2,691 light recipes

Napa cabbage and cilantro slaw with red bell pepper in a lime-garlic dressing with red pepper flakes. A crisp, light Asian-style coleslaw that's mayo-free and ready in 20 minutes.

German vegetable medley with asparagus, peas, carrots, cauliflower, and kohlrabi in a light cornstarch-thickened sauce. A classic Leipziger Allerlei-style vegetarian side.

Baked orange roughy marinated in white wine, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, and topped with a yogurt and green onion sauce. A light, healthy fish dinner ready in under an hour.

Puffy apple pancake baked in a skillet over caramelized brown sugar apples with cinnamon, dusted with powdered sugar and served with a yogurt-applesauce sauce. A lighter Dutch baby.

Creamy cauliflower soup made with skim milk and a light roux base, finished with white pepper and nutmeg. Lower-calorie, silky, and ready in an hour.

Mexican rice cakes top puffed rice rounds with refried beans, picante sauce, cheddar and jalapeños, then bake until bubbly. A light 20-minute Tex-Mex snack or quick lunch.

Scampi-style chicken thighs: boneless skinless thighs marinated in lemon juice and broiled fast with a garlic-parsley-white wine baste. Light, bright, weeknight chicken in under 30 minutes.

Papayas with shrimp: curried shrimp salad with chutney and lemon juice piled into ripe papaya halves. A light tropical lunch that looks like a resort plate.

A lightly spiced breakfast cake made with applesauce and bran for natural moisture, studded with raisins and nuts for texture.

Delicious, moist yet light oatmeal bread is ideal for breakfast, or a yummy snack whenever you feel a bit hungry.

Chili lovers will enjoy this healthier version that tastes wonderful with a light crusty bread or those classy bread bowls!

A great light snack that is perfect for a day at the beach or some quiet time on your porch.

A light, oil-free curry tomato sauce with scallions, garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Ready in 20 minutes and endlessly versatile.

This is a dish that was a favorite at our local Chineses eatery. I used to make it with ground turkey (before I saw the light) and have found that TVP works just as well. It's hot and spicy.delicious and just a little different.

Baked polenta grits triangles topped with a fresh cilantro and tomato sauce spiced with cumin and chili powder. A light vegetarian main dish or hearty brunch option.

Spicy couscous with curry, cumin, and cinnamon, tossed with sauteed tomatoes and green onions. A fragrant 15-minute side dish or light main course.