20 Healthy Low-Calorie Recipes for Weight Loss
31. Veggie Omelet Slim Plate
Best for: Breakfast
Ingredients
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2 whole eggs
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½ cup onions and peppers
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Salt & pepper
How to Make
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Cook veggies lightly.
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Add eggs and cook until set.
Why It Works
Protein breakfast reduces cravings all day.
Calories: ~260
32. Apple Cinnamon Yogurt Cup
Best for: Snack or breakfast
Ingredients
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¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
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½ apple (chopped)
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Cinnamon
How to Make
Mix all ingredients.
Why It Works
Improves digestion and reduces bloating.
Calories: ~210
33. Chicken Avocado Salad Bowl
Best for: Lunch
Ingredients
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4 oz grilled chicken
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¼ avocado
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Mixed greens
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Lemon juice
How to Make
Combine everything in a bowl.
Why It Works
Healthy fats prevent overeating.
Calories: ~330
34. Lentil & Spinach Stew
Best for: Dinner
Ingredients
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½ cup cooked lentils
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Spinach
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Garlic
How to Make
Simmer for 15 minutes.
Why It Works
High fiber keeps the belly full overnight.
Calories: ~260
20 Healthy Low-Calorie Recipes for Weight Loss
35. Baked Turkey Meatballs (Lean)
Best for: Dinner
Ingredients
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4 oz ground turkey
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Egg white
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Garlic powder
How to Make
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Mix ingredients.
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Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
Why It Works
High protein without heaviness.
Calories: ~300
36. Cucumber Tuna Refresh Bowl
Best for: Lunch
Ingredients
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1 can of tuna (water)
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1 cup of cucumber
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Lemon juice
How to Make
Mix and serve chilled.
Why It Works
Reduces water retention.
Calories: ~220
37. Sweet Potato Egg Hash
Best for: Breakfast
Ingredients
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½ cup diced sweet potato
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1 egg
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Pepper
How to Make
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Cook sweet potato until soft.
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Add egg and scramble.
Why It Works
Balanced carbs for energy without fat gain.
Calories: ~280
38. Garlic Green Beans Side Bowl
Best for: Dinner side
Ingredients
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1 cup green beans
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Garlic
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1 tsp olive oil
How to Make
Sauté lightly.
Why It Works
Low calorie, high volume.
Calories: ~120
39. Protein Chia Pudding (No Sugar)
Best for: Snack
Ingredients
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1 cup almond milk
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2 tbsp chia seeds
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Cinnamon
How to Make
Refrigerate overnight.
Why It Works
Controls hunger for hours.
Calories: ~190
40. Light Chicken Broth Dinner
Best for: Late dinner
Ingredients
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1 cup chicken broth
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Shredded chicken
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Black pepper
How to Make
Heat and sip warm.
Why It Works
Prevents nighttime fat storage.
Calories: ~150
41. Mushroom Spinach Egg Scramble
Best for: Breakfast
Ingredients
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2 whole eggs
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½ cup mushrooms
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½ cup spinach
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Salt & pepper
How to Make
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Sauté mushrooms lightly.
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Add eggs and spinach.
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Cook until set.
Why It Works
Low calorie, high-volume foods keep you full.
Calories: ~240
42. High-Protein Cottage Cheese Toast
Best for: Breakfast or snack
Ingredients
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1 slice whole-grain toast
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½ cup cottage cheese
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Black pepper
How to Make
Spread cottage cheese on toast.
Why It Works
Protein + fiber prevents mid-morning hunger.
Calories: ~260
43. Chicken Veggie Power Soup
Best for: Lunch
Ingredients
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4 oz shredded chicken
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Carrots, celery
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1 cup chicken broth
How to Make
Simmer all ingredients for 15 minutes.
Why It Works
Warm meals reduce overeating.
Calories: ~280
44. Shrimp Avocado Salad
Best for: Lunch
Ingredients
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4 oz shrimp
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¼ avocado
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Mixed greens
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Lemon juice
How to Make
Toss everything together.
Why It Works
Healthy fats improve satiety.
Calories: ~310
45. Stuffed Bell Peppers (Lean)
Best for: Dinner
Ingredients
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1 bell pepper
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4 oz ground turkey
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Onion, spices
How to Make
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Stuff pepper with cooked turkey.
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Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
Why It Works
Portion-controlled comfort food.
Calories: ~330
46. Zucchini Egg Muffins
Best for: Breakfast
Ingredients
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2 eggs
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½ cup grated zucchini
How to Make
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Mix ingredients.
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Bake in muffin tin at 375°F for 15 minutes.
Why It Works
Easy meal prep, low calorie.
Calories: ~210
47. Lentil Cucumber Cooling Salad
Best for: Lunch
Ingredients
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½ cup cooked lentils
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½ cup cucumber
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Lemon juice
How to Make
Mix and chill.
Why It Works
Reduces bloating.
Calories: ~240
48. Baked Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Best for: Dinner
Ingredients
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4 oz tilapia
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Lemon, garlic
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Salt & pepper
How to Make
Bake at 400°F for 12 minutes.
Why It Works
Light protein for evening meals.
Calories: ~220
49. Greek Yogurt Nut Crunch
Best for: Snack
Ingredients
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¾ cup Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp chopped nuts
How to Make
Mix and eat.
Why It Works
Controls hunger between meals.
Calories: ~230
50. Warm Ginger Lemon Water
Best for: Night drink
Ingredients
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Hot water
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Fresh ginger
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Lemon slice
How to Make
Steep ginger, add lemon.
Why It Works
Calms digestion before sleep.
Calories: ~10