10 Calorie Cutting Dinners

on June 24, 2011
Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Hearty Miso Cabbage Stew

Tofu gets a unique barbeque treatment in this warm, savory and filling cabbage stew.

Turkey Meat Loaf with Spinach and Bacon

It's hard to believe that our bacon-swaddled turkey meatloaf weighs in at only 260 calories and 13 grams of fat. Ground turkey in place of hamburger makes this meal healthy yet flavorful and filling.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Chicken Vegetable Soup

It's true, chicken noodle soup is good for the soul. Our take on this simple and quick feel-good soup uses rotisserie chicken and flat egg noodles.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Shrimp, Sausage and Quinoa Jambalaya

Quinoa was once considered "the gold of the Incas" and with good reason. This little grain is packed with protein and all nine essential amino acids. Try it tossed with sausage and shrimp in this hearty jambalaya dish for only 240 calories.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Fresh Summer Ratatouille

Fresh and vegetarian friendly, this summer take on classic ratatouille celebrates the top flavors of the season. Not to mention an unbelievable calorie count of 120 with only 6 grams of fat.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Roasted Trout with Fennel, Onion and Cilantro

Not all fish sandwiches require bread. This trout recipe sandwiches caramelized onions between two fresh fillets for a full dinner with only 9 grams of fat.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Beef and Black Bean Burgers

Want the taste of a juicy beef patty but the calorie count of a veggie burger? Have the best of best worlds with a lean but flavorful Beef and Black Bean Burger for under 300 calories.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Lemon Chicken with Green Beans and Mushrooms

A sprinkle of savory Herbs de Provence makes this tender chicken dish rich with flavor without adding fat or calories. Even when cooked with a side of green beans, this recipe still only weighs at 260 calories.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Warm Beet Salad with Red Onion, Mint and Pistachios

Salad for supper can be absolutely swoonworthy when done right. This heart-healthy colorful recipe of beets, onions, feta and pistachios has flavor to spare while keeping calories to a minimum.

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Red Snapper and Mango Ceviche

A jolt of citrus "cooks" the delicate red snapper in this yummy red snapper ceviche. If you're not a fan of Red Snapper, try Pompano or sole.

Mark Boughton/Styling: Teresa Blackburn

Lentil Turkey Salad with Feta

A cool summer salad of lean turkey, high-fiber lentils, crunchy veggies, feta cheese, and a lemony vinaigrette weighs in at a puny 290 calories per serving and boasts 25 grams of protein.