We all love food, don’t we? Especially the ones which come with large doses of titbits that make our taste buds dance. But there is one annoying thing that comes along with our delicacies. Yes, you got it right. Calories! You want a nutritious meal that gives you a rush of energy. And you want to satisfy your taste buds too. It appears you have been in quest of this combo since the dawn of mankind; but just could never get your hands on it.
Well, fret not! The wait is finally over. We understand you, and that’s why we have come up with 55 kickass recipes that are both super-nutritional and delicious. And guess what? They are no more than 400 calories each.
Ingredients :
1 wheat pita stuffed with 12 cup of chopped chicken breast, 12 grated apple and 1 teaspoon of low fat Greek yogurt.
The Hit :
Low fat Greek yogurt is one of the best sources of Calcium and Vitamin D!
Calorie Count : 344
Ingredients :
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-color spiral pasta; 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
2 stalks celery, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 1 (16-ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan.
The Hit :
Whole wheat pasta is rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber!
Calorie Count : 395
Ingredients :
1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for drizzling), ½ finely chopped onion, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus a little extra), 1 small peeled and diced sweet potato, 140 grams of red lentils, 3 thyme sprigs (leaves chopped), 500 ml low sodium vegetable stock, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, pitta bread and vegetable sticks to serve.
The Hit :
Olive oil is beneficial in curing Diabetes and Obesity. Pitta bread is high in carbohydrates and protein and very low in fat.
Calorie Count : 200
Ingredients :
1 pound salmon fillet, cut into 1 1/4-inch strips; olive oil; salt and pepper; 4 cups summer romaine lettuce torn into bite-size pieces; ¼ cup Caesar dressing; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; ¾ cup croutons; 4 whole-grain wraps.
The Hit :
Salmon is an excellent source of high quality protein and vitamins. It is best known for Omega 3 fatty acids.
Calorie Count : 364
Ingredients :
2 slices deli turkey, 1 cup grape tomatoes, 1 slice crumbled bacon, 2 cups of chopped iceberg lettuce tossed in 1 tablespoon low-fat mayo.
The Hit :
Lettuce is a whole life food and is an awesome food rich in protein and Omega 3 fatty acids.
Calorie Count : 254
Ingredients :
2 slices deli turkey, ¼ cup grated part skim mozzarella and 1 chopped roasted red pepper rolled into a whole-wheat tortilla and sliced into rounds, sushi style
The Hit :
Whole-wheat tortillas are rich in fiber, iron and folic acid. They help cure diabetes.
Calorie Count : 296
Ingredients :
3 ounces olive-oil packed light tuna with ½ cup chickpeas and cayenne over 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce.
The Hit :
Tuna contains Omega 3 fatty acids and is also a rich source of proteins!
Calorie Count : 290
Ingredients :
2 hard boiled eggs, 2 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon hot curry powder. Serve with 3 papadums.
The Hit : Eggs are the best source of protein and yogurt is rich in calcium and vitamin D!
Calorie Count : 251
Ingredients :
1 cup cooked whole wheat pasta tossed with 1 cup steamed string beans, ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1 tablespoon grated provolone.
The Hit : Provolone cheese contains vitamin A and calcium. And beans are rich in fiber and iron!
Calorie Count : 249
Ingredients :
½ cup chickpeas mashed with 2 tablespoons each mustard and low-fat mayo on 2 slices toasted whole wheat bread
The Hit : Hummus is rich in nutrients and aids in weight control.
Calorie Count : 350
Ingredients :
4 red bell peppers, 1 teaspoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 6 yellow squash, 1 large onion cut into 16 wedges, 4 minced garlic cloves.
The Hit : Yellow squash contains less calories and is cholesterol free! It also is a rich source of vitamin C.
Calorie Count : 275
Ingredients :
2 finely grated garlic cloves, zest 2 lemons (plus a squeeze of juice), finely chopped small bunch parsley, 200 grams broccoli broken into florets, 400 grams pasta bows, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 chopped courgettes.
The Hit : Broccoli is an amazing anti-oxidant and reduces cholesterol!
Calorie Count : 390
Ingredients :
½ cup chopped chicken, 1 tablespoon bottled peanut sauce, 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro, all stuffed into a whole-wheat pita
The Hit : Chicken is a natural anti-depressant and contains high amounts of protein.
Calorie Count : 379
Ingredients :
1 tablespoon olive oil, 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 2 cups thinly sliced onions, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, 2 pounds coarsely chopped fresh spinach, 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese.
The Hit: Calcium in feta cheese helps build stronger bones. Feta cheese might also promote weight loss.
Calorie Count : 275
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