Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist; Joshua Hoggle
If you’ve recently started a weight-loss diet, you might be overwhelmed thinking of recipes to help support your health goals. Luckily, these delicious recipes are all lower in calories and higher in protein and/or fiber which can help with weight loss. From easy sheet-pan meals like our Sheet-Pan Chicken & Broccoli to veggie-packed side dishes like Parmesan-Crusted Cauliflower, there are so many tasty options to choose from.
One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
This one-skillet salmon and broccoli recipe is the perfect 20-minute dinner for busy weeknights! This dish combines tender, flaky salmon with crisp, garlicky broccoli and bell pepper, all cooked in one pan for easy prep and cleanup.
Sheet-Pan Chicken & Broccoli
Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist; Joshua Hoggle
This sheet-pan miso-garlic chicken and broccoli dinner is low in calories, but high in protein to keep you satisfied, a key combination if you’re trying to lose weight.
Parmesan-Crusted Cauliflower
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This Parmesan-crusted cauliflower is a delicious dish that features tender cauliflower florets with a crispy, golden Parmesan cheese crust. Finishing the dish with lemon zest and parsley adds a nice brightness. Serve this dish alongside roast chicken, pork and more.
Get Your Greens Wrap
This healthy, quick wrap is packed with plenty of green vegetables—cucumber, sprouts and lettuce add crunch, avocado lends creaminess and edamame provides some plant-based protein.
Deviled Asparagus
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This recipe brings together the best of two classics, deviled eggs and tender spring asparagus, into one fresh side. Serve this alongside other dishes like smoked salmon, buttery biscuits or a citrusy salad.
Cherry Smoothie
The combination of oat milk, vanilla extract and sweet cherries makes this smoothie taste like cherry pie. Adding a bit of brown sugar boosts that nostalgia even more.
Spinach Salad with Quinoa, Chicken & Fresh Berries
This flavorful salad is packed with tender rotisserie chicken, juicy berries and hearty quinoa for a filling and satisfying meal.
Ginger-Dill Salmon with Cucumber & Avocado Salad
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Christina Daley
This recipe is a light, refreshing meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Tender, flaky salmon is infused with the unique combination of warm ginger and fresh dill, making it the perfect complement to the cool, creamy salad.
Roasted Romesco Vegetables
photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle
Romesco, a classic Spanish sauce featuring roasted red peppers, tomatoes, nuts and garlic, pairs beautifully with the caramelized sweetness of roasted broccoli and cauliflower in this quick and flavorful side dish.
Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
This blueberry-coconut-walnut baked oatmeal gets natural sweetness from banana and dates with bursts of juicy blueberries and a nutty crunch from walnuts. This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep or sharing at brunch, offering a nutritious start to your day. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt.
York Peppermint Pattie–Inspired Overnight Oats
Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Nicole Hopper, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong
These minty York Peppermint Pattie–inspired overnight oats come together in just minutes. It’s the perfect recipe for meal prep because you can store it in jars, giving you a grab-and-go breakfast that’s worth waking up for.
Garlicky Cabbage Soup
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Warm, hearty and nourishing, this soup is rich with the aromatic flavor of garlic and tender-sweet cabbage. Packed with veggies and a savory broth, this soup is perfect as a light meal on its own or as a starter.
Roasted Potato Tzatziki Bowls
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Christina Daley
Crispy, golden roasted potatoes are the centerpiece of these tasty bowls, accompanied by a tangy, herb-packed tzatziki sauce at the base. Loaded with fresh veggies like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes and red onion with a side of chickpeas, these bowls deliver big on flavor and nutrition.
Melting Broccoli
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
Slow-roasting broccoli until it’s tender and caramelized, then adding a flavorful liquid to the pan and cooking it a little longer gives it that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Chili crisp adds a touch of heat. Leave it out if you prefer a milder finish.
Raspberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
Chia seeds add a healthy dose of fiber to this creamy smoothie, which will keep you full and satisfied. The natural sweetness of frozen peaches combined with dates and the tangy brightness of raspberries make every sip refreshing and satisfying.
Cranberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong
These fiber-rich overnight oats will transform your breakfast into something special. Combining the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the rich, creamy flavors of cheesecake, these oats offer a delicious start to your day.
Roasted Salmon & Broccoli Rice Bowls
Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Gochujang, mayonnaise and honey combine to bring a spicy-sweet flavor to roasted salmon fillets. The honey allows the sauce to cling to the salmon while also providing a slight caramelization. Store-bought kimchi adds a nice tang to complete these weeknight-friendly rice bowls.
Marry Me Melting Cabbage
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Hostein, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee
We gave Marry Me Chicken a vegetarian twist by replacing the traditional chicken with tender cabbage wedges, all coated in a rich and flavorful sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Sop up every last bit of sauce with a crusty hunk of whole-grain bread, or make it a main dish and serve it over brown rice or whole-wheat pasta.
Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Bowl
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This colorful breakfast grain bowl is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with ingredients like black beans, roasted broccoli, jammy eggs and beets. With plenty of flavor and textural contrast, we know you won’t be able to stop making it.
Farro & White Bean Salad
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This colorful salad layers together farro, bell pepper, beets and arugula, all of which offer fiber and antioxidants that can help lower inflammation in your body. White beans add some plant-based protein to help you stay satisfied throughout the afternoon.
Lemon-Blueberry Overnight Oats
These lemon-blueberry overnight oats are layered with creamy oats and a sweet blueberry syrup, with a garnish of fresh blueberries and lemon zest to bring the flavors together.
Really Green Smoothie
The combination of kale and avocado makes this vibrant smoothie extra green. Chia seeds lend a heart-healthy punch of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
Crispy Chicken Rice Bowl
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Crispy breaded chicken cutlets are paired with brown rice and tender-crisp veggies in this tasty dish. The refreshing mint sauce is the star of the dish, bringing a burst of cool, zesty freshness.
Honey-Mustard Salmon Bites
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong
These honey-mustard salmon bites are a perfect balance of sweet, tangy and savory flavors. Make them a main dish by serving over brown rice to soak up the extra sauce.
Roasted Squash & Lentil Kale Salad
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
This salad packs 14 grams of fiber and features plenty of kale, a powerful prebiotic that helps set the stage for a healthy gut. This salad can be assembled in a Mason jar so you can prep it the night before for a healthy, grab-and-go lunch the next day.
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