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Papaya-Berry Yogurt Parfait
A combination of yogurt, papaya, blackberries, raspberries, mint and granola, this snack (or dessert) only has 164 calories and 1 gram of fat. -
Vegetable Salsa
A mix of squash, eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes, this salsa is 51 calories per serving and is best paired with toasted whole-wheat bread or sliced, baked tofu. -
Figs with Mascarpone and Warm Spiced Honey
Figs contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are associated with healthy heart and brain function, and lutein, which aids vision. Nutritionists recommend figs for helping to lower blood cholesterol and blood pressure. -
Banana-Yogurt Smoothie
Get your protein, potassium, calcium, fiber, and omega-3s in a delicious shake. -
Double Dark-Chocolate and Ginger Biscotti
The sweet spiciness of the crystallized ginger in these 84-calorie cookies complements the richness of the dark chocolate. -
Pineapple, Papaya, and Sunflower Seed Granola
Using nutritious fruits and nuts, here's a delicious, healthy snack that doesn't have the refined sugars and trans fats of some commercial granolas. -
Pumpkin Muffins
While pumpkins are a fabulous power food (the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, are believed to help protect against macular degeneration, and alpha-carotene may aid in the prevention of tumor growth), the yogurt used in these muffins also makes them light. -
Spiced-Up Hummus
The ginger, cumin, and cilantro in this recipe are great anti-inflammatories, and the chickpeas are full of fiber. Serve with toasted whole-grain pita crisps. -
Four-Berry Salad
Balsamic vinegar and brown sugar make a sweet-tart dressing for the berries. Serve as is or, for an extra crunch, with toasted nuts. -
Berry "Pizza"
In this dessert, ricotta holds the berries in place while providing a wonderfully creamy texture and slightly sweet flavor. -
Spiced Walnuts
Cayenne pepper gives these slightly sweet walnuts a piquant kick. -
Carrot Mango Smoothie
This breakfast alternative starts with carrot juice, a valuable source of beta carotene, which many juicing enthusiasts believe is best absorbed on an empty stomach. Frozen mango lends the smoothie its sweetness and smooth texture while adding vitamins B6, C, and E. -
Walnut Date Muffins
These muffins freeze well; defrost individually for a quick and easy snack. -
Tarragon-Yogurt Dip
Skip the typical accoutrement and use healthier sauces like this one to accompany your steamed artichokes. -
Sun-Dried Tomato and Artichoke Dip
Enjoy the tasty, unexpected flavors of this recipe immediately, or allow the dip to mellow overnight. -
Cucumber-Mint Yogurt Dip
Cool and refreshing, this dip pairs best with raw vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers. -
Coriander-Chili Pinto Bean Dip
A spicy spin on the white-bean version, this pinto bean dip is surprisingly lean for its creamy texture. -
Mango Salsa
Swapping mangoes for tomatoes lends a fresh, sweet taste to this dish. -
Lemon, Sesame, and Garlic Dip
For anyone who doesn't like to eat meat every day, legumes are a great source of plant protein. Serve this hummus with rice crackers or fresh veggie slices for a healthy snack. For a light lunch, stuff in pita bread with baby spinach leaves. For a zesty, enticing dip, puree guacamole into the mixture.
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Blueberry Breakfast Shake Photo: Richard Gerhard Jung
Blueberry Breakfast Shake
In this refreshing smoothie, yogurt provides protein as well as calcium and B vitamins. Blueberries rank third as a natural source of antioxidants after prunes and raisins. -
Guava Pudding Photo: Yunhee Kim
Guava Pudding
Individual fruit puddings made with guava juice, another good source of lycopene, are topped with yogurt and heart-beneficial almonds. -
Spicy Red Pepper and Walnut Dip Photo: Elizabeth Watt
Spicy Red Pepper and Walnut Dip
Tomato paste and charred red peppers provide an ancho-spiced dip with layers of flavor in addition to cancer-fighting carotenoids; almonds and walnuts provide the smoky mixture with protein and unsaturated ("good") fat. -
Chocolate-Hazelnut Rice Pudding Photo: Elizabeth Watt
Chocolate-Hazelnut Rice Pudding
Skim milk replaces whole milk in this chocolate rice pudding. Each serving is topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt and hazelnut crunch. -
Carrot-Zucchini Muffins
Egg whites beaten to stiff peaks ensure that the texture of these whole-grain muffins remains light. Fresh carrots and zucchini keep them muffins moist. -
Pita Pizza Photo: Richard Gerhard Jung
Pita Pizza
Whole-wheat pita bread forms the crust for these wedges of yellow pepper and mozzarella pizza with homemade tomato sauce. Fresh basil ribbons top each low-fat wedge. -
Frozen Lemonade
Scoops of tangy, cold lemonade make a refreshing treat for the warm-weather season. -
Bean Salsa with Tortilla Chips Photo: Richard Gerhard Jung
Bean Salsa with Tortilla Chips
Oven-baked flour-tortilla chips accompany hearty salsa thick with black beans, tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper. -
Cornmeal Biscuits with Kiwi
This recipe makes more dough than you need. Shape the dough in a log, wrap it in plastic, and freeze. Slice and bake the cookies as needed. -
Ginger Ice Milk
If you've never tried Ginger Ice Milk before, it will be a revelation! It's slightly sweet, somewhat peppery, and totally refreshing. -
Grilled Fruit Panini with Yogurt Cheese
Juicy slices of nectarines crowned with yogurt cheese, sandwiched between two tiny squares of bread, and quickly grilled make a gorgeous summer dessert or snack. -
Roasted-Tomato Tabbouleh
Tomatoes -- even out-of-season ones -- take on an intense, almost sweet flavor when roasted, making this typically warm-weather side dish a year-round option. -
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My kids (ages 2 and 4) LOVE the hummus and cucumber-mint yogurt dip. These recipes are wonderful!! =]
I love the banana-yogurt smoothie, and the mango salsa. and the spiced walnuts definitely tastes yummy just from the photo!
Calories, fat, carbs and protein are listed in the recipes.
These look delicious! I will have to try them
Is there anyway to find the caloric/other nutritional values for these?
these are great ideas if you are trying to stay healthy.