North american recipes with 100 or fewer calories

Fresh Cilantro Pesto

Since most of my recipes use only a few sprigs of cilantro, I decided to make a pesto using the rest of the bunch. You can use this sauce on fish,…

Butternut Squash Soup

This is an elegant looking and hearty tasting soup. A great combination. Make sure to cook a little extra, as many are going to want an extra…

Mussels Vinaigrette

Steamed mussels are dressed with a flavorful vinaigrette in this colorful tapa. It is an ideal treat for a party or any event with lots of people…

Handmade Guacamole

It wouldn't be "Taco Night" without homemade guacamole. I use copious amounts of cilantro in my recipe. I hope you like it as much as we do!

Ketchup Recipe

Regular ketchup is chock full of sugar, salt, preservatives and all sorts of things you probably don't want to think much about. Low Sugar and Low…

PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL with a KICK

Plum Pineapple Jam

I devised this recipe when I wanted a variation of plum jam and thought why not use canned crushed pineapple? The result was beautiful jewel-tone…

Ranch Jalapeno Dip Recipe

zippy ranch-style dip. The recipe, from a local Mexican restaurant, stirs up a creamy blend that tastes great with crunchy tortilla chips or raw

cheesy quinoa bites

Apple Bran Muffins

We are muffin addicts at our house! There is nothing better to me than a warm muffin and a latte! I omitted the oil in the recipe, substituted…

Super Good for You Cabbage Soup

This is a soup I make to jump start my healthy eating regimen. I find it especially good after I have over indulged and just want to get refocused!

Summer Time

Great sanck or pallet cleanser. Common fare in Oaxaca.

Jackfruit Macaroons

Goat Cheese Cherry Tomatoes

The title says it all! This is a perfect addition to any summer party~ lil' cherry tomoatoes stuffed with herby goat cheese mix!

Sweet Fresh Cranberry Salsa

Sweet easy, fresh salsa. Great for holiday parties! From the cook book "Bliss" by Joy Adair Bouck.