my faves
(44 Recipes) Created by ANJOBIN0319
Recipes in this Collection
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This is such a hearty savory soup--and it's vegan! The color alone should win you over. By roasting the vegetables you get a sweet smoky smell and taste. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 23.8g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 9.2g | Calories: 149.9
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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 Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 51.6
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Really yummy, healthy and rather cheap to make. My husband and daughter love this recipe. It is a spin off of the traditional chicken and rice. I listed portions for serving of 8(food for 2 days), but you can cut down if needed. Submitted by YCATSTOUCH Carbs: 19.6g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 10.8g | Calories: 128.9
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Tofu, veggies and super duper pasta Submitted by NAWAILOHI Carbs: 48.9g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 20.7g | Calories: 328.3
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cheap and fast Submitted by ARC10SGRRL Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 197.9
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whenever money was tight and it was close to payday, but she had no money, my mother would make this old standard. It would last for a few meals, it was warm and comforting, you could feel the love in every bite. Submitted by THECAT39 Carbs: 28.7g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 5.1g | Protein: 18.4g | Calories: 268.9
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An easy and tasty casserole for any meal! It also reheats well in the microwave. Submitted by CJCERTS Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 13.9g | Calories: 178.2
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Tasty and good for you! Submitted by CHELLESHOCKED Carbs: 31.4g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 24.4g | Calories: 266.3
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Fast, easy & delicious! Oh, and low cal! Perfect to get your morning started. Submitted by HOPEIGETIT2 Carbs: 13g | Fat: 8.7g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 22.6g | Calories: 200.3
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This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 82.1
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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
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I adjusted the recipe to lower the fat and calories. Submitted by KASIBUG Carbs: 21g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 20.4g | Calories: 210.5
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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
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This hearty soup is perfect for when there is a chill in the air, and you want dinner waiting for you as you walk in the door. NOTE: You must soak the beans overnight. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 33.2g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 16.2g | Protein: 18.4g | Calories: 216.5
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With "The SparkPeople Cookbook," desserts and treats are part of the plan. Chef Meg slims down favorite sweets, ditching most of the fat and calories--but keeping the flavor. This is a "must-try" recipe! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 116.7
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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 Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 65.9
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These are addictive. They're sweet, salty, spicy, and crunchy. Cut back on the sriracha/chili flakes to tame these fiery nuts. Use smoked (not hot or sweet) paprika. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 241.6
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Submitted by LINJEN Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 20.9g | Calories: 214.5
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This recipe is better (and better-for-you) than takeout! Submitted by TAM101 Carbs: 66g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 34.9g | Calories: 453
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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
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This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! Cooking fish or chicken in parchment-paper packets is a technique known as en papillote. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 23.4g | Calories: 158.4
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This is a great kids’ meal, or cut each quesadilla into eight pieces for an appetizer. Submitted by SPCOOKBOOK Carbs: 14.6g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 25.7g | Calories: 241.7
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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
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I don't know a kid who doesn't love the combo of cheese and barbecue sauce. This dish is a swap on mac-n-cheese and BBQ chicken that's quick and grown-up approved. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 41g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 23.2g | Calories: 295.6
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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
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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 Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 234
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Turn any night into a special occasion with this 20-minute meal inspired by a Parisian bistro. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 10.7g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 18.8g | Calories: 208
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A sure family favorite, make the night before and pop into the oven. Carbs: 20.5g | Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 28g | Calories: 304.4
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Replacing cream with tofu makes this decadent pasta dish a welcome addition to any healthy diet. Carbs: 23.3g | Fat: 12.6g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 16.1g | Calories: 268.3
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Stir-fry vegetables with bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, and shirataki noodles - Simple to make and delicious! Submitted by GLOBALEMPIRE Carbs: 12.3g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 5g | Calories: 134.7
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Tofu is high in protein and calcium, low in fat and sodium, and cholesterol-free. Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 9.4g | Calories: 132.7
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This easy to make and kid friendly casserole is only 3 Weight Watchers points per serving. Each serving counts as 1 serving of vegetables, 1 serving of milk, 1/2 serving of healthy oil, and almost a full day's supply of Vitamin C. With only a 162 calories each, go ahead and have two servings! Submitted by ELMNOP Carbs: 19.9g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 10g | Calories: 162.1
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A smooth, low-cal, protein rich soup. It's also super quick to make. Submitted by BARBYCHICAGO Carbs: 19.8g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 144.6
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I called this lazy tofu because it has become one of my go-to dinners for those nights where you just don't WANT TO COOK! Submitted by DOUBLEOHSEVEN Carbs: 20g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 11g | Calories: 168
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Serve warm or cold, as a side or a snack. Submitted by HYEFIVE Carbs: 2.7g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 11.1g | Calories: 110.5
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Even a lunch portion of fettuccine Alfredo has 800 calories and 48 grams of fat. Mine has less than 1/2 the calories, 1/5 the fat, and plenty of veggies, too. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 53g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 8.9g | Protein: 16.9g | Calories: 343.6
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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
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Ditch the condensed "cream of whatever" soups and make this instead. You only need 10 minutes of hands-on cooking time for a filling yet light bowl of comforting soup. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 13.8g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 21.3g | Calories: 172.3
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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 Carbs: 18g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 24.8g | Calories: 271
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A creamy, comforting casserole in just 30 minutes! Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES Carbs: 37.1g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 32.7g | Calories: 349.4
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There is room for red meat in a healthy lifestyle. The key is choosing lean cuts and healthful cooking methods. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 4.1g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 23.4g | Calories: 230.8
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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 Carbs: 7.9g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 27g | Calories: 175.9
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A steakhouse quality supper ready in under 10 minutes! Submitted by SPCOOKBOOK Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 18.2g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 18.5g | Calories: 245.8
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A hearty, healthier take on an iconic American meal. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 14.4g | Calories: 196.6
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