Gluten Free
Meringue Cookies Recipe
These festive meringue cookies not only dress up your dessert tray; they're good for you! A delicious treat that everyone can eat; these meringues are fat free, gluten free and diabetic, too! Wow! How to Roast a Healthy Turkey
Use these pointers on selecting and cooking a healthy turkey for Thanksgiving dinner with less salt, fat and cholesterol.
Healthy Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Most Thanksgiving mashed potatoes call for loads of salt and butter. This heart healthy dish preserves that classic, creamy flavor without the added fat and sodium. Gluten Free Turkey Gravy
Make your gravy healthier by pouring off the saturated fat. Quinoa flour not only gives this gravy a unique, nutty flavor, it also meets dietary requirements for those on celiac diets. Healthy Butternut Squash
Spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, this popular Thanksgiving side dish fits many special diets. Serve with white turkey breast, our healthy mashed potatoes, and a dab of cranberry sauce. Italian Green Bean Recipe
A colorful addition to any Thanksgiving spread, this easy side dish can be made in minutes and is lighter and zestier than a classic green bean casserole. Glazed Pork Chop Recipe with Grilled Nectarines
Add some flavor to your pork chop recipes with this honey marinated lean protein and sweet side salad. It’s a great source of minerals that aid metabolism, like thiamin and niacin. Baked Acorn Squash Recipe
Autumn means plenty of squash. This healthy squash recipe has no saturated fat and is stuffed with delicious dried fruits and nuts. Fat Free Green Tea Smoothie
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that reduce the risk of some cancer and lower cholesterol. This quick smoothie recipe adds bananas for potassium and peach yogurt to give it a velvety feel.  Watch Us Cook Corn Bread Stuffing with Chestnuts and Figs Recipe - The Health eCooking® Show
This gluten free stuffing recipe will have Thanksgiving dinner guests raving. Make ahead and free up time for the rest of your Turkey Day prep.
Peach and Tomato Salad with Roasted Black Olives and Feta Recipe
This summer salad wakes up your palate with ripe peaches, heirloom tomatoes, and baby arugula. Roasted olives add a natural sweetness, finely balanced by the homemade lemon vinaigrette. Spicy Grilled Chicken Recipe
Add this to your list of favorite grilled chicken recipes. With no saturated fat, this chicken recipe is ideal for those looking to lower cholesterol levels. Grilled Shrimp Recipe with Mango Jalapeño Sauce Recipe
Here's a quick, easy recipe for a delicious summer meal. It meets the dietary needs of people with diabetes, those looking for heart healthy recipes and people who follow gluten free diets. Eggplant Lasagna Recipe
This noodle-less eggplant lasagna is low carb and has less than 200 calories per serving. Serve this healthy vegetarian lasagna as a hearty dinner or as side dish to a holiday meal. Hearty Chili Recipe
Instead of beef, try bison. Bison tastes very similar to beef, in fact, most people cannot tell the difference. Bison meat has fewer calories and less cholesterol than chicken or fish. Pomegranate Guacamole Recipe
Pomegranates are the new superfood. Pair the sweet-tart pomegranate seeds with rich guacamole and dig into an ultra healthy appetizer. Strawberry Avocado Salsa Recipe
This fresh salsa combines heart healthy avocados and sweet strawberries. Serve as a salsa dip with baked tortilla chips or use it as a seafood salsa over grilled halibut or shrimp kebabs. Delicious Chicken Salad Recipe
This recipe is lower in fat and calories than traditional recipes. Crunchy walnuts and sweet red grapes enhance the taste and deliver a nutrient boost. Healthy Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Serve this rich and creamy potato soup as an appetizer to a winter dinner party or alongside a big salad for lunch. It is full of flavor but light on calories with only 102 calories per cup. Mexican Lasagna Recipe
This Mexican-style lasagna uses ground chicken instead of beef to create a low fat entree. This one-dish meal delivers layers of flavor from the zesty spices and cheese. Pico de Gallo Recipe
Fresh Pico de Gallo is a great topping for nachos, fish or chicken. It has only 10 calories per serving and is loaded with antioxidants and delicious flavor. Blackened Red Snapper with Creole Sauce Recipe
Delicious and spicy, this blackened red snapper is low in saturated fat and full of protein. Blackening is a quick cooking method that creates a charcoal-cooked taste in the comfort of your kitchen. Cajun Seafood Recipe
Etouffee is a classic Cajun dish served over rice, similar to gumbo. Crawfish and shrimp are full of protein, low in calories and saturated fat and they taste delicious smothered in Cajun seasonings. Citrus Salmon Recipe
This light, refreshing salmon recipe is easy to prepare. Salmon is low in calories and saturated fat, yet high in protein, and full of heart-healthy omega-3 essential fatty acids. Italian Seafood Stew Recipe
Cioppino is a seafood stew created by a San Francisco fisherman. The dish features an assortment of fish and shellfish, all great sources of lean protein mixed in an antioxidant-rich tomato broth. Asparagus Frittata Recipe
Asparagus Frittata is a healthy Italian casserole baked in a crustless pie shell. The secret to keeping this fritatta low fat and low carb is using nonfat cottage cheese and egg whites. Wild Berry Salad with Chocolate Balsamic Dressing Recipe
This multicolored and super-healthy assortment of fresh fruits is
berrylicious! The chocolate-balsamic combination creates a sweet-tart
dressing for the berries. Almond Shrimp Recipe with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Great as an appetizer or dinner recipe, this gourmet seafood dish is fantastic whether you live near the coast or not. Almonds add heart healthy monounsaturated fats and it a distinct taste. Chicken and Brandy Recipe
This healthy gourmet recipe has subtle, sophisticated taste. Easy to make, it's a great dish for a dinner party. Your guests will be impressed by the 255 calories per serving, as well. Chicken, White Bean and Spinach Soup Recipe
Simple and easy, this soup can be prepared in less than a half hour. The cannellini beans add tons of fiber to this soup, 4 grams per cup. Cocoa Filet Mignon with Creamy Cauliflower Recipe
This Cocoa Filet Mignon dinner recipe combines two romantic delicacies: chocolate and
lean filet. It’s juicy, exotic and very easy to make at home for a special
occasion.
Cold Zucchini Soup Recipe
This light healthy soup can be made up to three days ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. For a vegetarian soup, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Orange Glazed Parsnips Recipe
This orange glazed parsnip recipe is not only low fat, it's cholesterol free as well! Orange Pineapple Smoothie Recipe
Try this fat free fruit smoothie for breakfast instead of coffee or with lunch instead of a soda. This high protein, low calorie smoothie recipe is heart healthy and gluten-free. Peanut Butter Surprise Recipe
A heart healthy peanut butter dessert that your family will love! Pistachio Crusted Halibut with Chevre Recipe
This low carb and high protein recipe uses halibut and pistachios but you can use any type of whitefish Polenta Recipe
Polenta is an easy, delicious, low calorie alternative to pasta. Chilled, polenta can be cut into shapes and grilled, or sautéed or even used in place of lasagne noodles. Pumpkin Lime Soup Recipe
Try this delicious, low-fat pumpkin soup as the first course for a fall dinner party or as a festive Halloween party side dish. Rosemary Chicken Dijon Recipe
Serve this healthy, low fat chicken entree. This quick and easy, baked chicken recipe is heart healthy. Pound the breasts flat before baking to speed up cooking time. Spanish Rice Recipe
Packaged rice is too high in sodium! This spicy rice recipe uses brown rice and fresh vegetables for added nutrients. Spanish Tortilla Recipe
A variation on an egg white omelet, this quick and easy recipe has just three ingredients and can be made in less than 20 minutes. Great for breakfast or brunch. Split Pea Soup Recipe
This healthy Split Pea soup is an all-American winter favorite. It is great the day after you make it; thin with water as you reheat, if desired. Strawberry Melon Smoothie Recipe
Refreshing Low Fat Summer Smoothie Strawberry Pineapple Mold Recipe
This fat free dessert uses sugar free Jell-o and crushed pineapple, sure to please any sweet tooth. Sweet Potato Ginger Soup Recipe
Here's an Autumn soup that's so light and tasty, you can serve it as a first-course to a hearty dinner. This soup gets its wonderfully creamy texture from the purèed sweet potatoes and soy creamer. Tangy Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips Recipe
Try this yummy dish at your next get-together. It can be served as an appetizer, side dish or even a dessert. Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad Recipe
This colorful salad is a great addition to any meal. Zucchini and Tomatoes Recipe
This delicious heart healthy side dish is full of flavor. Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Recipe
This crunchy broccoli and cauliflower medley create a light side dish. Is is also a great alternative to potato salad or macaroni salad. Broccoli Slaw Recipe
Make this low fat and low cholesterol heart healthy side dish for your next BBQ. Butternut Squash Risotto Recipe
Try this simply sweet butternut squash risotto recipe as an entrée or as creative holiday side dish. This scrumptious dish is a healthier version of a classic Italian dish. Cabbage and Pepper Slaw Recipe
Try this colorful, cool and crisp cabbage and red pepper slaw instead of high fat cole slaw, potato or macaroni salad. Cannellini Bean and Tuna Salad Recipe
This delicious spin on your ordinary tuna-mayo salad calls for healthy cannellini beans instead of high-fat mayo. Beans are high in dietary fiber, iron, and folic acid. Cantaloupe Campari Sorbet Recipe
Try this light recipe for fruity sorbet. It is a fat free, delicious alternative to ice cream Cauliflower and Potato Mash Recipe
Cauliflower is a fantastic ingredient to enhance flavor and to reduce the calories in mashed potatoes. Share this mashed potato recipe with friends who want to reduce starch in their diet. Ceviche Recipe
This authentic Peruvian Ceviche is a seafood dish that is “cooked” in the acid of citrus fruits; this recipe uses limes. Chicken and Pineapple Kebabs Recipe
This healthy chicken and pineapple kebab recipe is easy to prepare on the grill or in the oven. The spicy chicken is accompanied by refreshing fresh pineapple. Chicken Ballotine Recipe
Try this healthy version of a classic French chicken ballotine recipe. Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe
Indulge in these delicious chocolate covered strawberries. This healthy dessert has less than 90 calories per serving. Use dark chocolate for an extra antioxidant boost. Chocolate Orange Mousse Recipe
This delicious chocolate mousse rivals traditionally high fat recipes. It replaces egg yolks and whipping cream with silky tofu which is packed with heart healthy soy protein. Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Smoothie Recipe
If your kids like peanut butter cups, they will love this yummy chocolate and peanut butter breakfast smoothie, and so will you. Keep frozen bananas on hand to whip up this quick breakfast treat. Cobb Salad Recipe
This refreshing Cobb Salad turns a dish normally high in saturated fat and calories into a lighter, healthier meal. Arrange this salad on one large platter and let your guests serve themselves. Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Cranberry sauce is a staple at Thanksgiving, but most commercial brands are loaded with sugar and calories. Make this sugar-free cranberry sauce with fresh cranberries and only 27 calories. Creamy Asparagus Soup Recipe
This easy asparagus soup has less than 100 calories per serving. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Garnish with thin asparagus spears for an elegant presentation. Creamy White Chili Recipe
Serve this heart healthy, white chili at your next Winter buffet. This turkey and white bean dish is a healthier, low fat twist on traditional beef and bean chili that is high in fat. Cucumbers with Sour Cream Recipe
This refreshing heart healthy side dish is low in fat, calories, cholesterol and sodium. Diced Gazpacho Recipe
This is a refreshing beginning to an alfresco meal. A few ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, and a hint of jalapeño are the keys to this marvelous Mediterranean soup with a kick. Diced Summer Salad Recipe
Here is an easy and low calorie recipe loaded with summer vegetables while fresh produce is at its best. Dilled Cucumber Salad Recipe
This cool, refreshing salad is a low-carb variation of a traditional, high-sugar, marinated cucumber salad. Try this fat-free side dish at your next BBQ. Easy Salmon Salad Recipe
Try this healthy salmon salad in your next sandwich instead of high fat tuna salad or serve it with your favorite crackers as a unique appetizer. Easy Vegetable Soup Recipe
This quick and easy vegetable soup can be prepared in a snap. Vary the frozen vegetables each time you prepare it to keep this simple delicious soup a crowd pleaser. Egg Salad Recipe
This homemade egg salad is lower in fat and calories than store-bought versions. To lighten this egg salad, yolks from one third of the eggs are removed. Fish with Roasted Tomatoes and Vegetables Recipe
Here's a healthy one-dish entree that can be served directly from the skillet. Any mild, firm white fish like orange roughy, haddock or scrod works well in this recipes.
Frozen Yogurt Fruit Pops Recipe
This is a fantastic low fat, low calorie recipe that is great for a dessert or snack. Frozen yogurt fruit pops are easy to make. Just mix the yogurt, apple juice and blueberries together and freeze. Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
These garlic mashed potatoes are fat free! Use skim milk instead of heavy cream to lower calories, fat, and sodium. Make these potatoes one day ahead, and refrigerate until just before serving. Grilled Vegetables Recipe
Get kids to eat vegetables! Here is a refreshing new way to make vegetables ... on the grill. Everyone will ask for seconds of this healthy side dish. Guilt Free Holiday Nog Recipe
A delicious alternative to the traditional holiday treat. Guilt Free Sweet Potato French Fries Recipe
Sweet potato french fries are low sodium, sweeter and healthier than deep fried french fries. These low calorie friend have less than one gram of fat per serving. Healthy Deviled Eggs Recipe
These healthy, cholesterol-free deviled eggs use avocado instead of mayo for a creamy texture. Add fresh lime juice for that extra kick of delicious flavor. Homemade Applesauce Recipe
Use this fat free recipe for a healthy snack or to make applesauce pops! Lemon Quinoa Salad Recipe
Quinoa (keen-wa) is a delicious, healthy, low fat alternative to rice or pasta. It is packed with more protein than any other whole grain and goes well with meat, fish or vegetables. Lentil Chicken Salad Recipe
Packed with protein, this chicken salad recipe is a light and healthy alternative to mayo-based salads. Use it as hearty side salad or as the filling in lettuce wraps. Low Calorie Ranch Dressing Recipe
This healthier, homemade ranch dressing has only 1 gram of fat per Tbsp. compared to 7 grams of fat in its store-bought counterpart. This dressing is also thick enough to use as a vegetable dip. Low Fat Hot Chocolate Recipe
This hot chocolate is quick and easy to prepare on a cold winter afternoon or as a light after dinner dessert. It is smooth and has a full flavored chocolate taste yet low in fat and high in calcium. Low Sodium Barbecue Sauce Recipe
If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium BBQ sauce recipe! Low Sodium Ketchup Recipe
If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium ketchup recipe! Minestrone Soup Recipe
This hearty vegetarian soup is warm and filling. Serve as an all-in-one meal on days when your family is on the go. Asian Salad Recipe
High in fiber and protein, our Asian salad is an easy recipe to prepare. Cabbage adds fiber you won't get from lettuce, and the ginger sesame dressing gives it an Eastern flavor. Baked Pear Dessert Recipe
An alternative to fat-laden apple pie recipes, this decadent dessert is heart healthy, containing almost no sodium and just one gram of saturated fat. Black Bean Dip Recipe
This bean dip recipe is easy to make, delicious, and heart healthy. It's packed with vitamins and minerals, but only 1 gram of fat. Black Beans and Rice Recipe
This hearty black bean and rice dish is cooked in a crock pot. Serve it as a side dish or as the main course with a fresh green salad. Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Soup
The zesty, homemade tomato broth enhances this delicious soup, which can be served hot or cold. Try it alongside a green salad or with a grilled cheese sandwich for a savory light meal. | 
