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Low-Calorie Side Dish Ideas Under 500 Calories

Lighter side dish that still satisfies: recipes like Fiery Thai-Style Green Beans (Low-Carb, High-Spice) and Cheesy Potato and Onion Gratin land under 500 calories without leaving you hungry.

24 recipes in this collection

Fiery Thai-Style Green Beans (Low-Carb, High-Spice)

Fiery Thai-Style Green Beans (Low-Carb, High-Spice)

18 min127 cal
Restaurant-Style Avocado Toast with Sunny-Side Eggs

Restaurant-Style Avocado Toast with Sunny-Side Eggs

20 min375 cal
Alternative Quinoa & Black Bean Salad (Light Repeat for Database)

Alternative Quinoa & Black Bean Salad (Light Repeat for Database)

25 min201 cal
Turkey & Avocado Whole-Grain Wrap with Side Salad

Turkey & Avocado Whole-Grain Wrap with Side Salad

15 min480 cal
Spinach & Tomato Italian Frittata

Spinach & Tomato Italian Frittata

20 min275 cal
Gluten-Free Eggplant Parmesan with Side Salad

Gluten-Free Eggplant Parmesan with Side Salad

45 min300 cal
Turkey Bacon BLT Lettuce Wrap with Side Salad

Turkey Bacon BLT Lettuce Wrap with Side Salad

20 min150 cal
Scrambled Eggs with Tomato, Basil and a Side of Mixed Fruit

Scrambled Eggs with Tomato, Basil and a Side of Mixed Fruit

15 min240 cal
Turkey & Veggie Panini with Pesto and Side Salad

Turkey & Veggie Panini with Pesto and Side Salad

25 min480 cal
Turkey & Veggie Panini with Pesto and Side Salad

Turkey & Veggie Panini with Pesto and Side Salad

30 min480 cal
Garlic Butter Pepper Stir-Fry

Garlic Butter Pepper Stir-Fry

20 min150 cal
Garlic Butter Rice

Garlic Butter Rice

25 min260 cal
Cheesy Potato and Onion Gratin

Cheesy Potato and Onion Gratin

60 min350 cal
Lemon Herb Rice

Lemon Herb Rice

25 min190 cal
Vegetable Lasagna with Mixed Greens Side

Vegetable Lasagna with Mixed Greens Side

45 min400 cal
Grilled Veg & Goat Cheese Panini with Side Salad

Grilled Veg & Goat Cheese Panini with Side Salad

15 min380 cal
Eggplant Parmesan with Side Salad

Eggplant Parmesan with Side Salad

45 min375 cal
Hearty Lentil Soup with Side Green Salad

Hearty Lentil Soup with Side Green Salad

35 min250 cal
Hearty Lentil Soup with Side Salad

Hearty Lentil Soup with Side Salad

20 min320 cal
Turkey & Avocado Whole-wheat Wrap with Side Salad

Turkey & Avocado Whole-wheat Wrap with Side Salad

15 min350 cal
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap with Apple Side

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap with Apple Side

15 min450 cal
Turkey & Avocado Whole-Grain Sandwich with Side Salad

Turkey & Avocado Whole-Grain Sandwich with Side Salad

15 min460 cal
Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa, Black Beans, & Cheese

Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa, Black Beans, & Cheese

45 min450 cal
Turkey & Avocado Whole-Grain Wrap with Side Salad

Turkey & Avocado Whole-Grain Wrap with Side Salad

20 min400 cal

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