Sweet apple and crunchy pecans are mixed with cranberries, cabbage and refreshing dressing. Serve this on the side or atop your favorite sandwich.
Dress up your veggie side dishes and make them the star of the show. These carrots are both spicy and sweet, with a ginger kick.
Frittatas are an ideal opportunity to enjoy a quiche without the fat from the crust. Broccoli, potato and eggs are seasoned with paprika and blended with the distict Jarlsberg cheese.
Fresh cranberries add a delicious tart kick to these muffins, but feel free to substitute other fruits like blueberries, apples, pears or pineapples, when the season strikes.
This stew will amaze as everyday ingredients blend together to form a deliciously spiced one pot wonder. It’s flexible enough to incorporate a wide variety of hearty vegetables, so if you don’t have winter squash or zucchini on hand, try it with another gourd.
The traditional southern carrot and raisin salad is updated with a zesty ginger dressing. Dried cranberries bring a refreshingly tart zing, so serve it a little on the side as a relish or atop cabbage to make it a meal.
This sweet take on spinach balances the honey with cider vinegar and the poppy seeds with almonds. Watch Catherine and little Kenya create this sensational salad.
This Mexican breakfast can be made in about 5 minutes, or make a big batch on the weekend, freeze it, and microwave one for a fast breakfast on the go.
Imagine a hearty breakfast that, unlike say oatmeal, is cooling for summertime. The ginger gives this muesli a spicy twist!
This hearty heart-healthy breakfast has turmeric – an anti-inflammatory which helps ward off Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis and cancer.
This simple compote is great over lowfat yogurt or a whole-grain cereal in the morning (you might also enjoy it later in the day, over lowfat ice cream or slices of angel food cake).
This apple pie is so sweet and delicious, you won’t believe that it contains no added sugar! The secret is the natural sweetness of apples, coupled with cinnamon and apple juice. For a truly luxurious treat, try topping this pie with a bit of frozen yogurt or whipped cream.
The main problem with canned icing is that it’s full of fat, but recipes for easy icings you can make from scratch are usually loaded with butter or cream cheese. This recipe replaces the high-fat dairy with low-fat or nonfat yogurt. Give it a whirl!
The problem with cake mixes is that they always tell you to add way too much oil and eggs. But you don’t really have to follow the instructions. You can get good results with just a few small changes that really lighten up the final product.
These truffles are a sweet treat that contains all natural ingredients, prepared and served raw.
Make your sweetheart a box of truffles with some melted chocolate, a blender, and these healthy combos.
Spirulina supplies essential amino acids, supports the immune system, lowers cholesterol levels and enhances mineral absorption.
Experience the full potential of root vegetables with this simple recipe that uses everyday kitchen staples!
Escalivada can be served on its own, or as a side dish. This is a beautifully colorful dish and an elegant addition to a dinner party.
A wonderful low-fat alternative to creamy coleslaws! Crunchy cabbage spiked with extra veggies, all drenched in a rich, roasted red pepper vinaigrette. The recipe comes from our friends at Mrs. Dash
Roasting potatoes at a high oven temperature can be a great low-fat alternative to frying. It works particularly well for thick-cut steak fries. This recipe comes from our friends at Mrs. Dash.
Using a bottled dressing makes this salad a breeze to throw together.
Vanilla and cinnamon add sweetness while chipotle chili pepper and ginger bring an unexpected heat to these grilled fruit skewers. For variety, add sliced star fruit.
Tossing ripe fruit with a honey-vinegar sauce gives them a wonderful sweet-tart taste. Offer straight up or topped with a dollop of low-fat vanilla yogurt.
This orange-flavored quick bread is almost fat-free and very yummy!!
Looking for something lighter than ice cream or sherbet? Try this.
You know spring is here when fava beans show up at the farmers markets and grocery stores. Fresh fava beans are time-consuming to shell, but well worth the effort!
A sweet carrot salad you can have as a side – or as dessert! Add your favorite dried fruits for variety.
As the weather gets warmer, everyone starts looking for ways to eat lighter – and yogurt parfaits can be the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
This delicious recipe was submitted by Whitney Sutherland of Vernon, Connecticut.
Contributed by Ilene Courland of Valley Stream, New York.
Contributed by Sylvia Sivley of Schenectady, New York.
Tofu replaces heavy cream in this flavorful no-cook sauce, which is warmed when you toss with the hot cooked pasta.
An easy way to get some calcium today! Start the day with a blast of fruit, soy and fat-free yogurt.
A great breakfast smoothie for one. Banana, pineapple, strawberry, a little vanilla yogurt – how could you go wrong!?
Mango Lassi is a favorite at Indian restaurants, and now you can make it in your own kitchen for a delicious breakfast drink!
This sweet, fruit inspired french toast is made with tofu and soymilk, so it’s vegan-friendly.
The Chinese often begin their day with a congee, or rice porridge. This breakfast rice, sweetened up with cinnamon and berries, is a great way to use up leftover rice.
OK, so it has no peppers, tomatoes or onions. But it’s thick and hearty, long-simmering goodness. That’s kind of like chili, right?
This recipe from the Healthy Menu Mailer puts an interesting twist on having your morning coffee. The fruit and low-fat yogurt combo is a great way to start the day.
This tangy sauce is a great topping for toast, pancakes, waffles, low-fat granola, or whole-grain cereal.
