This recipe came about because I had just made vegetable enchiladas and had leftovers, plus quinoa from earlier in the week. Thankfully, this experiment yielded a hearty, delicious meal.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

vegetarian chili with sweet potatoes

Submitted by HAYHON

A fresh take on a Mexican favorite. From "Party Like a Culinista: Fresh Recipes, Bold Flavors, and Good Friends."

Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

A low salt, great tasting meal. Low in fat, calories and cheap! You can get 4 meals for under $10!

Submitted by KINGBENNY

I love faux frying foods using panko. This crunchy, spicy chicken would be great on a taco salad.

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Submitted by GAUNTZERO

Great source of protein with 45.4g per serving! Also great for Vitamin B-6, C & E intake and a source of calcium, iron and manganese :)

Submitted by HAYLEYDTHATSME

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

Submitted by LAUR986

Just like Grandma used to make, she always served this over mashed potatoes with steamed green beans or a tossed salad. Mmmm comfort food!

Submitted by PSYCHEDOUT

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

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

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Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Delicious southern-style potatoes that fill you up!

Submitted by SARASOTATIM

This spring time stew is a must have at any Derby party! Traditionally made with pork, beef, chicken, and rabbit, I've added more veggies and lightened the meat. The best part: This is a slow cooker recipe, so the burgoo will be ready when the horses are loading into the gate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This salmon dinner is worthy of a restaurant. Only you will know you're doing something great for your heart in every bite!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Looking for an excellent alternative to high fat pizza? Try this recipe...chock full of veggies and cheese, it's sure to please! Leave out the ham or add other fresh veggies of your choice.

Submitted by KSWASSON44

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

This quick and easy fruit pizza makes a delicious, refreshing dessert and a colorful centerpiece. Try it at your next special occasion

Who says you have to serve fajitas in a flour tortilla? Instead of serving peppers in the fajitas, I serve fajitas in a roasted pepper!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This low-cal pizza recipe gives you the ooey-gooey taste you love -- without the fat. From Fitness Magazine

Submitted by FITNESSMAGAZINE

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

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This was an excellent member-submitted recipe that required very few tweaks to improve its healthy profile.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is THE most popular recipe on SparkRecipes. We've added more vegetables and reduced the sodium drastically to make it even better.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Tasty twist on pork chops

Submitted by FLUFFYWONKENOBE

Soy substitutes are so convincingly delicious that no one will know this isn't real chorizo. Bonus: This dish has zero cholesterol!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

This light version of an old-time favorite will save you approximately 50 calories and 8 grams of fat per serving.

Submitted by SHELMIKLIS

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 round steak dish that tastes like a million bucks!

Submitted by CHRISTIANWOLF

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

One dish meal just add a veggie.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

A tasty, low fat, perogi casserole

Submitted by DAISYKITTEN.CM

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

The only turkey recipe you'll ever need--no basting necessary.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a family favorite modified with healthier ingredients!

Submitted by OUGIRLKEL

This chili is packed with flavor and fiber. Make a big batch for a crowd or freeze it in single-serving containers for up to 4 months.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Satiate your craving for chili dogs with this tasty dish.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Smoky cumin-rubbed pork gets topped with spicy sweet sauce for a quick weeknight meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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 juicy and delicious burgers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe was given to me by a co-worker. My husband loved it. It is one that you can put together for a dinner party and impress those that are hard to please. The aroma while cooking is delightful!

Submitted by BENNYMON4

4 ingredients, 5 minutes of hands-on cooking, and dinner is served!

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

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

just for the palate and guests and ocassional

Submitted by DRASADAF

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

Absolutely excellent chili using canned black soybeans and a true 30 minute, 1 pot meal. Have your local supermarket order them for you, or buy online from netrition.com. Beans are very high in carbs and are not permitted on most low-glycemic or low-carb diets and the addition of black soybeans gives this a most authentic taste and feel. Serve with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream.

Submitted by ARTEMISINKED

A family favorite from Lithuanian beach.

Submitted by ALOUETTE99

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

This one-dish meal is great for a weeknight meal or as a appetizer for a party.Serve it with steamed broccoli or a green salad.

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Garlic lovers, rejoice! This recipe contains a whopping two heads, but the flavor mellows and sweetens when baked.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A hot brown is a Southern classic: An open-faced turkey sandwich is topped with a cheesy sauce, bacon and tomatoes. This one's a lot lighter, but you'd never know from the taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A slimmed-down version of sesame chicken from PF Chang's and other Chinese restaurants.

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Submitted by CMANN46635

From Giada de Laurentiis -- I cut the extra virgin olive oil in half to reduce the amount of fat and calories, but you are surely welcome to follow the recipe. This is one of her many highly rated dishes.

Submitted by BEEFGODDESS

This is a healthy alternative to Beef Tacos

Submitted by ADVNTRGRL

This kid-friendly comfort food is perfect for a weeknight meal. Even better: You can use frozen veggies and leftover chicken.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This stuffed bell pepper recipe is really delicious! You can use red bell peppers if you like that flavor better. It incorporates your protein, starch, and veggies in one neat package! Brown rice is used for an added nutritional punch.

Submitted by KS76017

Here is a favourite recipe of mine, it's packed with nutrients, and really easy to make with whatever veggies or meat you have on hand, or you can leave the meat out for vegetarian fare....

I actually used a cut called "Sandwich Steak" at my grocery store, I couldn't find it on here though, so I put in the flank steak cut.

The bibimbab sauce is actually a red pepper paste mixed with sesame oil, that can be found in most Asian markets (or if you have a really great International Section in your supermarket). If you find just the paste, then add a bit of oil at a time til you get a taste you like :)

I used my steamer for my rice and chopped veggies while the meat cooked, great multi-tasking lol...

The key ingredient for the proper flavour is the sesame oil! I tried to sub different oils, but it just doesn't taste very good, unless it's sesame.

I think the egg is the icing on this recipe, it makes it very authentic! (I lived in South Korea for a year, and ate this every other day!)

This is very filling, if I eat a serving for lunch, it really takes me past that 3:00 Snack Monster, I think because of the protein in it :)

Submitted by IMLUZINGIT

These salmon burgers are a unique and delicious spin on a familiar favorite. The Asian-inspired homemade coleslaw is super easy to make and tastes great.

Submitted by GORTONS_RECIPES

Flavorful tilapia is a perfect match with your favorite roasted root vegetables.

Submitted by GORTONS_RECIPES

A quick and easy version of an Italian classic that can be finished in the oven or on the stove.

Submitted by SORCHACULLEN

This recipe is so easy. The roast falls off the bone and is so tender. Served with steamed veggies, it makes as excellent entree for dinner. It also is very good to freeze. I can't take all the credit for this recipe, my sister made it for me when I visited her once.

Submitted by PEACHZ3673

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

This dish is perfect for busy nights.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Puttanesca is one of my favorite Italian sauces. This version turns ordinary dried brown lentils into real comfort food.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

The easiest and most foolproof roast ever!

Submitted by TIME4JUDI

Simple, but flavorful.

Submitted by WAZAROO

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

What's the secret to moist and flavorful chicken? Poaching it! Chicken breasts contain very little fat; this method keeps the meat from drying out.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

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

Submitted by LILYANN2

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

This meatloaf has the best of both worlds: a great crust and a moist interior! The trick is lining your slow cooker and creating a water bath. Trust me, it's worth the effort!

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Submitted by CLKOENIG

Turn healthy staples into a quick weeknight dinner for one.

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Roasted peppers and almonds pair with fresh parsley in this tangy Spanish-inspired sauce.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a recipe that sounds (and tastes) fancy but is actually quite easy to make--and ready in just 15 minutes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Need to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes? This recipe makes that happen.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

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Submitted by LINJEN

This recipe takes a traditional French dish and gives it a California twist. A good portion of the fat comes from the avocado, which has mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe was created for kids, but adults will crave a slice, too. I like to add hot pepper rings for the grown-ups!

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

A perfect oven to table dish that can be easily adapted to suit your pantry and palate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG