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Apple Cabbage Slaw Recipe: Next time you have a burger, try this crispy apple cabbage slaw on the side instead of fries. This easy, low fat slaw is only 55 calories per serving versus 380 calories for a side of fries.; View Recipe

Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe: Cucumber ribbons make a light side dish for your next fish, meat or poultry dinner. Garlic, ginger and sesame add loads of flavor without adding fat and calories.; View Recipe

Baked Acorn Squash Recipe: Autumn means plenty of squash. This healthy squash recipe has no saturated fat and is stuffed with delicious dried fruits and nuts.; View Recipe

Black Beans and Rice Recipe: This hearty black bean and rice dish is cooked in a crock pot. Serve it as a side dish or as the main course with a fresh green salad.; View Recipe

Broccoli Slaw Recipe: Make this low fat and low cholesterol heart healthy side dish for your next BBQ.; View Recipe

Butternut Squash Risotto Recipe: Try this simply sweet butternut squash risotto recipe as an entrée or a creative holiday side dish. This scrumptious dish is a healthier version of a classic Italian dish.; View Recipe

Carrot and Raisin Salad Recipe: Try this salad for a change. Using pineapple, carrots and raisins make this salad colorful, but also perfect for summer. There are only 70 calories a serving, so go for seconds.; View Recipe

Carrot Orange Soup with Mint Coconut Yogurt Recipe: Topped with a refreshing mint coconut yogurt, this low fat carrot orange soup will become a family favorite. Delicious warm or chilled, you can serve this healthy soup year round.; View Recipe

Cauliflower and Potato Mash Recipe: Cauliflower is a fantastic ingredient to enhance flavor and to reduce the calories in mashed potatoes. Share this mashed potato recipe with friends who want to reduce starch in their diet.; View Recipe

Cinnamon Sweet Potato Recipe: Sweet potatoes just got a little sweeter. A light orange juice, brown sugar and cinnamon glaze adds great flavor but few calories to this easy, low fat Thanksgiving side dish.; View Recipe

Cornbread Stuffing with Chestnuts and Figs Recipe: This gluten free stuffing recipe will have Thanksgiving dinner guests raving. Make ahead and free up time for the rest of your Turkey Day prep.; View Recipe

Cranberry Sauce Recipe: Cranberry sauce is a staple at Thanksgiving, but most commercial brands are loaded with sugar. Make this sugar free cranberry sauce with fresh cranberries and only about 70 calories per serving.; View Recipe

Creamed Cauliflower Recipe: This easy creamed cauliflower recipe will quickly become one of your favorite Thanksgiving recipes. It's so creamy, light and fluffy, you'll skip the mashed potatoes.; View Recipe

Cucumbers with Sour Cream Recipe: This refreshing heart healthy side dish is low in fat, calories, cholesterol and sodium.; View Recipe

Fast Fruit Salad Recipe: When you crave something sweet, try this easy fruit salad that is loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants. This low calorie fruit salad can double as a quick, healthy snack or yogurt topping.; View Recipe

Garlic Fries Recipe: These crispy fries are sure to become a family favorite. They're great with burgers or on their own as a snack. Make sure to serve them while they're hot.; View Recipe

Garlic Green Bean and Tomato Recipe: Here's a great recipe for fresh green beans and tomatoes from your garden. Tomato juices and white wine make a deliciously light sauce. This easy side dish complements meat, chicken or fish entrées.; View Recipe

Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe: These garlic mashed potatoes are fat free! Use skim milk instead of heavy cream to lower calories, fat, and sodium. Make these potatoes one day ahead, and refrigerate until just before serving.; View Recipe

German Potato Salad Recipe: Potato salad doesn't have to be smothered in fattening mayonnaise to taste good. Apple cider vinegar and sweet onion give this potato salad flavor without adding fat or extra calories. Serve it warm.; View Recipe

Green Beans with Almond Slices Recipe: Thanksgiving recipes should be delicious and easy too. These quick green beans are a perfect side dish for your turkey. They can be made ahead--reheat and add almonds just before serving.; View Recipe

Grilled Corn on the Cob Recipe: No need to smother butter and salt on this corn on the cob. Healthy olive oil and fragrant herbs and spices will make this easy corn on the cob a favorite summer side dish.; View Recipe

Grilled Pineapple Recipe: Grilling recipes aren't just for burgers. You can top off your burger cookout with a tropical treat that's a perfect side dish or dessert for summer: grilled pineapple with a touch of honey.; View Recipe

Grilled Vegetables Recipe: A delicious garlic balsamic marinade gives these grilled vegetables a savory sweet flavor. This low calorie side dish complements meat, fish and poultry.; View Recipe

Guilt Free Mac and Cheese Recipe: This lighter version of macaroni and cheese will please the whole family. The recipe combines reduced fat cheddar cheese, sour cream and cottage cheese to create a scrumptious side dish or entree.; View Recipe

Guilt Free Sweet Potato French Fries Recipe: Sweet potato french fries are low sodium, sweeter and healthier than deep fried french fries. These low calorie fries have less than one gram of fat per serving.; View Recipe

Healthy Butternut Squash Recipe: Spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, this popular Thanksgiving side dish fits many special diets. Serve with white turkey breast, our healthy mashed potatoes, and a dab of cranberry sauce.; View Recipe

Healthy Deviled Eggs Recipe: These healthy, cholesterol-free deviled eggs use avocado instead of mayo for a creamy texture. Add fresh lime juice for that extra kick of delicious flavor. Yes, it's green.; View Recipe

Healthy Mashed Potatoes Recipe: Most mashed potatoes call for loads of salt and butter. This heart healthy recipe preserves that classic, creamy flavor without the added fat and sodium.; View Recipe

Hearty Farmers Market Salad Recipe with Warm Vinaigrette Recipe: This easy salad makes a great hearty lunch or light dinner. Crispy green beans and radishes combine nicely with mellow red potatoes. Use the extra dressing later in the week to liven up tossed greens.; View Recipe

Homemade Applesauce Recipe: Use this fat free recipe for a healthy snack or to make applesauce pops!; View Recipe

Honey Braised Brussels Sprouts Recipe: Don't confuse this delicious side dish with the dinners of your youth. The honey glaze and crunchy walnuts adds new dimension to this old healthy standby.; View Recipe

Hummus with Whole Wheat Pita Chips Recipe: Hummus with whole wheat pita chips is a healthy substitute for the regular chips and dips at parties.; View Recipe

Lemon Quinoa Salad Recipe: Quinoa (keen-wa) is a delicious, healthy, low fat alternative to rice or pasta. It is packed with more protein than any other whole grain and goes well with meat, fish or vegetables.; View Recipe

Low Sodium Barbecue Sauce Recipe: If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium BBQ sauce recipe.; View Recipe

Low Sodium Ketchup Recipe: If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium ketchup recipe!; View Recipe

Mixed Vegetable Casserole Recipe: Here's a low fat, low calorie vegetable side dish that melds the flavors of eggplant, squash and portobello mushrooms in an easy casserole that complements any chicken, meat or fish dish.; View Recipe

Orange Glazed Parsnips Recipe: This orange glazed parsnip recipe is not only low fat, it's cholesterol free as well!; View Recipe

Oriental Marinade Recipe: This cholesterol free marinade adds great flavor, without the calories and fat, to chicken, beef, fish and tofu! It also keeps for one month refrigerated!; View Recipe

Pico de Gallo Recipe: Fresh Pico de Gallo is a great topping for nachos, fish or chicken. It has only 10 calories per serving and is loaded with antioxidants and delicious flavor.; View Recipe

Polenta Recipe: Polenta is an easy, delicious, low calorie alternative to pasta. Chilled, polenta can be cut into shapes and grilled, or sautéed or even used in place of lasagne noodles.; View Recipe

Roasted Sweet Potato Puree with Almonds Recipe: Try this healthy sweet potato purée this Thanksgiving. Each serving has under 100 calories. Calorie, fat, and cholesterol savings come from using safflower or grapeseed oil instead of butter.; View Recipe

Sautéed Greens Video: Your farmer's market is brimming with heart healthy greens that make an easy side dish. When choosing kale, spinach or any greens, look for firm, deep-colored leaves and make sure you rinse them well.; View Recipe

Shrimp Ceviche Recipe: This refreshing seafood appetizer also makes a great light dinner recipe. Low fat, but full of flavor, it is sure to become a seafood summer favorite.; View Recipe

Shrimp Toast Recipe: Serve this delicious shrimp toast as an appetizer any time of the year.; View Recipe

Simple Crepes Recipe: Try these simple, healthy and delicious, whole wheat crepes that you can make in minutes. Serve them filled with fresh berries, low-fat cheese or dark chocolate as an appetizer, snack or dessert.; View Recipe

Spanish Rice Recipe: Packaged rice is too high in sodium! This spicy rice recipe uses brown rice and fresh vegetables for added nutrients.; View Recipe

Spicy Grilled Shrimp Recipe: This fast and easy grilled shrimp recipe is delicious and can be served as an appetizer or a zesty side dish.; View Recipe

Squash Corn Bread Recipe: This quick and easy squash corn bread recipe is healthy and low in calories. This moist and delicious bread can complement any lunch or dinner.; View Recipe

Tabouleh Recipe: This high fiber, delicious Middle Eastern salad livens up any meal. You can even use it as a dip.; View Recipe

Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe: Prepare this easy stuffing in a baking dish, or use it to stuff the turkey. This healthy stuffing gets its sweetness from the apples and a unique flavor from the onion and walnut combination.; View Recipe

Tomato and Bread Salad Recipe: Serve this salad to your friends and family who love bruschetta. Use ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzeralla and unseasoned croutons and serve as a heart healthy side salad or an appetizer.; View Recipe

Tomato Mango Salad Recipe: This refreshing summer salad pairs sweet and salty flavors with fresh tomatoes and mango plus a hint of blue cheese. A simple, low calorie basil salad dressing can be made in minutes.; View Recipe

Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad Recipe: This colorful salad is a great addition to any meal.; View Recipe

Vegetable Medley with Polenta Recipe: Use your garden harvest for this satisfying vegetarian meal. A delicious assortment of sautéed vegetables is served over creamy polenta. This mild but filling recipe is also a nice side dish.; View Recipe

Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Recipe: This delicious whole wheat pasta salad with garden vegetables is a healthy side dish or light entree. Low fat whole wheat pasta salad is a tasty alternative to potato salad loaded with mayonnaise.; View Recipe