1,562 light recipes

Light vegetarian sauce made with arrowroot, tamari, and vegetable stock. Glossy, savory, and ready in 15 minutes. Great over grains, stir-fries, or steamed veggies.

Scrumptious fajitas that are fun and easy to make and great for a light lunch or dinner.

Jellied tomato salad made with unflavored gelatin, tomato juice, basil, lemon, and garlic. A retro molded salad that's light, savory, and perfect alongside cold cuts.

Layered asparagus casserole with saltine crackers, cheddar cheese, and a light egg custard baked until golden and set. Simple, old-fashioned comfort in under 45 minutes.

Rainbow trout Provencale with red bell pepper, fennel seeds, garlic, vermouth, and tomato paste. A light French-inspired fish dish cooked in minutes.

Seared bay scallops glazed with a reduced vermouth and lemon sauce, finished with fresh dill and cracked pepper. A light, elegant 20-minute seafood dish with bright, clean flavors.

Grilled salmon topped with a smoky charred red pepper sauce made with yogurt, lemon, and fresh herbs for a light summer dinner.

Fresh tomatoes hollowed out and stuffed with mashed avocado, chili powder, alfalfa sprouts, and coriander. A light, no-cook Mexican appetizer or healthy snack.

Turkey meatloaf ring: a lean, veggie-flecked ground turkey loaf baked in a ring pan with peas, corn, and a tomato glaze, then filled with steamed broccoli and cauliflower. A lighter take on meatloaf.

Noodles with mustard butter tosses hot egg noodles in a quick compound butter of Dijon, lemon juice, cayenne, and parsley. A 30-minute French-leaning pasta side or light supper.

One-skillet fish fillets with sauteed mushrooms, soy sauce, and dry sherry. A light, diabetic-friendly dinner that cooks gently in about 30 minutes with clean Asian-inspired flavors.

A creamy no-bake lemonade dessert made with Neufchatel cheese, frozen lemonade concentrate, gelatin, and whipped topping. Light, tangy, and molded into a stunning chilled centerpiece.

Lovage, potato, and buttermilk soup with a velvety puree and tangy finish. A light, herbaceous soup that works hot or chilled with just five ingredients.

A light, jiggly tomato aspic salad made with tomato juice, unflavored gelatin, and a squeeze of lemon. Diabetic-friendly at just 15 calories per serving, served on crisp lettuce with colorful pepper strips.

A delicious and flavorful soup that's made from chicken and lots of vegetables. It's light and tasty.

Grilled Hawaiian fish served with a fresh papaya relish made with ginger, cilantro, red bell pepper, and lemon juice. A tropical, light seafood dinner with bright island flavors.