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Vegetable Risotto
Very Good 4.3/5

Rich and creamy, this risotto is full of whole grains and vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33.5g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 8g | Calories: 220.2
Southwest Chicken and Black Bean Soup
Very Good 4.3/5

This is a really filling soup that's easy to make. Each serving is a hearty 2 cups!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 39.9g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 8.9g | Protein: 28.1g | Calories: 289.8
Spiced Pumpkin Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 22.7g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 164.8
Very Good 4.4/5

Using low fat yogurt makes this healthier than other recipes.

Carbs: 24.5g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 145.2
Six-Ingredient Cheesy Veggie Pasta
Good 3.6/5

This homemade mac-n-cheese is packed with veggies and is ready in just 20 minutes!

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Carbs: 45.3g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 12g | Calories: 246.8
Slimmed Down Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Very Good 4.4/5

This is the best kind of healthy recipe makeover: the kind no one will notice. Believe me when I say this dish is one of the best meals I've ever eaten.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 26g | Calories: 277.4
Herbed Brown Rice with Mushrooms
Good 3.8/5

A hearty side or a light meatless entree, this savory dish is packed with flavor and fiber!

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 2.3g | Fiber: 8.5g | Protein: 9.6g | Calories: 216
Very Good 4.0/5

This is a great tasting spinach and artichoke side dish. Make it even more healthy with fat free mayo and sour cream and a butter substitute.

Submitted by TAHLON

Carbs: 7g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 109.6
Buttery Brussels Sprouts with Sage, Dried Cranberries and Pecans
Good 3.3/5

This 10-minute side dish is perfect for fall meals.

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Carbs: 17.6g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 4.4g | Calories: 179.7
Light and Spicy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Good 3.9/5

Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 140.2
150-Calorie Chocolate Mousse
Good 3.5/5

When I want chocolate mousse, only the real deal will do. This version is low in fat, but it's still creamy and rich. The hardest part is waiting for it to cool!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27.4g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 7.5g | Calories: 145.8
Salsa Chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

This is the easiest recipe I know, and it's quite tasty, too. Grill or saute chicken, cook rice and top with salsa!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 24.1g | Calories: 220.9
Chicken-Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, leave the forks in the cabinet and bring out the chopsticks!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.7g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 18.7g | Calories: 156.2
Raspberry-Lemon Scones
Very Good 4.1/5

Scones are perfect for weekend house guests, hostess gifts, or picnics. Traditionally made with loads of butter and cream, mine use far less butter--and whole-grain flour.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 30.1g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 5.7g | Calories: 180.3
Buckwheat Crepes
Very Good 4.6/5

Thinner than pancakes, these French crepes are easy to make but look quite impressive. They're perfect for a spring brunch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.1g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 53.4
Crunchy Chicken Salad
Very Good 4.3/5

We ditched the mayo from this sandwich staple and boosted the nutrition with crunchy vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.8g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 29.2g | Calories: 178.4
Linguine with Spicy Shrimp Sauce
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 13.8g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 24.7g | Calories: 393.5
Cream of Tomato Soup
Very Good 4.8/5

This creamy, delicious soup will become your new favorite comfort food.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 16.8g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 108.6
Chicken Philly Cheese
Very Good 4.1/5

Warm meat, gooey cheese, and grilled vegetables--what's not to love about a Philly cheese steak? How about the more than 1,600 calories in each one! This take on the classic skimps on fat but not flavor.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 40.9g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 31.1g | Calories: 349.8
Tomato Soup
Very Good 4.4/5

This tomato soup is so rich and thick you'll swear it's laden with cream and butter. The trick is really good tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.3g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 98.9
5 ingredient soup
Very Good 4.6/5

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

Carbs: 25g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 7.6g | Protein: 9.3g | Calories: 141.5
Thai Chicken Coconut Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 141.5
BLT Potato Snacks
Good 3.9/5

A lighter take on a pub favorite! For extra veggies, top with chopped tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 128.4
Cocoa Meringue Shells
Very Good 4.1/5

These meringues are a fun treat when served with low-fat vanilla ice cream and fresh fruit.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 55.1
Cinnamon Chocolate Shortbread
Good 3.9/5

This almond shortbread recipe replaces my mom's buttery shortbread. My new and improved version has less than half the calories and fat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 94.9
Creamy Grilled Strawberry Sandwich
Very Good 4.1/5

This is a great dessert that's delicious when strawberries are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 144.9
Cinnamon Chocolate Shortbread
Good 3.9/5

This almond shortbread recipe replaces my mom's buttery shortbread.

Carbs: 17.2g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 142.5
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Very Good 4.3/5

Banana and oatmeal are a perfect pair in these not-too-sweet treats.

Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 66.8
Vegetable Risotto
Very Good 4.6/5

Serve this creamy rice dish as a side with roast chicken or pork, or increase the serving size for a vegetarian entree.

Carbs: 14.5g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 6.8g | Calories: 143.3
2-Bean Sweet Potato Chili
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 47.8g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 21.9g | Protein: 12.8g | Calories: 207.6
Beef Roast with Broccolini and Sweet Potatoes
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 29.6g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 31.1g | Calories: 341.6
Good 3.7/5

Carbs: 22g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 4.5g | Calories: 147.5
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
World's Best Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Very Good 4.5/5

This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 65.9
Spicy Stone Fruit Salsa
Very Good 4.5/5

In summertime, I like to use this stone fruit salsa over fish or chicken, or as a topping for Greek yogurt.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 70.4
Cranberry Coconut Granola
Very Good 4.8/5

For me, there are few aromas as enticing or welcoming as homemade granola baking in the oven!

Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

Carbs: 34.3g | Fat: 8.1g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 4.7g | Calories: 179.2
Crab and Asparagus Crepes
Very Good 4.6/5

No, you did not just walk into a fancy restaurant. You can make this springtime dish in your own kitchen--in mere minutes!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 14g | Calories: 179.2
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PrairieHarpy's Parmesan Shrimp
Very Good 4.7/5

Fairly light, yummy, and very easy!

Submitted by PRAIRIEHARPY

Carbs: 4.6g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 10.2g | Calories: 137.5
French Onion Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

A great meal on a cold day!

Submitted by SAUGADREZ

Carbs: 14.2g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 11.1g | Calories: 125.9
Loaded BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato
Very Good 4.3/5

Turn healthy staples into a quick weeknight dinner for one.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 44g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 26.8g | Calories: 312.1
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