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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
Quinoa-Black Bean Casserole
Very Good 4.2/5

An experiment with leftovers yields a delightful, filling vegetarian meal.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 31.7g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 9.1g | Protein: 13.8g | Calories: 204.5
Crunchy Mexican Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

I love faux frying foods using panko. This crunchy, spicy chicken would be great on a taco salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 19.5g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 29.9g | Calories: 220.8
Maple Country Style Pork Ribs (Low Sugar)
Very Good 4.6/5

Low Sugar, delicious Ribs! Can bake in oven or slow cooker.

Submitted by LANDMOM

Carbs: 2.4g | Fat: 11.7g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 27.8g | Calories: 232.6
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
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
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
Cheeseburger Soup
Very Good 4.3/5

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
Shrimp Pad Thai
Very Good 4.5/5

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
Thai Noodle Salad
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Carbs: 26g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 235.9
Beef and Broccoli
Very Good 4.3/5

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
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
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 4.4/5

Got this recipe from my WW leader

Submitted by CPARLIER

Carbs: 28g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 23.5g | Calories: 207.5
Very Good 4.7/5

This taste just like the burbon chicken you get at mall food courts...but much healthier

Submitted by CHRISTEN83

Carbs: 25.8g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 8.3g | Calories: 167.6
Spicy Southern Barbecued Chicken
Very Good 4.1/5

Removing the chicken fat and skin and adding no salt to the tasty sauce makes this chicken favorite heart-healthy.

Carbs: 23.2g | Fat: 4.6g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 177.2
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
Easy Vegetable Enchiladas
Very Good 4.3/5

Though we loaded up on the veggies, we didn't skip on the good stuff!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 59.8g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 14.6g | Protein: 17.6g | Calories: 356.6

Submitted by LISAREINKE

Carbs: 52.3g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 17.6g | Calories: 318.3
Super Miso Soup
Very Good 4.1/5

This simple, hearty miso soup is full of superfoods like quinoa, kale, and turmeric, a powerful anti-inflammatory spice.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 32g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 6.7g | Protein: 14.6g | Calories: 247.6
Pistachio-Crusted Salmon
Very Good 4.6/5

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
Peppercorn Steak with Herbed Blue Cheese
Very Good 4.7/5

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
Black Bean Chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

An easy slow cooker recipe that the family will enjoy!

Submitted by LOSER1231

Carbs: 40g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 13g | Protein: 30.8g | Calories: 298.9
Creamy Alfredo Pasta with Veggies
Good 3.4/5

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
Slow Cooker Pork Roast or Chops
Very Good 4.1/5

A family favorite that takes no time at all--except for in the slow cooker!

Submitted by BF819CJ

Carbs: 13.8g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 273.5
Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Creamy Sauce
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 8.1g | Fat: 9.3g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 37.5g | Calories: 276.2
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
20 Minute Ginger-Garlic Chicken
Good 3.9/5

This dish is perfect for busy nights.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33.8g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 5.3g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 334.8
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Good 3.8/5

This one-dish meal is great for a weeknight meal or as a appetizer for a party.Serve it with steamed broccoli or a green salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 22.9g | Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 6.4g | Protein: 32.4g | Calories: 331.8
Tangy Tuna Salad Sandwich
Good 3.1/5

I love a good sandwich, one that's so big you have to smash to fit into your mouth. This one is big on flavor, light on fat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 32.2g | Fat: 8.8g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 15.5g | Calories: 260.3
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