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400-Calorie Dinners

Every diet begins with watching what you eat. Counting calories is key whet...

Every diet begins with watching what you eat. Counting calories is key whether you're maintaining a healthy weight or working to shed a few pounds. Fortunately, there's an easier way to go about the math than tracking down nutritional info and logging every bite: build a strong portfolio of delicious low-calorie meals and let it do the work for you. We'll get you started with this collection of 400-calorie dinner recipes that are short on calories but big on flavor. The only arithmetic you'll be responsible for is subtracting pounds.

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Whole-Grain Recipes

We all know whole grains are good for us, but we’ve collected the best whol...

We all know whole grains are good for us, but we’ve collected the best whole-grain recipes to make them a regular part of your cooking routine. The fiber and nutrients associated with whole grains make them an essential part of a healthy diet, but it’s often difficult to work them into your everyday cooking. This collection of recipes uses whole grains—from brown rice to whole-wheat pasta—in a delicious variety of ways.

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Spinach Recipes

Popeye the Sailor Man isn't the only one who loves spinach. We are all aboa...

Popeye the Sailor Man isn't the only one who loves spinach. We are all aboard the spinach ship, and we are about to give you 39 reasons why you should be too. Mild and healthy spinach won't overpower already-flavorful recipes and makes for a powerful ingredient in salads, pastas, sandwiches, and more.

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Our Favorite Chili Recipes

The best chili recipes are loaded with flavor and require nothing more than...

The best chili recipes are loaded with flavor and require nothing more than a slice of crusty bread as a side to sop up the hearty soup. Perfect for tailgating, easy Sunday suppers, and quick weeknight meals, these top-rated chili recipes are delicious and, as a bonus, make plenty so that you can portion out lunches for the week. Nothing warms the body and soul like a hearty bowl of chili. Read the recipe reviews and you'll see why these delicious chili recipes are must-make meals. Grab a spoon and enjoy a bowl tonight.

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Clean Eating Slow Cooker Recipes

From slow-cooked pull-apart pork for tacos to perfectly seasoned stews, cle...

From slow-cooked pull-apart pork for tacos to perfectly seasoned stews, clean eating slow cooker recipes are the perfect solution for a busy weeknight dinner. Many slow cooker ingredients rely on heavily processed ingredients, like cream of mushroom soup to create silky sauces, but those convenience products are loaded with sodium, fat, and mystery ingredients. However, these clean eating slow cooker recipes are loaded with fresh ingredients, lean proteins, and whole grains. Just choose a recipe, add it to your slow cooker, and press start. Dinner will be ready with just a touch of a button. Skip high-calorie slow cooker dinners with this list of clean eating recipes that transform real ingredients to ready-to-eat dinners.

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Vegan Recipes

Being vegan doesn't have to mean missing out. These dishes, ranging from di...

Being vegan doesn't have to mean missing out. These dishes, ranging from dinner-worthy entrées to mouth-watering desserts, show that a plant-based diet can be easy and delicious. For those who follow a vegan diet, which means no animal products of any kind including eggs, milk, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products. We've focused on the widest interpretation of a vegan diet, so some of the recipes we've identified as vegan do include honey.

Spiced and Seared Flank Steak with Carrot Mash and Snap Peas

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Quick Gluten-Free Recipes

Quick and easy gluten-free dinner recipes also happen to be incredibly deli...

Quick and easy gluten-free dinner recipes also happen to be incredibly delicious. Try one of these mouthwatering gluten-free recipes for dinner, or make ahead for lunches during your busy week. Each recipe relies on protein, vegetables, and grains that all are gluten-free, but even if you don't have a gluten sensitivity or diagnosed issue, this recipe collection is a great source for tasty, comforting recipes you can make for the whole family. Be sure to read labels carefully; sometimes gluten hides in unexpected places.

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Shiitake and Asparagus Sauté with Poached Eggs

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Vegetarian Dinners for Two

Cooking meals for two doesn’t mean you have to stick with leftovers (or mea...

Cooking meals for two doesn’t mean you have to stick with leftovers (or meat-based dishes). These easy vegetarian meals — ranging from better-than-takeout Pepper-Only Pizza to Spanish Omelets — will keep you and your partner satisfied. Whether you’re gearing up for an impressive at-home date night, or just want to avoid grabbing fast food, these plant-based meals for two are equally healthy and delicious.

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Zesty Kale and Sweet Potato Bowl

This loaded veggie bowl gets a touch of smoke from the chili-spiced sweet p...

This loaded veggie bowl gets a touch of smoke from the chili-spiced sweet potatoes and roasted bell pepper and plenty of zing from fresh lime. Chili powder and lime also give toasted almonds an addictive crust; make extra and enjoy as a snack. Cotija cheese has a dry, crumbly texture—it won’t melt or disappear into the bowl. Use it to top tacos, stir into whole-grain salads, or top roasted broccoli.

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Protein-Packed Vegetarian Recipes

Anyone who eats a vegetarian diet knows that one of the most common questio...

Anyone who eats a vegetarian diet knows that one of the most common questions asked is “Where do you get your protein?” But this gallery of recipes is your answer. We rounded up our favorite meat-free meals that also pack a serious punch of protein. With over 20 grams of protein per serving, these dishes are anything but rabbit food. Our hearty meals will keep you full and nourished by using vegetarian protein sources like tofu, eggs, lentils, tempeh, cheese, and beans.

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Pizza with Olives, Aleppo Pepper, and Fresh Mozzarella

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Warmed Berries with Honey and Fresh Cheese

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Sweet Treats Under 150 Calories

Go ahead, indulge yourself with our best low-calorie cookies, desserts, and...

Go ahead, indulge yourself with our best low-calorie cookies, desserts, and brownies. These calorie-conscious treats help you sneak in a little reward without the worry of overdoing it. Make a batch of one of these treats on the weekends, and dole them out to yourself or your family members throughout the week when you need a little bit of sweetness to fix a craving or reward yourself for a job well done. Sometimes indulging your sweet tooth with a smart choice saves you from impulsively diving into that leftover candy in the break room. We’ve collected our most delicious low-calorie desserts—cookies, desserts, bars, and brownies—all that ring in at 150 calories or less. Take care to watch for serving size, stick to that, and you’re ready to enjoy dessert. And if you need help planning breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, be sure and subscribe to the Cooking Light Diet meal-planning service today!