Category: Low Fat

February 16, 2012

Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup with Chicken

Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup with Chicken

This soup is hearty without being heavy. Wild rice, chicken and mushroom are great combo for soup. Graeat for a cold winter’s night and very easy to make.


Grilled Mango Chutney

Grilled Mango Chutney

Mango is rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds.


Healthy Cheesecake

Healthy Cheesecake

80 Calories, 9 g. Protein, 10 g. Carbohydrates, trace Dietary Fiber, trace Fat, trace Saturated Fat, 3 Cholesterol, 200 mg. Sodium, 55 mg. Calcium, 89 mg. Potassium


February 15, 2012

Chicken Enchilada Soup

Chicken Enchilada Soup

This is a copy of a favorite served at a local restaurant. Prep time: 10 min, Cooking time: 30 min, 170 cal, 13 pro, 22 carb, 3 fat


Poached Pears

Poached Pears

In this recipe, pears are simmered in orange and apple juice. The pears retain their shape, making this an elegant complement to any meal.


February 14, 2012

Borlotti Minestrone

Borlotti Minestrone

This recipe calls for Borlotti beans—the Italian variety of cranberry beans. They may be hard to find and very expensive but it will be well worth the effort.


Broccoli and Everything Salad

Broccoli and Everything Salad

Easy recipe. Use low fat or full fat for a crunchy tasty broccoli salad. Serve with whole wheat bread for a hearty meal.


February 13, 2012

Chicken Creole

Chicken Creole

Serve over hot, cooked brown rice or whole wheat pasta. 140 Calories, 13 g. Protein, 15 g. Carbohydrates, 1 g. Dietary Fiber, 9 g. Sugar, 3.5 g. Fat (0.5 g. Sat Fat), 35 mg. Cholesterol, 750 mg. Sodium


Barley, Bean, and Corn Salad

Barley, Bean, and Corn Salad

Barley, Bean, and Corn Salad are high in fiber, which may help protect you against some diseases.


February 12, 2012

Vietnamese Beef-Noodle Bowl

Vietnamese Beef-Noodle Bowl

Mrinating the beef for 4 to 24 hours ahead can save preparation time later and add extra flavor, if desired. Whole star anise imparts a licorice-like aroma and flavor to the broth, but …