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Looking for a lighter dinner? We have plenty of healthy, satisfying recipes between 200-500 calories. Enjoy cauliflower curry, chicken stew, risotto, burgers and more.
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Miso-roasted aubergine steaks with sweet potato
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Roast thick slices of aubergine with miso, garlic and ginger, then serve with chunky sweet potato wedges for a filling, vegetarian dinner
Sardine tomato pasta with gremolata
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.11 ratings
Enjoy our crowd-pleasing pasta with sardines and gremolata. With added nutrients thanks to the sardines, it's a healthy dish that's low on calories and fat
Rice noodle salad with peanut butter tempeh
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Rustle up this healthy vegan noodle salad. The star of the show are crisp nuggets of tempeh – compressed soya beans – with a moreish nutty coating
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A healthy one-pot with warming spices that's low fat, low calorie, 3 of your 5-a-day and also full of fibre!
Low-fat chicken caesar salad
A star rating of 3 out of 5.4 ratings
Give typically heavy caesar dressing a lighter makeover by swapping mayonnaise for Greek yogurt – it's lower in fat and calories, but still deliciously creamy.
Serve up these fragrant and light noodles with chicken, beansprouts and cabbage in 30 minutes. With fiery ginger and red chilli, it's full of flavour
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.109 ratings
Try this Asian-inspired salmon supper with a nutty sesame dressing, crisp veg and comforting sweet potato mash. It's healthy, low-calorie and rich in omega-3
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Try a filling frittata that's low in calories and guaranteed to keep you going until lunch. Save half in the fridge overnight if you're cooking for one
Superhealthy salmon burgers
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.378 ratings
If you're after something a bit lighter than potato-packed fishcakes, try these simple salmon burgers with ginger, soy sauce and coriander
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.37 ratings
Cod is a great source of lean protein. Enjoy it with with fresh greens and a peppery romesco sauce for a tasty, low-calorie meal
Lighter chicken cacciatore
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.120 ratings
The classic Italian 'hunter's stew' gets a healthy makeover, with low-fat chicken breasts, prosciutto and a rich herby tomato sauce
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.64 ratings
This delightfully summery, low-calorie, low-fat dish packs in plenty of greens and has a yogurt, tarragon and garlic sauce
A healthy and low calorie chicken and mushroom casserole with bacon, peas and a parsley sauce - use chicken thighs for extra flavour and juiciness
Carrot biryani
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.137 ratings
Prepare and cook our low-calorie vegetarian biryani in just 25 minutes using carrot, cashew nuts and Indian spices. Serve with coriander and dollops of yogurt
Curried cod
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.384 ratings
An easy-to-prepare midweek one-pot with cod fillet, chickpeas, ginger and spices - it's healthy, low calorie and packed with iron too
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The potatoes in this recipe take on the spicy flavours beautifully - our idea of the perfect veggie supper
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A perfectly healthy Friday night special meal for two, fish and chips
Speedy butternut squash barley ‘risotto’
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.7 ratings
Swap rice for barley to make this easy squash 'risotto' with spinach and sage. It's healthy and low in calories and fat – perfect for a quick supper
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.44 ratings
This prawn and fennel risotto gets a little extra kick from lemon zest and and rocket - perfect for a dinner party
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.95 ratings
An earthy spice pot that's low in fat and calories. Use your favourite curry paste along with mustard seeds, turmeric and coconut yogurt
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.160 ratings
Ready in less than an hour, this easy, vegetarian curry recipe made with pan-fried Indian cheese and vegetables is also cheap to prepare
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This superfood supper is packed with ingredients to give your body a boost, such as red onion, nigella seeds, walnuts, avocado oil and lemon
Superhealthy salmon salad
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.19 ratings
Superhealthy by name, superhealthy by nature: this salad is high in omega-3, iron and calcium and counts as 2 of your 5-a-day
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Whip up this budget vegetarian dinner in minutes - pile slices of light feta onto cannellini bean mash and top with tangy beetroot salsa
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