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Healthy Eating and Special Diets

Healthy Eating and Special Diets

Over 500 diet specific recipes - and growing! Whether you are looking for low carb, low fat, or gluten free CDK is the place to start. We also have health specific recipes like diabetic or low sodium recipes.



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recipe for bacon wrapped chicken livers

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Livers

Made with garlic, sherry, chicken livers, almonds, bacon, soy sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-fat baked zucchini, tomato, and potato casserole

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

recipe for all you can eat low calorie soup

All You Can Eat Low Calorie Soup

Made with bouillon or hot sauce, salt and pepper, onion or vegetable soup mix, green bell peppers, green onions, cabbage, celery, V-8 vegetable juice, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low-fat coconut cream pie

Low-Fat Coconut Cream Pie

Made with coconut cream pudding mix, skim milk, graham cracker pie crust


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low fat chewy fruit and oatmeal bars

Low Fat Chewy Fruit And Oatmeal Bars

Made with vanilla or plain low-fat yogurt, egg whites, fat-free milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, oats, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for diabetic sausage-cheese balls

Diabetic Sausage-Cheese Balls

Made with turkey breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, fresh parsley, ground red pepper, baking mix

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low carb deep-dish pizza

Low Carb Deep-Dish Pizza

Made with mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, cream cheese, eggs, half and half, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, Italian cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for shrimp and fish gumbo

Shrimp And Fish Gumbo

Made with water, shrimp, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chicken or fish bouillon granules, stewed tomatoes, frozen okra, dried thyme, dried savory

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for diabetic old time custard pie

Diabetic Old Time Custard Pie

Made with ground nutmeg, water, nonfat dry milk powder, vanilla extract, unbaked pie crust, eggs, pourable Sugar Twin

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for tofu chocolate mousse

Tofu Chocolate Mousse

Made with vanilla extract, tofu, instant pudding mix, cocoa powder, whipping cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegan apple sauce carrot cake

Vegan Apple Sauce Carrot Cake

Made with carrots, water, egg equivalent, maple syrup, vegetable oil, applesauce, cinnamon, allspice, ground cloves, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for low carb almond biscotti

Low Carb Almond Biscotti

Made with vanilla extract, eggs, almonds, soy flour, xanthan gum, salt, baking powder, ground cinnamon, cooking oil, artificial sweetener

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sugar free bavarian cream

Sugar Free Bavarian Cream

Made with heavy cream, gelatin powder


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for family-style creamy chicken and noodles

Family-Style Creamy Chicken and Noodles

Made with cream of chicken soup, white pepper, bay leaf, egg noodles, water, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, onions, celery, salt, dried thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for bacon cheeseburger quiche

Bacon Cheeseburger Quiche

Made with white pepper, garlic powder, ground beef, onion, bacon, eggs, mayonnaise, heavy cream, Cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked chicken divan

Baked Chicken Divan

Made with pork rinds, broccoli, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, butter, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, black pepper, Swiss cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for healthier 5 cup salad

Healthier 5 Cup Salad

Made with coconut extract, sugar substitute, yogurt, Mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, coconut, miniature marshmallows


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for colorful slow cooker chicken stew

Colorful Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Made with sugar, boneless skinless chicken breasts, Italian diced tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, green bell pepper, mushroom stems and pieces, chicken...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for low-fat trifle

Low-Fat Trifle

Made with vanilla pudding mix, raspberries or blueberries, cream cheese, milk, angel food cake, whipped topping, strawberries


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemon spinach couscous

Lemon Spinach Couscous

Made with lemon wedges, baby spinach leaves, olive oil, red bell pepper, garlic, water, salt, black pepper, whole wheat couscous, lemon peel

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for hunza diet bread

Hunza Diet Bread

Made with ground nutmeg, cinnamon, water, natural buckwheat or millet flour, canola oil, unrefined sugar, honey, molasses, powdered soya milk, sea salt

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for diabetic amish sugar cookies

Diabetic Amish Sugar Cookies

Made with sugar, powdered sugar, margarine, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, lemon or almond flavoring, all-purpose flour, water, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kasha chili

Kasha Chili

Made with black pepper, celery salt, ground oregano, cumin, stewed tomatoes, vegetable broth, pinto beans, chili powder, paprika, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cabbage bake (low carb)

Cabbage Bake (Low Carb)

Made with chicken stock or broth, black pepper, cabbage, bacon, yellow onions, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for weight watchers beef nachos

Weight Watchers Beef Nachos

Made with tortilla chips, jalapeno peppers, ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, salsa, Mexican cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili relleno (low carb)

Chili Relleno (Low Carb)

This chili relleno recipe is a low carb dish that is perfect for those on a ketogenic or low carb diet. It is made with cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, green chiles, and...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken tostada (low carb)

Chicken Tostada (Low Carb)

Made with flour tortillas, salsa, olive oil, chicken breast, tomato, green onions, lettuce, onion, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for horseradish encrusted pork chops

Horseradish Encrusted Pork Chops

Made with butter, prepared horseradish, pork loin chops, olive oil, black pepper, rosemary, thyme, pork rinds

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for beef patties with burgundy mushrooms

Beef Patties With Burgundy Mushrooms

Made with black pepper, dried oregano, mushrooms, ground beef, dry red wine, beef bouillon granules

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gluten free rice stuffing

Gluten Free Rice Stuffing

Made with dried rosemary, margarine, instant rice, celery, onion, water, poultry seasoning, ground sage, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low carb salmon with thai basil vinaigrette

Low Carb Salmon With Thai Basil Vinaigrette

Made with salt, sugar substitute, fish sauce, salmon filets, basil, rice wine vinegar, canola oil, garlic, lime juice

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef tenderloin steaks with smoky bacon bourbon sauce

Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Smoky Bacon Bourbon Sauce

Made with butter, dry red wine, garlic, beef broth, chicken broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, fresh thyme, bacon, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for low carb chocolate kisses

Low Carb Chocolate Kisses

Made with sugar substitute, Stevia, butter, unsweetened chocolate


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cauliflower and green bean stir-fry with oyster sauce

Cauliflower and Green Bean Stir-Fry with Oyster Sauce

Made with oyster sauce, water, green onions, cauliflower, green beans, soy sauce, sugar substitute, canola oil, ginger, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fettuccine florentine

Fettuccine Florentine

Made with Parmesan cheese, fettuccine, butter, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach, evaporated skim milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low-fat manhattan clam chowder

Low-Fat Manhattan Clam Chowder

Made with clams, pepper, onions, carrot, celery, green bell pepper, clam juice, stewed tomatoes, water, thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fruit salad with curry dressing

Fruit Salad With Curry Dressing

Made with apple, green grapes, banana, buttermilk, mayonnaise or salad dressing, sugar, curry powder, pineapple tidbits, mandarin orange


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for omelet pinwheels with mushroom sherry sauce

Omelet Pinwheels With Mushroom Sherry Sauce

Made with Parmesan cheese, onion, oil, chicken, frozen spinach, hard-cooked eggs, salt and pepper, mushrooms

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for low carb bacon cheese dip

Low Carb Bacon Cheese Dip

Looking for a tasty yet low-carb dip? Try this bacon cheese dip made with blue cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream. It's creamy, a bit spicy, and loaded with crumbled bacon...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy low carb gyros wraps

Easy Low Carb Gyros Wraps

Made with onion powder, lemon, onion, cucumber, tomato, sea salt and pepper, red wine vinegar, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic whole-wheat pumpkin muffins

Diabetic Whole-Wheat Pumpkin Muffins

Made with sugar, salt, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin, canola oil, honey, frozen apple juice concentrate

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for sugarless southern pecan pie

Sugarless Southern Pecan Pie

Made with pecan, coffee or espresso, vanilla extract, pie shell, sweetener, cornmeal, applesauce, water, cornstarch, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for donut holes (low carb)

Donut Holes (Low Carb)

Made with soy protein isolate, water, egg, sour cream, cinnamon, artificial sweetener

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for curried chicken & pasta salad

Curried Chicken & Pasta Salad

Made with cooked chicken, shell pasta, almonds, curry powder, mayonnaise, plain yogurt, mango chutney, turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground red pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for beef casserole supreme

Beef Casserole Supreme

Made with ground beef, garlic, mushrooms, black pepper, cream of celery soup, instant rice, dried minced onion, oregano, salt, frozen broccoli

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for barley vegetable casserole

Barley Vegetable Casserole

Made with garlic powder, vegetable stock, barley, onion, cauliflower florets, mushrooms, carrots

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 265 calorie meal

265 Calorie Meal

Made with pasteurized cheese product, chicken breasts, mushrooms, Italian salad dressing, onion, margarine, zucchini, tomato

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for stuffed pork chops (low carb)

Stuffed Pork Chops (Low Carb)

Made with garlic powder, butter, egg, pork chops, mushroom caps, onion soup mix, broccoli, celery

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked tofu

Baked Tofu

Made with chili paste, water, firm tofu, sesame oil, soy sauce, sherry or rice wine, cider vinegar or rice vinegar, garlic, onion, ginger

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for entenmanns fat-free chocolate cupcakes

Entenmanns Fat-Free Chocolate Cupcakes

Made with baking soda, applesauce, vanilla extract, cook and serve chocolate pudding, dry milk powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, self-rising flour, egg...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for topless slim apple pie

Topless Slim Apple Pie

Made with sweetener, salt, pie shell, apples, lemon, cornstarch, ground cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low-fat tartar sauce

Low-Fat Tartar Sauce

Made with Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, onions or scallions, sweet or dill pickles, pimento or red bell pepper, fresh parsley or watercress


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for weight watcher cobbler

Weight Watcher Cobbler

Made with frozen fruit, yellow cake mix, diet lemon-lime carbonated beverage

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for braised turkey thighs

Braised Turkey Thighs

Made with chicken broth, onion, celery, carrots, ketchup, salt, paprika, black pepper, turkey thighs, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours




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