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I need some help!
Hey everyone... i am new to this site, but have been dieting for awhile. This past week i began a weight loss program at a medical office and the doctor advised me to stay on a 1200 cal. diet until i lost alittle more weight. The problem that i am having is finding something easy and quick to make that will not taste…
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Banana Oat Bran Muffins
Banana Oat Bran Muffins (Fat/Carbs(Fiber)/Protein) 2 ¼ Cup Oat Bran 4/56(13)/16 1/3 Cup Splenda 0/8/0 1 ½ Tsp Cinnamon 1 Tbsp Baking Powder 2/3 Cup FF Milk 0/8/6 2 Medium Bananas (1-1 1/3 Cup), Mashed 1/51(6)/2 2 Egg Whites 0/0/7 2-3 Tbsp unsweetened Applesauce 0/10(1)/0 Mix together. Bake at 425 for 12-17 minutes. Makes…
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3 course Easter Dinner for 419 calories
Well its going to be Easter soon and have been planning my menu. So if you cook and dont do the brunch thing, here is a menu for you. Three course meal with special desert the kids will love and 419 calories total! Curried Cauliflower Soup with Parsley Cream :tongue: This recipe serves: 6 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup…
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Broccoli Soup
2 Servings This is a simple broccoli soup that can be prepared quickly. Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable stock 3 cups chopped broccoli (about 1/2 large bunch) 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tsp grated ginger root 1 cup soy milk or skim milk 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion Instructions: 1. In a large…
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Pan-Seared Salmon and Cucumber Salad
This recipe serves: 4 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 1/2 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 cup peeled, thinly sliced cucumber 1 cup peeled, grated carrot 1 cup thinly sliced red onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro 4 salmon fillets, about 4 to 6 ounces each salt to…
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Grilled Portobello "Benedict"
Cooking spray 4 portobello mushroom caps, about 4 ounces each 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 4 pieces Canadian bacon 8 eggs 2 tablespoons water Freshly ground black pepper 4 teaspoons store-bought basil pesto 8 fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons 4 teaspoons freshly grated Parmesan Preheat…
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Peach Pie Smoothie
1/2 cup nonfat or 1 percent lowfat milk 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt 1 cup frozen unsweetened peaches 1 tablespoon honey, plus more to taste 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch ground nutmeg Pinch ground ginger Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Per Serving: Calories 240;…
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Marinated Flank Steak with Blue Cheese Sauce
1 1/4 pounds beef flank steak 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon brown sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese 2 tablespoons lowfat buttermilk Dash Worcestershire sauce 1 medium red onion 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 12 radicchio leaves 2…
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Tuna Cheese Spread
1 pkg cream cheese 1 can tuna 3-4 tbsp mayonnaise 1/2 to 1 tbsp lemon juice 3/4 tsp curry powder dash salt 2 green onion, finely sliced Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for about 1 hr Drain tuna. Mash with fork. In medium bowl, combine cream cheese, tuna and mayonnaise. Add lemon juice, curry and salt. Mix to…
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Eggplant Dip
8 Servings Eggplant Dip has a great texture with a tangy, vinegary, seasoned taste that is mellowed with the pita. I also like to smear the dip inside warm crepes for a different kind of presentation. Ingredients: 1 eggplant (1 1/2-pounds) 1/2 medium onion, grated or finely chopped 2 tablespoons capers 2 tablespoons…
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Winter chili
3 onions 1 tbsp canola oil 5 oz portobello mushrooms 1 lb, 1 oz extra lean ground chicken 1 can low-sodium diced tomatoes 20 baby carrots (pured, cooked with tomatoes) 12 oz - cubed butternut squash 10 celery talks (1/2 pured, 1/2 diced) 2 cups navy beans (can be substituted) 8 oz water seasonings, salt, pepper to taste…
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Ginger-Peanut Chicken-Salad Wraps
Just found this in cooking light, it looks good and i am going to try it this weekend.:bigsmile: Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 6 (4-ounce) skinned, boned chicken breast halves 1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger 3…
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White Bean Salad
3 Serving This is a very easy bean salad you can make the night before and take to work, or serve as a side dish. Ingredients: 1 can white beans, like cannelini 1 tbsp red pepper, chopped fine 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped fine 1/4 cup tomato, diced 1 tbsp red onion, chopped fine 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp…
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low cal vegan cupcakes!
i need a quick low cal vegan cupcake recipe it would be good if it was easy and the ingredients weren't too out there like i would like to make some tonight! please help! and please add calorie count if you can thanks:smile:
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Tortilla and Green Chili Casserole
This is one of my fav ediets recipes. I have made it at least 3 times. It makes a lot of food and is very filling. I usually use the Josephs tortillas instead because of the health benefits of them. I'm not sure of the calorie amount by itself but the entire meal ediets gives me is 506.8 calories and 14.4 g fat for dinner.…
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Overnight Oatmeal
Here is an easy way to serve a crowd a hearty breakfast before facing the elements for a day of winter sports. You can assemble it in the slow cooker in the evening and wake up to a bowl of hot, nourishing oatmeal. The slow cooker eliminates the need for constant stirring and ensures an exceptionally creamy consistency. It…
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Creamy Hot Apple B-Fast with Brown Sugar Crunch
Love morning meals that can double as desserts? You'll FLIP over this sweet concoction... Ingredients: 1 cup peeled apple chunks (any sweet, not tart, variety) 1 Nature Valley Maple Brown Sugar Crunchy Granola Bar (half a 2-bar package) 2 no-calorie sweetener packets (like Splenda) 1 1/2 tsp. Jell-O Sugar Free Fat Free…
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The Breakfast Club
More than just an '80s flick... now it's an enormous, sandwich-inspired egg scramble! Ingredients: 2/3 cup fat-free liquid egg substitute (like Egg Beaters) 2 oz. raw extra-lean ground turkey (like the kind by Butterball or Jennie-O) 2 slices Jennie-O Extra Lean Turkey Bacon 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes Optional toppings:…
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Egg Salad Recipe
I got this recipe from ediets. I calculated it in the recipe calculator using light kraft mayo and reduced calorie whole wheat bread. But, I got 289 calories and 13.9 g fat. You can adjust it based on your own preferences and if you use all egg whites instead. I get a craving for egg salad now and then and we all know how…
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Steak help
I don't know a lot about steak but I'd like to have one soon. Is there a cut that's lean but is tender too? I used to get ribeyes but I think they are pretty fattening. Also do you have any ideas on marinating and cooking? I'd like to try something new. Thanks!
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Carrot Soup
This is for all the soup lovers out there. My 2 and 4 year olds love this soup. 1 tbsp of light margarine (trans fat free) 1 cup finely chopped onions 3 cups thickly slice carrots 4 cups chicken stock (or veggie stock) 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 tbsp long grain rice 1/2 cup 1% milk 1/4 tsp of black pepper 2 cups of water 1. In…
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Deceptively Delicious Cookbook
has anyone tried any of the repices from Deceptively Delicious Cookbook? and is it worth buying?
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Salmon Frittata
1 Serving This simple omelet or frittata is a great way to incorporate some healthy omega-3's into your breakfast or lunch. It's even better if you use omega-3 enriched eggs. This recipe also works with either two whole eggs or four egg whites. This is a perfect meal for a low carbohydrate diet. Ingredients: 1 egg 1 egg…
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Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Stew
Super Easy, and way good! I've put all the canned stuff in, so you know the "worst" for the nutritional info--but that hikes up the sodium. Go with fresh and don't use the taco packet, and you'll cut the sodium by approx. 1000 mg. Sadly, I always take the easy route. :ohwell: ) 1 lb chicken (I've used thighs and breast…
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Meatball Alphabet Soup
I made this today and it was very good. My 2 girls & husband enjoyed it as well. 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons quick cooking oats 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 pound lean ground turkey 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1…
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Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce
1 spaghetti squash halved lengthwise seeds removed 1/2 pound ground turkey 1-2 cloves garlic chopped 1/2 - 1 onion chopped 1 cup prepared marinara sauce (look for low calorie - the one I used was 50 calories per 1/2 cup) Parmesan cheese Baked squash face down on foil topped pan at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes or until…
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Sausage & Peppers
I threw this together last night. It was quick and soooo yummy. 1 package Foster Farms Italian Turkey Sausage 2 Sweet red peppers 1 Sweet yellow pepper 1/2 sweet onion Fennel seed Italian seasoning salt Spray pan with nonstick cooking spray. Put the sausage in a large pan over medium heat. Cook covered for 10 minutes. Cut…
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Angel Lush w/ Pineapple Desert
I found this in a magazine and made it tonight. Wow, it was good! Prep time was 15 minutes. 1 Pkg (4 serving size) Vanilla Instant Pudding 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained 1 cup thawed whipped topping *could use lite or fat-free 1 prepared angel food cake 1 cup fresh mixed seasonal berries *I used frozen…
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Angelfood Cake
I count it as a protein:heart: I make half a recipe and half a recipe has 450 calories, no fat, 20 grams of protein, I don't remember the carbs, there is a half a cup of flour in my 1/2 recipe, also I count the Splenda as 100 cals. since I went to their website and they tell me a cup has 24 carbs. 1 3/4 Cups Splenda 1/4…
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Grilled Eggplant Panini
Makes 4 sandwiches ACTIVE TIME: 35 minutes TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 8 1/2-inch slices eggplant (about 1 small) 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 8 slices whole-grain country bread 8 thin…