Barbecue kebabs for dessert? Why not! Substitute low fat sour cream if you prefer.
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Grilled Pineapple Kebabs with Dulce de Leche Cream
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Honeyed Ricotta with Berries
Tired of the same old breakfast cereal? This low-fat breakfast dish is high in protein and provides all the goodness of berries.
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Lightened Up Creamy Coleslaw
We’ve made a low fat creamy coleslaw by substituting plain yogurt for the usual full fat mayonnaise. Prepackaged coleslaw mix is a great time-saver; look for it in the produce section.
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Citrus and Beet Salad
A colourful, low fat salad you can make year-round. Although our dressing was developed to go with spinach, this recipe works equally well with baby arugula.
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Easy Weeknight Broccoli Pasta
Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse- it offers fibre, calcium, vitamins and phytochemicals. One bunch of broccoli is made up of several heads; one head is one individual stem plus its crown. You only need one head for this recipe.
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Hearty Mushroom Barley Pilaf
Barley is high in fibre and low on the glycemic index, making it a great substitute for the usual white rice used in pilaf. Try this side dish with a roast instead of potatoes or rice.
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Whipped Berry Yogurt Snow
This is a nice light dessert even the kids will enjoy. Plan to make it the day before serving, as it takes a while to set in the refrigerator. Yogurt is rich in potassium, an important factor in controlling blood pressure.
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Whole Wheat Scones
This low fat treat doesn’t sacrifice flavour for reduced fat. Share with others within a day or so of eating, or freeze, as the lower fat level affects keeping quality.
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Sweet Corn and Crab Soup
To get filmy and light strands of egg, the soup should be simmering. If the soup’s at a hard boil, the egg gets scrambled and rubbery.
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Bruschetta Halibut with Easy Green Onion Couscous
A delicious and colourful way to get more healthful omega-3 fat in your family’s diet.




