Healthy Eating and Special Diets

This low-sugar punch is a refreshing alternative to traditional punches made with sugary sodas and juices. It's perfect for any occasion where you want to serve a refreshing...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Grilled salmon is topped with a creamy blue cheese sauce. A strange sounding combination but the results are delicious.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

There's only four grams of fat per serving in these delicious low fat potstickers. They are made with ground chicken or turkey instead of the usual ground pork.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Delicious quesadillas made with fresh spinach, black beans, onion, and cheddar cheese melted inside flour tortillas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't deny yourself a sweet treat just because you're on a low carb diet! This tasty cake is made with almond flour and Splenda to satisfy your sugar craving without...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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Who says you can't enjoy Salisbury steak on a diet? This low-fat version is here to change the game, one lean, savory patty at a time.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Stay within your dietary restrictions with this low-sugar version strawberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Step aside traditional fudge; there's a new hero in town, and it's delightfully skinny. Satisfy those chocolate cravings without any of the extra baggage.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Enjoy a healthier twist on a favorite snack with our low fat nachos. Combining fresh veggies, no-fat refried beans, and reduced-fat cheese, these nachos deliver all the taste without the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a low-carb alternative to Bisquick? Just combine soy isolate powder with baking agents and shortening for a quick, handy mix that works in a variety of recipes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground nutmeg, pie crust, sugar substitute, sweet potatoes, eggs, margarine, flour, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

If you're worried that crab cakes that aren't cooked in a mountain of butter don't hold up, have no fear. Fat-free mayo and yogurt save the day, and all the classic herbs and spices...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The secret to amazing lamb chops? Don't waste the delicious drippings when you brown them. Stir in some sour cream and Worcestershire and bake the chops in the sauce for moist...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, cheese, ground beef, pork rinds, egg, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

With butter-cooked onions stewed in a meatless broth, a crunchy French bread crouton, and a gooey swiss cheese layer on top, this vegetarian soup...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

With a few tricks up your sleeve you can make a creamy mac n' cheese bake that's lower in fat than your taste buds would believe. The crunch from parmesan bread crumbs on top...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

You'd never guess the base for this creamy treat was ricotta and cottage cheese. Along with honey and fresh berries, it makes a scrumptious and healthier summer treat.


Time:   30-60 minutes

The classic oatmeal peanut butter cookie recipe uses simple ingredients like oatmeal, peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. This version uses a sugar substitute to...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

A sweet treat that cuts down on calories without sacrificing flavor. This dessert is easy to whip up and can be varied easily to include other flavors.


Time:   2-5 hours

As long as you've got a bread machine on hand, heavenly homemade bread bowls are surprisingly easy to make. Creamy, cheesy soups are an especially good fit.

Method:   bread machine, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

A light tomato-based salad dressing that is lower in calories than regular French dressing but just as big on flavor.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Perfectly seasoned and boiled shrimp makes great finger food for a party or snack. Serve with cocktail sauce, warm garlic butter, sriracha mayo, or other dipping sauces.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Split pea soup in no time using a pressure cooker or Instant Pot. And, it's pretty darned tasty too!

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

This dish features shrimp cooked in a flavorful blend of garlic, lemon juice, and spices, resulting in a quick and delicious seafood treat. Ideal for a speedy dinner or a tasty...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Low-carb does not mean boring and this rich Asian-style cashew chicken stir-fry is a prime example. Serve over rice or noodles for a non low-carb version.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a sweet treat that's also healthy? These applesauce oatmeal cookies are fat-free and loaded with rolled oats and raisins for a chewy delight.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Going off gluten doesn't mean pancakes are off the table. Rice flour is the key to keeping these scratch-made flapjacks in your breakfast rotation.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This simple side dish can be made with zucchini, summer squash, or other squash. Whichever you choose, simply cook until tender and then add to the remaining ingredients.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Some simple Greek flavors take your breakfast from "ok" to "opa!" The tender omelet is filled with spinach, feta cheese, and herbs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This low carb copycat recipe skips the carbs but keeps the flavor. Use anywhere you use regular thousand island salad dressing.


Time:   1-2 hours

Missing sweets while dieting? These lightly sweetened oatmeal cookies will quench that desire while keeping your calories in check.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Healthy ice cream recipes shouldn't taste this good. The sweet treat low in fat and sugar so you can indulge whenever, and a healthy dose of fresh berries mixed in...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with cornstarch, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, lemon juice, soy sauce, chicken broth, fresh ginger, garlic, sugar substitute

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Man, when did Dunkin get so good at making these coffee drinks? This copycat Coolatta uses a bit of almond extract with chilled coffee to blend up a refreshing...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This dish layers chopped cauliflower with sour cream and cheese, creating an easy casserole that can serve as a low-carb side or main course, especially with added...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These baked salami chips are crispy and irresistible. They make a painless party appetizer, and you can easily dress them up with cheese and crackers for something a little classier.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Nothing beats milk and cookies for a sweet dose of nostalgia. If you're looking for a fat-free fix, these copycat oatmeal raisin cookies like...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This dill sauce is the condiment you never knew you were missing in your life. Fresh dill weed and sour cream help make this cool sauce that you can put on fish, gyros, and everything...


Time:   1-2 hours

Fresh cauliflower is baked topped with a cheddar cheese sauce making a side dish that goes with almost anything.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, chili powder, ground turkey, kidney or pinto beans, chicken broth, tomatoes, tomato paste

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These crispy pieces of bacon are sweet and tangy. Great for a snack, crumbled and added to a recipe, or sprinkled on a salad.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The secret to this tender brisket is letting it sit in the fridge for 24 hours. It's then cooked slowly until done, and then refrigerated for another 24 hours. The 2-day process is...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

There's no reason that low carbers should deny themselves a sweet treat once in awhile. This low carb mousse is creamy and rich - and, of course, chocolately.


Time:   2-5 hours

This fat-free recipe goes great with some added cinnamon sugar and raisins. And since they're fat free it leaves room for extra cream cheese!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Feed your sweet tooth with this carb-reduced cheesecake recipe and still stick to your diet. Use your favorite sugar-free or low-sugar toppings (look for no sugar added pie...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This smoky, low-sodium melange with plenty of smoked paprika can be your secret to effortlessly flavorful chicken in the oven or on the grill.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A more redeeming take on apple pie. If what you really crave is pie a la mode, a big dollop of greek yogurt on top keeps the healthy trend going while still delivering your creamy...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cayenne and sage give a spicy, herby accent to these boneless pan-fried chops. Quick, simple, and easy to pair with any number of roasted veggie sides.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with egg noodles, Dijon mustard, milk, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, chicken broth, garlic powder, garlic, broccoli, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The wonderful combination of caprese flavors, turned into a salad. Baby spinach with tomato, basil, and mozzarella is a fresh tasting treat.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The pork is marinated, then slowly cooked in the same sauce, and finally fried with garlic for a deep, rich flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours