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These Main Dish Recipes Are All 400 Calories or Less — and So Satisfying

From creamy mac 'n' cheese to cauliflower pizza, no comfort food is off limits
By People Staff
Updated December 19, 2019 06:39 AM
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PIZZA-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS

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Joy Bauer tops her "nutrient-packed" peppers with mozzarella, Parmesan, sliced tomatoes and onion but you can customize them anyway you like. Try a Greek-inspired version with feta cheese, red onion, and olives. Get the recipe HERE.

  • 408 calories per serving

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THREE-PEPPER CHICKEN BASIL BOWL

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Laila Ali suggests making her filling one-skillet dinner—which already packs in red, yellow and orange peppers, tomatoes, onion and garlic—"even more veggie-full by adding a heaping cup of baby spinach during the last few minutes of cooking, and stir until wilted." Get the recipe HERE.

  • 274 calories per serving

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FARFALLE WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH

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The butternut squash will leave you feeling full longer, while the comforting carbs are just enough to still keep you under your calorie count for the day. Win-win. Get the recipe HERE.

  • 317 calories per serving

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CHICKEN EDAMAME SALAD WITH SWEET CHILI VINAIGRETTE 

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This salad might look intense, when in reality, it calls for a serious shortcut. Combine shredded store-bought rotisserie chicken breast with a variety of colorful veggies and a simple vinaigrette to make lunch time in no time. Get the recipe HERE.

  • 268 calories per serving

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FALAFEL PITA POCKETS

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By searing and not frying, Dr. Mehmet Oz gives the Middle Eastern sandwich a healthy makeover. Two of the falafel patties add up to about 32 percent of the recommended daily fiber. Get the recipe HERE.

  • 406 calories per serving

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CAULIFLOWER CRUST PIZZA

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Not only is Lisa Lillien's "crispy, gluten-free" meal super filling — but you can customize it with a variety of toppings to mix things up every night of the week. Try adding shredded chicken tossed in hot sauce and a sprinkle of bleu cheese to get your Buffalo wing fix without any of the guilt.

Get the recipe HERE.

  • 269 calories per serving

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CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

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"To heighten the flavor without adding calories, sprinkle a dash of cumin, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes or any other preferred seasoning on top," says Joy Bauer of her slow-cooker creation.

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  • 315 calories per serving

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PORK TENDERLOIN WITH RED & YELLOW PEPPERS

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If you thought pork was off limits while on a diet, think again. And the best part? This veggie-packed dish requires the use of only one skillet for a quick cleanup.

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  • 215 calories per serving

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QUINOA WITH APPLES & CASHEWS 

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“This recipe is a great source of protein and is easy to prepare,” says chef Graham Elliot, who's lost over 150 pounds.

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  • 328 calories per serving

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LEMON CHICKEN & ORZO SALAD

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The Cooking Light Diet's salad keeps well in the fridge, so make it a day ahead. Fighting off temptations is easier when you have a delicious meal ready to go.

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  • 275 calories per serving

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GRILLED ROSEMARY SHRIMP & RED BELL PEPPER SKEWERS

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Backyard barbecues don't have to mean just eating calorie-filled hot dogs and hamburgers. Try this seasonal specialty from the Rancho La Puerta Spa in Mexico for a light bite at your next cookout.

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  • 165 calories per serving

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TURKEY FRIED 'RICE'

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"By replacing rice with cauliflower, you lose all the bad carbs. Plus, the flavors sing strong," says Rocco DiSpirito of his healthy spin on a takeout classic. Get the recipe HERE.

  • 180 calories per serving

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ROASTED TOMATO QUICHE

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This crustless quiche is filled with tasty feel-good ingredients like eggs, a great source of protein, and tomatoes, which are packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, iron and potassium.

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  • 192 calories per serving

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SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE & TANGERINES

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For when you don't have a lot of time and you wouldn't dare put on the oven, Hugh Acheson's 15-minute meal is your go-to.

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  • 317 calories per serving

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GINGER SHRIMP

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Laura Prepon's "amazing" entree is bursting with flavor thanks to her organic homemade chicken broth. To complete the meal, add a cup of brown rice.

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  • 88 calories per serving

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SMOKY MAC 'N' CHEESE

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Oh yeah, you can still have all the goodness of your favorite carb while still watching your waistline. Did we mention it's vegan?

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  • 324 calories per serving

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EGGPLANT PARMESAN

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The secret to Melissa d'Arabian's slimming take on the Italian comfort food is to skip the breading. “With the comfort of the tomato sauce, you’ll hardly miss it,” she says.

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  • 160 calories per serving

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1 of 17 PIZZA-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS
2 of 17 THREE-PEPPER CHICKEN BASIL BOWL
3 of 17 FARFALLE WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH
4 of 17 CHICKEN EDAMAME SALAD WITH SWEET CHILI VINAIGRETTE 
5 of 17 FALAFEL PITA POCKETS
6 of 17 CAULIFLOWER CRUST PIZZA
7 of 17 CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
8 of 17 PORK TENDERLOIN WITH RED & YELLOW PEPPERS
9 of 17 QUINOA WITH APPLES & CASHEWS 
10 of 17 LEMON CHICKEN & ORZO SALAD
11 of 17 GRILLED ROSEMARY SHRIMP & RED BELL PEPPER SKEWERS
12 of 17 TURKEY FRIED 'RICE'
13 of 17 ROASTED TOMATO QUICHE
14 of 17 SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE & TANGERINES
15 of 17 GINGER SHRIMP
16 of 17 SMOKY MAC 'N' CHEESE
17 of 17 EGGPLANT PARMESAN

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