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Melissa"s Taste Recipe Box

(42 Recipes) Created by MELK18

Recipes in this Collection

Very Good 4.5/5

Make your own popcicles.

Carbs: 8.7g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 35.6
Asian Chicken Salad
Very Good 4.3/5

This healthy, hearty salad is packed full of fruit AND vegetables.

Carbs: 17.5g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 10.9g | Calories: 165.5
California Roll in a Bowl
Very Good 4.6/5

Delicious and easy, this salad combines all of my favorite sushi ingredients in one bowl! And, because it's based on a California roll, it uses fully cooked seafood.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 27.3g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 6g | Protein: 6.5g | Calories: 199.1
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
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
Beef and Broccoli
Very Good 4.4/5

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
Chicken-Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, bring out the chopsticks! Change up the veggies, and you'll have a new meal each time you make this dish.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.7g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 18.6g | Calories: 156.8
Sesame Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

Start on your way toward eating five servings of fruits and vegetables a day with this delicious stir-fry, flavored with traditional Chinese spices and a touch of sesame oil. The combination of broccoli and red peppers contributes over 100% of the daily requirement of vitamin C.

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

Carbs: 50.5g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 33.1g | Calories: 388.4
15-Minute Asian Beef Soup
Very Good 4.4/5

This soup is packed with flavor yet low in fat. You can customize it with any vegetables or protein you have on hand.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 29.1g | Fat: 5.8g | Fiber: 5.9g | Protein: 22.8g | Calories: 247.5
Easy Oriental Teriyaki Meatballs
Good 3.9/5

Oh so delicious as an appetizer or main course served with brown rice!

Submitted by BONFIREBAMBI

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 13.1g | Calories: 101.1
Authentic Chinese Stir Fry
Very Good 4.5/5

This recipe was passed down to me by my Chinese coworker. Tastes like it was made in a Chinese restaurant!

Submitted by JMM1383

Carbs: 36.6g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 6.5g | Calories: 243.2
Sesame Green Beans
Very Good 4.5/5

Really quick and very easy

Submitted by LEDANSER

Carbs: 4.5g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 37.8
Spicy Garlic Baby Bok Choy
Very Good 4.2/5

hate veggies? you'll love this!

Submitted by CHELLETRON

Carbs: 3.7g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 62.6
Very Good 4.6/5

quick and easy side dish or entree

Submitted by BRAND.NEW.ME

Carbs: 15g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 25.9g | Calories: 203
Very Good 4.6/5

Family favorite!

Submitted by KIMBERLYJ9

Carbs: 12g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 151.5
Very Good 4.1/5

Fast and healthy!

Submitted by LILKIM25

Carbs: 15g | Fat: 15.7g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 13.6g | Calories: 248.2
Very Good 4.7/5

A Weight Watchers recipe... a FAVORITE of mine!

Submitted by SLIMKATIE

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 27.5g | Calories: 196.8
Very Good 4.0/5

A delicious soup with a wonderful combination of unique ingredients.

Submitted by LUCIANA1950

Carbs: 12.8g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 78.3
Very Good 4.6/5

These are so yummy and low in fat and calories

Submitted by ASHREIMS

Carbs: 18.2g | Fat: 8.4g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 17.4g | Calories: 215.4
Very Good 4.2/5

These are a yummy treat, hard not to over indulge! I got this from the Kraft Foods website

Submitted by CSHOLL24

Carbs: 5.6g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 87.8
Very Good 4.6/5

No hold-bar, the tastiest flank marinade. Period.

Submitted by AGRANDEMANGE

Carbs: 2.5g | Fat: 10.7g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 23.8g | Calories: 206.5
Better Breakfast Casserole
Very Good 4.3/5

This make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings or Sunday brunches. And it has half the calories and 1/3 the fat of the original.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 20.7g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 17.3g | Calories: 250.9
Low Fat Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes
Very Good 4.3/5

For those on Weight Watchers.. 2 pt "Out of this World" recipe

Submitted by CALISALLY76

Carbs: 20.6g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 123.3
Strawberries and Cream Surprise Cupcakes
Incredible! 5.0/5

The Surprise is that these cupcakes have no butter or oil in them, less sugar and less flour, but do use zucchini, and have a hidden spoon of strawberry jam!
If made using rice flour they are also wheat free.

Submitted by WAHZOE

Carbs: 25.7g | Fat: 5.1g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 157.6
Sangria Punch
Incredible! 5.0/5

Keep things simple with a single, sensational cocktail. Perfect for hot summer nights.

Submitted by PUSHWAIT

Carbs: 30.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 0.6g | Calories: 158.5
Breaded Chicken Parmesan
Very Good 4.4/5

The same great taste of the Italian favorite, but this one is good for you!

Submitted by CONNIE563

Carbs: 13.6g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 17.2g | Calories: 166.8
Mini Taco Cups
Very Good 4.3/5

These bite-size tacos are always a hit in our house! Have some fun with this recipe; try adding chopped chives, avocado, different varieties of beans, or red onions.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 59.4
Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Very Good 4.2/5

Use this on falafel or a salad. Add fresh or dried herbs and it becomes goddess dressing. The toasted sesame oil imparts a stronger sesame flavor to the dressing.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 6.5g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 74.6
Very Good 4.6/5

Miss going out for wings? These nuggets should help!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Carbs: 10.8g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 28.3g | Calories: 167
Spinach Brownies
Very Good 4.5/5

Spinach and mozzarella cheese are baked together to make irresistable savory appetizer treats!

Submitted by ERUPERTO

Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 79.2
Slow Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

Carbs: 24.1g | Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 41g | Calories: 385.4
Loaded Potato Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

My family loves potato soup but I prefer loaded baked potatoes. With this recipe, everyone wins!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 32g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 4.9g | Calories: 167.9
Very Good 4.3/5

Fast, Easy and Delicious!

Submitted by YEEHAWSISTER

Carbs: 15g | Fat: 18.1g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 17.8g | Calories: 291.6
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Very Good 4.8/5

This is a great way to use leftover brown rice; it makes a satisfying and delicious meal.

Submitted by CRAFTYWANDA

Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 10.8g | Calories: 159.2
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
Spring Rolls
Very Good 4.3/5

This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 113.1
Easy Cucumber Cups
Good 3.6/5

Perfect for your next party--or turn any snack into a festive event!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2.6g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 26.6
Cool-as-a-Cucumber Raita
Very Good 4.4/5

This creamy, tangy dip does double duty: with mint, it's a perfect pair with Greek fare; with coriander and cumin, it cools down spicy Indian curries.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 15.6
Summer Cucumber Salsa
Very Good 4.3/5

a new twist on salsa, great for using cukes from the garden in the summer!

Submitted by SLINKY78

Carbs: 9.8g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 44.4
Very Good 4.4/5

Fun 'sushi-like' snacks.

Submitted by LINDSKD

Carbs: 2g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 21.9
Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup
Good 3.7/5

This chilled creamy soup is great for hot days. It is filling and low in calories. Perfect for a light lunch or as a dinner starter.

Submitted by ITCHYSUIT

Carbs: 6.7g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 95
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