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Very Good 4.1/5
(59 ratings)
Spice Cookies
Spice Cookies

Serve these holiday cookies with a cup of tea or lowfat vanilla ice cream.
Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

CALORIES: 61.1  |  FAT: 2.6g  |  PROTEIN: 0.8g  |  CARBS: 10.3g  |  FIBER: 0.5g
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Good 3.7/5
(15 ratings)
Polenta Rounds with Creamy Pesto
Polenta Rounds with Creamy Pesto

This simple and delicious appetizer is very festive--red and green for the holidays. Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

CALORIES: 41.4  |  FAT: 2.3g  |  PROTEIN: 1.5g  |  CARBS: 3.6g  |  FIBER: 0.2g
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Very Good 4.6/5
(27 ratings)
Fragrant Simmer Pot Sachet
Fragrant Simmer Pot Sachet

Are you looking for a quick, easy, and zero calorie gifts from the kitchen idea for the holidays? This one is my all-time favorite.
Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

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Very Good 4.3/5
(4 ratings)
Pumpkin Pie

Classic holiday favorite without the sugar.

CALORIES: 177.7  |  FAT: 9.1g  |  PROTEIN: 3.7g  |  CARBS: 20.1g  |  FIBER: 2.1g
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Very Good 4.4/5
(101 ratings)
Creamy Butternut Squash & Apple Soup
Creamy Butternut Squash & Apple Soup

Delicious first course for winter holiday meals.Submitted by: PRIMA_DONNA

CALORIES: 135.2  |  FAT: 3.1g  |  PROTEIN: 3.9g  |  CARBS: 25.8g  |  FIBER: 1.5g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(4 ratings)
Crustless Pumpkin Pie

A holiday favorite without the guilt.Submitted by: BONNIEPF

CALORIES: 129.5  |  FAT: 1g  |  PROTEIN: 6.5g  |  CARBS: 24g  |  FIBER: 0.6g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(4 ratings)
FRESH YAMS BAKED IN ORANGE SAUCE

GREAT FOR HOLIDAY MEALS OR ANY OCCATIONSubmitted by: PEPPER444

CALORIES: 242.4  |  FAT: 4.1g  |  PROTEIN: 1.9g  |  CARBS: 51.2g  |  FIBER: 4g
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Good 3.3/5
(4 ratings)
dieter's 7-layer dip

great for upcoming holiday parties!Submitted by: KATIE_KIMBRO

CALORIES: 42  |  FAT: 1.3g  |  PROTEIN: 2.4g  |  CARBS: 5.4g  |  FIBER: 1.4g
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Very Good 4.4/5
(5 ratings)
Christmas Punch
Christmas Punch

Holiday punchSubmitted by: PRINCESSAMY

CALORIES: 40.7  |  FAT: 0g  |  PROTEIN: 0.1g  |  CARBS: 10.7g  |  FIBER: 0.5g
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Very Good 4.4/5
(24 ratings)
Ginger Spiced Cranberry Sauce with raisins

A zesty, low cal spin on a fast holiday favoriteSubmitted by: NOTBLUSHING

CALORIES: 88.4  |  FAT: 0.2g  |  PROTEIN: 0.7g  |  CARBS: 33.1g  |  FIBER: 4.4g
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Incredible! 5.0/5
(6 ratings)
Spritz Cookies

Buttery holiday favoritesSubmitted by: EMMIT322

CALORIES: 35.9  |  FAT: 2.2g  |  PROTEIN: 0.4g  |  CARBS: 3.6g  |  FIBER: 0.1g
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Good 3.6/5
(5 ratings)
Malisa's LOW-FAT super tasty spinach-artichoke dip

Great for Parties, Cookouts, and Holidays...or ANYTIME!!!Submitted by: MALISANOY

CALORIES: 189.2  |  FAT: 6.6g  |  PROTEIN: 15.6g  |  CARBS: 16.3g  |  FIBER: 2.9g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(14 ratings)
Oven Roasted Mixed Vegetables

Wow your holiday guests with these delicious roasted vegetablesSubmitted by: LANC92

CALORIES: 93.9  |  FAT: 4.8g  |  PROTEIN: 2.7g  |  CARBS: 12.6g  |  FIBER: 3.8g
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Incredible! 5.0/5
(4 ratings)
7 LAYER SALAD

WE FIX THIS SALAD EVERY HOLIDAY, IT IS EVEN BETTER THE NEXT DAYSubmitted by: LULATRAIL

CALORIES: 256  |  FAT: 18.1g  |  PROTEIN: 9.5g  |  CARBS: 15.1g  |  FIBER: 2.7g
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Very Good 4.8/5
(6 ratings)
Texas Willie's Sweet Potato Pie
Texas Willie's Sweet Potato Pie

Holiday Pumpkin Pie without the Pumpkin
Makes its own CrustSubmitted by: TEXASWILLIE

CALORIES: 133.8  |  FAT: 1.5g  |  PROTEIN: 6.9g  |  CARBS: 28.8g  |  FIBER: 2.1g
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Very Good 4.7/5
(11 ratings)
Veggie Dip (low-fat & low-carb)

Delicious & EasySubmitted by: JESSSKYROSE

CALORIES: 50  |  FAT: 3g  |  PROTEIN: 3.8g  |  CARBS: 2.5g  |  FIBER: 0g
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Very Good 4.3/5
(28 ratings)
Rosemary Red Potatoes

A healthy, elegant side dish for everyday or holiday tables.

CALORIES: 184.3  |  FAT: 8.7g  |  PROTEIN: 2.9g  |  CARBS: 24g  |  FIBER: 2.6g
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Very Good 4.1/5
(29 ratings)
Nut Loaf

This delicious and hearty vegetarian entree is a holiday favorite; great paired with wild mushroom gravy.Submitted by: LHUMPHREY

CALORIES: 297.3  |  FAT: 17.9g  |  PROTEIN: 12g  |  CARBS: 24.6g  |  FIBER: 4.1g
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Very Good 4.3/5
(20 ratings)
Kiki's Delicious Cranberry and Pear Relish

This sauce gets better over days, great for leftovers at the holidays.Submitted by: SPARKLING_WATER

CALORIES: 77.4  |  FAT: 0.3g  |  PROTEIN: 0.8g  |  CARBS: 19.7g  |  FIBER: 2.5g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(399 ratings)
Carrot Pumpkin Bars
Carrot Pumpkin Bars

Great for the fall holidays! Or just for a healthy snack!Submitted by: ANDREWMOM

CALORIES: 133.2  |  FAT: 1.7g  |  PROTEIN: 2.9g  |  CARBS: 28.5g  |  FIBER: 1.4g
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Very Good 4.7/5
(7 ratings)
Sweet Red Roasties

Slightly sweet, salty and delicious flavours glaze over healthy red potatoes for an elegant side-dish that doesn’t have to be holidays-only! Submitted by: JO_JO_BA

CALORIES: 139.4  |  FAT: 3.6g  |  PROTEIN: 2.3g  |  CARBS: 25.4g  |  FIBER: 2.1g
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Very Good 4.8/5
(4 ratings)
Turkey Salad

Use up the left-over turkey that's left after all the other parts of the holiday meal are gone.Submitted by: CALIDREAMER76

CALORIES: 93.7  |  FAT: 4.6g  |  PROTEIN: 8.9g  |  CARBS: 3.1g  |  FIBER: 0.6g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(6 ratings)
Thanksgiving Casserole

This is the yummiest way to have Thanksgiving without the holiday...Very filling and delicious with lots of the flavors of home.Submitted by: CERISERENEE

CALORIES: 442.8  |  FAT: 3.1g  |  PROTEIN: 19.7g  |  CARBS: 42.2g  |  FIBER: 3.4g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(14 ratings)
Mexican Oatmeal drink (avena)
Mexican Oatmeal drink (avena)

satisfying oatmeal drink, perfect for the holidays or anytime!Submitted by: CHICANA_PEACH

CALORIES: 102.8  |  FAT: 1.2g  |  PROTEIN: 4.5g  |  CARBS: 20.6g  |  FIBER: 2g
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Very Good 4.7/5
(16 ratings)
Quinoa and Pomegranate Salad with Toasted Almonds
Quinoa and Pomegranate Salad with Toasted Almonds

Festive and healthy -- a great side dish for the holidays or anytime.Submitted by: GETSTARTED21

CALORIES: 216  |  FAT: 7.2g  |  PROTEIN: 6.8g  |  CARBS: 32.4g  |  FIBER: 3.7g
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Very Good 4.2/5
(5 ratings)
Cranberry Salsa

This is a tasty, fresh, seasonal salsa to serve during the holidays!Submitted by: TEACHEROF4TH

CALORIES: 38.8  |  FAT: 0g  |  PROTEIN: 0.1g  |  CARBS: 10.3g  |  FIBER: 1g
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Very Good 4.8/5
(4 ratings)
Pineapple French Toast

Great for the Holidays!
Weight Watchers Points: 4
Calories 163
Fat 5.6
Fiber 1.9
Submitted by: MYCAFEMOO

CALORIES: 168.3  |  FAT: 5.6g  |  PROTEIN: 7.6g  |  CARBS: 22.1g  |  FIBER: 1.9g
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Very Good 4.6/5
(21 ratings)
Crustless Pumpkin Pie

Sugar free and low calorie pumpkin pie. Great for the Holidays or any special occasionSubmitted by: MZRITA

CALORIES: 66.5  |  FAT: 0.3g  |  PROTEIN: 5.8g  |  CARBS: 12.2g  |  FIBER: 1.6g
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Very Good 4.0/5
(42 ratings)
Peppermint-Dark Chocolate Slice and Bake Cookies
Peppermint-Dark Chocolate Slice and Bake Cookies

Move over, gingerbread. There's a new favorite treat on the holiday cookie tray!Submitted by: PHULLER

CALORIES: 55.3  |  FAT: 3.1g  |  PROTEIN: 0.6g  |  CARBS: 5.9g  |  FIBER: 0.6g
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Good 3.8/5
(8 ratings)
Baked Gingerbread oatmeal
Baked Gingerbread oatmeal

This baked oatmeal is a great holiday breakfast treat. Submitted by: NALLIE01

CALORIES: 175.2  |  FAT: 3.5g  |  PROTEIN: 6.2g  |  CARBS: 31g  |  FIBER: 3.2g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(8 ratings)
Pumpkin Muffin
Pumpkin Muffin

These muffins are very tasty and go a long way in satisfying our "sweet tooth". Try them for the holidays. You won't feel like you are missing out on the Holiday goodies.Submitted by: NRIDLEY

CALORIES: 191.7  |  FAT: 4.3g  |  PROTEIN: 2g  |  CARBS: 36.5g  |  FIBER: 0.9g
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Very Good 4.1/5
(24 ratings)
Caramel Popcorn

CALORIES: 146  |  FAT: 4g  |  PROTEIN: 1g  |  CARBS: 27.9g  |  FIBER: 1.2g
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Very Good 4.4/5
(31 ratings)
Holiday Pumpkin Bread

A great gift idea, or serve with a hot cup of joe for a yummy dessert.

CALORIES: 215.8  |  FAT: 9.4g  |  PROTEIN: 3.1g  |  CARBS: 31.4g  |  FIBER: 1.3g
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Good 3.6/5
(7 ratings)
YUMMY Holiday Pumpkin Muffins

Low Fat, Low Calorie, Low Carb!!Submitted by: MRYOUNESS

CALORIES: 63.6  |  FAT: 0.5g  |  PROTEIN: 2.6g  |  CARBS: 13.3g  |  FIBER: 2.4g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(16 ratings)
Easiest holiday cookies
Easiest holiday cookies

Cream cheese balls with confectioners sugar toppingSubmitted by: DIRAE2

CALORIES: 42.6  |  FAT: 1.4g  |  PROTEIN: 0.9g  |  CARBS: 6.8g  |  FIBER: 0.1g
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Very Good 4.0/5
(28 ratings)
Holiday Spice Cut-Out Cookies
Holiday Spice Cut-Out Cookies

Traditional cookies get a tasty twist!Submitted by: PHULLER

CALORIES: 66.7  |  FAT: 3.1g  |  PROTEIN: 0.9g  |  CARBS: 9.4g  |  FIBER: 0.8g
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Good 3.9/5
(19 ratings)
Sugar Cookies

Low-cal holiday cookies have never tasted so good! Add color and flare with your favorite decorations.

CALORIES: 52.2  |  FAT: 1g  |  PROTEIN: 0.8g  |  CARBS: 9.9g  |  FIBER: 0.1g
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Very Good 4.0/5
(23 ratings)
Ham-Wrapped Fruit

These appetizers go great for summer time get togethers or for a holiday appetizer or brunch buffets. Make them fun with novelty toothpicks.

CALORIES: 198  |  FAT: 8.9g  |  PROTEIN: 9.2g  |  CARBS: 21.8g  |  FIBER: 2.7g
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Very Good 4.7/5
(35 ratings)
Fresh Cranberry Sauce

Forget the canned sauces that no one ever eats. This freshly made cranberry sauce is simple - perfect for the holiday season.Submitted by: TRUFFLEMAKER

CALORIES: 50.7  |  FAT: 0.1g  |  PROTEIN: 0.4g  |  CARBS: 13.2g  |  FIBER: 1.7g
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Good 3.6/5
(10 ratings)
Nanna Lynne's Rainbow Fruit Squares

The night before Thanksgiving and on Christmas Eve (in preparation for holiday gatherings) we all gang up in the kitchen and whip up batch of these goodies! Fruit never disappeared THIS fast!Submitted by: GOJAZZYNANNA

CALORIES: 143.3  |  FAT: 1.2g  |  PROTEIN: 2.1g  |  CARBS: 29.2g  |  FIBER: 1.7g
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Very Good 4.6/5
(9 ratings)
Tropical "jello" salad ("Jello Crap")

We have this every holiday, and as far as I know it's always been called "jello crap," and I don't know where the recipe actually came from. :) Basically it's a fruit salad with a twist.Submitted by: MAMA2ELLA

CALORIES: 156.6  |  FAT: 0.3g  |  PROTEIN: 13.3g  |  CARBS: 13.3g  |  FIBER: 0.5g
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Very Good 4.9/5
(7 ratings)
Roasted Winter Vegetables

Especially good for Thanksgiving or other winter holidays. Watch out for brothers-in-law who steal all the pearl onions!Submitted by: BUNRAB

CALORIES: 145.1  |  FAT: 3.8g  |  PROTEIN: 2.7g  |  CARBS: 26.9g  |  FIBER: 3.4g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(6 ratings)
Magical Pudding “Pie” Dessert

This is a simply amazing dessert fix for when you’re trying to shed the holiday pounds but love dessert! Here's the magic part - after the dessert sits long enough, the crackers taste exactly like a thin layer of phyllo dough! It’s important to get the salted kind of crackers, though – it makes a difference!Submitted by: JO_JO_BA

CALORIES: 151.3  |  FAT: 1.7g  |  PROTEIN: 4.5g  |  CARBS: 21.4g  |  FIBER: 0.6g
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Very Good 4.6/5
(10 ratings)
Cassie's EASY Spinach & Rice Casserole

How can you go wrong with spinach and long grain wild rice? You can't! This low-calorie side dish is perfect for any holiday meal and loaded with Vitamin A.Submitted by: CASSIE753

CALORIES: 139.5  |  FAT: 4.6g  |  PROTEIN: 5.9g  |  CARBS: 19.3g  |  FIBER: 1.1g
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Very Good 4.8/5
(4 ratings)
Best Ever Strawberry Pie

This is a great low fat version of strawberry pie that never fails to get me through holidays.
Don't fall into the temptation of trying it before it's fully cool because it tastes just awful hot! Submitted by: SGWILSON

CALORIES: 8.3  |  FAT: 0.1g  |  PROTEIN: 0.2g  |  CARBS: 1.9g  |  FIBER: 0.6g
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Very Good 4.2/5
(18 ratings)
Yummy Pumpkin Cookies

These cookies are basically low - everything! Low-calorie, low-fat, low-sodium, but high in Vitamin A, thanks to the pumpkin. And they taste great! They're soft & chewy and perfect for the holidays.Submitted by: APRILSLOVE

CALORIES: 38.4  |  FAT: 0.1g  |  PROTEIN: 0.6g  |  CARBS: 8.9g  |  FIBER: 0.4g
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Very Good 4.8/5
(28 ratings)
Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes

This is moist and hearty hotcake loaded with pumpkin flavor brought out by traditional holiday spices.

You can freeze leftover pancakes in an an airtight freezer bag and reheat the next morning in the microwave (about 1 minute on high).

My children ask for this recipe instead of standard pancakes all the time. I love that they get a veggie in their breakfast, and that they don't want syrup with it!!!

Submitted by: INSANKNITTY

CALORIES: 100.6  |  FAT: 1.8g  |  PROTEIN: 3.6g  |  CARBS: 17.6g  |  FIBER: 0.7g
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Very Good 4.3/5
(4 ratings)
Carolyne's Apple Stuff

I'm sure that nothing about this recipe is remotely healthy, but the holidays are coming! It was passed down to me from my grandma who had a wicked sweet tooth.Submitted by: DLYN1124

CALORIES: 178  |  FAT: 3.3g  |  PROTEIN: 1.7g  |  CARBS: 35.5g  |  FIBER: 0g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(8 ratings)
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies

"As a fun alternative to pumpkin pie, I often make these easy drop cookies. The chocolate chips and harvest-fresh goodness make them special enough for a holiday dessert"Submitted by: TOZTECH

CALORIES: 173.4  |  FAT: 8g  |  PROTEIN: 2g  |  CARBS: 24.7g  |  FIBER: 1.2g
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Very Good 4.9/5
(15 ratings)
Butternut Squash w/Pineapple Topping

Makes 12 one half cup servings. A souffle like side dish perfect for the holidays or any time!Submitted by: LYNAT529

CALORIES: 137.5  |  FAT: 3.5g  |  PROTEIN: 3.1g  |  CARBS: 25.1g  |  FIBER: 0.2g
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Very Good 4.3/5
(7 ratings)
Grandma Nick's Pumpkin Bread

This comes from the 1971 Betty Crocker Cookbook and is the best pumpkin bread recipe I have found. It makes great mini-loafs for holiday gifts.Submitted by: JLVANPEL

CALORIES: 286.5  |  FAT: 10.5g  |  PROTEIN: 4.1g  |  CARBS: 45g  |  FIBER: 1.5g
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Very Good 4.5/5
(27 ratings)
Neo-Soul Slow-Cooker Collard Greens
Neo-Soul Slow-Cooker Collard Greens

A low-fat, low sodium easy twist on an old family favorite. Just in time for the Holidays.Submitted by: D710DANCE

CALORIES: 49.6  |  FAT: 3.1g  |  PROTEIN: 3.4g  |  CARBS: 2.3g  |  FIBER: 0.5g
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Very Good 4.0/5
(4 ratings)
Cherie's Cranberry Jello Fruit Salad

Sugar Free Jello and Fruit Salad may be used as a salad or a dessert. It may be used during holidays or anytime of year. It is a great side dish for turkey, ham or pork chops.Submitted by: CHERIE55

CALORIES: 122.3  |  FAT: 0.7g  |  PROTEIN: 0.3g  |  CARBS: 29.5g  |  FIBER: 1.6g
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