If you thought potatoes au gratin were a no-no for dieters, you can rejoice! Skim milk and low-fat shredded cheddar keep the calories low and the flavor high for this...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Low Fat Side Dishes
If you are following a low fat diet it's important to remember to properly balance your meals. That's where the side dish comes in. Low fat typically means that the recipe contains less than 30% of its calories from fat. Depending on what eating plan you are following, your desired fat grams per serving may be less than that.
Since most often your entree will contain the bulk of your meal's fat, the side dish is a great way to keep the calorie count down but still get a nutritious meal. Most vegetables are low in fat and you can use cooking methods like steaming to avoid adding additional fats to them in the cooking process.
In our low fat side dish collection you'll find tasty dishes that use potatoes, mushrooms, zucchini, and other healthy vegetables. We even have low fat french fries so you don't have to sacrifice your favorite foods in order to stay healthy.
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Weight Watchers Au Gratin Potatoes
Curtido Salvadoreno (El Salvador)
Blanched cabbage and grated carrots dressed in a tangy blend of brown sugar and vinegar make a delightful complement to savory pupusa pancakes.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Sichuan Sweet & Sour Cabbage
You might be used to sweet and sour chicken or pork, but how about cabbage? It makes a killer side dish, deeply flavored from sesame and chili oil.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Low Fat Cheesy Cauliflower
This dish is low in fat and calories, but it is still packed with flavor. You will love how cheesy and delicious this cauliflower side dish is.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Fat-Free Cole Slaw
This fat-free cole slaw is a delicious and healthy alternative to the mayo-laden versions. Makes a great side dish or salad.
Time: 1-2 hours
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Lowfat Candied Yams
Candied yams, but low-fat and not so heavy. Brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a little hint of orange zest make some yummy yams that are guilt free, not flavor free.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low-Fat Refried Beans
Traditional refried beans are cooked in lard which adds a lot of calories. This version lightens things up a bit but doesn't sacrifice flavor or texture.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Lowfat Mushroom Stroganoff
This mushroom stroganoff is an awesome twist on the classic beef sauce, and it's low-fat to boot. Portobellos are slow-cooked in beef broth and red wine for deep...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Low Carb Fried Brussels Sprouts
Fried brussels sprouts are the perfect side for a comfort food meal. These are easy as could be, just sprouts fried in olive oil with some crushed garlic cloves. Crunchy...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Creamy Mushroom Soup Potatoes
Made with paprika, potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, skim milk, onion
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low-Fat Baked Zucchini, Tomato, And Potato Casserole
Made with Parmesan cheese, black pepper, olive oil cooking spray, tomatoes, zucchini, russet potato, garlic, fresh basil
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Lower Calorie Harvard Beets
Made with black pepper, salt, beets, orange juice, cider vinegar, margarine, brown sugar, cornstarch
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Crustless Spinach Quiche
Made with frozen chopped spinach, butter, shallots, tomatoes, nonfat milk, eggs, egg substitute, monterey jack cheese, fresh dill
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low Fat Potato Pancakes
Made with black pepper, sugar, salt, potatoes, eggs, onion, flour, baking powder
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Potato Patties
Made with parsley, potatoes, black pepper, onion, whole wheat flour
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Barley Vegetable Casserole
Made with garlic powder, vegetable stock, barley, onion, cauliflower florets, mushrooms, carrots
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Baked Sweet Potato Shoestring Fries
Made with non-stick cooking spray, orange juice, vegetable oil, ground ginger, salt, ground red pepper, sweet potatoes
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Lowfat Spicy Pinto Beans
Made with tomatoes, chili powder, dried pinto beans, chicken broth, onion, green onions, garlic, jalapeno pepper, vegetable bouillon granules, cumin
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Made with fingerling potatoes, garlic, vegetable broth, dried rosemary, black pepper
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low Fat French Fries
Made with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, potatoes, oil, black pepper, sea salt, paprika
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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