15 Delicious and Filling Recipes That Are Under 400 Calories

Published Feb 14, 2018

It’s no secret that cooking at home is an easy way to eat healthier. If you’re convinced that low-cal means carrot sticks and salad, look to PureWow Coterie member Monique Volz for inspiration: She’s the queen of feel-good food that tastes full-fat. Here, 15 deliciously easy recipes from her website, Ambitious Kitchen. Oh, and did we mention they’re all under 400 calories? Bon appétit.

For more tips, tricks and recipes from Monique Volz, check out her website, Ambitious Kitchen, and her exclusive interview on The Coterie.

vegan butternut squash black bean enchilladas recipe

Ambitious Kitchen

Vegan Butternut Squash Black Bean Enchiladas With JalapeÑo Cashew Crema (396 Calories Per Serving)

The sauce tastes downright cheesy—with no dairy in sight.

15 Delicious and Filling Recipes That Are Under 400 Calories

Vegan Butternut Squash Black Bean Enchiladas With JalapeÑo Cashew Crema (396 Calories Per Serving)

Slow-cooker Chicken Tikka Masala (278 Calories Per Serving)

Polenta, Refried Beans & Egg Skillet Bake (249 Calories Per Serving)

Chicken Burgers With Spinach Basil Pesto & Mozzarella (272 Calories Per Serving)

Slow-cooker Black Bean Quinoa Pumpkin Chicken Chili (320 Calories Per Serving)

Lightened-up Chicken Potpie (362 Calories Per Serving)

Salsa Verde Lentil Tacos With Mango-pomegranate Pico (389 Calories Per Serving)

Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta With Peas (336 Calories Per Serving)

Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon (282 Calories Per Serving)

Baked Peruvian Chicken Drumsticks With Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce (336 Calories Per Serving)

Crunchy Rainbow Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps (312 Calories)

Broccoli And White Cheddar Quinoa Mac And Cheese (313 Calories Per Serving)

The Best Healthy Turkey Lasagna You’ll Ever Eat (368 Calories Per Serving)

Vegan White Bean & Roasted Butternut Squash Soup (253 Calories Per Serving)

Sesame-orange Ginger Chickpea Stir-fry (248 Calories Per Serving)

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