Dinners That Are Low In Calories
Monday, December 19, 2022
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Healthy Dinners That Are Low In Calories
1. Grilled Salmon With Asparagus and Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. fresh salmon fillet
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb. asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Sprinkle the salmon with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes on each side. Place the salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in the same skillet, add the garlic and asparagus. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until the asparagus is tender. Remove from the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese.
- Divide the cooked rice among four plates. Top each with an equal amount of asparagus and a salmon fillet.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 456
- Total Fat: 18.9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.3g
- Cholesterol: 66mg
- Sodium: 515mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.4g
- Fiber: 5.1g
- Sugar: 5.1g
- Protein: 36.5g
2. Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
- 2 bell peppers, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp. sesame oil
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic powder and ginger, and cook for 1 minute longer.
- Add the bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add the broccoli, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.
- Serve the stir-fry over cooked brown rice or quinoa.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 322
- Total Fat: 11.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
- Sodium: 771mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.4g
- Fiber: 4.2g
- Sugar: 5.3g
- Protein: 33.5g
3. Lentil and Quinoa Burrito Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dry lentils
- 1 cup dry quinoa
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
Instructions:
- Cook the lentils and quinoa according to package directions. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until the onion is tender. Add the bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until the bell pepper is tender.
- Add the corn and black beans. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until the beans are heated through. Stir in the salsa and spinach and cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.
- Divide the cooked lentils and quinoa among four bowls. Top with an equal amount of the vegetable mixture. Sprinkle each bowl with cilantro and diced avocado.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 462
- Total Fat: 13.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 463mg
- Carbohydrates: 61.5g
- Fiber: 13.1g
- Sugar: 5.9g
- Protein: 21.1g
Eating healthy dinners that are low in calories doesn't have to be a challenge. These recipes are all packed with flavor and nutrition, and are sure to satisfy your taste buds. So go ahead and enjoy a healthy, low-calorie dinner that is sure to please.
