Low-Calorie Recipes

The low-calorie recipes on this site are categorized as “level 1” in the recipe notes. These meals are designed to support fat loss for most individuals who eat three meals a day, possibly with one or two snacks. If you prefer fewer meals throughout the day, you may need to adjust portions or include some higher-calorie options elsewhere.

Here’s the general breakdown:

• Meals in this category contain 500 calories or fewer per serving.

• Snacks contain 100 calories or fewer per serving.

Each recipe in this section is crafted to be both satisfying and lower in calories, often featuring a balance of protein, fiber, and fluid—all of which help promote fullness. Most of these recipes avoid flour and dried fruit, though there are a few exceptions.

During weight loss, women should not go below an average of 1200-1500 calories per day without consulting with their medical provider. Men should not let their daily average intake dip below 1500-1800 calories without approval from their physician or dietitian.

Some individuals have higher calorie needs, even during weight loss. That’s why many of the low-calorie recipes here include tips for increasing the energy density—so you can easily adapt them to meet your personal needs.

To help you get started, here are a few of my family’s favorite low-calorie meals from the site:

• Fat Flush Soup Recipe
• Keto Cincinnati Chili
• Air Fryer Stuffed Mini Peppers

And here are the most recent recipes in this category: