From Parents

You can serve this 15-minute side dish with chicken or beef for dinner or make it a light meatless meal.

Healthy Fried Rice

From Heart-Healthy Living

These sweet potato fries are a lower-fat alternative to traditional fries. Try them as a side dish for hamburgers or grilled chicken or pork sandwiches.

Sweet Potato Fries

From Parents

Peanut butter, bran cereal, and dried cranberries makes for a breakfast bar that's nutritious and sweet. Enjoy as a snack as well.

Wake-Up Breakfast Bars

From Better Homes and Gardens

In less than 30 minutes, this seafood meal is on the dinner table. It follows the Mediterranean cooking style: the simpler the better.

Baked Mediterranean Cod and Asparagus

From Better Homes and Gardens

For a low-fat fish sandwich, tuck this crispy coated fish into a whole wheat hamburger bun. Top with sliced tomatoes and fat-free mayonnaise dressing.

Oven-Fried Fish

From Parents

Plain yogurt, frozen peas, and just a touch of curry are all you need for this baby food recipe.

Curry Pea Baby Food

From Parents

Just a little garlic and oil add flavor to this natural baby food recipe.

Asparagus and Broccoli Baby Food

From Better Homes and Gardens

Use heavy foil and nonstick spray coating to make grilling delicate salmon fillets simple.

Grilled Salmon with Tarragon Mayonnaise

From Better Homes and Gardens

Grains of white and wild rice mingle with stewed tomatoes and herbs in this low-fat recipe.

White and Wild Rice with Tomatoes

From Parents

Make up this healthy whole grain mix for pancakes on busy mornings.

5-Grain Pancake Mix

From Better Homes and Gardens

Rich in vitamins and fiber, this tasty medley is a must-have side dish for your recipe file.

Lemon-Glazed Vegetables with Dill

From Better Homes and Gardens

Sprinkle wilted kale with toasted bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, and a squeeze of lemon. High in vitamins A and C, this healthful high-fiber side dish recipe is fast and easy to make.

Dino Kale Saute

From Better Homes and Gardens

Find fancy decanters in cookware stores, catalogs, or online to package this vinegar and give as gifts. Tie a glittery ribbon around the bottle and attach instructions to use the slightly sweet vinegar dressing on fruit and green salads.

Cranberry Vinegar

From Parents

Top purchased polenta with pizza sauce and cheese to make these little snacks.

Polenta Pizza

From Parents

Little cauliflower florets are roasted then sprinkled with parmesan cheese to make this tasty side dish.

Cauliflower Popcorn

From Better Homes and Gardens

This delicious noodle bowl is a fantastic combination of pasta, peppers, and steak.

Southwestern Noodle Bowl

From Better Homes and Gardens

If you love paella, try this irresistible recipe twist. Simply toss together scallops, plum tomatoes, and shrimp with rice, peas, corn, and carrots.

Speedy Paella

From Better Homes and Gardens

Make hot oatmeal chock-full of apples and dates to energize your entire family on cold winter mornings.

Oatmeal with Fruit and Nuts

From Parents

Zucchini, sweet red peppers, and corn make for a pretty side dish that is great for holiday dinners or anytime entertaining.

Vegetable Medley

From Heart-Healthy Living

Made with millet, applesauce, and bananas, these heart-healthy muffins will fill you up at breakfast or snack time.

Banana Millet Muffins

From Better Homes and Gardens

Make this low-fat sandwich to eat on the run or pack it for lunch.

Quick Turkey Sandwich

From Parents

Little kids will gobble up these sweet gelatin kisses for a snack or dessert.

Lip Smackers

From Better Homes and Gardens

Rubbing on a mixture of coriander, onion powder, chili powder, and ground red pepper gives this grilled turkey a pleasantly spicy flavor and a rich roasted color.

Coriander Turkey Breast

From Parents

Cheese and pears wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla makes a quick and healthy snack.

Pear Pinwheels

From Parents

Serve these little strawberry and peanut butter roll-ups as a snack or enjoy as a quick breakfast.

Strawberry PB Crepes