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Incredible! 5.0/5

Submitted by LANDVSMOM

Carbs: 1.9g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 103.7
Broiled Tilapia Parmesan
Very Good 4.7/5

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

Submitted by RACHIELOO

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.6g | Calories: 194.5
Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.5g | Calories: 165.6
Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by LYZ219

Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 36.9g | Calories: 284.2
Baked Egg Cups
Very Good 4.5/5

This makes an easy weekend brunch or quick breakfast.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

Carbs: 0.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 125.6
Very Good 4.6/5

Easy to cook. Left overs are great cold the next day.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

Carbs: 9.5g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 183.6
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Carbs: 30.9g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 24.4g | Calories: 296.2
Chicken Stir Fry with Vegetables and Brown Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

I love to eat this when i'm craving Chinese food but dont want all the extra calories

Submitted by BEACHBODYREADY

Carbs: 70.1g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 11.1g | Protein: 21.7g | Calories: 387.7
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by FEELINFROGGY1

Carbs: 19.2g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 16g | Calories: 164.6
Baked Salmon Dijon
Very Good 4.5/5

The dill and sour cream give this sauce a nice kick. Great way to get in one of your servings of fish during the week!

Submitted by MRS.FELICITY

Carbs: 5g | Fat: 5.1g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 211.3
Better than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 25.5g | Calories: 171.7
Very Good 4.2/5

You gotta love tang!

Submitted by ROBAHB

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 11.5g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 32.5g | Calories: 256.1
Very Good 4.2/5

An concauction I created in 2008 during the first Monday Night Football Game.

Submitted by SHREKKC

Carbs: 42.3g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 17.4g | Calories: 266.7
Linguine with Spicy Shrimp Sauce
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 13.8g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 24.7g | Calories: 393.5
Very Good 4.9/5

Submitted by UFSWAMPCAT

Carbs: 4.9g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 6g | Protein: 9.2g | Calories: 169.2
Very Good 4.8/5

Submitted by LMLORENZ0110

Carbs: 19.6g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 16.5g | Calories: 155.4
Supreme Squash Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

Low calorie and low fat. This dish is very rich and satisfying. You can substite egg beaters for eggs to lessen cholesterol

Submitted by LADYG83

Carbs: 5.8g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 8.1g | Calories: 87.9
Very Good 4.7/5

Fast, easy 1 skillet meal the whole family is sure to love

Submitted by MAGIC10FINGERS

Carbs: 21g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 17.3g | Calories: 205.3
Very Good 4.2/5

This is a lower-fat version of a recipe I found on allrecipes.com, I cut the ground beef in half, added black beans and substituted whole wheat pasta for regular. The original recipe calls for tortilla chips on top, I omitted those.

Submitted by DOTTIEBEVERLY

Carbs: 30.8g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 15.6g | Calories: 245.3
Black Bean Spread
Very Good 4.5/5

This versatile spread can be used as a dip, filling for burritos, or as a boost of protein for quesadillas.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 17.6g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 5.8g | Calories: 101.4
Vegetarian Vindaloo
Very Good 4.2/5

Vindaloo is one of my favorite dishes in the world! This spicy Indian curry can be made vegetarian or with meat and is packed with spices. For those new to Indian cooking, I simplified the spice list, choosing five you might already have on hand.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 61g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 16.2g | Protein: 14.5g | Calories: 330.7
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
Zucchini Ribbons with Lemony Bread Crumbs
Very Good 4.1/5

Ever tried turning zucchini into "pasta"? With a vegetable peeler, it's easy to create ribbons of squash.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 56.4
15-Minute Fish with Parsley Pesto
Very Good 4.1/5

We tend to think of herbs as garnishes, but parsley takes a starring role in this fresh pesto.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 5g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 23.8g | Calories: 157
Cottage Pie
Very Good 4.0/5

Just like Chef Meg's mom (who was from Britain) used to make!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 35.7g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 23.4g | Calories: 271.3
Whole Wheat Couscous with Spinach and Squash
Good 3.9/5

A double-hitter: Each portion has almost two servings of vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 47.5g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 10.4g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 228.3
Vegetable Risotto
Very Good 4.3/5

Rich and creamy, this risotto is full of whole grains and vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33.5g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 8g | Calories: 220.2
Three-Cheese Macaroni from 'The SparkPeople Cookbook'
Very Good 4.1/5

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!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 259.6
Super Fast Pork and Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 18.2g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 37.2g | Calories: 342.3
Healthy Chicken Vegetable Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
Slimmed Down Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Very Good 4.4/5

This is the best kind of healthy recipe makeover: the kind no one will notice. Believe me when I say this dish is one of the best meals I've ever eaten.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 26g | Calories: 277.4
This recipe has been marked private.
White Chicken Chili
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Carbs: 20.2g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 25.3g | Calories: 226.1
Topless Chicken Pot Pie
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 25.2g | Fat: 16.7g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 19.1g | Calories: 325.8
Chicken Satay with Vegetables
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 237.3
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
Parmesan Chicken with Tomato-Basil Salad (Chef Meg's Makeover)
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13g | Fat: 14.9g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 39.4g | Calories: 340.5
Blacks Bean and Brown Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 45.6g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 7.7g | Protein: 8.8g | Calories: 213.2
Shelley's Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 40.1g | Fat: 12.4g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 31.7g | Calories: 392.1
Honey Mustard Roasted Chicken
Very Good 4.3/5

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 356.7
Chicken Escondido
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by CARPROTH

Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 10.2g | Protein: 36.2g | Calories: 352.9
Sesame Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Carbs: 7g | Fat: 17.5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 28.3g | Calories: 298.8
Tex Mex Calzones
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 29.2g | Fat: 14.1g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 47.7g | Calories: 413.7
Potato flake fried chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by SPICEAHOLIC

Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 35.2g | Calories: 265.2
Turkey Chili with Corn and Black Beans
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by DMWOOD13

Carbs: 21.1g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 212.6
Very Good 4.2/5

Chicken marinated in a ginger-soy-wine sauce tops this tasty vegetable dish.

Carbs: 11.9g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 132.1
Chicken Tikka Masala
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by PSDAHRI

Carbs: 12.3g | Fat: 16.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 43g | Calories: 370.2
Very Good 4.4/5

Crispy Chicken Breasts

Submitted by STARBERR1E

Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 28.2g | Calories: 180.4
Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 128.5
World's Best (and easiest) Salmon
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Carbs: 14.9g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 216.8
Shrimp Pasta (adapted from Kraft recipe, shrimp-in-love)
Very Good 4.6/5

Great for a quick weeknight dinner

Submitted by PSYCOFREAK

Carbs: 24.2g | Fat: 15.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 32.6g | Calories: 375
Crunchy Oven Fried Tilapia
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by JANA_N_TN

Carbs: 21.4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 11.2g | Protein: 26.9g | Calories: 174
Very Good 4.5/5

Super Good, Super Quick!This recipe is spectacular! If you want an amazingly quick meal, this is the way to do it. For a little less tang, reduce the lemon juice.

Submitted by SEABEACON8

Carbs: 1.1g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 25.2g | Calories: 186.5
Very Good 4.3/5

Great as a main dish or a smaller serving as a side dish.

Submitted by CHRISTINER1

Carbs: 28.4g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 17.4g | Calories: 244.2
Fool Proof Oven Baked Brown Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: Cut out salt and olive oil if possible! and watch serving size.

Submitted by LILDINI

Carbs: 22.9g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 117.2
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by JULZ654

Carbs: 43.7g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 6.7g | Calories: 230.6
Kitchen Basics: Beef Roast
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 0.1g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 28.7g | Calories: 191.2
Good 3.9/5

A simple one pan comfort food

Submitted by DISHI4

Carbs: 20.1g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 28.6g | Calories: 271.6
Very Good 4.4/5

This is one of my favorite "tried and true" recipies from my Mom. Great comfort food and the whole house smells great while it's baking! Served with a side of steamed carrots for a great, healthy meal.

Submitted by WRITINMYSTORY

Carbs: 4.5g | Fat: 9.7g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 26.4g | Calories: 217.3
HCG Ground Beef Tacos/ Lettuce Wraps
Very Good 4.8/5

Delicious and bursting with flavour
Just be sure to have plates or napkins available since the mixture can sometimes drip a little.

Submitted by LIZZY63

Carbs: 3.9g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 21.8g | Calories: 143.2
Very Good 4.4/5

A wonderful recipe that takes minimal prep time.

Submitted by HAPPYKAT71

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 89.4
Good 3.9/5

Stir-frying uses very little oil, as this dish shows.

Carbs: 15.4g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 20.1g | Calories: 208.9
This recipe has been marked private.
Honey Cilantro Shrimp Soft Tacos
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by SBMMYERS

Carbs: 58.5g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 42g | Calories: 468.1
Dijon Shrimp
Very Good 4.6/5

My entire family LOVES these shrimp!! Sooo good!!

Submitted by STORMDORE

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 23.7g | Calories: 148.5
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by CCULLIGAN

Carbs: 48.9g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 16.4g | Calories: 281.1
Low Carb Blackened Chicken Alfredo Bake
Very Good 4.9/5

This a flavorful "casserole" without the noodles and rice found in traditional casseroles. Sorry no photo with this one... family ate it too quick!

Submitted by JOEKNEE

Carbs: 6.9g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 26.9g | Calories: 240.1
Taco Seasoning
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.2g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 38.1
Chicken Breasts with Red Wine Sauce (Chicken Cacciatore)
Very Good 4.2/5

Chef Meg made over a classic dish, which is sometimes called "Hunters Chicken" or "Chicken Cacciatore."

Carbs: 5.8g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 20.6g | Calories: 188.5
Baked Pork Chops
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 28.1g | Calories: 271.6
Corn Chowder
Very Good 4.1/5

Using low-fat milk instead of cream lowers the saturated fat content in this hearty summer soup.

Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 8.1g | Calories: 209.5
balsamic glazed pork tenderloin
Very Good 4.6/5

This dish is sweet and tangy and just delicious

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

Carbs: 7.4g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 31.5g | Calories: 231.5
Incredible! 5.0/5

This smells wonderful while it's cooking. No wierd ingredients either!

Submitted by TRUCKERSW1FE

Carbs: 5.8g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 54.5g | Calories: 306
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by CYNTHIA609

Carbs: 10.7g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 5.2g | Calories: 87.5
Very Good 4.8/5

I used spaghetti squash in this recipe to make it low carb. If you want to make it low calorie substitute the beef for broccoli. You could prepare the spaghetti squash ahead of time, it stays well in the fridge.

Submitted by KYBOWENS

Carbs: 10.3g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 18.5g | Calories: 163.6
Very Good 4.0/5

I love Olive Gardens Chicken Scampi..... this is my healthy version. I have to say, it is pretty good.

Submitted by SNAVELA1

Carbs: 10.8g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 29.6g | Calories: 236.5
Very Good 4.7/5

Submitted by SGILLARD

Carbs: 2.7g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 21g | Calories: 167.5
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