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Top 48 Low Calorie Dinner Recipes
Showing the strongest 48 of 96 matching recipes. Use the cards to compare cooking time, calories and meal ideas quickly.
Lemony Chili Shrimp Rice Bowls with Basil Zucchini Ribbons
Tender chili-spiced shrimp, cool lemony zucchini ribbons, scallion jasmine rice and a warm lemon-butter drizzle come together in…
Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp, Grape Tomatoes and Tarragon Cream
Tender lobster ravioli and juicy shrimp are tossed with softened grape tomatoes, garlic, sour cream, butter and fresh…
Hoisin Garlic Shrimp with Ginger-Scallion Rice and Roasted Green Beans
Sweet-savory hoisin shrimp cooks quickly in a hot pan and is served over fragrant ginger-scallion jasmine rice with…
Herbes De Provence Chicken with Tomato Mozzarella Farro
Juicy skillet-seared chicken seasoned with herbes de Provence is served over warm farro tossed with grape tomatoes, fresh…
Spiced Tilapia Tacos with Mango Red Cabbage Slaw and Chipotle Crema
Quick tilapia tacos layered with crisp mango-cabbage slaw, fresh cilantro and a smoky chipotle sour cream drizzle, ready…
Creamy Tarragon Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp and Grape Tomatoes
Tender lobster ravioli, shrimp, sweet grape tomatoes, garlic and tarragon come together in a buttery sour cream sauce…
Creamy Cheddar Grits with Spicy Shrimp, Collards and Blistered Tomatoes
Creamy cheddar grits topped with chili-flecked shrimp, garlicky collard greens and blistered grape tomatoes make a hearty Southern-inspired…
Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp Bowls with Ginger-Scallion Rice
Sweet-savory hoisin shrimp, fragrant jasmine rice with ginger and scallions, blistered green beans, lime and sesame seeds make…
Green Salsa Chicken Enchiladas with Charred Pepper and Spicy Crema
Tender spiced chicken, charred green pepper, warm flour tortillas, tangy green salsa, melted Mexican cheese and a hot…
Garlicky Lemon-Parmesan Linguine with Pan-Seared Chicken and Spinach
A bright, buttery linguine dinner tossed with spinach, sliced chicken, garlic, lemon zest, crushed peppercorns and Parmesan.
Spicy Pancetta Penne with Tomato Arrabbiata and Spinach
Penne pasta tossed in a lively tomato arrabbiata sauce with pancetta, red onion, garlic, fresh chili, spinach and…
Tuscan-Spiced Chicken Spaghetti Alfredo with Garlic Herb Butter
A creamy chicken spaghetti Alfredo made with seared spice-rubbed chicken, garlic herb butter, shallot, Parmesan, cream cheese and…
Oven-Baked Southwest Chicken Quesadillas with Pineapple Salsa
Crisp flour tortillas filled with seasoned chicken, green bell pepper, onion, Monterey Jack and pepper jack, served with…
Hoisin-Ginger Shrimp Bowls with Jasmine Rice and Roasted Green Beans
Tender shrimp coated with hoisin, garlic and ginger are served over fragrant scallion rice with crisp roasted green…
Seared Pork Chops with Cherry-Shallot Pan Sauce and Lemon Couscous
Juicy pan-seared boneless pork chops are finished with a glossy cherry jam and dried cherry sauce, then served…
Sirloin Steak with Balsamic Tomato-Mozzarella Orzo
Juicy sirloin steak is seared, oven-finished, sliced thin and served over warm orzo tossed with grape tomatoes, garlic,…
Southwest-Spiced Chicken Rice Bowls with Guacamole and Lime Crema
Tender Southwest-seasoned chicken, buttery lime rice, sautéed green pepper and shallot, fresh tomato salsa, guacamole, Monterey Jack and…
Creamy Garlic-Herb Cavatappi with Cremini Mushrooms and Parmesan
Twisty cavatappi pasta is tossed with browned cremini mushrooms, scallions, garlic-herb butter, cream cheese, milk, flour and Parmesan…
Creamy Tarragon Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp and Grape Tomatoes
Tender lobster ravioli and shrimp are tossed with garlicky grape tomatoes, sour cream, butter and fresh tarragon for…
Skillet Lemon-Rosemary Chicken with Parmesan Israeli Couscous
Tender chicken cutlets simmered with lemon, rosemary, garlic, chili flakes and juicy heirloom grape tomatoes, served over Parmesan…
Berbere Yogurt Chicken with Basmati Pilaf and Roasted Zucchini
Tender chicken breasts are coated in a tangy berbere-yogurt marinade, broiled until lightly charred and served over savory…
Coconut Milk Chicken Curry with Kale and Basmati Rice
Tender browned chicken, kale, tomato paste, curry powder, paprika, chili flakes and coconut milk come together in a…
Garlic Honey Mustard Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Zucchini
Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a garlicky honey mustard glaze, seared until sticky, then finished in the…
Creamy Lemon Parmesan Shrimp Risotto with Roasted Zucchini
A creamy Arborio rice risotto folded with shrimp, Parmesan, lemon zest and thyme, then finished with tender roasted…
Hoisin Honey Beef Stir-Fry with Baby Bok Choy and Jasmine Rice
Tender sirloin tips are coated in a savory-sweet hoisin, soy, honey, garlic and ginger sauce, then stir-fried with…
Spiced Tilapia Tacos with Mango Red Cabbage Slaw and Chipotle Crema
Warm flour tortillas are filled with Southwest-spiced tilapia, crisp mango-red cabbage slaw, fresh cilantro and a smoky chipotle…
Shrimp Udon Stir-Fry with Green Beans, Carrots and Hoisin Soy Sauce
A quick shrimp and udon noodle stir-fry with crisp green beans, tender carrots, scallions, ginger, garlic and a…
Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Couscous Bowls with Hummus
Tender yogurt-marinated chicken, turmeric couscous, roasted zucchini and tomato, hummus, garlicky sour cream sauce and hot sauce come…
Tuscan-Spiced Chicken Spaghetti with Parmesan Cream Sauce
Tender chopped chicken breast, spaghetti, tomatoes, basil, lemon and a Parmesan cream cheese sauce come together for a…
Creamy Mushroom Cavatappi Pasta with Parmesan and Scallions
This creamy mushroom cavatappi pasta is loaded with earthy cremini mushrooms, a rich garlic herb sauce and a…
Spicy Tempura Shrimp Tacos with Southwest Slaw and Pickled Jalapeño
These crispy tempura shrimp tacos are loaded with creamy southwest slaw, pickled jalapeño and zesty lime. A quick…
Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Pancetta and Fresh Spinach
This homemade penne arrabbiata sauce is packed with fiery chili, crispy pancetta and fresh spinach. A quick, bold…
Creamy One-Pot Ravioli with Spinach and Parmesan Breadcrumbs
This creamy one-pot ravioli bake is packed with spinach, thyme and a crunchy Parmesan breadcrumb topping. An easy…
Sweet and Smoky Chicken Pineapple Quesadillas with Fresh Pico De Gallo
Juicy chicken, sweet pineapple and melted mozzarella come together in these crispy quesadillas, served with a zesty homemade…
Creamy Garlic Chili Chicken Pasta with Tomato and Parsley
A creamy twist on classic aglio e olio, featuring Italian-seasoned chicken, fresh tomato and a hint of chili.
Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp and Heirloom Tomatoes in Tarragon Cream Sauce
Indulge in a luxurious pasta dish featuring lobster ravioli, succulent shrimp and sweet heirloom tomatoes in a creamy…
Creamy Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti with Roasted Tomatoes and Basil
This creamy Parmesan chicken spaghetti features tender chicken, roasted tomatoes and fresh basil in a rich cream cheese…
Sweet Chili Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice
Skip the takeout and make this quick, spicy-sweet shrimp and broccoli stir-fry in just 20 minutes. A glossy…
Spicy Southwest Shrimp Tacos with Pico De Gallo and Crema
Tender seared shrimp with Southwest spices, piled into warm tortillas with sautéed poblano and onion, fresh pico de…
Sticky Honey Mustard Glazed Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Zucchini
A homemade honey mustard glaze transforms simple chicken breasts into a sticky, savory-sweet main dish, paired with roasted…
Smoky Chicken Tacos with Charred Corn Salsa and Lime Crema
These smoky chicken tacos are loaded with tender seared chicken, sweet charred corn salsa and tangy lime crema…
Spicy Shrimp Pasta with Zucchini and Garlic Herb Butter
A quick and fiery shrimp spaghetti loaded with zucchini, garlic herb butter and Parmesan. Ready in 20 minutes!
Za’atar Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce and Green Beans
Tender salmon, fluffy za'atar couscous and crisp green beans come together with a creamy dill sauce for a…
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli Gratin with Parmesan Breadcrumbs
A creamy, cheesy baked ravioli gratin with fresh spinach, thyme and a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb topping. Perfect for…
Spicy Sriracha Sesame Shrimp with Cucumber Salad and Jasmine Rice
Tender shrimp in a spicy sriracha-soy sauce paired with a cool sesame cucumber salad and fluffy jasmine rice.
Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp and Tarragon Cream Sauce
Indulge in a luxurious pasta dish featuring lobster ravioli and succulent shrimp, tossed in a creamy tarragon sauce…
Spiced Tilapia with Charred Corn Salad and Lime Rice
Flaky tilapia seasoned with a warm Southwest spice blend, pan-seared to perfection and served with a charred corn…
Herb-Crusted Sirloin Steak with Orzo Caprese Salad
A hearty steak dinner meets classic Caprese flavors in this easy orzo salad recipe. Seared sirloin, fresh mozzarella,…
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