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Under 500 calorie resturant meals
Applebees tortilla chicken melt olive garden venetian apricot chicken mcdonalds (260cal) grilled chicken ceasar salad with low fat vinaigrette burger king (300cal, 9fat) chicken garden salad with kens ff ranch dressing burger king (340cal 8fat) bk veggie burger without mayo subway 6 inch turkey breast on wheat with veggies…
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delicious breakfast or lunch wrap under 250 calories
So I was trying to be creative this morning/afternoon with my meal and this is what I cam up with: INGREDIENTS: 1 tomato basil wrap (smart and delicious 100 calories) 3 egg whites(51 cals) 14 pieces turkey pepperoni (50 cals) 1 slice fat free cheddar cheese (kraft-35 cals) Baking powder and baking soda (i like the texture…
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quick! I need a lower cal dessert!
I know one of you guys have a fabulous dessert recipe you can share! I need to make something great, that no one will suspect it to be a lower cals!!! Any ideas?
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Tuna salad with zucchini.
Source: Chris Smith, The Diabetic Chef Tuna salad with grilled corn, zucchini, and zesty flavors. Rating: (0) Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Difficulty: Easy Nutrition Facts Makes 1 serving Amount Per Serving Calories 208.7 Total Carbs 13g Dietary Fiber 1.6g Sugars 2.4g Total Fat 9.2g Saturated Fat 1.4g…
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Savoury Apple & Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients (Serves 4 as part of a Christmas lunch): * 24 Brussels Sprouts * 1 Apple * 50g butter * 3 tbsps olive oil Method: 1. Whilst gently heating the butter and olive oil together in a heavy bottomed saucepan, prepare the sprouts and chop them into quarters 2. Add to the heated oil and butter and cook for 5 minutes,…
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I am searching for
I am searching for some recipes that use only chicken, turkey or shrimp. These also need to use no diary or have a sub that can be used. They are for my hubby and I. We have found out within this last year that many of the foods we were eating were actually making use very sick and causing large amounts of pain. I have…
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Snacks 150 calories and under
wanted to share this I dont know if its been posted before -1small apple and 1 oz brie cheese 150cal,1pro,15car,8fat,5sfat,3fib -6 tortilla chips, 1/6th avocado, 3 Tbs salsa 150cal,9f,1sfat,17car,3 pro -2cup slice strawberries, 6 Tbsp whipped cream 153 cal,5f,3sfat, 28car,7fib,3pro -4oz low fat vanilla pudding cup, 1/2cup…
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DOUBLE CHOCOLATE BROWNIES
MAKES 16 BROWNIES PER BROWNIE: 111 CAL 1 PRO 18 CARB 4 FAT 3 SAT FAT 1 FIB NONSTICK COOKING SPRAY 4T BUTTER 2/3 C GRANULATED SUGAR 1/2 C COLD WATER 1 TSP VANILLA 1 C ALL PURPOSE FLOUR 1/4 C UNSWEETENED COCOA POWDER 1 TSP BAKING POWDER 1/4 C MINI SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE PIECES 2 TSP POWDERED SUGAR PREHEAT 350 COAT BOTTOM OF…
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CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP FAJITAS
MY APOLOGIES IF THIS HAS BEEN POSTED BEFORE SERVES 1 496 CALORIES 18 FAT 3 SAT FAT 58 CARB 7 FIBER 39 PRO 1/2 C SLICED ONIONS 1C SLICED MULTICOLOR BELL PEPPERS 1 T OLIVE OIL 1 GARLIC CLOVE, MINCED 1 TSP GROUND CUMIN 4OZ PRE COOKED FROZEN SHRIMP, THAWED 3 T CHOPPED FRESH CILANTRO 1 LIME JUICED 2 WHOLE GRAIN TORTILLAS SAUTE…
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Firecracker Salmon - Delicious!
INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) 8 (4 ounce) fillets salmon 1/2 cup peanut oil or canola 4 tablespoons soy sauce 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 4 tablespoons green onions, chopped 3 teaspoons brown sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon…
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fudge
anyone have any good recipes on fudge? healthier or not!
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Slow Cooker Chicken with Cashews
Great healthy option when you have a craving for asian cuisine. Lord knows chinese take out is off limits :bigsmile: Taken from Family Circle Magazine Makes:6 servings prep:15 mins Slow cook: 31/2 on low or 51/2 hours on high. What you need: 1lb bonesless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1" chunks 2 cups baby carrots 1/2…
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CHOCOLATE AMARETTO TORTE (warning - very rich!)
Ingredients: 1/3 cup margarine, melted 2 cups Oreo cookies, crumbed 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted and chopped 1 package (6 oz. size) chocolate chips 1 can (14 oz. size) sweetened condensed milk 1 carton (16 oz. size) sour cream 1/3 cup Amaretto 1 cup heavy cream, whipped Directions: Combine margarine, 1/2 C crumbs, and…
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Snack time!!!
White popcorn kernels - follow stove top popping instructions Franks Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce (a little goes a long way) Skip the butter and salt, but get all the flavor and then some!
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Shirataki noodles-- help this girl indulge!
So, Hungry Girl raves about these and I've had a good dish of them once. I'm going home soon and would love to make some Shirataki dishes. Any tips for making them? I tried to make them in my dorm microwave. It didn't turn out well. But I had them from a stovetop some time later, and they were much better. Thing is, I can'…
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Beef and Mushroom Stew
Beef-and-Mushroom Stew - Cooking Light Yield 4 servings (serving size: 1 1/2 cups) Ingredients 1 pound lean beef stew meat Cooking spray 1 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups crimini or button mushrooms (about 1/2 pound), halved 1 cup dry vermouth 1 cup low-salt…
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Cauliflower Cannelloni
I just made a big batch of this low calorie dinner to freeze and use over the holidays at my sister's. Luckily had enough left over to serve for dinner tonight. Adapted from a Jamie Oliver recipe. 1 large head of cauliflower in a large pot - - cook in water until soft, drain most of the water, mash or use an Inversion…
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Peanut Butter-Fudge Cups
Peanut Butter-Fudge Cups With their peanut butter cookie crusts and their chocolaty cake centers, these diminutive desserts offer a festive twist on the traditional peanut butter cup. Yield 2 dozen (serving size: 1 cup) Ingredients Crust: 1/4 cup chunky peanut butter 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons chilled butter,…
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Fettuccine Alfredo with Broccoli (lighter version)
Our version has... 61% fewer calories 167% more fiber 88% less fat 45% less sodium 90% less cholesterol than a traditional version Time: 25 minutes Servings: 4 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 c 1% milk, divided 3/4 c grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (about 3 oz) 1 tsp…
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Orange Cookies
From Fitness magazine Orange Cookies 1/2 cup currants 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup packed light-brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon grated orange zest 2…
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Recipe Request - Baked Falafels!
Ok, so I adore falafel. Since the girlfriend is a vegetarian, I've been trying to find a recipe for them which isn't fried. I've failed. So, here goes - anyone have a baked falafel recipe? I'd really appreciate it!
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Any good low carb recipes?
Does anyone have any good low carb recipes? I'm trying to be good and cut out some of the carbs. I've been eating WAY to many. Thanks for any suggestions! :happy:
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does anybody have a recipie for salsa?
I want to learn how to make healthy homemade salsa and spinach dips and things like that! if anybody know's of any, please let me know!
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Orange Beef
Weight Watchers serves 4 serving size 1 cup 3 scallions, sliced 2 garlic cloves 1 tbsp minced peeled fresh ginger 1 tbsp grated orange zest 3/4 lb boneless sirloin steak trimmed& cut into matchstick-thin strips 1 (10-oz) bag fresh sugar snap peas & baby carrots 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp orange juice 1 tsp…
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Turkey Scaloppine Parmesan
Weight Watchers serves 4 (serving size is 1 cutlet w/ 1/3 c sauce) 4 (1/4-lb) turkey cutlets 1 1/2 c fat-free marinara sauce 4 (3/4 oz) silces fat-free mozzarella cheese 1/4 c freshly gated Parmesan cheese Spray a large nonstick skillet w/ nonstick spray and set over medium-high heat. Add the cutlets and cook until…
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Yummmy!
Okay.... so usually Saturday night is my "special meal" night. However, since I am depressed about NOT really losing weight....and STILL holding on to 1lb of Thanksgiving.... :grumble: I decided to make a little grilled sandwich. IT WAS SOOOO GOOD! Still a bit of a splurge though. You need: Deli roll (whatever you like)…
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Down-Home Chicken Stew
Down-Home Chicken Stew - Cooking Light Yield 5 servings (serving size: 1 1/2 cups) Ingredients 2 cups diced peeled baking potato, divided 1 cup diced peeled turnips (about 6 ounces) 2 (16-ounce) cans fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, divided 3 tablespoons 2% reduced-fat milk 1 teaspoon butter or stick margarine 2 cups…
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Beef Stew with Leeks and Beer
This is delicious!!! Beef Stew with Leeks and Beer - Cooking Light Yield 6 servings (serving size: 1 1/3 cups) Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 pounds sirloin tips or round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 cups thinly sliced leek (about 4 large) 3 1/2 cups quartered mushrooms (about 8 ounces) 2 cups (1/4-inch-thick)…
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Chile-Cheese Chowder
Chile-Cheese Chowder - Cooking Light For a vegetarian soup, substitute 1 tablespoon oil for the bacon drippings and vegetable broth for the chicken broth. Red or green bell peppers can be substituted for the poblano chiles. For optimal creaminess, be sure to add the cheese after removing the soup from the heat; overheated…
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Baked Penne with Zucchini (lighter version)
Go whole grain Switching from regular to 100% whole wheat pasta more than doubles the hunger-busting fiber per serving. Most common pastas have 100% whole wheat versions, but if you're skittish, ease the transition by trying a multigrain blend first (4 g of fiber per serving, as opposed to 2 g in regular pasta). Time: 1…