1,293 light recipes

Gingered figs simmered in molasses and sugar until plump and tender. A warm, spiced fruit condiment for ham, pork, roast beef, chicken, or steak.

Biscotti di Greve: Tuscan twice-baked cookies packed with toasted whole almonds and bright orange zest. Crisp, dippable, and built to keep for weeks. The Italian classic from Chianti country.

Spaghetti pie with a baked noodle crust, marinara, sauteed bell peppers, and a melty mozzarella-Parmesan top. A clever leftover-pasta dinner that slices like a pizza.

Toasted almonds ground to powder blend with beaten egg whites and sugar to create these crisp Italian amaretti cookies where lemon zest and almond extract deliver intense flavor in delicate, airy bites.

No time to make a loaf of yeast bread, try this quick bread that's made with whole wheat flour, oats, wheat germ and sunflower seeds. It's loaded with goodness.

Yogurt chocolate chip cookies with honey and brown sugar for a soft, chewy texture. Plain yogurt replaces some fat for tender cookies with a subtle tang.

Hot three pepper relish made with sweet bell peppers, apple cider vinegar, and pectin for a thick, jam-like spread. A sweet-hot condiment that's perfect for canning and gift giving.

Peanut butter candy sandwich blends peanut butter and corn syrup spread on bread for a sweet, sticky three-ingredient snack. Throwback pantry sandwich for kids and quick lunches.

Low-fat fried fish fillets coated in Parmesan breadcrumbs and egg whites, frozen for a crisp crust, then pan-fried with cooking spray instead of oil.

Diabetic-friendly sponge cake sweetened with artificial sweetener, flavored with pineapple juice and orange. Light, airy tube cake with no added sugar.

Light Pennsylvania Dutch cheesecake with low-fat cottage cheese and beaten egg whites for cloudlike texture. Sinks in the middle to cradle fresh berries or peaches.

Cloud-light chocolate angel food cake that's fat-free and cholesterol-free, leavened entirely by whipped egg whites and flavored with cocoa. An airy, guilt-light dessert with deep chocolate flavor.

Pennsylvania-style sweet potatoes baked in a tangy pineapple-lemon sauce with ginger, brown sugar, and cornstarch. A classic holiday side dish with a sweet-tart glaze.

A good spring dinner selection, light and healthy.

Very light, healthy and delicious cheesecake for the weight watchers!

Goreng pisang are crispy fried bananas in a light rice flour batter rolled in brown sugar. A popular Asian street food dessert served with ice cream.