Low Calorie Main Dish Recipes

Create a filling, yet light lunch or dinner with these tasy and low calorie main dish recipes!

  • Alfredo Lite

    Alfredo Lite

    Posted on January 12, 2012 | No Comments
    Now you can enjoy Pasta Alfredo again without the guilt!  Delicious, healthy and low in calories and fat!  You can even cut out a lot more calories by replacing the whole-wheat fettuccine noodles with Past-Slim noodles! Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 clove garlic, minced 1 onion,...

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  • Veggie Taco Salad

    Veggie Taco Salad

    Posted on January 11, 2012 | No Comments
    A delicious, vegetarian friendly taco salad that’s high in protein and under 300 calories. Serves: 4 Ingredients 4 cups shredded lettuce (the more green, the better) 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 diced avocado 2 chopped green onions 2/3 cup red kidney beans (canned – rinsed...

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  • Easy Garlic Chicken

    Easy Garlic Chicken

    Posted on September 15, 2011 | No Comments
    Serves: 4 Ingredients 3 tbsps butter 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp seasoning salt 1 tsp onion powder Preparation Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and coat with garlic powder, seasoning salt and...

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  • Low Calorie Turkey Chili

    Low Calorie Turkey Chili

    Posted on September 15, 2011 | No Comments
    Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 lb ground turkey 1 onion, chopped 2 cups water 1 (28 ounce) can canned crushed tomatoes 1 (16 ounce) can canned black beans – drained, rinsed, and mashed 2 tbsps chili powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp...

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  • Frisky Asian Frittata

    Frisky Asian Frittata

    Posted on September 15, 2011 | No Comments
    Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 tbsp peanut oil 1 qrtr cup diced red onion 2 tsp grated fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup diced green pepper 4 whole eggs 8 egg whites 2 tbsps light soy sauce 1 cup fresh bean sprouts 1 cup...

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  • Salmon Salad with Goat Cheese and Oranges

    Salmon Salad with Goat Cheese and Oranges

    Posted on April 1, 2011 | No Comments
    A delicious low calorie salad with a citrus twist! Great source of protein and omega 3′s! Special thanks to Mother Rimmy for sharing this recipe!  Check out more of her delicious recipes at Mother Rimmy’s Cooking Light Done Right! Serves 4 Ingredients 4 tablespoons grape...

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  • Artichoke & Bean Soup

    Artichoke & Bean Soup

    Posted on September 29, 2009 | 2 Comments
    Makes 4 servings, 1 cup each Ingredients 1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp olive oil 1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste Prep 1. Puree artichokes and...

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  • Salmon Wheels

    Salmon Wheels

    Posted on September 25, 2009 | No Comments
    Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1/2 cup coarse dry whole wheat breadcrumbs 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard 1 tbsp chopped shallot 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp chopped rinsed capers 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried 1 1/4 pounds...

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  • Pecan-Coated Chicken

    Pecan-Coated Chicken

    Posted on August 18, 2009 | No Comments
    Tender chicken breasts covered in pecan pieces flavored with orange zest and spicy chipotle!  A delicious and low calorie dinner that’s high in protein. Servings: 4 Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts trimmed 1/2 cup pecan pieces 1/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs 1 1/2 tsp...

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  • Moo Shu Vegetables

    Moo Shu Vegetables

    Posted on August 14, 2009 | No Comments
    A delicious eastern dish.  Highly nutritious and low in calories.  Add a cut up chicken breast for more flavor and protein if wanted. Ingredients 3 tsp toasted canola oil, divided 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 tsp minced fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1...

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