These delicious and healthy multigrain sandwiches are rich in protein and fiber. Made with turkey and a generous helping of kale, a touch of fried bacon and light mayo fill them out...
Low-calorie recipes
These crispy potato-filled tartlets are a surefire treat for any party or celebration: they're easy to eat on the go, delicious, and, most importantly, vegans and...
Even without adding cheese, you can make a decent pesto that will taste just like the original. The key is to combine the ingredients correctly. A mixture of smoked almonds, pistachios, and brewed...
The flavor of this delicate, saffron-tinged risotto is reminiscent of a Provençal seafood stew, bouillabaisse. Ideal for special occasions, it will be appreciated by both vegans and vegetarians alike.
Shira-ae is a light Japanese spinach and tofu salad that's incredibly tender, creamy, and healthy. It's easy to make: blended tofu is mixed with blanched spinach and herbs.
This low-calorie yet filling and healthy broccoli soup is incredibly smooth and creamy even without the addition of cream. Its velvety texture comes from the yellow...
This vibrant vitamin bowl, both in flavor and color, is perfect for fall and winter. You'll not only get maximum benefits from this protein-, fiber-, and vitamin-rich dish, but...
Quinoa is a grain native to South America. It's considered a superfood because it contains more protein than all other grains. Quinoa has a pleasant, grassy, nutty flavor,...
This incredibly refreshing cocktail is rich in vitamin C thanks to the addition of watermelon. During watermelon season, dice the watermelon and store it in the freezer for easy access.
The words "pâté" and "caviar" aren't exactly vegetarian, but this recipe calls for a delicious plant-based pâté and garnish it with pomegranate seeds, which...
This vegan sauce will delight you with its umami flavor. Umami is the Japanese term for the fifth taste (along with salty, spicy, sour, and sweet). To achieve this effect, vegetables are used in the sauce...
If you love traditional falafel but aren't a vegetarian, try making it with turkey. Its subtle flavor won't overpower the classic chickpea flavor, and to make things easier, buy...
These delicious crispy croquettes are made mostly from pantry staples: canned salmon, sauces, spices, pickled vegetables, and flour. Delicious and budget-friendly! Let them rest before frying...
To prepare this popular Indian chicken, you don't need a special tandoori oven; your oven will do the job just fine on the grill. The chicken breast is pre-marinated in...
The secret ingredient in this dish is finely chopped olives, which act as a delicious salt. You'll need just six olives to add to the salad dressing and stuff the tender tilapia...
You don't have to load these low-calorie sandwiches with deli meats like you would with a classic Italian sub: just add one slice each of salami, ham, and cheese for a flavorful...
Who says you can't have ice cream for breakfast? It's the perfect summer option, but only if your homemade ice cream is nutritious, healthy, and sugar-free. For example, this blueberry...
Chili con carne (or simply chili) is made with lean turkey breast and canned kidney beans, but it's still very filling, nutritious, and full of flavor and aroma.
Pan-fried chicken breast served in the style of Mexican nachos. Both adults and kids will love this! Thinly sliced chicken breast, fried until golden brown and rubbed with spicy chili powder, is topped with...
For a lighter and healthier Asian fried rice, substitute some of the traditional grain with cauliflower rice. Both types of rice are pan-fried with cauliflower powder...
Treat your loved ones to a unique Mexican-inspired dinner and make these healthy turkey tacos. For the taco filling, you'll need raw turkey sausage. Simply remove the casings and fry...
Refreshing lemon, tender green peas, and crispy pancetta transform simple boiled ravioli into a restaurant-quality dish. Warm the boiled ravioli in a light butter sauce with...
These delicious, crispy pork chops are perfect for a quick, tasty dinner after work or a festive lunch. They're prepared using thin slices of...
Pork tenderloin is a surefire option for a quick, delicious dinner for a special occasion. It's hassle-free, requires no cutting or marinating, and cooks in minutes. Before...
This sweet potato crust pizza will appeal to anyone on a gluten-free diet, those who aren't ready to knead yeast dough, or those who simply want to treat themselves to a healthy pizza with a new combination of flavors and...
This pasta with vegetable Bolognese sauce is perfect for a vegetarian menu. Instead of regular pasta, it uses cheese-filled tortellini, making it very filling and delicious.
Nuts and dried fruit are the most delicious, healthy, and nutritious combination for a quick snack, but this same combination can also be used to prepare delicious yet healthy appetizers.
Ellie Krieger used sea bass fillet for this recipe, but you can fry any firm-fleshed white fish. With its mild, almost neutral flavor, white fish makes an excellent base...
Thanks to the air fryer, your turkey meatballs will turn out deliciously crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside, all without any excess fat! Delicious and healthy. Toss them with warm...
Shrimp marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, lime juice, and garlic, then grilled, are incredibly delicious. Large king prawns are best for this recipe...
Low-calorie and low-carb, yet delicious appetizers are a rare find on the holiday table, but for some, they're a real lifesaver! Here's one such healthy option. Instead of...
The roasted chicken breast is served with a light lemon sauce made in the same pan, and is garnished with baked butternut squash and lemons. The refreshing citrus flavor and aroma are perfect...
Bright pomegranate seeds, like a scattering of precious stones, adorn any winter appetizer. This light salad is no exception. Arugula, pomegranate seeds, walnuts, and coarse Parmesan shavings are topped with...
Fruit, herbs, nuts, cheese, and vinaigrette are a winning combination for a delicious, elegant salo (lard). Sweet, juicy pears are perfectly complemented by tart pieces of blue cheese.
Appetizers on skewers always look appealing, even if you're not at a picnic, and they're also easier to eat without getting your hands dirty. Ree Drummond suggests making some excellent holiday kebabs...
Aloo tikki, a crispy potato patty, is a popular snack in India. They are often stuffed with crushed green peas and served hot straight from the pan. On the streets of Delhi, aloo...
These light and airy buns are perfect for breakfast or dessert. A distinctive feature of popovers is their hollow interior, which can be filled with your favorite sauce, like berry, like in this...
Although falafel requires some planning and soaking, it's surprisingly easy to make. Spiced chickpea puree balls are deep-fried and...
These meatballs are inspired by the popular spicy Buffalo lids. Unlike fried chicken wings, oven-baked meatballs are lighter, lower in calories, and still satisfying...
This light soup is a great way to enjoy summer vegetables during their harvest season. Corn, ground with low-fat milk, gives it a wonderful velvety texture, as if it were made with fatty...
A potato casserole will be lighter, healthier, and juicier if you replace some of the potatoes with zucchini. Add onion rings, spices, and top with a creamy, low-fat mixture...
Lemon zest infuses these Mediterranean-inspired chicken meatballs with a refreshing citrus flavor that pairs perfectly with the rest of the spices and aromatic herbs: chives, thyme,...
This recipe makes these lean turkey meatballs even juicier and healthier, thanks to the addition of plenty of spinach, celery, onion, and bell pepper. Grated Parmesan cheese adds a touch of flavor...
Make a delicious frittata with the flavor of pepperoni pizza. Instead of a traditional crust, this pizza is made with a tender and fluffy omelet, thanks to the addition of egg whites. Top it with tomato marinara sauce,...
Coarsely grated raw cauliflower replaces traditional bulgur in this Middle Eastern salad. It resembles the grain, but the tabbouleh is low-calorie and...
Juicy and sweet summer tomatoes make a wonderful base for stuffed appetizers. Fill them with a mixture of rolled oats, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, green onions, and butter, and...
This Italian salad of shredded grilled chicken, roasted bell peppers, and almonds is served on crisp lettuce leaves. It's a light, juicy, and low-calorie appetizer perfect for any occasion:...
10 snacks under 250 calories
Instead of buying something from a vending machine, try making one of these healthy snacks from professional chefs. They'll fill you up.
Homemade Low-Calorie Muffins
Store-bought muffins, popular for quick snacks, can contain 400-500 kcal per cupcake. Make a healthier version with the same ingredients.
Supermarket foods that are better prepared at home
Cut out excess fat, calories, sugar and preservatives by making homemade versions of these foods.





















































