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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

a lighter take on the original

Submitted by OSAUSSIE

I usually go for the more complicated recipes, assuming that the more ingredients and preparation steps, the better. This recipe has changed the way I look at simplicity when it comes to cooking. Fancy spices be darned--this is the only way I'll cook salmon any more!

Submitted by VRAKLIS

Great for a quick weeknight dinner

Submitted by PSYCOFREAK

Submitted by FEELINFROGGY1

Irresistible! I like to use chicken breasts that have been marinating in buttermilk marinade overnight.

Submitted by LIBBYIMLISTENEN

Submitted by JILLYBEAN1965

A very low calorie soup that fills you right up!

Submitted by LEIGHWOMAN

Submitted by JNORMAN1969

Tzatziki is a Greek and Turkish appetizer, also used as a sauce or dip. This recipe is perfect with Mediterranean dishes or anything else on a hot summer's day.

Submitted by LOULOUB

My mom used to make pies of this custard for all the holidays, so it's my ultimate comfort food. Without the pie shell, it's so easy (not to mention completely gluten-free), that I now make it whenever I have extra ricotta and want a dessert.

Submitted by ELENASAN

Yummy!

Submitted by PRINCESSNURSE

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

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

Submitted by LINJEN

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

Tasty, refreshing salad for a main course or side dish

Submitted by YASMINDURAN

Submitted by THOMWIGLE

This colorful low-sodium cholesterol-free vegetable baked dish is prepared without any added fat.

This is tasty low-calorie fare, which can be served as either the main course or the side dish. Substitute light mayonnaise to reduce calories further.

Submitted by CHASUK

The garlic in this recipe gives the zucchini divine flavor.

My mom gave me this recipe. She eats it daily. It is very tasty! I started losing weight after adding it to my regular diet. Sometimes I add hot sauce to spice it up a bit! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Submitted by KITKATK

An easy slow cooker recipe that the family will enjoy!

Submitted by LOSER1231

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

A lower-fat version of your favorite creamy broccoli soup.

This apple crisp is sweet and simple to prepare, but uses very little added sugar.

Submitted by JLCROMP

The most 'un-diet-like' diet friendly dessert ever!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

These are fast and tasty. If desired, top with a bit of marinara, mustard, etc. This makes 4 small patties, so I usually double the recipe for my family.

Submitted by IMSHERRY7

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Easy & Great Snack

Submitted by KAM1973

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

A great recipe that is easy to make.

Submitted by SPROUT

Ditch those packets from the supermarket, and whip up a batch of this simple, tasty taco seasoning!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

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

This dressing turns my favorite greens into a meal. Maple syrup is not only full of calories it also contains necessary minerals, and the almonds are also very nutritious.

Submitted by JOCELYNE_M

This hearty soup will warm you from the inside out.

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

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

Add Lipton onion soup mix too! One packet works fine! Rotel works in place of the stewed tomatoes for a spicy kick! Soup Mix not included in nutrition value

Submitted by SGASKILL

Submitted by CHESSMANS2000

Love pumpkin pie? Hate the guilt? The preservatives of the store made brands? This is an easy to make and bake pumpkin pie, best of all using fat free milk, egg whites, and low fat pie crust cut the calories and fat more than in half! This tastes great and is excellent with fat free cool whip!!! Feel free to make it full fat if you dare, or add a little bit more spices for more of kick. Great for thanksgiving!! Enjoy!

Submitted by DIVINEMADNESS

A great party dip that all my friends ask for everytime we have a cook out or party!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Submitted by SHELLSLYN

This is a lighter take on the classic Italian preparation of Chicken Cacciatore (or Chicken Hunter Style). Our made-over version uses white meat rather than dark and less oil to cut almost 60 calories per serving and reduce the fat and sodium of the traditional recipe.

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

What a treat these burgers are! I love how the tangy flavor of the sauce and the peppery notes of the greens play off the savory burger.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by 2BHOTT

Creamy healthy dressing for salad to use in place of other higher fat cream dressings

Submitted by BRADYSMAMA

A lowfat delicious creamy Greek dressing

Submitted by BARBSDUCK

Submitted by LORABARNES

Simple and DELICIOUS Chicken Adobo. Serves 1

Submitted by POPCORNPUNCH

Pizza is one of my favorite foods, and the sweet sauce at Papa John's is my all-time favorite. My viewpoint is, if you're going to make it at home, don't make it "just as good," make it better! So I'm remaking a medium Papa John's pie with pineapple, onion and bacon(BACON!!!). Fresh homemade sauce and premium ingredients make this recipe more than worth the calories, and still trimmer than the fast food original!

Submitted by KRAMTHEGRAM

I got this from an SP friend, but it wasn't posted in the SP recipe's, so I'm putting it in for my own tracking. It's super easy, and low in calories!

Submitted by STEPH2003

Submitted by LANIS77

Wrap this chicken in tortillas with whatever extra fillings you enjoy. Delicious! (And much better than that fajita seasoning you buy in packets!)

Try my recipe for Refried Beans with this too!

Submitted by NOME__

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

Submitted by JENNLOVE

Low carb and great for cooking out!

Submitted by TANGY613

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

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

sugar free too, moist and lovely.

Submitted by SLOWSET

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

Submitted by LAUR986

Broccoli salad is a summertime party staple. This version is healthier--with plenty of flavor from almonds and raisins!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This Mexican pizza is a tasty alternative to traditional pizza. Add grilled chicken or cooked shrimp to change this up!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Use this whole-wheat and cornmeal crust to make my delicious Mexican pizza.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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Submitted by STBMRS.O

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Submitted by HELLOJODY

Sauce these up or not. Add your favorite herbs. These are delicious and taste like meatloaf.

Submitted by KSWANSON52

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

Submitted by LYZ219

Vinaigrettes are perfect as salad dressing, a dipping sauce for steamed vegetables, and a marinade for lean cuts of meats.

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

Submitted by CHERIJ30

Hummus goes South of the Border!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This creamy, tangy dip does double duty: with mint, it's a perfect pair with Greek fare; with coriander and cumin, it cools down spicy Indian curries.

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