Cookbook creator says: Change to whole wheat pasta

Submitted by TWINMOM143

Quinoa is similar to brown rice, with a higher protein content. This is a delicious side dish or light meal.

Submitted by SLIMKATIE

A healthy alternative to an American favorite.

Use coleslaw mix to make a quick & easy treat! Eat as a snack, side, or a meal.

Submitted by HARV47

Most pasta salads are heavy on the pasta and light on everything else. This version, which can be served warm or cold, includes a hefty portion of vegetables--both spinach and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Brought To Your Kitchen From SparkPeople Member: LBBROCK195

"This is one of my favorites because it is easy, fast and simple and versatile. If you like brown rice, I recommend using it in this and all recipes. It takes a bit longer to cook but is worth the wait, for both nutrition and taste. There is an instant brown rice on the market now, too."

Quick and easy dinner

Submitted by DRAGONFLY7149

Don't run out the door without breakfast! Grab a portable, delcious, and nutritious breakfast cookie.

Submitted by COFFEEBEANS

Sweet and creamy, both sweet potatos and beans are good sources of dietary fiber!

A great way to use leftover cooked chicken breast.

Submitted by SHAMROCKS1980

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

Amazing lunch - full of fibre and protein!

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Submitted by KISNER24

This taste great. It is a lower fat version of ceasar dressing.

Submitted by SEESKO

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

Yummy French Dressing that is Low Fat

Submitted by HEATHERMARA

Submitted by INDIE_V

Yummy and low in calorie breakfast muffins!

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Submitted by DEWAYNE7

Make this yummy breakfast dish fast, and for only 178 calories!

Submitted by BASEBALLMOM4

Chewy, homemade flatbread makes any meal seem special. Use in place of pitas, bread, or crackers!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Want to know the secret to great chili? Start with great spices--and skip the packets at the supermarket, which are full of sugar and salt. Make your own to save money and skip the salt.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Keep summer's freshest green beans around a bit longer by making quick refrigerator pickles.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

One bite and you're transported to Louisiana!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by LISA41867

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

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

Submitted by LILYANN2

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

A recipe that is easy to make and full of flavor.

Submitted by LANNESN

Low carb and great for cooking out!

Submitted by TANGY613

This recipe is better (and better-for-you) than takeout!

Submitted by TAM101

A filling soup that will warm you up from the inside out.

Submitted by LLEWIS1

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

Submitted by HOTLITTLEMOMMA

A traditional cajun recipe.

Submitted by DIXIEHEARTLESS

Submitted by NVR2HEALTHY

This is a delicious lowfat creamy dressing that you're sure to love.

Submitted by BEDAAI

Quick & easy pasta, great with leftover chicken breasts.

Submitted by MINDYLITTLE

This simple, nutritious soup can be changed to your liking by making your own broth or switching the types of beans. I used green lentils, but red lentils, and garbanzos are great as well.

Submitted by BRANUBODY08

Replace eggs, water and oil with pumpkin.

Submitted by JENNYSTRONG

A high protein mookie - a muffin & cookie combo! Sort of like a cookie, sort of like a muffin...very tasty! High protein, low fat.

Milk free! (I recently added 1/4 cup of margarine to the recipe... they taste better with margarine. But, margarine can be omitted!)

These taste like little mini banana breads.

Submitted by KARBYG

I know it sounds gross and to be honest I have yet to make it, but plan to this week. However, on recipezaar.com it is a high rated recipe by many people.

Submitted by SEESKO

Yummy cookies we made yesterday! Check 'em out!!

Submitted by KATSAMCAMSMOM

Who needs the non food additives of processed store bought protein bars. Try these fresh out of your oven. Wrap individual bars in saran wrap and store in a ziplock bag in your refridgerator. Easy to grab for on the run snack or after your workout. Eat within 7 days.

Submitted by MARMELADA

Looking for a powerful packed delicious post workout shake. A note: Add Frozen banana and orange flavored CLO. Yum

Submitted by DRBRANDI

healthy, low-fat chocolate-chocolate muffins with a hint of orange!

Submitted by LAURAHB

Creative take on the original Angel Food

Submitted by KELLYL973

A single crust berry pie with crumb topping

Submitted by SOVTWALKER

A refreshing dessert!

Submitted by GOLDILOX72

Refreshing summer dessert... made with Key lime yogurt, cream cheese, fresh lime peel and juice and a vanilla wafer crust give a refreshing tangy taste to a cool pie that’s only 115 calories and 15 carbs per serving!

Submitted by LADYSUNBEAM

Submitted by NOR1498

What a summertime treat!

Submitted by BETTSI

3 ingredients!

Submitted by RENOTA

A delicious homemade pie, this recipe only makes enough dough for a bottom crust, I don't add a top layer to my pies in order to keep the calories & the carbs at a reasonable level. Since there is no top layer of pie crust I usually add some fresh raspberries for visual appeal.

Submitted by JANNERS1980

This is a variation of a Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user TWINMOM143 - Skillet white beans, spinach, & tomatoes

I personally do not like the texture of beans over pasta, so I turned the beans into a sauce. I also used fresh tomatoes instead of canned.

Submitted by KRYSTYL_ROSE

This is a great low-fat option for a cheesy burrito fix. I like to serve it with my Mexican Gravy (posted separately).

Submitted by CJSTRIP

This vegetarian chili uses some secret tricks to boost the flavor without adding calories!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

A nice quesadilla alternative.

Submitted by DHARMA55

Mash bananas, add 1/3C peanut butter, 2/3C applesauce, 1 scoop protein powder, 1 t vanilla. Mix Oats, and chopped nuts to banana mix and let sit for approx. 15 mins. Bake at 350 for 15 mins

Submitted by JONIBRGRN