Low calorie/7 recipes

There are several kinds of vegetables, goes well with the feta cheese, and very healthy too!

Simple ingredients create this sophisticated side dish. The bacon performs double-duty creating a silky coating for toasting the Israeli couscous as well as garnish. The couscous and peas produce a very pleasing texture while the bacon and lemon contribute tang and a silky mouth-feel.

I use McIntosh or a combination of McIntosh & Cortlands as my family and I prefer a softer apple filling that holds together (I NEVER use Granny Smiths)...

I was looking for a recipe which would show off the colors of M&Ms. I exchanged the margarine for butter. At first bite, the cookie was a bit dry. Then the butter kicked in and it just melted in my mouth. What a flavor experience! I will definitely be making this cookie again!

My Swedish Meatloaf or Meatballs recipe

This is one of my favorites, and is always a hit when I bring it to potlucks.

Because caribou has so little fat, you'll need to add some pork for a juicy burger.

Not only kids love these delicious energy bars, but also grown-ups can't get their hands off these goodness.

Quick and easy way to make a plateful refreshing and flavorful salad. Mixed greens, cucumber, and radish are mixed with basil balsamic dressing, topped with shaved parmesan.

Quick, easy and delicious! An ideal supper on a busy week day.

By using both arugula and parsley brings double refreshing taste into the pesto, ricotta adds the extra moisture and creaminess without overwhelming the parmesan, and the toasted walnuts makes the pesto taste nutty and fragrant. Toss it with pasta, or use it as a base on the pizza!

Because it is made with light margarine spread instead of traditional butter, this dense pound cake is rich and buttery-tasting, but better for you. Top the cake with a drizzle of orange icing.

A new twist on classic creamy carrot soup. Add a bit of lime juice for extra zing.

This easy chocolate pudding well satisfies your chocolate craving without giving you too many calories. It's chocolaty, smooth and silky.

Making your own granola bars is always the best. It tastes delicious and it's packed with you favorite ingredients. After I tried making my first bunch, there is no turning back to store-bought ones any more. Just made these bars a while ago, still cooling, and smells divine :-)

This light yet tasty Chinese veggie salad is made with bean sprouts, lotus root, carrot, cucumber, black mushrooms, and tofu sheet, then tossed with a soy-rice vinegar-sesame oil dressing. A refreshing side dish that goes well with most of the main dishes, or just serve it with some steamed rice to complete a delicious meal.