Low-calorie dinner recipes
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Kitchari
Make a batch of kitchari, a soothing, dhal-like dish linked to Ayurvedic cleanses (an ancient system of alternative medicine from India) for a healthy supper.
Spinach crespolini
Enjoy these healthy spelt pancakes filled with spinach, ricotta and tomato – they deliver all of your 5-a-day, plus spinach supports bone and eye health
Chicken, broccoli & beetroot salad with avocado pesto
This superfood supper is packed with ingredients to give your body a boost, such as red onion, nigella seeds, walnuts, avocado oil and lemon
Spicy baby aubergine stew with coriander & mint
Superhealthy and high in fibre too, this miraculous Middle Eastern one-pot is under 150 calories per serve and counts as 5 of your 5-a-day
Miso steak with noodle salad
Looking for a quick, nutritious dish for busy days? Try our speedy, easy miso steak with a noodle and veg salad – it's healthy, low in calories and tastes great
Mediterranean vegetables with lamb
A one-pot packed with veg and tender lamb that will keep the whole family satisfied
Steamed fish & pak choi parcels
Just add steamed rice for a flavour-packed, low-calorie meal
Somerset stew with cheddar & parsley mash
This warming crowd-pleaser is full of flavour and goodness. Use just one type of bean if you don't have two, and substituting cider with extra stock will also work well
Pork & bulgur-stuffed peppers
This colourful feel-good supper brings summer flavour at any time of year
Spicy bean burgers with lime yogurt & salsa
These beany veggie burgers are easy to make and the toppings make them wonderfully moist - cook from frozen to save time
Chicken with harissa & tomatoes
Quick and easy midweek chicken supper recipe, with just a little hint of spice
Tomato & thyme cod
Ready in 20 minutes and low fat, this fish dish is great for a Monday night when you'd rather be on the sofa than in the kitchen
Rich paprika seafood bowl
Eating healthy isn't all about salad, this fish stew counts as 3 of your 5-a-day and it's low-fat
Thai beef stir-fry
A no fuss shopping list and super-quick to prepare, the perfect after work meal
Minestrone in minutes
Whip up a hearty bowl of soup in next to no time, perfect for a quick lunch or warming supper
Smoky aubergine & pepper tagine
Make a batch of our aubergine and pepper tagine at the start of the week for a couple of lunches, and then put extra portions in the freezer for a rainy day
Mexican chicken stew with quinoa & beans
Spicy chicken casserole with a healthy superfood side dish of protein-rich quinoa
Moroccan meatball tagine with lemon & olives
A wonderfully aromatic North African lamb casserole with a citrus tang - great for dinner parties
Salmon & broccoli cakes with watercress, avocado & tomato salad
Bump up the good-for-you factor with these vegetable-packed salmon fishcakes, served with a fresh salad
Winter vegetable pie
One portion of this delicious vegetarian shepherd's pie contains all 5 of your recommended 5-a-day intake
Oven-baked fish & chips
Give this classic combination a healthy makeover by oven cooking the ingredients instead of frying
Chicken korma
Want a curry without too many calories? Use fat-free Greek yogurt instead of cream for a healthy chicken korma that will give your local takeaway a run for its money
The ultimate makeover: Salmon en croûte
Angela Nilsen makes a super healthy version of the classic pastry wrapped fish parcel without losing the wow factor
Sweet potato & peanut curry
Cook this tasty, budget-friendly vegan curry for an easy family dinner. With spinach and sweet potato, it boasts two of your five-a-day and it’s under 400 calories