Quick and easy vegetarian fruits with 500 or fewer calories recipes

Easy Fruit Cobbler

This is a super simple dessert that's great for a large or small gathering. I generally use nectarines or peaches and some sort of berries, but…

Quick & Easy Fruit Compote with Vanilla Sauce (and a no-added sugar or low-sugar variation)

A fruit compote on the table in 15 minutes? Here's a dessert kids (and…

Banana Nut Muffins

Delicious for breakfast or as an afternoon snack!

Plum tomatoes roasted with fresh basil

When plum tomatoes are on sale this summer, grab a bagful and make this simple and delicious side dish. It…

In-a-Pinch Cranberry Sauce made from Dried Cranberries

I serve turkey year round but forget to keep canned cranberry sauce on hand; even when I do it's hard to use up…

Watermelon Smoothie

Inspired from the National Watermelon Promotion Board!

Banana Bread with Dark Chocolate

This banana bread is moist and delicious!

Arugula with Packham Pears and Borage Blossoms

Nutty arugula and sweet pears make this salad an excellent after-dinner course. Prepare the salad before…

Banana Nut Appetizer

These quartered slices of fresh bananas with mayo and pecans make a delicious appetizer course for your holiday meal or dinner party.

Avocado Pasta

Delicious, creamy (with no milk or cream!), and healthy. Makes a great side dish, or top with grilled chicken for a complete meal. Pairs well with…

Frosted Grapes

These are a beautiful garnish around a cake, cheese plate or just as a yummy snack.

Eat Your Greens Fruit Smoothie

Chocolate Smoothie