Great for the fall holidays! Or just for a healthy snack!

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Peppery parsley balanced by sweet, tangy mint.

Perfect for cold winter nights, this savory soup also boasts an unexpected hint of spice.

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This recipe creates its own thin crust and can easily be made vegan.

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Sounds unusual, but try it! It's excellent for using up your Halloween pumpkins.

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Both chickpeas and mayonnaise keep this butter-less chocolate cake moist and nutritious.

You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish!

This substantial salad offers a healthy balance of vegetables and protein. It provides a wide range of textures, colors, and seasonings.

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

For a hearty, rich turkey dinner, try this polenta dish.

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

This easy-to-make shortcake biscuit, which uses baking powder, will bring back memories of traditional versions.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

More than just plain cheese, this pizza will wake up your taste buds.

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

Cooked lentils are high in calcium, potassium, zinc, and iron.

Your grill just got more exciting. Try this vitamin-packed dish!

A yummy way to start the day with very little fat and lots of flavor!

Submitted by JOJOMKE

This hearty soup will warm you from the inside out.

No added fat or salt is used or needed in this tasty potato dish.

Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious low fat and saturated fat, low cholesterol, low sodium mixture of vegetables and herbs.

What's so French about this toast, anyway?

Serve this warm treat for breakfast instead of the traditional oatmeal. Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

Buck tradition this Thanksgiving and forgo standard pumpkin pie. Instead, whip up a smooth, spicy and low-calorie flan.

Submitted by DISTENDASI

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

Tofu is high in protein and calcium, low in fat and sodium, and cholesterol-free.

The tasty combination of spinach and pears will keep you away from boring salads forever.

If you've never tried whole wheat pasta, this is the dish that will make you switch to it!

Yum! You've probably never had soup like this before, but we bet you'll be coming back for more.

Couscous is a staple of North African cuisine and can be found anywhere from Middle Eastern markets to your local supermarket in the pasta or dried beans aisle.

This is the perfect nutritious pick-me-up. Leftover shake can be frozen in pop molds or 5 oz paper cups with popsicle sticks.

Great on whole-wheat crackers or even toast.

A yummy dessert made with complex carbs.

The ginger gives this smoothie a kick.

If you love Chai Tea Latte's you'll love this decaffeinated low calorie any time version.

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Fresh Fruit Dessert

Submitted by CMMIRANDA72

Only 1 tablespoon of margarine is used to make the crumb topping of this tart and tangy fruit dessert that is cholesterol free and low sodium.

This recipe is better than the original and it's without the eggs and oil. The flaxseed paste gives the needed body, and imparts a nice mild nutty flavor that compliments the pumpkin.

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Delicious and healthy, a great lunch on the go or at work.

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Spin on guacamole. Can be used as a dip or a side dish.

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Tahini is ground sesame seeds. This is a great dressing or dip for grilled chicken, salads or steamed veggies, especially broccoli. Has a strong, spicy and nutty taste.

Submitted by NELKATA

Not your basic yams.

This simple summer recipe is good hot or cold. The creamy avocado pairs so well with fresh summer tomatoes.

Submitted by MBH1118

Delicious main-dish salad packed with protein and fiber.

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Replacing cream with tofu makes this decadent pasta dish a welcome addition to any healthy diet.

A wholesome and filling alternative to the traditional hamburger.

A heart-healthy one-dish meal that is made with lean top round beef, lots of vegetables, and a spicy, herb mixture.

Great veggie main course, or split in two, as a side dish

Submitted by ONLY4LIGHTN

Ready in just 20 minutes.

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.

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

Skinless chicken is the basis of this delicious stew with cornmeal dumplings made with low-fat milk.

Tired of the same ol' green beans? Then, try this recipe!

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A tasty non-meat way to get some extra protein in your diet.

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A low fat and reduced sodium Chinese feast!

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These are sure to be a crowd pleaser, and no one would guess that these decadent truffles contain a mere 100 cals each!

Submitted by JADEITE828

This cheesecake is a little unorthodox because it has no crust. However, it is incredibly delicious! You could make a crust with ground almonds, butter, sucralose, and cinnamon.

A great gift idea, or serve with a hot cup of joe for a yummy dessert.

At only 53 calories a piece, these soft cookies are sure to please!

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Acorn squash is a satisfying side when roasted and topped with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup, but filled with a hearty stuffing of wild rice, pecans, and cranberries, it’s a meal in itself. Loaded with comforting flavors, this dish brings fall home, but it can be made any time of year
The wild rice mixture can be made up to 2 days ahead; keep it refrigerated in an airtight container.

You can make the stuffing up to 6 hours ahead; keep it covered in the refrigerator.

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Creamy, sweet, and full of soy protein, this soup will satisfy whether served hot or cold.

Cooked spinach gets some crunch to it.

Cookbook creator says: finish on wire rack over baking sheet in a hot oven instead of broiling - crispy all round

Submitted by BYJUNE30

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

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

The world's most awesome, decadent non-diet brownie ever. Have ONE, very rarely, and truly enjoy it! Worth the time it takes.

Submitted by FLASHJUSTFLASH

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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.

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For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

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.

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