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Stir-Fried Asparagus a la lemon
My mom gave this book of low calorie meals. Its is from the 80’s What do you think? Should anything change in the recipe? Stir-Fried Asparagus a la lemon Makes 4 Servings Approximately 86 calories per serving 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 1 small clove garlic, minced 1 chicken bouillon cube 1…
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Fresh Linguine with Sausage and Cabbage
Savoy cabbage is light green and has crinkly leaves. It has a milder flavor than green or red cabbage. Ingredients 2 chicken sausages (about 5 ounces total) 1 small red onion 1 4-ounce wedge savoy cabbage 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth…
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Greek-Style Pizza with Ricotta and Feta
Using reduced-fat (or part-skim) ricotta helps keep the fat and cholesterol in check, while tangy feta adds a pungent kick. Ingredients Cornmeal for sprinkling 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 cup chopped fennel 1 10-ounce package chopped frozen spinach, thawed Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 14-inch whole-grain…
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Saucy Salmon
1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium diced tomatoes, juice included 1 (12-ounce) can low-sodium tomato sauce 1 (7-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained, rinsed and thinly sliced 2 dried whole red chile peppers 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon salt…
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Choc. mouse
1 large box of diet instant choc pudding (use fat free milk) 1 large container diet cool whip 1 box fat free cream cheese mix pudding then blend in the cream cheese and fold in cool whip it is a great help for those days your dying for some choc. Add a banna for some extra fun.
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This was SUCH a great dinner!
SO, last night the menu was chicken, asparagus, and potatos...simple yes...but please try! It was FABULOUS and the hubby LOVED it and he is one of the most picky eaters I know! The Chicken was marinaded all day with the following (as suggested by someone on MFP...I don't remember who)...1/2 cup dt. coke, 1/2 cup fat free…
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Sweet Potato Fries
I know we've covered this recipe tons. However, I am running out the door and want to make sure I have it right. Also, how do I get them to crisp up good. My father will be trying these and he's not real keen on healthy options to french fries. I want him to see their best potential.
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zuccini squash
need some good recipes. Dads garden just came in and i need some ideas besides frying. also has anyone ever froze zuccini? how did you do it?
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Breakfast Parfait for ONE
Breakfast Parfait for One Best Life Diet approved recipe! Here's a layered breakfast treat that combines sweet, smooth and crunchy in every bite! Prep Time:10 min Start to Finish:10 min Makes:1 serving 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Light Fat Free or Yoplait® Original 99% Fat Free yogurt (any fruit flavor) 1/3 cup Whole Grain…
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Piña Colada Freeze
PER SERVING (entire recipe): 156 calories, <0.5g fat, 41mg sodium, 18g carbs, 0.5g fiber, 12g sugars, 2g protein -- POINTS® value 3* Pssst... For a rockin' non-alcoholic smoothie, swap the rum in this recipe for an ounce of pineapple juice. Your virgin Caribbean sipper will have only 73 calories, <0.5g fat, 1g fiber and a…
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Any good Recipes for any meal or snack?
Does anybody know of any good (low in calorie) meals or snacks? Anything's good :) Thanks for your help! :flowerforyou: Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter
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Extra lean ground turkey sloppy joes
this is one of my favorite dinners. If you eat it on whole wheat buns it's really not that bad. It is a lb of ground turkey, an 8 oz can of tomato paste, 1 1/4 cup water and McCormick sloppy joe seasoning ... the recipe us on the seasoning packet... it is fast and so good!!
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Yummm
This morning after my run I whipped up my new favorite chocolate protein shake.. 1/2 cup of 1% milk 1 scoop of chocolate whey protein powder 1 JELLO sugar-free liv active milk chocolate bliss pudding snack (has more fiber than the others) 1 cup crushed ice Then curiousity got the best of me and I added a tablespoon of…
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Piña Colada Parfait Surprise
PER SERVING (entire parfait): 175 calories, 0.5g fat, 129mg sodium, 42g carbs, 5g fiber, 28g sugars, 8g protein -- POINTS® value 3* SURPRISE!!!! It's got bananas in it, too... Ingredients: One 6-oz. container fat-free vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup canned pineapple tidbits in juice, drained 1/4 cup chopped banana 2 tbsp. Fiber One…
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Piña Colada Caramel Crunchers
PER SERVING (1 cruncher): 45 calories, <0.5g fat, 49mg sodium, 10g carbs, 0.5g fiber, 4g sugars, <0.5g protein -- POINTS® value 1* You will FLIP for these frozen tropical treats with a fun twist... Ingredients: 2 Jell-O Sugar Free Vanilla Pudding Snacks One 8-oz. can crushed pineapple in juice, lightly drained Half an…
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Eggplant Sandwich with Cilantro Hummus
I got this recipe online and tried it out tonight. It was delicious and pretty healthy. Here is the recipe: http://kitchen-parade-veggieventure.blogspot.com/2005/07/day-101-eggplant-sandwiches-with.html We added lots of veggies to the sandwiches, and the only thing that I changed was to add a little tahini to the hummus.
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mmmm avacado :-)
this is a sandwich my mom always makes and i am OBSESSED with!!! 1 sub roll (i use the fresh bakery ones) 1/2 medium avocado, sliced 1/4 cucumber, sliced (peeled or unpeeled, whichever you prefer) 2 tbsp fat free cream cheese 3 tbsp salsa toast the roll in the toaster oven, spread the cream cheese on the top and bottom,…
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Chinese Noodle Recipes????
Anyone have some chinese noodle recipes? Sort of like lo mein?:flowerforyou: Thank you!
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Hungry Girl's Mint Chocolate Chip Freeze
PER SERVING (entire recipe): 99 calories, 2g fat, 33mg sodium, 19g carbs, 0g fiber, 7.5g sugars, <0.5g protein -- POINTS® value 2* Ingredients: 1 tbsp. Fat Free French Vanilla Coffee-mate powdered creamer, dissolved in an oz. of warm water 1 tbsp. sugar-free chocolate syrup 1 flat tsp. instant coffee 1 tsp. mini semi-sweet…
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monchuWOK noodles recipe???? Anyone have it?
I ate some the other day and it's sooooooo good and only like 173 calories!!!! Does anybody know the recipe? There's one in the Willowbrook Mall (that's where I tried it) in Houston/Cypress Texas, Or, any good chinese recipes (preferably noodles :D ) Thank you!:flowerforyou:
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Good Healthy Foods? (Snacks and Meals)
I have a big sweet tooth and I like good food but I need it to be good for me. Are there any healthy Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and/or snack recipes that are low calorie; not too much sugar that is healthy-ish (or not bad).:flowerforyou: Thank you!
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Cucumber-Avocado Guacamole
2 ripe avocados, peeled and chopped 1/3 medium organic* cucumber, chopped 1/3 medium onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp cumin powder 1 squeeze lemon (about 1-2 Tbsp juice) Salt to taste (about 1/2 tsp) Add all ingredients to blender or food processor and process to desired consistency. Add salt (about 1/2 tsp) to…
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Matthew's All Natural High Fiber/Protein Smoothie
Greetings all! Here is a personal favorite of mine. I make it on evenings when I don't have much time to make a dinner. Each serving contains the following: Calories: 360 Fat: 4g cholesterol: 5mg Protein: 16g sodium: 340 mg carbs: 63g sugars: 46g Fiber: 10g Ingredients: 1 cup almond breeze original almond milk (check any…
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Need a little spice?
... then you should probably make the salad I just made for lunch.. omg: DELICIOUS! and, my mouth is on fire and i am loving it Spicy Southwestern Salad Ingredients: 2 cups romaine lettuce 1/4 chopped red onion 1/4 chopped green pepper 1/4 cup chopped tomato 1/4 cup sweet corn 1/4 cup black beans jalapeño slices (i used…
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HG's Holy Moly Guacamole
Guac 'n Roll! We KNOW guacamole, people. And we are POSITIVE you're gonna FLIP over this stuff! (Pssst... we recommend dipping cut veggies and baked tortilla chips in it!) Ingredients: One 15-oz. can early/young peas, drained 1/2 cup mashed avocado (about 1 medium-small avocado's worth) 1/3 cup chopped cherry or grape…
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Any good snack recipes that are low-calorie and healthy?
I eat really bad when it comes to snacking. Does anybody know of some healthy recipes for snacks to please my sweet tooth :D I've tried frozen yogurt (chocolate) and it was awesome but regular yogurt makes me want to puke :flowerforyou: Thank you!
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Fruit pizza recipes?
Hey all - my brother is having a graduation party in a week or so and I want to provide the guests (and myself!!!!!) a healthier option other than the traditional graduation cake. I really really want to make a fruit pizza, but I see most of them call for sugar cookie dough for the crust. do you all have any recipes for…
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Lazy Day Lasagna
This sounds too good not to share! I haven't made it yet but am planning it for this weekend! So, I'll let you know how it turns out! If anyone beats me to it, please share!!! *Kistinbee* Lazy Day Lasagna 12 Whole Wheat Lasagna Noodles, uncooked 1 (12 oz.) Bag Morningstar Veggie Crumbles 4 Cups Hunt's Four Cheese Spaghetti…
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Chicken with Portobello Enchiladas
2 oz reduced fat sour cream 6 oz raw chicken breast, no skin 2 oz raw cilantro 1/2 cup diced portabello mushrooms 1/4 cup raw chopped onions 2-1/4 oz canned green chilies 2 flour tortillas, 8 inch 4 oz reduced fat, shredded cheddar cheese Prep & Cooking Time: 1 hr. 0 min. Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 2.5 oz Directions:…
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breakfast
Breakfast is my downfall. I am running out of good, healthy options for breakfast. I am really not much of an oatmeal person. I can eat it occasionally but not more than that. Right now I am eating cereal and fruit or boiled eggs (just about had my fill) a bagel with fat free cream cheese. I eat fruit every morning. I work…