43 Low-Fat Recipes to Help You Lose Weight the Old-Fashioned Way

Averie Cooks

The keto diet may be all the rage right now, but there are inevitably some people out there who are skeptical that eating more fat will help you become more skinny. If you're one of those people who prefers to lose weight the old-fashioned way — with low-fat meals — we have plenty of recipes for you. Inside, you'll find mouthwatering meals packed with colorful veggies and lean proteins.

From bright, zingy zoodles to flavorful oven-fried chicken, click through for 43 low-fat recipes that will give more traditional dieters peace of mind.

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Spaghetti With Spinach in a White Wine Garlic Sauce

Best Easy Baked Beans

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Kale, Almond, and Shredded Veggie Salad

Chicken Piccata

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Crispy Garlic Chicken Thighs

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Indian-Spiced Chard With Tofu

Roasted Radish and Lemony Olive Pasta

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Lemony Toasted Quinoa and Cabbage Salad

Greek Chicken Gyro Pita Pizzas

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Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai

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Spiralized Vegetable Tahini Bowl With Tofu, Edamame, and Avocado

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Veggie Burger

Bruschetta Grilled Chicken Zoodle Bowls

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Roasted Fish With Quinoa Salad

Mixed Berry Grilled Chicken Salad

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Oven-Fried Chicken

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Crock-Pot Turkey Chili

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Gluten-Free Baja Fish Tacos With Avocado Crema and Chipotle Slaw

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Asian Cauliflower Fried Rice

Chicken Adobo Recipe

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Tortilla-Less Soup

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Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

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Sweet Potato, Chickpea, and Quinoa Veggie Burger

Chili Lime Shrimp Fajita Bowls

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Protein-Packed Tuna Salad Pitas

Skinny Artichoke Jalapeño Dip

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Asian Chicken Edamame Salad

Pulled Pork Sliders With Sweet Mustard Marinade

Taco Zucchini Boats

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Eggplant Pizzas

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Three Bean Mexican Corn and Black Bean Salad

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Lentil Salad With Mustard and Tomatoes

Turkey Meatballs

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Raw Walnut Tacos

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Vegan Tacos With Grilled Veggies and Chimichurri

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Gingered Shrimp, Green Bean, and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Caprese Grilled Chicken Sandwich

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Red, White, Bean, and Basil Frittata

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken

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Raw Gorilla Wraps

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Sesame Ginger Quinoa Salad

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Grilled Chicken Salad With Herb Sherry Vinaigrette

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Sausage, Apple, and Butternut Squash Stuffing

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