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Lamb Loin Chops
Lamb · LunchSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Lamb Loin Chops

Oven-roasted lamb loin chops make an elegant yet easy main, packing in the protein while staying light enough for a weeknight dinner.

2 visits
Pork Fried Rice
Chinese · PorkSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Pork Fried Rice

Better than takeout, this pork fried rice comes together in one skillet for a high-protein, Chinese-inspired dinner ready in no time.

2 visits
Mexican Spaghetti
Mexican · BeefSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Mexican Spaghetti

Taco night meets pasta night in this one-skillet Mexican spaghetti, tossing beef and noodles with south-of-the-border flavor for an easy dinner.

1 visit
Shrimp Etouffee
American · SeafoodSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Shrimp Etouffee

A New Orleans-style classic made easy in the Dutch oven, this shrimp etouffee simmers into a rich, savory stew that's surprisingly light and protein-packed.

5 visits
Lamb Kebabs
American · LambSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Lamb Kebabs

Juicy lamb kebabs hit the grill for a satisfying main dish that brings smoky, charred flavor to your dinner table.

1 visit
Crawfish Etouffee
American · SeafoodSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Crawfish Etouffee

Crawfish etouffee brings Louisiana comfort to your skillet in one easy, budget-friendly dinner — rich, saucy, and ready for a weeknight table without any fuss.

2 visits
Chinese Steamed Chicken
Chinese · ChickenSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Chinese Steamed Chicken

Light, protein-packed, and full of Chinese-inspired flavor, this steamed chicken makes a satisfying lunch or dinner without weighing you down.

2 visits
Big Mac Sliders
American · BeefSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Big Mac Sliders

Big Mac sliders bring all the flavor of the drive-thru favorite to a lighter, oven-baked beef appetizer under 500 calories.

3 visits
Sheet Pan Salmon
American · SeafoodSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Sheet Pan Salmon

Easy weeknight dinners don't get much simpler than this sheet pan salmon, a light, under-500-calorie meal with practically no cleanup.

2 visits
Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Foil Packet
American · BeefSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Foil Packet

Grilling season calls for these garlic butter steak and potato foil packets, a hearty high-protein dinner that cooks up with barely any mess.

2 visits
Hidden Veggie Pasta Sauce
Italian · LunchSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Hidden Veggie Pasta Sauce

Sneak extra veggies into dinner with this Italian-style pasta sauce, a skillet staple that keeps things wholesome without anyone noticing the difference.

1 visit
Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice
American · SeafoodSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice

Cauliflower stands in for rice in this shrimp skillet dish, a low-carb, under-500-calorie lunch or main that's a lighter spin on a takeout favorite.

3 visits
Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin
Pork · AmericanSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin

Let the slow cooker do the heavy lifting on this tender pork main — a high-protein, family-friendly dinner that's ready with barely any hands-on time.

1 visit
Crispy Chicken Thighs
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Crispy Chicken Thighs

Golden and crispy on the outside, juicy inside — these fried chicken thighs pack in the protein for a satisfying dinner that won't break the calorie bank.

1 visit
Vietnamese Shaking Beef
Asian · BeefSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Vietnamese Shaking Beef

One pot is all you need for this Vietnamese shaking beef, a high-protein dinner packed with bold flavor and ready in a snap.

2 visits
California Roll Sushi Bowl
American · SeafoodSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

California Roll Sushi Bowl

Skip the rolling and build a California roll sushi bowl instead, a no-cook seafood lunch that stays light and under 500 calories.

3 visits
BLT Pinwheels
Pork · AmericanSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

BLT Pinwheels

Bacon, lettuce, and tomato get rolled up into easy pinwheels that make a fun appetizer or light lunch — simple to prep and always a crowd favorite.

1 visit
Sheet Pan Shrimp
Seafood · LunchSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Sheet Pan Shrimp

One sheet pan is all it takes to get shrimp on the table fast, with a low-carb, lighter spin that's perfect for busy lunch or dinner nights.

1 visit
Salisbury Steak
American · BeefSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Salisbury Steak

Skillet Salisbury steak brings old-school comfort to the dinner table, a low-carb main dish that stays under 500 calories a serving.

2 visits
Thai Coconut Curry
Asian · Meal PrepSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Thai Coconut Curry

Thai coconut curry simmers together in one pot for a vegan, dairy-free dinner under 500 calories with warm, Asian-inspired spice.

3 visits
Spicy Tuna Bowl
Seafood · JapaneseSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Spicy Tuna Bowl

Craving something fresh and a little fiery? This Japanese-style spicy tuna bowl delivers big flavor in a light, under-500-calorie lunch.

1 visit
Beef and Broccoli
Chinese · AsianSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Beef and Broccoli

Beef and broccoli comes together fast for a Chinese-inspired, high-protein dinner that stays under 500 calories, all cooked up in one skillet.

1 visit
Egg Salad
Snacks · SaladsSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Egg Salad

Creamy egg salad makes a satisfying, low-carb lunch that works just as well piled on bread as it does scooped onto crackers.

1 visit
Beef Moussaka
Greek · BeefSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Beef Moussaka

Layers of beef bring Greek comfort food to the table in this moussaka, a lunch or main dish that stays under 500 calories.

3 visits
Asian Slaw
Asian · Side DishesSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Asian Slaw

Crisp, colorful, and ready in minutes, this no-cook Asian slaw makes a refreshing side or light lunch with none of the fuss of turning on the stove.

2 visits
Vegan Hashbrown Casserole
American · Side DishesSee more from: Two City Vegans

Vegan Hashbrown Casserole

Crispy, golden, and totally dairy-free, this hashbrown casserole is a fiber-rich American comfort dish hearty enough for lunch or dinner.

1 visit
Sticky Chicken Thighs
Chicken · AsianSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Sticky Chicken Thighs

Oven-baked chicken thighs get glazed sticky-sweet with Asian-inspired flavor, a high-protein dinner or lunch that won't blow your calorie budget.

Chicken and Biscuits
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Chicken and Biscuits

Classic American chicken and biscuits, simmered together in the Dutch oven, delivers cozy comfort food for well under 500 calories a serving.

3 visits
Mediterranean Lamb Shank with Polenta
Mediterranean · LambSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Mediterranean Lamb Shank with Polenta

Lamb shank simmers Mediterranean-style with polenta in this one-pot main dish, an elegant dinner that still comes in under 500 calories.

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Chicken · CheeseSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

These honey garlic chicken thighs bake up sticky-sweet and golden, finished with a bit of melted cheese for a cozy weeknight main that won't blow the budget or the calorie count.

Vegan Tikka Masala
Asian · IndianSee more from: Two City Vegans

Vegan Tikka Masala

This Indian-inspired tikka masala trades traditional dairy for a plant-based sauce, delivering a high-protein, fiber-rich main dish loaded with warming spice.

1 visit
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower
Asian · Side DishesSee more from: Two City Vegans

Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

Roasted cauliflower gets glazed in a sticky, sesame-laced sauce inspired by Asian takeout favorites — sweet, savory, and totally craveable.

3 visits
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Chicken Salad Sandwich

Chicken salad piles onto bread for a no-cook American lunch sandwich that stays under 500 calories and comes together in minutes.

1 visit
Rice Paper Rolls
Asian · SeafoodSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Rice Paper Rolls

Light, fresh, and packed with Vietnamese flair, these rice paper rolls make a fun appetizer or light lunch that comes together without ever turning on the stove.

2 visits
King Ranch Casserole
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

King Ranch Casserole

Baked until bubbly, this chicken King Ranch casserole is a Texas-style comfort food favorite that keeps things lean with under 500 calories and plenty of protein.

Chicken Taco
Chicken · MexicanSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Chicken Taco

Seasoned chicken gets seared right in the skillet for a quick weeknight taco night, piled into shells with all your favorite toppings—light enough to fit a low-carb plate without skimping on flavor.

2 visits
Vegan Gumbo
American · LunchSee more from: Two City Vegans

Vegan Gumbo

Simmered low in a Dutch oven, this plant-based gumbo channels all the deep, spiced flavor of the Southern classic.

1 visit
Tuna Salad
Seafood · SnacksSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Tuna Salad

Stir together this no-cook tuna salad for a gluten-free, low-carb lunch that's ready in minutes and packed with over 20 grams of protein.

1 visit
Reverse Sear Steak
American · BeefSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Reverse Sear Steak

Reverse searing gives this American beef steak an evenly cooked finish using nothing more than the oven, all in under 500 calories.

1 visit
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Beef · Side DishesSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Zucchini boats get stuffed and baked for a hearty, high-protein main dish that's gluten free and packed with fiber.

2 visits
Skillet Chicken Thighs
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Skillet Chicken Thighs

Seared right in the skillet, these chicken thighs stay juicy and flavorful while keeping things low carb and light enough to fit any budget-friendly dinner rotation.

Skillet Miso Butter Chicken Thighs with Burnt Honey
Chicken · JapaneseSee more from: Your Perfect Recipes

Skillet Miso Butter Chicken Thighs with Burnt Honey

Miso and burnt honey add serious flavor to these skillet chicken thighs, a Japanese-inspired lunch that's egg-free, low-carb, and under 500 calories.

1 visit
Pork Tenderloin
Pork · LunchSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Pork Tenderloin

Juicy oven-roasted pork tenderloin makes an effortless weeknight dinner that checks every box: dairy free, low carb, high protein, and under 500 calories.

Salmon Patties
Seafood · LunchSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Salmon Patties

Salmon patties turn crispy and golden in the skillet for a high-protein seafood main dish that comes together quickly and stays under 500 calories.

2 visits
Chicken Caesar Salad
Chicken · ItalianSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Chicken Caesar Salad

Chicken Caesar salad gets a skillet-seared upgrade, turning the Italian classic into a low-carb, high-protein lunch that's under 500 calories.

2 visits
Wingstop Louisiana Rub Wings
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Wingstop Louisiana Rub Wings

Get that spicy, Louisiana-seasoned wing shop flavor at home with this copycat recipe—crispy, well-seasoned wings that make a killer game-day appetizer or protein-packed lunch.

2 visits
Marry Me Lentils
Italian · LunchSee more from: Two City Vegans

Marry Me Lentils

A dreamy Italian-style sauce turns simple lentils into the skillet dinner that earned its swoon-worthy name. High in fiber, dairy-free, and under 500 calories, it's a wholesome main that still feels indulgent.

2 visits
Salmon Croquettes
American · SeafoodSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Salmon Croquettes

Golden salmon croquettes fry up in a skillet for a low-carb main that keeps dinner light and under 500 calories.

2 visits
Charred Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Chicken · Side DishesSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Charred Grilled Chicken Kabobs

Get that smoky char going with these grilled chicken kabobs, a gluten-free, low-carb option that's high in protein and endlessly versatile from appetizer to main.

1 visit
Chickpea Salad with Roasted Peppers
Side Dishes · SaladsSee more from: Two City Vegans

Chickpea Salad with Roasted Peppers

Protein-packed chickpeas meet smoky roasted peppers in this no-cook salad, a light and dairy-free dish that's just as good for lunch as it is alongside dinner.

1 visit
Marry Me Chicken Casserole
Chicken · ItalianSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Marry Me Chicken Casserole

Marry Me chicken casserole bakes chicken and pasta into an Italian-style dinner that's low carb, high protein, and easy on the calories.

1 visit
Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

Spicy buffalo chicken rolls up into these bite-sized pinwheels, an American appetizer that packs game-day heat into a neat, easy-to-grab bundle.

2 visits
Ham Steaks
Pork · BrunchSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Ham Steaks

Pan-seared ham steaks bring a salty-sweet, satisfying protein to the table in just minutes, equally at home next to breakfast eggs or served up as a simple lunchtime main.

3 visits
Stuffed Acorn Squash
American · Side DishesSee more from: Two City Vegans

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Roasted acorn squash gets filled with a hearty, dairy-free stuffing in this American-style dish, substantial enough to serve as a main or a standout side.

1 visit
Shepherds Pie
Lamb · BritishSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Shepherds Pie

Classic British shepherds pie bakes up in the oven with tender lamb, a comforting main dish that stays under 500 calories.

1 visit
Vegetable Beef Soup
Beef · LunchSee more from: My Reliable Recipes

Vegetable Beef Soup

A hearty bowl of vegetable beef soup is exactly the kind of dairy-free, budget-stretching dinner that warms you up without weighing you down, under 500 calories a bowl.

2 visits
Lemon Pepper Wings
Chicken · AmericanSee more from: Pocket Friendly Recipes

Lemon Pepper Wings

Crispy chicken wings get tossed in bold lemon pepper seasoning for a zesty, low-carb, high-protein main that's just as good for game day as it is for dinner.

Vegan Poke Bowl
Lunch · Main DishSee more from: Two City Vegans

Vegan Poke Bowl

Packed with plant-based protein and vibrant color, this poke bowl brings all the fresh, savory flavor of the classic dish without any fish.

2 visits
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Beef · Meal PrepSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

Set it and forget it with this slow cooker beef stroganoff, a high-protein main dish that stays under 500 calories a serving.

1 visit
Korean Fried Chicken
Chicken · AsianSee more from: Hungry Cooks Kitchen

Korean Fried Chicken

Sizzling in the skillet, this Korean fried chicken delivers bold, crave-worthy flavor with a high-protein, under-500-calorie payoff for lunch or dinner.

2 visits
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