Low-Fat Main Dish Recipes

Staff Picks

Brick-Oven Pizza (Brooklyn Style)

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This is a simple recipe for authentic brick-oven pizza made famous by several, well-known Brooklyn pizzerias. Best accompanied by ice-cold pilsner-style lager beer.

By CDM68

Turkey Bolognese Sauce

Delicious ground turkey meat recipe. Excellent sauce.

By ted

Grilled Tuna Teriyaki

Delicious right off the grill! Take care not to overcook the steaks, as tuna can quickly become quite dry.

By Anonymous

Elegant Pork Loin Roast

This recipe came from my mom. It takes little time since it requires basting, but the end result is worth it. Makes a truly elegant meal served with mashed red potatoes and a green vegetable.

By JESHENBA

Cajun Pasta Fresca

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This is my absolute favorite dish! If you like food with just a little kick and you are a pasta fan...this recipe is for you!

By Nicole

Don't let some of the ingredients fool you--this spicy shrimp makes a simple, impressive dish, which I usually make for company. For more or less heat, adjust amount of red pepper. Serve over hot steamed rice.

By FOODGU1

Ginger Glazed Mahi Mahi

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This Ginger Glazed Mahi Mahi is bursting with flavor and combines both sweet and sour taste sensations. The 30 minute prep time includes 20 minutes to marinate. This recipe is a snap and so delicious. You'll love it!

By DECODIANA

Mock Tuna Salad

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This is a chickpea spread that tastes like tuna salad! No kidding! Great served in a sandwich.

By NICE_GIRL1965

Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken

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'If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed', ye shall make and enjoy this simple, tangy, delicious grilled chicken dish!

By Connie

Red Lentil Curry

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This is a rich and hearty lentil curry, great as a main meal rather than as a side dish like the more traditional Indian dhal. Don't let the ingredient list faze you, this really is an easy dish to make. This dish is great served with basmati rice.

By Emma Maher

Gnocchi I

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This simple potato, flour, and egg recipe is one my family has used for generations.

By Anna

Dumplings

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My mother was one of the best cooks I ever knew. When she made stews we mostly found dumplings in them. We never ate things from packages or microwaves and you sure could taste what food was. That's the only way I cook today - I don't use any electronic gadgets to cook with except an electric stove.

By Carol

Inspiration and Ideas

Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs

"These kabobs are tender, sweet, and delicious. They're easy to make and only require a few ingredients." – dailyn2003

Tangy Grilled Pork Tenderloin

"Just finished dinner with this as the star. It was delicious beyond description, and I am not kidding." – MOOSETRAX75

Zucchini with Chickpea and Mushrooms

Bourbon Chicken

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Eggless Pasta

Crispy Air Fryer Cod

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

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A new and yummy twist to Gnocchi. Pair this up with butter or your favorite alfredo sauce. This recipe can be made with butternut squash instead of the sweet potatoes.

More Low-Fat Main Dish Recipes

Fluffy French Toast

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This French toast recipe is different because it uses flour. I have given it to some friends and they've all liked it better than the French toast they usually make!

By Bonnie Molleston

Black Beans and Rice

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The perfect meal! Preparation Time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

By Daisy

Wonton Wrappers

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For those of us who like to make EVERYTHING ourselves -- an original wonton wrapper recipe. Use the wonton wrappers to form tasty little dumplings stuffed with your favorite fillings.

By BIGDADDY1IL

Slow Cooker Barbeque Chicken

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A little spicy barbeque chicken that simmers all day in the slow cooker. Super easy preparation.

By mrs.pie

Spicy Chicken Breasts

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This is a great skinless, chicken breast recipe that can be served over salad greens or as an entree! If serving over salad greens, cut chicken into strips and top with your favorite salsa or dressing.

By Barbara Radford

French Toast Sticks

I never liked French toast, but these sticks are the best. No need to have syrup or anything, they are good as-is.

By cole332002

Fiesta Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos

Quick, easy, and tasty!

By Ashlie Boucher

Vegan Black Bean Burgers

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Easy black bean burgers for everyone! You don't need to follow the recipe or amounts exactly. I never do. Serve with your favorite burger fixings and sweet potato fries.

By jeshaka

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

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Quick and easy way to cook turkey in the slow cooker. With only two ingredients, the only hard part is waiting.

By ms_sally

Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders

These chicken tenders have a barbecue base but are elevated with a decidedly Asian influence. I use Savory Spice® Asian Delight BBQ Rub, which is different from Chinese five-spice.

By thedailygourmet

Soy and Garlic Marinated Chicken

This is the easiest marinade I have ever used, and one of the most popular with my family. This recipe also works well with any cut of chicken--thighs, legs, etc.

By CANDIELIPS

Porridge

This is a winter favorite of ours, that builds on a traditional British breakfast dish. We add sultanas, bananas and cinnamon and it's awesome.

By ANNEDUNCAN

Jenny's Grilled Chicken Breasts

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This is the recipe that my friends and family still beg me to make when the grill is brought out. It's so easy and versatile, and can be tried on several different meats. I like it with scalloped potatoes, baked potatoes or rice pilaf. Try it with cilantro or oregano instead of parsley. Save leftovers for salad the next day.

By Jenny English

Easy Garlic and Rosemary Chicken

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A simple flavorful baked chicken, specially created for my husband! This is great served with rice.

By Karen Hefner

Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

These savory-sweet shrimp skewers are easy to make and cook in just a few minutes. They are perfect for summer weeknights or weekend dinner parties. Prep the sauce ahead of time for an even faster dinner. I prefer to use jumbo shrimp (21-25 per pound), however use what you have on hand.

By France C

Lemony Steamed Fish

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Mild flavored, flaky fish fillets. Any number of different types of fish will work, and you can increase the recipe easily. Try halibut, cod, salmon, red snapper, trout, etc. Serve with a white and wild rice blend.

By DHERDEBU

Steamed Blue Crabs

Atlantic Ocean Blue Crabs, steamed over a boil of Old Bay® seasoning and beer. Show your friends you have that certain craboir faire with this one.

By Steve A

Slow Cooker Chicken Marrakesh

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I have been making this Moroccan-style recipe for years. It's so easy to make, it has become a tradition in our household.

By KCOOPER78

Reduced Fat French Toast

This is an easy variation on the basic French toast recipe, except it uses reduced fat substitutes! Serve with fruit or sugar-free maple syrup.

By Jen

Cod with Italian Crumb Topping

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This recipe is a good, low-fat, and quick cod recipe.

By dakota kelly

Chicken Taco Filling

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This recipe is easy, yet delicious when used in tacos or other Mexican cuisine. Try it for enchiladas and nachos too.

By Dianna Brown-Brenny

By Amy Holmberg

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