Whether you want to lose weight by the help of a balanced diet or you want to stay trim and to maintain that slim body that you have been working out, we suggest to you these tasty and healthy recipes.

They are all under 400 calories, but still consistent.

Also, if you feel that it is not enough for your meal, we also suggested you what to add in order to get all the energy that you need. Enjoy!


1. Chicken and Rice Stir-Fry: 380 calories

Why it rules: Brown rice is richer in fiber and protein than it’s white cousin.

½ cup ready-made brown rice: 100 calories,
½ a chicken breast, sliced: 100 calories,
4 shitake mushrooms, sliced: 40 calories,
½ red pepper, sliced: 10 calories,
½ green pepper, sliced: 10 calories,
¼ small red onion, sliced: 10 calories,
1 tablespoon olive oil: 110 calories


Side Snack: ¼ cup boiled Edamame with 1 teaspoon soy sauce (100 calories) 


2. Mediterranean Platter: 370 calories

Why it rules: Babaganoush (roasted eggplant) is a great alternative to full-fat dips. 

1 whole-wheat pita, sliced: 80 calories,
¼ cup hummus: 150 calories,
¼ cup babaganoush: 100 calories,
5 black olives: 40 calories




Side Snack: ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt with a dash of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon honey (120 calories) 


3. Veggie Patty with Over-Easy Egg: 390 calories

Why it rules: Filled with protein and healthy fats, this combo will satisfy even the heartiest of appetites.

1 veggie burger patty: 100 calories,
1 slice cheddar cheese: 70 calories,
1 large egg,
over-easy cooked with olive-oil spray: 80 calories,
¼ avocado, sliced: 60 calories


Side Snack: 1 medium-sized apple (80 calories)


4. Healthy Stir-Fried Rice: 365 calories

Why it rules: DIY fried-rice with olive oil is way healthier than any Chinese take-out.

½ cup ready-made brown rice: 100 calories,
1 egg, scrambled with 1 teaspoon olive oil: 115 calories,
4 bella mushrooms, sliced: 40 calories,
1 cup broccoli, chopped: 30 calories,
½ carrot, chopped: 30 calories,
¼ small red onion, sliced: 10 calories,
1 teaspoon sesame oil: 40 calories


Side Snack: Tropical fruit salad with 1 kiwi and ½ a large orange (90 calories)


5. Rice n’ Refried Beans: 400 calories

Why it rules: Pinto beans are a great source of fiber and iron.

½ cup ready-made brown rice: 100 calories,
½ cup canned pinto beans, mashed: 130 calories,
¼ avocado, sliced: 60 calories,
¼ small red onion, sliced: 10 calories,
1 plum tomato, diced: 10 calories


Side Snack: 10 baked tortilla chips (90 calories)

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