If you've got 20 to 30 minutes this week, you've got time to make a fast, filling, and low-calorie dinner that'll comfort you in the cold. Try one of these healthy Winter meals tonight and kick your takeout habit to the curb.
There's nothing like a creamy bowl of penna alla vodka to cure Winter blues, but the high fat and calorie content aren't exactly mood boosters. This lower fat penne "notka" recipe uses just a little cream and evaporated milk for all the taste without undoing your workout.
Calories per serving: 324
A quick, comforting soup will warm up even the dreariest days. This healthier cheddar cauliflower soup cooks up in 20 minutes and cuts out the fat of the original recipe.
Calories per serving: 247
Once you have all the ingredients for this gluten-free pizza crust, you'll be able to whip up a healthy personal pizza in no time. The cornmeal, chickpea flour, and flaxseed crust bakes in just six minutes and makes a perfect weeknight meal after a busy day.
Calories per serving: 179
Mix up your normal stir-fry routine with this Mexican ground chicken version. Throw some chopped, boiled sweet potatoes into the mix for a seasonal spin on a hearty dish. You can serve this stir atop your favorite grain, salad, and more for a complete dinner.
Calories per serving: about 380
This butternut squash, mint, and dried cranberry quinoa is the perfect mix of sweet and flavorful. It also is an ideal dinner for when you want to pack up the leftovers for a healthy lunch the next day.
Calorie per serving: 221