Low Calorie Cooking: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Dinner in 30
On an especially busy night, look to these five recipe ideas for a healthy and quick meal, ready in under 30 minutes.
On an especially busy night, look to these five recipe ideas for a healthy and quick meal, ready in under 30 minutes.
Budget Meals
If you are looking for healthy, low calorie food without bursting your purse strings, these low calorie budget meal tips and recipes are exactly what you are looking for.
If you are looking for healthy, low calorie food without bursting your purse strings, these low calorie budget meal tips and recipes are exactly what you are looking for.
Weekday Meals
Low calorie meals will be easy to plan with this layout of five low calorie menu ideas. From sandwich night, to chicken night, find easy and delicious recipe ideas here.
Low calorie meals will be easy to plan with this layout of five low calorie menu ideas. From sandwich night, to chicken night, find easy and delicious recipe ideas here.
Baked Apple Crisp
Here is a delicious crisp recipe using tart granny smith apples with sweet cinnamon topping in this low calorie baked apple crisp.
Here is a delicious crisp recipe using tart granny smith apples with sweet cinnamon topping in this low calorie baked apple crisp.
Banana Bread Recipe
Applesauce works wonders in this lightened-up version of a classic low calorie banana bread recipe. Who doesn't love a warm piece of fresh banana bread?
Applesauce works wonders in this lightened-up version of a classic low calorie banana bread recipe. Who doesn't love a warm piece of fresh banana bread?
Baked Pears
These low calorie baked pears are an excellent, sweet substitute for your typical sugary, gooey holiday dessert. Stuffed with wholesome nuts and fruits, you won't feel guilty indulging in this treat.
These low calorie baked pears are an excellent, sweet substitute for your typical sugary, gooey holiday dessert. Stuffed with wholesome nuts and fruits, you won't feel guilty indulging in this treat.
Apple Stuffing
This recipe for apple stuffing uses granny smith apples to give the stuffing a real kick. By limiting the use of butter in this apple stuffing, it also remains low in calories.
This recipe for apple stuffing uses granny smith apples to give the stuffing a real kick. By limiting the use of butter in this apple stuffing, it also remains low in calories.
Streusel-Topped Pumpkin Muffin
These low calorie pumpkin muffins make a lovely breakfast or brunch item for a cool fall day. The pumpkin and walnuts really embrace the bounties of fall.
These low calorie pumpkin muffins make a lovely breakfast or brunch item for a cool fall day. The pumpkin and walnuts really embrace the bounties of fall.
Chinese Chicken Stir Fry
Stir fry is a wonderful way to enjoy low calorie cooking as it usually contains ample vegetables, and can be made with low calorie sauces. This recipe takes advantage of both of these low calorie cooking tips.
Stir fry is a wonderful way to enjoy low calorie cooking as it usually contains ample vegetables, and can be made with low calorie sauces. This recipe takes advantage of both of these low calorie cooking tips.
Clam Chowder
This recipe for clam chowder proves that the dish can be creamy, full of flavor, and low in calories!
This recipe for clam chowder proves that the dish can be creamy, full of flavor, and low in calories!
Pumpkin Pie
It just isn't Thanksgiving without the pumpkin pie. If you are watching your waistline over the holidays, this low calorie pumpkin pie is a great way to go.
It just isn't Thanksgiving without the pumpkin pie. If you are watching your waistline over the holidays, this low calorie pumpkin pie is a great way to go.
Black Bean Burgers
If you love burgers, but not the guilt of diving into a greasy double decker, try these Black Bean Burgers as a yummy substitution.
If you love burgers, but not the guilt of diving into a greasy double decker, try these Black Bean Burgers as a yummy substitution.
7 Basic Tips
This article describes seven simple steps to follow in achieving low calorie cooking.
This article describes seven simple steps to follow in achieving low calorie cooking.
How-To Raisin Bread
Bake the bread for one-half hour
Bake the bread for one-half hour
Chicken Parmesan
Normally, chicken parmesan would have no place in a low calorie diet! However, this recipe makes a few simple changes to the popular dish to produce a low calorie and delicious meal.
Normally, chicken parmesan would have no place in a low calorie diet! However, this recipe makes a few simple changes to the popular dish to produce a low calorie and delicious meal.
Taco Soup
This soup combines low calorie beans, beef, and vegetables with a spicy southwestern flare.
This soup combines low calorie beans, beef, and vegetables with a spicy southwestern flare.
Top 5 Cookbooks
Here you will find 5 excellent low calorie cookbook choices for the low calorie cook of any skill level.
Here you will find 5 excellent low calorie cookbook choices for the low calorie cook of any skill level.
Top Five Soup Meals
Soup can make a satisfying and nutritious meal. Check out these five top recipes for low calorie soups which are suitable for far more than a starter course.
Soup can make a satisfying and nutritious meal. Check out these five top recipes for low calorie soups which are suitable for far more than a starter course.
low calorie substitute
A list of low calorie substitutes, using mostly common foods.
A list of low calorie substitutes, using mostly common foods.
Turkey and Cranberry Wrap
This is a low calorie wrap with succulent layers of roast turkey and a creamy cranberry spread.
This is a low calorie wrap with succulent layers of roast turkey and a creamy cranberry spread.
Sweet Potato Fries
Here is a twist on your traditional french fry: a fry made out of sweet potatoes and baked in the oven for a far healthier side dish!
Here is a twist on your traditional french fry: a fry made out of sweet potatoes and baked in the oven for a far healthier side dish!
Honey Glazed Salmon
A light glaze of honey and garlic makes this healthy baked salmon taste anything but low calorie.
A light glaze of honey and garlic makes this healthy baked salmon taste anything but low calorie.
Healthy Apple Pie
It's not easy to make a healthy apple pie, but by limiting the amount of sugar used, this lower calorie apple pie recipe become somewhat healthy!
It's not easy to make a healthy apple pie, but by limiting the amount of sugar used, this lower calorie apple pie recipe become somewhat healthy!
Vegetarian Chili
This chili is so chuck full of spicy beans and vegetables that you won't even notice that it is meat-free.
This chili is so chuck full of spicy beans and vegetables that you won't even notice that it is meat-free.
Sausage and Mushroom Stuffing
With no added fat aside from the chicken sausage, this stuffing remains low in calories while being packed with flavor.
With no added fat aside from the chicken sausage, this stuffing remains low in calories while being packed with flavor.
Bowtie Pasta
This recipe uses all the best of Italy: pasta, fresh basil, tomato, mozzarella, and olive oil in a simple and tasteful main course or side dish recipe.
This recipe uses all the best of Italy: pasta, fresh basil, tomato, mozzarella, and olive oil in a simple and tasteful main course or side dish recipe.
Garlic Shrimp
Here you'll find a recipe for garlicky sauteed shrimp, ready in a matter of minutes.
Here you'll find a recipe for garlicky sauteed shrimp, ready in a matter of minutes.
Bean Tostadas
Dinner or lunch is a snap with these low calorie bean tostadas, made with simple ingredients that you may even have on hand right now.
Dinner or lunch is a snap with these low calorie bean tostadas, made with simple ingredients that you may even have on hand right now.
How to Make Oven Chicken
Here is a tip on separating eggs if your recipe calls for egg white only.
Here is a tip on separating eggs if your recipe calls for egg white only.
Low Calorie Meatloaf
You may not think that meatloaf can make a low calorie dish, but by using very lean ground beef, it is a protein-packed, low calorie entree you can feel good about.
You may not think that meatloaf can make a low calorie dish, but by using very lean ground beef, it is a protein-packed, low calorie entree you can feel good about.
Minestrone
This minestrone is chuck full of lean vegetables, beans, and pasta, yet eats like a hearty meal.
This minestrone is chuck full of lean vegetables, beans, and pasta, yet eats like a hearty meal.
Oven Fried Chicken
This is a satisfying version of an american classic, baked to a perfect crisp as opposed to being fried.
This is a satisfying version of an american classic, baked to a perfect crisp as opposed to being fried.
Maple Baked Acorn Squash
The natural sweetness of acorn squash comes through very nicely in this recipe, making a sweet dish possible without the addition of a lot of sugar.
The natural sweetness of acorn squash comes through very nicely in this recipe, making a sweet dish possible without the addition of a lot of sugar.
Mini Pizzas
If you don't have the time to make a spectacular pizza dough, simply use english muffins for a quick, easy pizza dinner.
If you don't have the time to make a spectacular pizza dough, simply use english muffins for a quick, easy pizza dinner.
Family-Style Dinner Menu
Follow these suggestions for putting together a traditional family-style dinner, complete with the chicken, mashed potatoes, and creamy gravy.
Follow these suggestions for putting together a traditional family-style dinner, complete with the chicken, mashed potatoes, and creamy gravy.
Chicken Salad Recipe
This low calorie chicken salad recipe is all you might expect in a satisfying lunch or no-cook dinner.
This low calorie chicken salad recipe is all you might expect in a satisfying lunch or no-cook dinner.
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Lots of vegetables and lean chicken make these oriental lettuce wraps incredibly tasty and healthy. You can easily serve them as either an appetizer or a main dish.
Lots of vegetables and lean chicken make these oriental lettuce wraps incredibly tasty and healthy. You can easily serve them as either an appetizer or a main dish.
Turkey Gravy
A fat separator allows you to make delicious, low calorie gravy to dress up your thanksgiving turkey and potatoes. This simple recipe will show you just how easy low calorie gravy can be.
A fat separator allows you to make delicious, low calorie gravy to dress up your thanksgiving turkey and potatoes. This simple recipe will show you just how easy low calorie gravy can be.
Salmon with Citrus Salsa
The fresh cilantro and zesty oranges compliment a peppery salmon fillet to perfection.
The fresh cilantro and zesty oranges compliment a peppery salmon fillet to perfection.
Vegetable Pizza
Vegetable pizza is a great finger food for parties, showers, and get-togethers. However, it is not always low calorie, unless you make a few changes as in this recipe for low calorie vegetable pizza.
Vegetable pizza is a great finger food for parties, showers, and get-togethers. However, it is not always low calorie, unless you make a few changes as in this recipe for low calorie vegetable pizza.
Meal Planning
One downfall for many would-be low calorie cooks is simply that when it comes to dinnertime, there is no plan for what to cook! Take a little time to do some meal planning at the beginning of the week so that you are well-stocked and prepared for the dinnertime crunch.
One downfall for many would-be low calorie cooks is simply that when it comes to dinnertime, there is no plan for what to cook! Take a little time to do some meal planning at the beginning of the week so that you are well-stocked and prepared for the dinnertime crunch.
Chicken and Rice Soup
This is a classic chicken and rice soup recipe perfected with a hint of rosemary.
This is a classic chicken and rice soup recipe perfected with a hint of rosemary.
Zucchini Sticks
Prepare a batch of these oven fried zucchini sticks, using very little fat, for a delicious and low calorie appetizer or snack option.
Prepare a batch of these oven fried zucchini sticks, using very little fat, for a delicious and low calorie appetizer or snack option.
Baked Tortilla Chips
If you are needing something crunchy and salty, but do not want all the calories that go it, try this low calorie baked tortilla chip recipe and have delicious, crisp chips in a matter of minutes.
If you are needing something crunchy and salty, but do not want all the calories that go it, try this low calorie baked tortilla chip recipe and have delicious, crisp chips in a matter of minutes.
Easy Garden Lasagna
Here is an easy vegetarian lasagna recipe which uses fresh garden produce such as zucchini, mushrooms, and onions for a light and filling meal.
Here is an easy vegetarian lasagna recipe which uses fresh garden produce such as zucchini, mushrooms, and onions for a light and filling meal.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
This low calorie recipe for chicken tortilla soup is so easy it is fool-proof. It makes a terrific last-minute meal that is delicious and satisfying.
This low calorie recipe for chicken tortilla soup is so easy it is fool-proof. It makes a terrific last-minute meal that is delicious and satisfying.
Spinach Quiche
A healthy dose of spinach makes this low calorie quiche recipe one which is both elegant and nutritious.
A healthy dose of spinach makes this low calorie quiche recipe one which is both elegant and nutritious.
Bean and Chicken Burritos
These low calorie and low fat black bean and chicken burritos are a delicious solution for a hungry bunch. Not only are they delicious, but they are also simple to throw together and will keep the crowd happy.
These low calorie and low fat black bean and chicken burritos are a delicious solution for a hungry bunch. Not only are they delicious, but they are also simple to throw together and will keep the crowd happy.
Applesauce Muffins Recipe
This applesauce muffins recipe uses chunky applesauce and cranberries to sweeten the muffins. With only a small amount of sugar and oil in the muffins recipe, you end up with a delicious yet healthy muffin.
This applesauce muffins recipe uses chunky applesauce and cranberries to sweeten the muffins. With only a small amount of sugar and oil in the muffins recipe, you end up with a delicious yet healthy muffin.
Crock Pot Beef Stew
This crock pot recipe for crock pot beef stew lacks no flavor, yet is chuck full of tender vegetables and savory beef. Prepare the beef stew early in the day and simply allow it to cook in the crock pot until dinnertime.
This crock pot recipe for crock pot beef stew lacks no flavor, yet is chuck full of tender vegetables and savory beef. Prepare the beef stew early in the day and simply allow it to cook in the crock pot until dinnertime.
Grilled Chicken Breast
This grilled chicken breast is simply, yet perfectly seasoned for the grill. A dusting of cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper is all this grilled chicken breast needs for dinner tonight.
This grilled chicken breast is simply, yet perfectly seasoned for the grill. A dusting of cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper is all this grilled chicken breast needs for dinner tonight.
Healthy Recipes
Healthy recipes are in abundance in this age of healthy eating. But healthy recipes that really taste good may be a bit more challenging to come across. Here is the list of top 10 healthy recipes that will boost your health and tantilize your taste buds!
Healthy recipes are in abundance in this age of healthy eating. But healthy recipes that really taste good may be a bit more challenging to come across. Here is the list of top 10 healthy recipes that will boost your health and tantilize your taste buds!
Baked Fish Sandwich
We know we should be eating more fish for better health. Why not get in a serving of fish by eating a delicious fish sandwich? Of course if you want to keep your meal healthy, avoid commercial fish sandwiches where the fish patty is usually fried, and opt for this homemade, baked fish option instead.
We know we should be eating more fish for better health. Why not get in a serving of fish by eating a delicious fish sandwich? Of course if you want to keep your meal healthy, avoid commercial fish sandwiches where the fish patty is usually fried, and opt for this homemade, baked fish option instead.
Christmas Eve Menu
Take a little stress out of the Christmas rush by relying on this low calorie casual Christmas Eve menu to feed your crowd. Complete from cruncy appetizers to hot chocolate and baked pears for dessert, this menu is all you need for a satisfying Christmas Eve.
Take a little stress out of the Christmas rush by relying on this low calorie casual Christmas Eve menu to feed your crowd. Complete from cruncy appetizers to hot chocolate and baked pears for dessert, this menu is all you need for a satisfying Christmas Eve.
Spinach Lasagna
You will be delighted with how wonderful this lasagna dish is, even without the meat. Loaded with nutritious spinach and two cheeses, the dish is highly nutritious and low in calories.
You will be delighted with how wonderful this lasagna dish is, even without the meat. Loaded with nutritious spinach and two cheeses, the dish is highly nutritious and low in calories.
GreenPan Review
A review of the Martha Stewart GreenPan Fry Pan, 11-inch
A review of the Martha Stewart GreenPan Fry Pan, 11-inch
Tomato Salad
Juicey, ripe tomatoes in this marinated tomato salad makes a lean and flavorful salad, great for a summer pot-luck or barbeque.
Juicey, ripe tomatoes in this marinated tomato salad makes a lean and flavorful salad, great for a summer pot-luck or barbeque.
Make Your Own Dressing
A light and healthy salad only stays that way if you don't pile on the fat-laden salad dressing! Watch step-by-step instructions for making your own, low-calorie salad dressing instead.
A light and healthy salad only stays that way if you don't pile on the fat-laden salad dressing! Watch step-by-step instructions for making your own, low-calorie salad dressing instead.
Top 5 Side Dish Salads
Here are my top 5 picks for salads which make great side dishes. Put together one of these salads for your next potluck or get-together.
Here are my top 5 picks for salads which make great side dishes. Put together one of these salads for your next potluck or get-together.
coconut couscous
This is a quick cooking couscous recipe using light coconut milk for a creamy and tasteful side dish.
This is a quick cooking couscous recipe using light coconut milk for a creamy and tasteful side dish.
Corn Bread
Here is a low calorie corn bread made with healthful whole wheat flour and very little sugar for a low calorie delight.
Here is a low calorie corn bread made with healthful whole wheat flour and very little sugar for a low calorie delight.
Stocking the Pantry
Learn which foods to throw in your shopping cart when you are stocking your pantry for successful low calorie cooking.
Learn which foods to throw in your shopping cart when you are stocking your pantry for successful low calorie cooking.
Crock Pot Chicken Stew
Tender chunks of chicken and hearty vegetables make this low calorie crock pot chicken stew undeniably delicious. Better yet, it is also low in calories!
Tender chunks of chicken and hearty vegetables make this low calorie crock pot chicken stew undeniably delicious. Better yet, it is also low in calories!
Shopping for Produce
When stocking your low calorie pantry with healthy fruits and vegetables, check out this list for items that should be in your shopping cart.
When stocking your low calorie pantry with healthy fruits and vegetables, check out this list for items that should be in your shopping cart.
Slow Cooker Cookbook
A whole collection of healthy, slow cooker recipes is at your fingertips in this compilation of cooking light's slow cooker recipes.
A whole collection of healthy, slow cooker recipes is at your fingertips in this compilation of cooking light's slow cooker recipes.
Asian Dressing
A light and healthy salad only stays that way if you don't pile on the fat-laden salad dressing! Here is a recipe for making your own, low-calorie salad dressing instead.
A light and healthy salad only stays that way if you don't pile on the fat-laden salad dressing! Here is a recipe for making your own, low-calorie salad dressing instead.
Mandarin Chicken Salad
This mandarin chicken salad is a refreshing combination of lean chicken breast, sweet mandarin orange sections, and crisp lettuce greens.
This mandarin chicken salad is a refreshing combination of lean chicken breast, sweet mandarin orange sections, and crisp lettuce greens.
Cold Soba Salad
This cold soba noodle salad is lightly dressed with peanut butter and soy sauce, and has a delicious compliment of juicy chicken and crunchy carrots.
This cold soba noodle salad is lightly dressed with peanut butter and soy sauce, and has a delicious compliment of juicy chicken and crunchy carrots.
Apple Cider Slaw
A lightened-up version of creamy coleslaw with a hint of sweet crunchy apples makes this yummy side dish a complete delight.
A lightened-up version of creamy coleslaw with a hint of sweet crunchy apples makes this yummy side dish a complete delight.
Streusel Sweet Potatoes
You can't miss the sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving dinner. Here is a simple recipe for low calorie streusel sweet potatoes that will keep your guests coming back for more.
You can't miss the sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving dinner. Here is a simple recipe for low calorie streusel sweet potatoes that will keep your guests coming back for more.
Crockpot Chili
This crockpot chili is simple to prepare early in the day, and is then ready at dinnertime. You'll be impressed to see that not only is this crockpot chili easy and delicious, but it is very healthy too with lean beef, beans, and vegetables.
This crockpot chili is simple to prepare early in the day, and is then ready at dinnertime. You'll be impressed to see that not only is this crockpot chili easy and delicious, but it is very healthy too with lean beef, beans, and vegetables.
Turkey Sherpherd's Pie
This low calorie turkey shepherd's pie is a much leaner version of the shepherd's pie you might be used to. It is also a great use of Thanksgiving day leftovers.
This low calorie turkey shepherd's pie is a much leaner version of the shepherd's pie you might be used to. It is also a great use of Thanksgiving day leftovers.
Cinnamon Granola
This yummy, crunchy granola is perfect for starting out your day, or for a quick energy boost in the afternoon.
This yummy, crunchy granola is perfect for starting out your day, or for a quick energy boost in the afternoon.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Zucchini bread is made even better by making it into a delicious chocolate zucchini bread with the addition of a little cocoa powder. Better yet, keep your waist trim, as this is a low calorie chocolate zucchini bread recipe.
Zucchini bread is made even better by making it into a delicious chocolate zucchini bread with the addition of a little cocoa powder. Better yet, keep your waist trim, as this is a low calorie chocolate zucchini bread recipe.
Tomato Bruschetta
Italian simplicity at its best can be found in this bruschetta recipe with fresh tomato, basil, and mozzarella.
Italian simplicity at its best can be found in this bruschetta recipe with fresh tomato, basil, and mozzarella.
Spinach Omelet
A special occasion deserves a little something special for breakfast! This omelet would be perfect served with a couple slices of whole wheat toast for a special occasion.
A special occasion deserves a little something special for breakfast! This omelet would be perfect served with a couple slices of whole wheat toast for a special occasion.
Cajun Pork Tenderloin
Pork on a low calorie plan? Absolutely! Pork tenderloin is extremely delicious and lean, with only 2 grams of fat and 100 calories for a 4-ounce (uncooked) portion. This spicy cajun version can be cooked indoors or out, depending on your needs.
Pork on a low calorie plan? Absolutely! Pork tenderloin is extremely delicious and lean, with only 2 grams of fat and 100 calories for a 4-ounce (uncooked) portion. This spicy cajun version can be cooked indoors or out, depending on your needs.
Posole
This comforting, low calorie posole, made with very lean pork tenderloin and canned white hominy is easily low in calories with its lean broth and heaps of fresh veggie toppings.
This comforting, low calorie posole, made with very lean pork tenderloin and canned white hominy is easily low in calories with its lean broth and heaps of fresh veggie toppings.
Broccoli Salad
Here you will find a recipe for a traditional broccoli salad, complete with cruncy celery and sweet raisins.
Here you will find a recipe for a traditional broccoli salad, complete with cruncy celery and sweet raisins.
How Many Calories?
Wondering how many calories you can expect to find in these low calorie recipes? Here you will find your answer.
Wondering how many calories you can expect to find in these low calorie recipes? Here you will find your answer.
Spinach Omelette
A special occasion deserves a little something special for breakfast! Learn hot to make an omelette, perfect with a couple slices of whole wheat toast on Mother’s Day. The egg substitute adds no fat and far fewer eggs than a standard omelette using 3 eggs, in case she is watching what she eats.
A special occasion deserves a little something special for breakfast! Learn hot to make an omelette, perfect with a couple slices of whole wheat toast on Mother’s Day. The egg substitute adds no fat and far fewer eggs than a standard omelette using 3 eggs, in case she is watching what she eats.
Asian Salad
This is a simple, Asian-inspired salad recipe with a homemade dressing to tantalize your tastebuds.
This is a simple, Asian-inspired salad recipe with a homemade dressing to tantalize your tastebuds.
Blueberry Smoothie
Cool off with this delicious blueberry smoothie using fresh blueberries and blueberry yogurt.
Cool off with this delicious blueberry smoothie using fresh blueberries and blueberry yogurt.
Chocolate Mint Cookies
Chocolate and mint go together like peas and carrots, but in a much sweeter way in these yummy low calorie chocolate mint cookies.
Chocolate and mint go together like peas and carrots, but in a much sweeter way in these yummy low calorie chocolate mint cookies.
Low Calorie Cooking - Recipes
An index of recipes for the Low Calorie Cooking guide site.
An index of recipes for the Low Calorie Cooking guide site.
Low Calorie Oatmeal
Apple and cinnamon compliment eachother so wonderfully in this low calorie oatmeal, which is a perfect breakfast for a frosty morning. Better yet, the healthy fiber from the oats and apples will keep you satisfied all morning long.
Apple and cinnamon compliment eachother so wonderfully in this low calorie oatmeal, which is a perfect breakfast for a frosty morning. Better yet, the healthy fiber from the oats and apples will keep you satisfied all morning long.
Salmon Salad
Here is a recipe for creamy salmon salad, lovely on a bed of lettuce, and equally as delightful on a sandwich bun as an alternative to tuna.
Here is a recipe for creamy salmon salad, lovely on a bed of lettuce, and equally as delightful on a sandwich bun as an alternative to tuna.
Chicken Kebab
This colorful chicken kebab is a real crowd-pleaser, and is naturally low in calories as it is loaded with fresh vegetables and lean chicken breast.
This colorful chicken kebab is a real crowd-pleaser, and is naturally low in calories as it is loaded with fresh vegetables and lean chicken breast.
Blueberry Cheesecake Recipe
A delicious cheesecake recipe with swirls of blueberry sauce is sure to delight in this lower calorie blueberry cheesecake recipe.
A delicious cheesecake recipe with swirls of blueberry sauce is sure to delight in this lower calorie blueberry cheesecake recipe.
Vegetable Panini
Get a healthy serving of vegetables in the melty, cheesey roasted vegetable panini. Change is up with whatever vegetables you prefer.
Get a healthy serving of vegetables in the melty, cheesey roasted vegetable panini. Change is up with whatever vegetables you prefer.
Top 10 Gift Ideas
Check out the top ten must-have gift items for the low calorie cook on your Christmas list. Whether your budget is $15 or $50, you will find a gift solution here.
Check out the top ten must-have gift items for the low calorie cook on your Christmas list. Whether your budget is $15 or $50, you will find a gift solution here.
Veggie Wrap
This low calorie tortilla wrap is loaded with fresh veggies, and get a kick or flavor from tangy sun-dried tomatoes.
This low calorie tortilla wrap is loaded with fresh veggies, and get a kick or flavor from tangy sun-dried tomatoes.
Boneless Buffalo Wings
Boneless buffalo wings have become a party favorite, and when made with chicken breast tenders they are far healthier than your typical buffalo wings. This recipe for low calorie boneless buffalo wings will show you how to make that happen!
Boneless buffalo wings have become a party favorite, and when made with chicken breast tenders they are far healthier than your typical buffalo wings. This recipe for low calorie boneless buffalo wings will show you how to make that happen!
Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate comes in many forms. Here is your recipe for low calorie hot chocolate so that you can enjoy the cool weather, even on a calorie budget.
Hot chocolate comes in many forms. Here is your recipe for low calorie hot chocolate so that you can enjoy the cool weather, even on a calorie budget.
Turkey and Rice Soup
Looking for a way to use those turkey leftovers? This delicious, cheesey turkey and rice soup does just thatin this hearty, satisfying one-dish meal.
Looking for a way to use those turkey leftovers? This delicious, cheesey turkey and rice soup does just thatin this hearty, satisfying one-dish meal.
Seven Layer Dip
You might be suprised to know that the popular seven layer dip really can be low calorie and somewhat healthy! This recipe shows you just how this can be.
You might be suprised to know that the popular seven layer dip really can be low calorie and somewhat healthy! This recipe shows you just how this can be.
Fruit and Vegetables
Vegetables and Fruits are a key in any low calorie cooking adventure. Learn about ways to include them in a variety of ways.
Vegetables and Fruits are a key in any low calorie cooking adventure. Learn about ways to include them in a variety of ways.
Raisin and Spice Oatmeal
This recipe is truly for a one-dish complete breakfast with whole grains, dried fruit, protein-rich almonds, and a bit of non-fat milk.
This recipe is truly for a one-dish complete breakfast with whole grains, dried fruit, protein-rich almonds, and a bit of non-fat milk.
Veggie Omelet
Fresh asparagus and mushrooms folded into this veggie omelet are perfectly paired. This veggie omelet, stuffed with fresh vegetables, is a friendly addition to your low calorie diet.
Fresh asparagus and mushrooms folded into this veggie omelet are perfectly paired. This veggie omelet, stuffed with fresh vegetables, is a friendly addition to your low calorie diet.
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Tender pork tenderloin simmers in a savory tomato sauce to create a delicious low calorie pulled pork sandwich.
Tender pork tenderloin simmers in a savory tomato sauce to create a delicious low calorie pulled pork sandwich.
Mashed Potatoes
Here is a classic recipe for mounds of buttery mashed potatoes, without the butter!
Here is a classic recipe for mounds of buttery mashed potatoes, without the butter!
Honey Roasted Asparagus
Just the slightest hint of honey adds the perfect amount of sweetness to this oven roasted asparagus recipe.
Just the slightest hint of honey adds the perfect amount of sweetness to this oven roasted asparagus recipe.
chocolate pudding
This is a smooth, rich pudding to satisfy your chocolate craving!
This is a smooth, rich pudding to satisfy your chocolate craving!
Pasta with Meat Sauce
This pasta with meat sauce is loaded with vegetables and flavor for a very satisfying and low calorie meal. Use the pasta of your choice as many varieties will work well!
This pasta with meat sauce is loaded with vegetables and flavor for a very satisfying and low calorie meal. Use the pasta of your choice as many varieties will work well!
Milk Gravy
A down-home country dinner just isn't the same without a generous drizzle of this creamy milk gravy, made to be low calorie with just the help of a little chicken stock.
A down-home country dinner just isn't the same without a generous drizzle of this creamy milk gravy, made to be low calorie with just the help of a little chicken stock.
Low Calorie Panini
The ever popular panini sandwich comes in so many exciting varieties. Even if you are watching your waistline, you too can enjoy these melty, crisp, grilled sandwiches with these healthy low calorie panini recipes.
The ever popular panini sandwich comes in so many exciting varieties. Even if you are watching your waistline, you too can enjoy these melty, crisp, grilled sandwiches with these healthy low calorie panini recipes.
Sugar Cookies
These sugar cookies are great for creating festive holiday cookies, whether you use a Valentines or Christmas theme.
These sugar cookies are great for creating festive holiday cookies, whether you use a Valentines or Christmas theme.
Crock Pot Vegetarian Burritos
These crock pot vegetarian burritos are a simple solution to your weeknight dinner needs. Smokey cumin and spicy chili powder blend together perfectly for a tasty mexican meal.
These crock pot vegetarian burritos are a simple solution to your weeknight dinner needs. Smokey cumin and spicy chili powder blend together perfectly for a tasty mexican meal.
New Years Eating Tips
Low calorie eating tips for New Years. Follow these tips for getting through the last of the holiday food frenzy at your New Years party.
Low calorie eating tips for New Years. Follow these tips for getting through the last of the holiday food frenzy at your New Years party.
Shopping for Grains
Grains and carbohydrates most definately fit into a low calorie eating style. As with most other food items, the less processed they are, the better. Refer to this guide to help you stock your low calorie pantry with grain products.
Grains and carbohydrates most definately fit into a low calorie eating style. As with most other food items, the less processed they are, the better. Refer to this guide to help you stock your low calorie pantry with grain products.
Shopping for Protein Items
Look to this handy list when deciding which high protein items to put in your low calorie cooking shopping cart.
Look to this handy list when deciding which high protein items to put in your low calorie cooking shopping cart.
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
This is a spicy, low-calorie appetizer that you can serve at your next gathering with crispy baked tortilla chips.
This is a spicy, low-calorie appetizer that you can serve at your next gathering with crispy baked tortilla chips.
Berry and Granola Parfait
This pretty parfait is so easy to throw together. It can be a quick weekday breakfast that even the kids will eat, or an elegant touch to a weekend brunch.
This pretty parfait is so easy to throw together. It can be a quick weekday breakfast that even the kids will eat, or an elegant touch to a weekend brunch.
Mummy Dogs
These spooky mummy dogs are simply hot dogs wrapped in a flaky homemade dinner roll that kids and adults can both enjoy on a halloween night.
These spooky mummy dogs are simply hot dogs wrapped in a flaky homemade dinner roll that kids and adults can both enjoy on a halloween night.
Smoked Salmon Pate
This low calorie smoked salmon pate recipe is an easy one to put together, using packaged, smoked salmon and reduced fat, softened cream cheese.
This low calorie smoked salmon pate recipe is an easy one to put together, using packaged, smoked salmon and reduced fat, softened cream cheese.
Pita Chips
This recipe makes a healthy snacking alternative when you are in the mood for something crunchy.
This recipe makes a healthy snacking alternative when you are in the mood for something crunchy.
Chocolate Sauce
Here is a recipe for lower calorie, sweet, chocolaty chocolate sauce.
Here is a recipe for lower calorie, sweet, chocolaty chocolate sauce.
Mango Smoothie
Fruit and yogurt have been a part of breakfast for years, but your taste buds have never experienced them quite this way in this creamy, raspberry mango smoothie delight.
Fruit and yogurt have been a part of breakfast for years, but your taste buds have never experienced them quite this way in this creamy, raspberry mango smoothie delight.
No Cook Recipes
A hot summer day calls for a meal made from no cook recipes. These no cook recipes will result in a satisfying dinner that won't heat up your kitchen.
A hot summer day calls for a meal made from no cook recipes. These no cook recipes will result in a satisfying dinner that won't heat up your kitchen.
Bacon Omelet
This fluffy, flavorful bacon omelet is surprisingly low in calories with lean turkey bacon and lots of carmelized onions.
This fluffy, flavorful bacon omelet is surprisingly low in calories with lean turkey bacon and lots of carmelized onions.
Chicken Panini with Red Pepper
This melty, gooey chicken panini will leave you wanting more! The flavors in this low calorie chicken panini are sophisticated enough to serve to guests, yet easy enough for a quick weeknight meal.
This melty, gooey chicken panini will leave you wanting more! The flavors in this low calorie chicken panini are sophisticated enough to serve to guests, yet easy enough for a quick weeknight meal.
Glazed Carrots
Carrots have enough natural sweetness to stand on their own, but if you're looking for something a little extra special, try these apple-glazed carrots.
Carrots have enough natural sweetness to stand on their own, but if you're looking for something a little extra special, try these apple-glazed carrots.
Italian Panini with Ham
Panini is originally from Italy, so what better way to prepare your panini than with basil, mozzarella, and balsamic vinegar!
Panini is originally from Italy, so what better way to prepare your panini than with basil, mozzarella, and balsamic vinegar!
Shrimp Seviche
Shrimp seviche really is any easy dish to fit into your low calorie lifestyle. Typically shrimp seviche is chuck full of fresh vegetables and low calorie shrimp, a great edition to a healthy diet.
Shrimp seviche really is any easy dish to fit into your low calorie lifestyle. Typically shrimp seviche is chuck full of fresh vegetables and low calorie shrimp, a great edition to a healthy diet.
Asparagus with Lemon and Leeks
A delicious recipe for asparagus, seasoned with fresh lemon juice and leeks.
A delicious recipe for asparagus, seasoned with fresh lemon juice and leeks.
Crispy Cajun Fries
Only sample these tasty oven fries if you are ready for delicious, crispy, and spicy!
Only sample these tasty oven fries if you are ready for delicious, crispy, and spicy!
Superbowl Menu
Are you in charge of entertaining the crowd for this year's superbowl? Even if you are trying to stick by your low calorie diet plan, this menu, including recipes will give you everything you need for the big day.
Are you in charge of entertaining the crowd for this year's superbowl? Even if you are trying to stick by your low calorie diet plan, this menu, including recipes will give you everything you need for the big day.
Spicy Cajun Mayonnaise
This easy, low calorie spicy mayonnaise can be used however you wish, but it makes an especially nice spread for fish.
This easy, low calorie spicy mayonnaise can be used however you wish, but it makes an especially nice spread for fish.
Mom's Light Brown Biscuits
This title is deceiving as this is actually a recipe for muffins. The name has been lovingly changed by little ones over the years who have added their own interpretation of this sweet bakery treat.
This title is deceiving as this is actually a recipe for muffins. The name has been lovingly changed by little ones over the years who have added their own interpretation of this sweet bakery treat.
2009 Cooking Light Cookbook
A review of the Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2009 cookbook reveals yet another stalwart addition to the cooking light library in this appetizing collection of over 800 good-for-you recipes.
A review of the Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2009 cookbook reveals yet another stalwart addition to the cooking light library in this appetizing collection of over 800 good-for-you recipes.
Greek Chicken Salad
This flavorful greek chicken salad recipe is a refreshing meal to eat on a warm summer day when you do not want to heat up the kitchen. Complete with kalamata olives, feta cheese, and oregano dressing, this salad satisfies any craving for mediterranean cuisine.
This flavorful greek chicken salad recipe is a refreshing meal to eat on a warm summer day when you do not want to heat up the kitchen. Complete with kalamata olives, feta cheese, and oregano dressing, this salad satisfies any craving for mediterranean cuisine.
Low Calorie Summer Barbeque
Summertime calls for the tradition of a barbeque. Keep your summer barbeque light, delicious, and filling with a few tips for preparing and serving low calorie fare, full of flavor.
Summertime calls for the tradition of a barbeque. Keep your summer barbeque light, delicious, and filling with a few tips for preparing and serving low calorie fare, full of flavor.
Vegetable Broth
A basic recipe for vegetable broth that can be used in a variety of soups and other recipes.
A basic recipe for vegetable broth that can be used in a variety of soups and other recipes.
Shopping for Dairy Products
Refer to this guide when stocking up on low calorie dairy items for your refrigerator.
Refer to this guide when stocking up on low calorie dairy items for your refrigerator.
Basil
A definition of the herb, basil.
A definition of the herb, basil.
Blueberry Pancakes
Pancakes loaded with blueberries make a hearty, tasteful, and very healthy breakfast for a lazy weekend morning.
Pancakes loaded with blueberries make a hearty, tasteful, and very healthy breakfast for a lazy weekend morning.
Sauteed Summer Squash
A simple and tasty preparation for yellow summer squash with a sprinkling of fresh green bell pepper strips.
A simple and tasty preparation for yellow summer squash with a sprinkling of fresh green bell pepper strips.
Banana Blackberry Smoothie
Bananas and blackberries jam together in this yummy yogurt smoothie.
Bananas and blackberries jam together in this yummy yogurt smoothie.
OXO Fat Separator Review
Here is a review of the OXO Good Grips Fat Separator in the 4-cup capacity size.
Here is a review of the OXO Good Grips Fat Separator in the 4-cup capacity size.
Cinnamon Orange Rolls
An easy recipe using frozen dinner rolls, baked and drizzled with a sweet cinnamon orange sauce.
An easy recipe using frozen dinner rolls, baked and drizzled with a sweet cinnamon orange sauce.
Frozen Mint Pie
Chocolate and mint make a perfect match in this decadent frozen treat.
Chocolate and mint make a perfect match in this decadent frozen treat.
Cinnamon Raisin Bread
A whole grain bread recipe with swirls of cinnamon and raisins.
A whole grain bread recipe with swirls of cinnamon and raisins.
Jack-O-Lantern Pie
This is a very simple, butterscotch pudding pie that can be decorated to resemble a spooky halloween jack-o-lantern.
This is a very simple, butterscotch pudding pie that can be decorated to resemble a spooky halloween jack-o-lantern.
Mint Ice Milk
A lower calorie alternative to ice cream is this minty ice milk, using non-fat milk as opposed to cream.
A lower calorie alternative to ice cream is this minty ice milk, using non-fat milk as opposed to cream.
Tartar Sauce
A zesty accompaniment for fish served in any form.
A zesty accompaniment for fish served in any form.
Panini with Artichoke Recipe
This warm, melty panini with artichoke recipe combines spinach, parmesan, and artichokes for a crisp, satisfying sandwich that does well as an appetizer, brunch item, or quick dinner.
This warm, melty panini with artichoke recipe combines spinach, parmesan, and artichokes for a crisp, satisfying sandwich that does well as an appetizer, brunch item, or quick dinner.
Cooking with Carbs
Carbohydrates have gotten a bad reputation over the past few years. But, when it comes to low calorie cooking, are carbohydrates alright to use?
Carbohydrates have gotten a bad reputation over the past few years. But, when it comes to low calorie cooking, are carbohydrates alright to use?
Easter Dinner Menu
Looking for a way to make your Easter dinner a little lower in calories? Check out these ideas for a low calorie Easter dinner.
Looking for a way to make your Easter dinner a little lower in calories? Check out these ideas for a low calorie Easter dinner.
Upside-Down Ginger Cake
This ginger cake recipe ends up with a delicious ginger-streusel topping. Not only is it delicious, but it is lower in calories than you would expect from a typical cake recipe.
This ginger cake recipe ends up with a delicious ginger-streusel topping. Not only is it delicious, but it is lower in calories than you would expect from a typical cake recipe.
Red Pepper Spread
Roasted red peppers, spicy cumin, and garlic meld together in this savory, low calorie bean spread.
Roasted red peppers, spicy cumin, and garlic meld together in this savory, low calorie bean spread.