Chef’n Grill’n Barbecue Branch Skewer
Maximize your grill time with this clever, tree-inspired tool.
Maximize your grill time with this clever, tree-inspired tool.
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We've got a special gadget up our sleeves that makes chopping onions a breeze.
These Leonardo Design tumblers are a staple redefined. Their bright colors and unique shape are totally unique, no matter what's in your cup.
Those of you who can't bear the thought of a dry multigrain roll sans butter, now have another option.
Straight from the chef at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, this airy yet filling dish gives risotto a new look with creamy avocado and tender crab.
When you combine seven exotic citrus fruits with the snap of mint you wind up with one of the freshest salads around, courtesy of Tosca Reno’s latest publication, The Eat-Clean Diet Vegetarian Cookbook!
Dr. Seuss' dish is all grown up! We've dropped the ham in favor of mushrooms, and ample leafy greens make this breakfast a nutritional powerhouse – with just 150 calories per serving.
This fast dessert combines winter's best grapefruit and pomegranate, so you'll be able to whip it up in minutes by letting the seasonal fruits' fresh flavors shine.
Television host, author and chef Candice Kumai's simple parchment supper uses just six ingredients, three of which – soy sauce, orange zest and ginger – are all about bold flavor with few calories!
These Mediterranean salmon packets are simple to prepare (just 10 minutes of prep!) and flavored with a blend of chunky veggies, plus salty feta and aromatic basil.
With a shorter cooking time, this orange-infused salmon is a great dish to throw in the slow cooker before heading out to run errands. You’ll look forward to coming home to this light and fresh meal.
Fresh, fragrant salmon topped with a luscious avocado salsa with tomato and fennel is the way to your loved one's heart (not their waistline).
Although Scottish cooks use oats in every conceivable culinary scenario, most Americans tend to think of the cereal grain as merely a breakfast food. But the classic morning option is ideal in savory settings like our seafood hash.
With more fiber and less fat than your typical deli bagel with cream cheese and lox, this pocket still delivers savory speedy satisfaction. Protein-rich pouched or canned salmon in lieu of the traditional smoked and cured variety kicks loads of sodium and nitrites out of the picture.
We've given this staple in times of financial hardship a clean, gourmet twist by adding cilantro and grated carrots. Protein-rich egg whites and whole-wheat bread crumbs seal the highly affordable deal.
Pounding your chicken breast thin allows the orange-chipotle glaze to really stand out – a better glaze-to-chicken flavor ratio in every bite!
Stripping the fatty mayonnaise and indulgent cheeses from an old-school tuna melt doesn't mean destroying the taste. In fact, we consider our veggie-packed tuna salad and light Jarlsberg cheese a step up.
Chocolate protein powder and cacao powder give our shake two times the flavor – a rich dose of chocolate with a hint of mint.
Punch up your salmon dinner in just 25 minutes with our aromatic blend of spices. We pair it with a whole-wheat couscous with buttery pine nuts and sweet nectarines to complete this delicious, satisfying meal.
Wow your family and friends with this devilishly good 250-calorie Molten Lava Cake.
Whether you're celebrating at a holiday bash or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this spicy low-fat guacamole is a healthy alternative to the store-bought variety.
Similar to asparagus in texture and flavor, cooked fiddleheads are a tasty addition to soups, stir-frys, quiches and omelettes. This delicate springtime pasta is chock-full of colorful veggies for a fresh, flavorful and filling dish.
There's just a dab of goat cheese in this recipe, adding creaminess and a bright tang to the dish without adding a heap of fat or calories.
Braeburn chef Brian Bistrong's poultry rub mixes four simple ingredients that take mere minutes to prep. Rub it all over your whole chicken (or even simple breasts) - the result is a moist bird brimming with phenomenal flavor.
Some food and drink are good for you in moderation, red wine being one of them. We've got a warm and comforting vegetarian stew and its perfect wine pairing for a cozy winter night.
An insatiable craving for a moist, sweet slice of zucchini bread sent this reader to the kitchen to try her hand at creating her own clean version. The result: a delicious apple zucchini bread loaf.
Whether post-exercise or not, perk up your summer tacos with a dose of hydrating, low-cal watermelon. The juicy fruit pairs perfectly with tender lobster meat!
Sam Zien, host of Discovery Health's Just Cook This! with Sam the Cooking Guy, has a spicy twist to get your old mashed potato recipe out of its rut.
One of the poster-children for antioxidants, sweet blueberries lend a burst of color to classic banana bread, while walnuts give each tender slice a textural kick.
Wakame, a type of seaweed, must first be soaked briefly in cold water before using. Drain it thoroughly before adding it to other ingredients.
Crush mint, lime and basil together, and you've got a refreshing blast of flavor in this Virgin Mojito recipe! While basil may seem unconventional in a beverage, it's actually botanically related to mint, adding a light floral essence.
This recipe is inspired by the traditional Cuban dish ropa vieja (Spanish for "old clothes"). Traditionally served with potatoes and chickpeas, you can also try it with rice, quinoa or corn tortillas. Using sweet onions keeps the flavor subtle.
Los Angeles magazine listed Phamish, purveyor of authentic Vietnamese "street food," as one of the Top 10 Food Truck Finds in LA. We've got a clean version of their iconic vermicelli salad, Bun.
Here, vegetables and tofu step in for the traditional meat and get a soak in a spicy coconut marinade before a quick skewerless grill. (Don't fret - no fire pit required!)
To choose an acorn squash, look for an unblemished fruit that's heavy for its size. If possible, buy one or two more than you'll need for this recipe: The winter squash is truly versatile and can be baked in the oven, sauteed, steamed, mashed of pureed for a seasonal soup.
For a perfectly portable, leak-proof lunch, layer the ingredients in this quick and easy vegetarian salad in a glass jar (with a lid). When you're ready to eat, just shake it up!
The original breaded, fried veal and veggies on a white bun was easily transformed using the Italian Scaloppine style of cooking. Herb- and garlic-rich tomato sauce forms the base for the veal as well as the sauce for the sammie.
Ribollita is a soul-satisfying soup found in the hills of Tuscany, thickened with bread and cooked dried beans. We add loads of fresh spring vegetables and bread bites (be sure to prepare your bread the night before!) to create a thickened minestrone-style soup.
Ground turkey paired with black beans makes these tacos lean and filling. Corn tortillas are a whole-grain food, making them a tasty and wholesome alternative to white-flour tortillas.
Quick-cooking polenta is topped with a saucy mix of tomato, bell peppers and crumbled turkey sausage in this quick protein- and veggie-rich dish.
This savory pot pie, stuffed with hearty veggies and "cream" sauce, gets its tender crust from a sweet pumpkin purée.
Sassier than a sandwich, paninis make for a delicious, clean quick-fix meal. If you don't have a countertop grill, put paninis in a hot skillet and use another heavy skillet to press them down as they toast.
We make the turkey chili that fills the layers of our lasagna from scratch, and this simple, speedy recipe can be used in other dishes too (think: as a pasta topper, bread bowl filler, spooned onto nachos, and the list goes on).
To make a classic salad from the south of France a bit heartier for a weeknight family meal, we've transformed a tuna Niçoise into a stove top couscous casserole.
These charming crostini are equally satisfying as hors d'oeuvres or a simple afternoon snack - either way, they fill your body with immune-enhancing omega-3 fatty acids.
Our trout with gooseberry relish is a gorgeous combination of tartly sweet fruit and flaky fresh trout, baked in foil to save on time - and cleanup!
Forget about a boring tuna sandwich for lunch - with just 10 minutes of work, this light and colorful tuna salad will fill you up without weighing you down.
Ham, mushrooms, Dijon mustard and Swiss cheese give our newfangled mac & cheese exceptional flavor - and an exceptionally low calorie count (just 299)!
Tosca Reno's yogurt cheese recipe, plus how to use it in low-fat creamy dips and decadent dessert toppings - all totally clean.
Tea doesn't have to stay in your cup - Tosca Reno's biscotti use antioxidant-rich green tea as their star ingredient!
We've topped cumin-rubbed corn tortillas with mozzarella and scrambled eggs, then piled high a mixture of black beans, avocado, crunchy poblano chiles and a splash of lime for an intensely flavorful and textured start to your day.
While tortilla soup is usually made with cooked chicken, spicy sausage gives it a fiery kick. The garnishes are the key to making this soup healthier: Radishes and cabbage add fiber and vitamins, while the tortilla strips add complex carbohydrates and a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients vary widely when it comes to these trendy, French bistro-style, open-faced sandwiches. Start with our basic recipe for snack time and, later on, try adding lean chicken, turkey, fish or more vegetables for a heartier meal.
With a fraction of the fat found in traditional ricotta, Chef Scot Jones offers a tofu ricotta perfect for use in savory or sweet dishes.
Walnuts aid in various areas of cardiovascular functioning, so adding them to your fruit salad is a great way to give it a healthy boost. It definitely doesn't hurt that they're coated in a sweet and spicy glaze!
Crisp, golden toasted ravioli with rich marinara sauce is now your perfect skinny snack (we save you 14 grams of fat!).
Replace the bacon in your BLT with lean tuna and you've got a CE-approved snack. We've also swapped out the bread for Boston lettuce for a sushi-inspired mini-meal - with each wrap packing a mere 52 calories!
Take a refreshing break with these all-natural thirst quenchers created by chef Adam Goetz's Sample Restaurant of Buffalo, New York's, known for their ever-evolving cocktail list that only uses the best ingredients.
A quick and easy cranberry sauce gives our turkey grilled cheese a Thanksgiving feel — and it definitely takes a fraction of the time than your traditional holiday feast.
Exotic flavor without the need for hard-to-find ingredients or fancy cookware, thanks to one of our readers!
Serve your family a clean and tasty Thai-inspired chicken dish in just 35 minutes (and it's freezable!) Try serving your protein with brown rice, a seasonal veggie or your favorite quinoa dish.
Use this paste instead of buying one from the store for light, simple and uncomplicated curries full of Southeast Asian flavors like lemongrass, Thai Basil, coriander, turmeric and ginger!
Thai cuisine is beloved for its pungent flavors and fiery curries. In this noodle bowl, we've used the sweet creaminess of light coconut milk and the good-for-you monounsaturated fat of natural peanut butter to balance the sharper tastes of garlic, ginger and spicy red pepper.
Pork's mild flavor pairs nicely with a balance of naturally sweet fruit and salty teriyaki sauce. You'll also adore the wonderful crunch of water chestnuts and bok choy in every bite.
Oven-baked chicken thighs are given a gourmet makeover with our sticky-sweet tamari and honey flavoring. Paired with steamed broccoli and drizzled with a velvety, rich Asian-style almond butter sauce, this is a meal that truly tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen!
By making your own homemade BBQ blend, you'll be able to control every last ingredient that goes in (plus, tinker with our recipe to whip together your own signature secret sauce in the process).
Light on the fat and heavy on the fiber, we use sweet potatoes for our cleaned-up French fries. The best part? A creamy, smoky chipotle sauce for dipping!
Turn your usual sweet potato pie into bite-size truffles, a totally rich and decadent treat that lets you flex your festive creativity!
Food Network's Private Chefs of Beverly Hills co-star Manouschka Guerrier shared a killer sweet potato ice cream recipe. Bonus: no ice cream maker needed!
Lentils are a rather unlikely topping for pizza, but you'll definitely fall for the finished result. The legumes lend a meaty texture to the base, supporting ample veggie and cheese toppings, and a serving of this vegetarian dish has an impressive 10 grams of protein!
These sweet potato brownies are a great way to pack more immune-boosting vitamin A into your day.
We got this surprising sandwich recipe from Nadia G., host of Cooking channel's Bitchin' Kitchen. It pairs fig jam, caramelized onions and egg for a satisfying meal that's tangy, sweet and filling.
Make room for spring's bounty by finishing off winter's remaining roots, including red potato, sweet potato and parsnip, topped with protein from a poached egg.
This simple dark-chocolate treat is studded with tart cherries, crunchy almonds and bits of ginger for a touch of heat. Serve as a light dessert or midday clean confection.
The sweetness of strawberries balances out tart rhubarb in this low-cal dessert, resulting in a succulent crisp!
To save time and make this healthy sweet and sour chicken recipe even simpler than it already is, pre-chop your vegetables and let your chicken marinate in the fridge up to eight hours ahead of time. Then, when you and your loved ones are ready to eat, it'll take just 10 minutes to get your Asian-inspired dinner on the table!
Apio, a celery root dish favored by Sephardic Jews for centuries, is best served at room temperature and can be enjoyed as a salad, a side dish or part of a tapas tasting menu.
With a heady brew of sweet, tart, smoky and spicy flavors, this 15-minute dish takes tofu to a whole new level.
Your tart shells need not be full of butter to perfectly contain our sweet and savory filling! Enjoy the elegant and slimming tarts as a quick snack or serve them to guests at your next dinner party.