Low Calorie Recipes

JHuntley2015

Thought I would share these recipes I found that look to be very tasty and low calorie

1. Veggie Sub: 380 Calories
Why it rules: Get your daily serving of veggies and them some with this flavorful sandwich.
Calorie breakdown: 1 6-inch whole-wheat sub roll: 220 calories, 2 tablespoons hummus: 60 calories, ¼ cucumber, sliced: 15 calories, 1 small tomato, sliced: 10 calories, 5 black olives, halved: 40 calories, ½ carrot, shredded: 30 calories, 1 handful alfalfa sprouts: 5 calories
Side snack: 1 large handful of sweet potato chips (80 calories)
2. Curried Chicken Pita With Cranberries and Pear: 375 Calories
Why it rules: No mayo (aka added fat and empty calories!) needed for this tasty chicken salad.
Calorie breakdown: 1 whole-wheat pita: 80 calories, 1/2 a chicken breast, diced: 100 calories, ¼ cup non-fat Greek yogurt: 30 calories, 2 tablespoons dried cranberries: 45 calories, 1/2 pear, diced: 45 calories, 1 teaspoon honey mustard: 5 calories, 1/2 teaspoon curry powder: <1 calorie, 1 squeeze lemon juice: <1 calorie
Side snack: The other half of the pear used in the salad! (45 calories)
3. Caesar Salmon Wrap: 364 Calories
Why it rules: Light dressing and heart-healthy salmon make this a winning wrap.
Calorie breakdown: 1 whole-wheat pita: 80 calories, 1 5oz.-can of salmon: 120 calories, 2 tablespoons light Caesar dressing: 60 calories, 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese: 25 calories, 1 handful spinach: 5 calories
Side snack: ¼ cucumber sliced with 2 tablespoons of hummus (75 calories)
4. Egg, Tomato, and Avocado Sandwich: 385 Calories
Why it rules: This sandwich is leaner and green than a traditional bacon, egg, and cheese. And delicious any time of day.
Calorie breakdown: 1 English muffin: 120 calories, 1 large egg, fried: 75 calories, 1 teaspoon olive oil: 40 calories, ¼ avocado, sliced: 60 calories, 2 slices tomato: 10 calories
Side snack: 1 medium-sized apple (80 calories)
5. Ham, Pear, and Swiss Sandwich: 395 Calories
Why it rules: Deli ham is leaner than its Christmas dinner version, but still packed with protein. Choose a low-sodium version for best results.
Calorie breakdown: 2 slices whole-wheat bread: 180 calories, 3 slices deli ham: 100 calories, 1 slice Swiss cheese: 70 calories, 1/2 pear, sliced: 45, 1 teaspoon honey mustard: 5 calories
Side snack: ¾ cup apple chips (80 calories)
6. TBLT: 375 Calories
Why it rules: Turkey bacon is a leaner than regular bacon, but is still full of crispy deliciousness!
Calorie breakdown: 2 slices whole-wheat bread: 180 calories, 3 slices turkey bacon: 130 calories, 2 slices tomato: 10 calories, 1 leaf Romaine lettuce, 5 calories, 1 tablespoon low-fat mayo: 50 calories
Side snack: Two pretzel rods with 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (100 calories)
7. Roast Beef and Horseradish Sandwich: 385 Calories
Why it rules: Impress your co-workers with this tasty lunch that’s full of calcium, too. (Thanks, mozzarella!)
Calorie breakdown: 2 slices whole-wheat bread: 180 calories, 2 slices deli roast beef: 100 calories, 1 thick slice fresh mozzarella cheese: 70 calories, 1 tablespoon horseradish sauce: 30 calories, 1 leaf Romaine lettuce: 5 calories
Side snack: 1 large peach (70 calories)
8. Better AB&J: 390 Calories
Why it rules: Almond butter is a great swap for peanut butter and contains 25 percent less saturated fat.
Calorie breakdown: 2 slices whole-wheat bread: 180 calories, 2 tablespoons almond butter: 190 calories, 1 tablespoon reduced-sugar jelly: 20 calories
Side snack: ½ cup plain Greek yogurt with ¼ cup fresh blueberries (91 calories)
9. Tangy Shrimp and Avocado Wrap: 377 Calories
Why it rules: Shrimp is a filling, low-calorie lunch option that tastes great with our beloved avocado.
Calorie breakdown: 1 whole-wheat wrap: 130 calories, 6 pre-cooked shrimps, chopped: 42 calories, ¼ avocado, sliced: 60 calories, ¼ cucumber, sliced: 15 calories, ¼ cup Greek yogurt: 30 calories, 1 squeeze lemon juice: <1 calorie, Garlic, salt, and pepper to taste
Side snack: 8 mixed olives (100 calories)
Salads/Platters
10. Greek Pita Salad: 368 Calories
Why it rules: Protein-packed chickpeas and naturally lower-fat feta spice up this salad.
Calorie breakdown: 1 cup romaine lettuce: 8 calories, ½ whole-wheat pita, sliced: 40 calories, ¼ cup feta cheese: 100 calories, ¼ cup chickpeas: 70 calories, ½ cucumber, sliced: 30 calories, ¼ small red onion, chopped: 10 calories, 2 tablespoons Greek dressing: 110 calories
Side snack: 10 baby carrots with 2 tablespoons hummus (100 calories)

mockchoc

thanks!