dinner for under 400 caleries?

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shahneeking
shahneeking Posts: 13
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to give plenty of energy as I will be excerisising tonight? something quick and easy.. nothing containing chicken.. maybe tuna?

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  • Jillk1023
    Jillk1023 Posts: 121 Member
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    bump
  • healthyandthin
    healthyandthin Posts: 104 Member
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    Cereal or granola for dinner fulfills my appetite.
  • shahneeking
    shahneeking Posts: 13
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    Nooo I need a proper dinner! Gosh, don't you think dinner is always the hardest one to try and pick!
  • ♥♥YoungMrs♥♥
    ♥♥YoungMrs♥♥ Posts: 178
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    tilapia..tons of protein..not many cals
  • cookiejones
    cookiejones Posts: 104
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    I usually like doing some oven grilled veggies and a protein when I want a lean dinner. Toss a bunch of cubed veggies such as eggplant, red pepper, red onion and zucchini in a bit of olive oil, garlic and spices, then baking in the oven at 375 for 20 minutes. Serve with some grilled chicken or fish with a light lemon vinaigrette. That should be around 300 calories or so...
  • sarahs440
    sarahs440 Posts: 405
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    i got this recipe from another member on here and it was pretty tasty.

    3 cans tuna, drained
    crushed special K crackers, I used the herb ones, and i just took two servings and crushed them
    2 eggs

    mix it all together. Form patties with your hands, place in griddle (spray with Pam) and cook for four minutes, or until browned. Flip and cook until browned. Serve with some veggies and maybe a boiled potato.

    230 calories per patty, thats what my recipe maker came up with.
  • delilahthegoddess
    delilahthegoddess Posts: 59
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    I love a HUGE bowl of spinach with a can of tuna and 2 tbls of ranch dressing(compliments brand) It will keep you under 400 and tastes great!
  • AllyS7
    AllyS7 Posts: 480 Member
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    I second Tilapia.

    On Friday's (Yay for Lent)

    I sometimes cook a Tilapia fillet on brown rice with broccoli and cauliflower.I spice it up with some garlic and low sodium mozzarella cheese on it.
  • ambie35
    ambie35 Posts: 853 Member
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    i got this recipe from another member on here and it was pretty tasty.

    3 cans tuna, drained
    crushed special K crackers, I used the herb ones, and i just took two servings and crushed them
    2 eggs

    mix it all together. Form patties with your hands, place in griddle (spray with Pam) and cook for four minutes, or until browned. Flip and cook until browned. Serve with some veggies and maybe a boiled potato.

    230 calories per patty, thats what my recipe maker came up with.


    this sounds awesome!
  • brendalyne
    brendalyne Posts: 497
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    Yesterday I made a salad with the following: Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, strawberries, feta cheese, a few walnuts, grilled salmon (you could substitute tuna), and a balsalmaic vinegrette dressing. It was SO GOOD, and was only 254 calories. I added a half piece of wheat toast spread with a little laughing cow cheese for another 90 calories, and was still under 400. It was satisfying and scrumptious! FYI - when I make salmon I always make extra to put on a salad the next day.
  • Tree72
    Tree72 Posts: 942 Member
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    Fish is definitely a good choice. You can get a fillet of your favorite fish and wrap it in a piece of foil with a slice of lemon and a slice of onion and maybe a sprinkle of herbs. It takes about 20 minutes in the oven and is very tasty.

    Another good option is a shrimp and veggie stir-fry. It's very filling and high on protein.

    If you have a little more time, though it still takes less than an hour, you could roast a pork loin. It's very lean and the leftovers are great for sandwiches and salads.
  • Hairhacker
    Hairhacker Posts: 174 Member
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    I just had Gortons grilled shrimp...it's from the freezer section. Baked it 15 minutes for the whole bag and OOOOOO MY GOSH!!! It was delicious! 8 shrimp for 110 calories and I didn't add any extra seasoning or anything and they were perfect! That with some veggies was great and very low-cal.
  • rdoyle35
    rdoyle35 Posts: 3
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    Hi ,
    your recipe for tuna burgers, how may servings does it make?
  • mikrch01
    mikrch01 Posts: 6 Member
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    The tuna recipe sounds great. I will have to try that.
  • amfmmama
    amfmmama Posts: 1,420 Member
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    hormel's marinated tenderloin. Cheap. Easy on the grill. 3oz = 140 calories ( I usally have 6 oz) I like the terriaki.
  • amfmmama
    amfmmama Posts: 1,420 Member
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    hormel's marinated tenderloin. Cheap. Easy on the grill. 3oz = 140 calories ( I usally have 6 oz) I like the terriaki.


    OOPS It is a Pork tenderloin!
  • MrsSorenson
    MrsSorenson Posts: 450 Member
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    Dinner is the hardest for me too!
  • tammie_knowles
    tammie_knowles Posts: 4 Member
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    That sounds good:smooched:
  • cupajoe
    cupajoe Posts: 155
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    I like to make a salad out of a can of tuna, a can of drained and rinsed garbanzo beans, whatever veggies I have on hand (usually red onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, and celery), and a tiny bit of lowfat ranch and light mayo or a lemon vinnegrette(olive oil, lemon juice and zest, dijon mustard, s&p). Serve it on a big bed of baby spinach...YUM. The tuna/bean mixture will make 2-3 servings, depending on how many veggies you have in it.
  • Gidget86
    Gidget86 Posts: 45
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    How about an egg white omlette with lots of vegies and Laughing Cow cheese...
    quick and easy. Or omlette with a chopped up spicey black bean burger, like a taco omlette.

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