500 or fewer calories Recetas

Creamy potato and leek soup

This creamy potato-leek soup is a snap to prepare: the secret lays in instant mashed potatoes.

Bulgarian Makitzi

The makitzi that my mother-in-law makes are from her hometown of Berkovitza. She describes the recipe as very basic, so you can add any filler to…

Spinach Stir-fry

Spinach is beautifully delicious on rice if prepared properly. It's healthy and goes well with rice. Remember, Proteins are essential! :-)

Mini Chilli Con Carne Pies

These can be a bit tricky to make as you need to time the baking of the tortilla wraps just right to get the mini pie effect - but they are worth…

Baby Clams á la "Bulhão Pato"

A very good and quick appetizer for those who like the taste of sea. Cook it for an informal meal as it is better eaten with your fingers. Choose…

Brown Sugar - Apple Cookies

Gooseberry Patch - Nancy Hannon

Egg & Bean Omelet

Wow, what a great way to start the day, have lunch or end the day. Take your pick. Lots of Love to you, Catherine

Raw Vegan Chocolate Fruit Balls

My mom and I make these raw fruit balls all the time and they are absolutely delicious. We use raw almonds, cashews and macadamias as our nutty…

Miso-glazed Salmon

In order to nicely brown the outer layer of the fillets without regressing to the tough, dry texture of the broiled recipes,sprinkling the flesh…

Mini bundt cakes with olive oil and anise

Moist Martha Stuart mini bundt cakes full of anise and orange flavor.

Salmon Patties Like Mom’s - well sorta!

My siblings and I just loved salmon patties in the “good old days.” Mom was in the workforce so the pantry was…

Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

For a romantic dinner, try this superb shrimp, sauteed in a buttery, garlic and lemon wine sauce. It doesn’t…

Healthy Chicken Nachos

These were delicious, healthy and really easy to make. Also easy to customize for everyone's likes and dislikes.

Honey Spice Butter

Perfect for so many uses - biscuits, bread, desserts, this simple recipe will delight every diner, guest or family. And it seems so extraordinary…

Healthy Fruit Cake