Cooking without the added fat can be a challenge, but it is possible. Reducing the amount of fat in your diet can help you maintain a healthy weight, lower your cholesterol levels, and reduce your risk of heart disease.
Here are 30 recipes to help you get started.
1. Baked Tofu Nuggets
These crispy tofu nuggets are baked instead of fried to reduce the amount of added fat. Serve them with a spicy dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer.
2. Butternut Squash Soup
This creamy butternut squash soup is made with low-fat milk instead of heavy cream to reduce the amount of fat. The soup is rich and satisfying without all the added calories.
3. Grilled Chicken Breast
Grilled chicken breast is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
4. Skinny Mashed Potatoes
These skinny mashed potatoes are made with skim milk and reduced-fat butter to reduce the amount of added fat. They are creamy and delicious without all the added calories.
5. Baked Sweet Potato Fries
These baked sweet potato fries are a healthier alternative to regular fries. They are baked instead of fried to reduce the amount of added fat. Serve them as a side dish or as a snack.
6. Lemon Garlic Shrimp
This lemon garlic shrimp is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. Serve it over a bed of brown rice for a complete meal.
7. Grilled Fish Tacos
These grilled fish tacos are made with a low-fat fish like cod or flounder and are topped with fresh salsa and avocado. They are a delicious and healthy option for a weeknight dinner.
8. Quinoa Salad
This quinoa salad is made with fresh veggies and herbs and is topped with a light vinaigrette dressing. It is a great option for a healthy lunch or dinner.
9. Lean Turkey Chili
This lean turkey chili is made with ground turkey instead of ground beef to reduce the amount of fat. It is a delicious and healthy option for a cold winter night.
10. Oven Roasted Brussel Sprouts
These oven-roasted brussel sprouts are seasoned with garlic and olive oil and roasted to perfection. They are a great way to add veggies to your diet without all the added calories.
11. Cauliflower Fried Rice
This cauliflower fried rice is a low-carb, low-fat alternative to traditional fried rice. It is made with cauliflower instead of rice and is packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein.
12. Low-Fat Creamy Tomato Soup
This low-fat creamy tomato soup is made with low-fat milk and fresh tomatoes. It is a delicious and healthy option for a cold winter day.
13. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast
This spinach and feta stuffed chicken breast is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
14. Sweet and Sour Shrimp Stir Fry
This sweet and sour shrimp stir fry is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. Serve it over brown rice for a complete meal.
15. Balsamic Glazed Roasted Vegetables
These balsamic glazed roasted vegetables are a delicious and healthy option for a side dish. They are roasted to perfection and are packed with flavor.
16. Low-Fat Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta
This low-fat creamy chicken and mushroom pasta is a delicious and healthy option for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
17. Turkey and Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
This turkey and sweet potato shepherd’s pie is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
18. Low-Fat Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
This low-fat creamy garlic shrimp pasta is a delicious and healthy option for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
19. Spicy Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa
This spicy grilled chicken with mango salsa is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a summer BBQ. The mango salsa adds a sweet and spicy kick.
20. Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan
This oven-baked chicken parmesan is a low-fat, high-protein option that is easy to make. Serve it with a side of whole wheat pasta for a complete meal.
21. Low-Fat Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Risotto
This low-fat creamy mushroom and spinach risotto is a delicious and healthy option for a dinner party. It is packed with flavor and sure to impress.
22. Grilled Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
This grilled steak with chimichurri sauce is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a summer BBQ. The chimichurri sauce adds a delicious flavor.
23. Low-Fat Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
This low-fat creamy tomato basil pasta is a delicious and healthy option for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
24. Grilled Mushroom and Goat Cheese Sandwich
This grilled mushroom and goat cheese sandwich is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a lunch on the go. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
25. Low-Fat Creamy Salmon and Asparagus Pasta
This low-fat creamy salmon and asparagus pasta is a delicious and healthy option for a dinner party. It is packed with flavor and sure to impress.
26. Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
This grilled lemon herb chicken is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a summer BBQ. The lemon herb marinade adds a delicious flavor.
27. Low-Fat Creamy Tuscan Chicken
This low-fat creamy Tuscan chicken is a delicious and healthy option for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy.
28. Grilled Teriyaki Salmon
This grilled teriyaki salmon is a low-fat, high-protein option that is perfect for a summer BBQ. The teriyaki marinade adds a delicious flavor.
29. Low-Fat Creamy Vegetable Lasagna
This low-fat creamy vegetable lasagna is a delicious and healthy option for a dinner party. It is packed with flavor and sure to impress.
30. Grilled Vegetable Skewers
These grilled vegetable skewers are a delicious and healthy option for a summer BBQ. They are packed with flavor and are sure to satisfy.