to this recipe, but you may if you like. Also, we like to add a little tabasco sauce to spice it up a little at the end. Serve with whole grain bread or salad for a complete meal.

Enjoy!

Submitted by TRISHAUC

These tasty roasted vegetables can be cooked on the grill or roasted in the oven! The pineapple adds a wonderful sweetness to the vegetables. This recipe is easily modified to include your favorite vegetables or spices.

Submitted by HONEYLEA

I am known for my pancakes, so trust me on this one!

Submitted by AMROZ123

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

rich macaroni and cheese explodes with flavor for two-thirds of the dish's usual fat content.

Submitted by BSING46

A great recipe that is easy to make.

Submitted by SPROUT

These add a hearty side to any meal.

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

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

Who doesn't love rich and creamy mac and cheese?

Higher in Protein & Fiber and lower in Fat and Carbs than regular pancakes!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

The garlic in this recipe gives the zucchini divine flavor.

Best asparagus you ever had

Submitted by AUNTKEEKEE

Chef Meg lightened up a picnic and potluck favorite! Her secret ingredient (shh, don't tell!) is pickle juice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A warm, sweet baked apple is the perfect ending to any meal.

This tomato soup is so rich and thick you'll swear it's laden with cream and butter. The trick is really good tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These are great served as a side dish with any meal.

Submitted by KEVINKELLY

These “mashed potatoes” taste just as good as the real thing, but they’re much lower in carbs!

This is a great tasting spinach and artichoke side dish. Make it even more healthy with fat free mayo and sour cream and a butter substitute.

Submitted by TAHLON

My family doesn't like to eat vegetables, but they beg for seconds with this recipe!!! This gives broccoli a wonderful, nutty flavor that everyone will love.

Submitted by YENVED

An easy and tasty casserole for any meal! It also reheats well in the microwave.

Submitted by CJCERTS

The perfect soup to warm your belly on a cold night or soothe you when you're sick.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by JULZ654

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

Submitted by BLUEMURRAY

Swiss chard is a heart-healthy leafy green that everyone should include in their diet. This recipe is an excellent source of calcium, so you'll build bone with every bite.

Submitted by KINKYBOOTSNO1

Not your basic yams.

Yummy asparagus baked with Parmasean and olive oil

Submitted by JITTABUG118

Asparagus both tastes great and is high in folate and potassium!

You'll never believe that this creamy rich side dish doesn't have any potatoes! It's also high in protein with 10g per serving!

Submitted by NADALIA

Baked Cauliflower at its best!

Submitted by CATAPOS

A tempting dish that will delight all who consume it.

These delectable balls are a treat to eat and very filling.

Submitted by NEWDAYNEWWAY75

A sweet dish of sauteed summer vegetables, guaranteed to make your mouth water!

Submitted by LOVERMINE

I stole this recipe from memebr MrsMohr.... she was on vacation and I wanted to add all the stuff together, so this is hers!! It is the only mashed cauliflower recipe I actually love!

Submitted by SNAVELA1

Submitted by SMSWAN

Submitted by CMCFEE

Courtesy of the NLHB, part of the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services www.nhlbi.nih.gov

Submitted by JENNIFERCLEMENT

Easy Side Dish Recipe

Submitted by PHOENIX53

These are sooo tasty!

Submitted by MTNMUNCHKIN

If you love veggies, you will love this side dish.

Submitted by DAVENPLK

A delicious addition to any meal or by itself.

Submitted by CYRUSFAMILY

This is a makeover of my favorite banana bread recipe. Friends and family have loved it for years...but the healthy version is just as good and much less guilt!

Submitted by SMURFETT88

Submitted by TURC204

the egg and the water should be measured together to equal 1 and a 1/2 cups, plus add two tablespoons of water. Put all ingredients together in a bread machine in the order that they are in. When dough is ready, take out and shape into desired shape . let rise till double in size. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes

Submitted by TCODDING

Submitted by 4ARROWS

Submitted by KITTYCHATALOT

These are nice when filled with fruit, such as chunky applesauce, or fresh cut up berries!

Submitted by POKIE1

Submitted by AOITONBO

Potato Lakes for Hanukkah.

Submitted by CATJOTOLLI

Submitted by DIANEPOHL

My take on greek spinach/feta dish made for healthy eating and breakfast/brunch

Submitted by WENDI_WA1

A lighter, lower carb way to enjoy fresh blueberry muffins. Delicious!

Submitted by WINDY01

These are really low in fat and carbs and can be served in a bun or with a salad. Very tasty.

Will spread if you use the George Foreman Grill, normal skillet is fine.

Submitted by FLOWERDALEJEWEL

I love this, I use low fat cream cheese but you could use fat free.

Submitted by RAWKNRUN

Better and healthier meatloaf

Submitted by LOSINGCHICK

Easy healthy breakfast dish that can be eaten on the go!

Submitted by NADALIA

This casserole is very good for everyone, but especially for diabetics. There is no bread or milk. There is no setting over night.

Submitted by KAF61214

South Beach all Phases

Submitted by GUTBOMB

Lemon-Garlic-Parmesan Cheese!-A little bit of my favorite fish ingredients all in one dish!

Submitted by CHRISSIET01

This is a low carb adaptation. There are no potatoes in this particular recipe due to my low carb lifestyle. It is tasty. You may add sour cream as a garnish.
There are many substitutions to be made to this basic recipe. Have fun playing around with it!

Submitted by JOEKNEE

Quick & easy egg muffins to make now and take later! South Beach - all phases

Submitted by CODYJO

This is the best chicken & spinach casserole ever! I found this recipe online @ 3fatchicks.com!

Submitted by SHARILYNN757

Low Carb, Low Fat, very simple dish that adds great flavor to chicken breast.

Submitted by ANEWAY

Submitted by CABUDDLES

Low carb and very yummy! I threw this together with ingredients I had on hand and it turned out delicious! My husband and daughter could not get enough of it! I love crockpot recipes, especially in winter. You can use low fat/reduced sodium cream of chicken soup if you want to reduce fat and sodium more and serve this over rice or wide egg noodles if you aren't watching carbs.

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

Delicious! Goes great with a leafy green salad.

Submitted by ARTEMISINKED

Submitted by IRISHTHING

These are so good youwon't beleive it

Submitted by JNORMAN1969

Tuna patties with sour cream, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs.

Submitted by STARSBELOW

Submitted by OHANAPAPA

These pancakes cook like real pancakes and work well as a salty or sweet breakfast/snack!!
Great texture, color, and flavor :)

Submitted by TEXANBUTTERFLY

Threw this together today.

Submitted by AGRANDEMANGE

This is a very savory dish and tastes decedent but is low in calories and satisfying. Tastes great over a campfire.

Submitted by MOUNTAINBIKER1

Low in calories and carbs..yum

Submitted by PUNKIN7743

Submitted by CHASITYMUNN

from "Kalyn's Kitchen", this is a phase 2 or 3 South Beach-friendly recipe that you can put together with a few ingredients - not time consuming at all! check out her site for lots of great ideas. http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/

Submitted by LAURA-OH

This dish is easy to prepare - mix all ingredients (and salt and/or pepper to taste) and marinate with chicken for 10 minutes up to 24 hours before (refrigerate if marinating more than 20 minutes). For Honey, note that 1 tbsp = 3 tsp (i.e. 2/3 tbsp = 2 tsp). Feel free to substitute seasonings to taste.

Recommend preparing this for a family or, for multiple meals to be used in salads, with pasta, veggies and more.

Submitted by ZANNERQ

Lean and versatile, this recipe is the little black dress of your healthy recipe arsenal. Cook this roast on a Sunday and enjoy it throughout the week. We used no salt, just pepper for a truly flavorful roast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by ICEDRAGONEZZ

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

Submitted by FORMERFATTY

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

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

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

These are great. Even my kids love them. Serve on a whole wheat bun and you have a tasty , healthy meal.

update: After making these again, I changed the servings from 4 to 6. Still a good size burger, but a better serving size.

Submitted by SEESKO

A casserole the entire family will love.

Submitted by CRAZYGEMINIGIRL

Something so simple and tastes great!

Submitted by ABC_123

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

Submitted by SHANNJ77

Fast, Easy and Delicious!

Submitted by YEEHAWSISTER

A tasty addition to your favorite spaghetti sauce or a great warm appetizer for a party.

Submitted by KEVINKELLY

A family favorite that takes no time at all--except for in the slow cooker!

Submitted by BF819CJ

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

Roasted chicken is a simple and versatile protein. Use it in soups, throw it on pasta or pair it with a simple salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY