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

Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides.

Submitted by JENNLOVE

High in calcium and very yummy

Submitted by TWINMOM143

My mom gave me this recipe. She eats it daily. It is very tasty! I started losing weight after adding it to my regular diet. Sometimes I add hot sauce to spice it up a bit! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Submitted by KITKATK

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

Submitted by SLIMKATIE

Ready in 25 minutes.

Served cold or hot, these tangy yet sweet noodles are rich and tasty.

This classic German stew is made with lean trimmed beef stew meat and cabbage.

Wine, lemons, and mushrooms flavor this chicken recipe the lower salt and lower fat way.

I LOVE chicken & dumplings so when I found this I added my own spin to it and lowered the fat and calories. This is the best chicken and dumplings I've ever had which is amazing since I'm never satisfied with my cooking! You can have a full cup of this hearty comfort food for only 284 calories and 3.8 grams of fat! The sodium could be reduced if homemade biscuits are used instead of the canned biscuits, but if sodium isn't a problem this is a very fast and easy way to make chicken & dumplings!

Submitted by STEPH2003

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.

Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a nice, salty contrast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This dish is sweet and tangy and just delicious

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

Submitted by BCJL13

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

Submitted by COBANION

Try our zesty take on this dinner table tradition.

Traditional, classic Israeli Salad, perfect as a side, salad, or as filling for your pita.

Submitted by LOULOUB

Cook in the crock pot all day, add the evaporated milk, and ready to go!

Submitted by JHENGESH

My family doesn't like to eat vegetables, but they beg for seconds with this recipe!!! This gives broccoli a wonderful, nutty flavor that everyone will love.

Submitted by YENVED

A spaghetti squash recipe that has a classic Italian twist.

Submitted by HAPPYKAT71

Delicious first course for winter holiday meals.

Submitted by PRIMA_DONNA

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

Submitted by LANNESN

This will bring out all kinds of flavor in your beef.

You'll never believe that this creamy rich side dish doesn't have any potatoes! It's also high in protein with 10g per serving!

Submitted by NADALIA

Rich, creamy rice studded with healthy squash and greens make a hearty side dish or a vegetarian entree.

Submitted by MADDY_AVENA

Curried chicken thighs great to serve with rice and broccoli

Submitted by SUPERSARAH79

My family absolutely loves this dip. It tastes just like a BLT!

This is one recipe for cauliflower everyone will love!

Submitted by TERRYN3

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

This kid-friendly comfort food is perfect for a weeknight meal. Even better: You can use frozen veggies and leftover chicken.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This classic chilled tomato soup is chock full of garden-fresh vegetables, cholesterol free, and made with very little added oil.

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

If you love cheese, this is the recipe for you! This recipe is low fat, high protein, and FULL of flavor! Recipe scaled for 4.

Submitted by THEMIGHTYLILLIE

an old family recipe

Submitted by ASRIFFE

Very tasty and easy to make

Submitted by BUSYCHARLES

Serve with ripe tomatoes dressed with oil and vinegar. Substitute finely chopped red onion if you don't have shallots on hand.

Just like Chef Meg's mom (who was from Britain) used to make!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by WMGABBY

A wonderful soup to warm up those chilly winter nights and it is packed with Vitamin A.

Submitted by COURTNEYBECKETT

If you prefer not to grill the chicken, simply broil it indoors. This has a wonderful fresh taste and appeal, and you can make it as tame or as spicy as you wish.

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

Y-U-M-M-Y........one of my favorites at PF Chang's....the Soothing Chicken Lettuce Wraps!!! I've made them here with extra lean turkey, but you could easily substitute ground chicken or tofu for the turkey and add any vegetables of your choice. This recipe will leave you saying...."PF who???"

Submitted by MRSDUDLEY

Time to Pick a Bone
You can make a good ham and bean soup using just cubes of ham alone, but to get the best flavor you should use a ham bone. You can get your ham bone from the butcher, since they will often give them away or sell them very cheaply, or you can use a leftover bone from a ham that you have served for dinner.

If you are making a ham for dinner, then any leftover ham can be used in the soup as well. In fact, the best ham and bean soup recipes use both ham bones as well as cubes of ham.

Quick, tasty crock pot recipe ready for something with the seasoning to match a take-out craving, but with none of the effort or fat!

Submitted by MYSHELLE10

Submitted by SIMPLY-COUTURE

A wonderful one pan Thai recipe, substitute chicken for soy or omit it for a vegetarian dish!

Submitted by AZKITTYD

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

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

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

Submitted by ERUPERTO

only 181 calories a serving, this can replace garlic and olive oil spaghetti. Plus, bonus- it qualifies are your veggies!

Submitted by MERIGOOD

One of my biggest fast-food temptations are greasy fried egg rolls from places like Panda Express. I made over this healthy version using lean chicken and fresh vegetables. Baking the egg rolls instead of frying them saves even more calories and these don't disappoint! They're flavor packed and I can make them often without feeling guilty. I serve them at parties, or for dinner with a side of brown rice. (Un-Chained Recipe Contest Entry- Fast Food Category)

Submitted by SARASMITTY

An eggdrop-like soup with spinach and noodles.

Submitted by AMYELI

Chef Meg's Beef Roast becomes a full dinner, complete with two servings of vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe is terrific when served over Basmati rice.

Submitted by S5RUSSEL

Lite and healthy version of Veal Osso Buco

Submitted by ALLISONO

This is a makeover of Cracker Barrel's Chicken & Dumplings. My aunt had created the original recipe which called for 1.75 lb chicken and whole milk. It was always one of my families favorite dinners that I made once in a while on special Sundays. Recently, I decided to try a healthier version of it with lower calories, cholesterol & sodium to see if it would pass the "family test". It did! They couldn't tell the difference. The healthy version of this recipe went down 76 calories, 31mg cholosterol & 1104 mg of sodium per serving.

On a side note, I know some people who use prepackaged biscuit dough to make their dumplings to make it easier but I don't like the taste of the perservatives because it makes the whole recipe taste like it came out of can. There is nothing like homemade!

Submitted by INDIANAGAL1

Roasted peppers and almonds pair with fresh parsley in this tangy Spanish-inspired sauce.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by HEILEE

Let the slow cooker bring out all the flavors of the spices in this dish!

Submitted by KASHMIR

Submitted by LAURENK1974

These lamb kabobs are marinated in very little oil or salt, but the flavor is lively when wine, lemon juice, rosemary, and garlic are added.

LOW-CAL full dinner!!! A favorite amongst my 2 y/o as well!! I promise this is the BEST chicken divan and I didnt cut the fat in this recipe, but you can subsitute for low cal parmesan and fat fee mayo- but its still low-cal with all the good stuff!!

Submitted by VASIESMA

This recipe was a finalist in the SparkPeople Un-Chained Recipe Contest!

I chose to re-make the Crunchwrap Supreme from Taco Bell because Taco Bell used to be one of my favorite fast food restaurants. Also, it is still my boyfriend's favorite fast food chain and nearly every time he goes there, he will order a crunchwrap supreme.

The funny thing is that most Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes are fairly simple to make... so I knew that it would be fun, delicious, and not too challenging to re-make this item!

Submitted by KALORIE-KILLAH

A tender and delicious meal courtesy of the slow cooker.

Submitted by NLAW81

I adjusted the recipe to lower the fat and calories.

Submitted by KASIBUG

Delicious and bursting with flavour
Just be sure to have plates or napkins available since the mixture can sometimes drip a little.

Submitted by LIZZY63

low carb version of potato salad

Submitted by IKNEADU2

These are so yummy and low in fat and calories

Submitted by ASHREIMS

This recipe is awesome for breakfast on the run. One batch can be divided and last you the whole week!

Submitted by ASHLEYINFL

this is the recipe i use every day in my house and also used by my mom back home

Submitted by MILIESANJU

This is the best chicken & spinach casserole ever! I found this recipe online @ 3fatchicks.com!

Submitted by SHARILYNN757

Borrowed from Donna (ThinMom5) ~ Thank you, Donna!!

Submitted by HEALTHIERLYNN

Wonderful family or company dish

Submitted by RESULTSRADIO

This Palak Paneer recipe replaces paneer with extra firm tofu and cream with non-fat yogurt.

Submitted by BRAINIAC

Very easy to make!

Submitted by TANGY613

St. Patty's Day Special

Submitted by CHIIEDDY

Submitted by LATRINX

Low carb and very yummy! I threw this together with ingredients I had on hand and it turned out delicious! My husband and daughter could not get enough of it! I love crockpot recipes, especially in winter. You can use low fat/reduced sodium cream of chicken soup if you want to reduce fat and sodium more and serve this over rice or wide egg noodles if you aren't watching carbs.

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

Major comfort food from my childhood

Submitted by KARENMON

My family loves this healthier version of a kid favorite

Submitted by JDESBERG

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

A very moist low fat chocolate brownie alternative, for weight watchers, only 2 ww points per serving ( 24 servings). No oil or egg used.

Submitted by TNICKY

Fast & Easy soybeans with a bit of a kick.

Submitted by MIMZY617

Spinach and feta cheese stuffed into boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Great served with rice, noodles of a great summer salad. Sure to become a family favourite.

Submitted by ALISON_T

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Submitted by BUFFALOJOY

A great recipe to throw in the slow cooker before work and it will be ready for you when you get home from work.

Submitted by MRSLUD

Very filling and hearty soup

Submitted by LYBBE1631

Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.

This easy dish requires little cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Submitted by CHELLESHOCKED

Very similar to the soup at Olive garden. 6 grams of fiber and over 14 grams of protein per serving!!

Submitted by KRISTIN_SHARP

(Classic lamb curry called as Rogan Josh, easy to make and healthy low fat dish)

Submitted by PSDAHRI

Slim-fried Cabbage with garlic, onion, & red pepper flakes

Submitted by NEP2NFLY

Submitted by CARANA

These chicken enchiladas are fast, easy to make, and pack a whopping 52 grams of muscle building protein!

Serve 'em to your friends at your next get together and listen to them rave about the goodness. They will never know they are easy on the waistline!

BTW - These taste even better as leftovers.

Submitted by JASONZ

Sooo Good

Submitted by CHANDLERSUE

This is an easy and delicious one pot meal. The number of servings seems rather weird, but that is how many 2 cup servings we got. I see that the sodium value is pretty high. There is no way to note it when entering nutrition information, but you rinse the chickpeas which lowers the sodium considerably. Of course you can also reduce the amount of salt you add to lower it even further! If you have left over butternut squash that is already cooked it cuts down the recipe time to less than 30 minutes, just skip the first step and proceed with recipe. Enjoy!

Submitted by LILYGIRL83

Submitted by ANGEL3248

Very Good~~One is a treat

Submitted by JANSUSAN2

Vegetable chili, so easy and so yummy!!
This recipe was taken from and adapted a teeny bit from The Clueless Vegetarian.
YOU CAN DEFINITELY LOWER THE SODIUM IF YOU GET LOW SODIUM BLACK BEANS!!!

Submitted by TINABAER

break up the Kale into bite size chunks. Place in a cookie sheet with olive oil drizzled over the top. Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. Sprinkle Parmesan Cheese over it and bake at 350 for 15 min or so. Even my 2 year old loves it.

Submitted by WOOLFGIRL

I fell in love with this salad on my first trip to Greece. It's as authentic as I can make it.

Submitted by JUJUBETOO

Rich velvet-y soup chock full of vitamins from the pumpkin, with the surprising touch of peanuts, ginger and a kick of red pepper

Submitted by DIVALINDA

This is my favorite meatloaf recipe ever! The Quinoa adds extra protien and vitamins. To me the Raisins are an absolute must!

Submitted by DREWJSPH02