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Low Calorie Summer Recipes

Published: Jun 29, 2017 by Megan

These Low Calorie Summer Recipes are perfect for summer gatherings, BBQ's, parties, or simply enjoying eating good food with family and friends. Better yet, they're all gluten free and HEALTHY! They make sticking to a healthy diet a breeze because they're simple to make, delicious and guaranteed to please the pickiest of eaters! From appetizers to salads, mains to desserts, there's something for everyone in this hand picked round up of low calorie summer recipes!

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These Low Calorie Summer Recipes are perfect for summer gatherings, BBQ's, parties, or simply enjoying eating good food with family and friends! 

Appetizers

Healthy Taco Dip

Healthy Taco Dip made with tangy, protein packed Greek Yogurt & homemade taco seasoning! Your guests will have no idea this flavorful party dip is healthy! Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Harissa Potato Salad via Strength & Sunshine

Paleo Sun Dried Tomato Red Pepper No Bean Hummus

Mediterranean Sweet Potato Hummus Bites via Fannetastic Food

Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus

Baked Tortilla Chips via The Lemon Bowl

Baked Zucchini Parmesan Fries

Baked Zucchini Parmesan Fries

Paleo Zucchini Hummus

Spicy Black Bean Hummus without Tahini

Herby Edamame Hummus

Cheesy Garlic Parmasean Hummus

Garlic Parmasean Hummus

Salads

BBQ Chicken Taco Bowls

These BBQ Chicken Taco Bowls are the perfect combination of Mexican & summer BBQ flavors. A protein-packed, Gluten-Free, EASY meal prep recipe for a make ahead lunch or dinner. Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Greek Shrimp Salad

Greek Shrimp Salad

Dill Pesto Potato Wedge Salad via Cotter Crunch

Shrimp Strawberry Poppyseed Salad

A satisfying Shrimp Strawberry Poppyseed Salad packed with delicious, simple ingredients & a light strawberry poppyseed vinaigrette. Easy to make fresh at home. Just toss and go! Great as a vegetarian main or side salad. Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Tomato Chicken Gorgonzola Salad

Tomato Chicken Gorgonzola Salad

Greek Healthy Broccoli Salad via Food Faith Fitness

Pasta Salad with Homemade Dressing from Joy Food Sunshine

Balsamic Apple Walnut Salad

Apple Walnut Salad

Almond Persimmon Kale Salad via A Kitchen Fable

Rainbow Detox Salad with Orange Dressing

A Rainbow Detox Salad packed with fresh, healthy ingredients and a light orange dressing. Crisp cabbage, radishes, cucumber, and more! Easy to make fresh at home all in one bowl. Just toss and go! Great as a healthy vegetarian main or a side salad for any dish! Paleo + Vegan + Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Mains

Crockpot BBQ Chicken

This Healthy Crockpot BBQ Chicken recipe is perfect for meal prep for make ahead lunch and dinner. Protein packed & made low in sugar with only 3 ingredients. A healthy meal & the crockpot does all the work! Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Chicken Guacamole Burgers

Chicken Guacamole Burgers

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork via The Seasoned Mom

Greek Yogurt Paprika Chicken

Slow Cooker BBQ Wings via Hungry Hobby

Zucchini Salsa Turkey Burgers with Salsa Greek Yogurt

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Sweet Potato Salmon Sliders via Casey The College Celiac

Jalapeño Lime Chicken

Jalapeno Lime Chicken

Hawaiian Tuna Burgers via Healthy Helper

Spiralized Turkey Burgers with Zucchini & Carrots

Spiralized Turkey Burgers with Zucchini & Carrots! These burgers make a bold statement with curly strands of veggies. With 4 ingredients & 10 minutes to make, this veggie packed recipe is one anyone can make. Paleo + Gluten Free + Low CalorieSpiralized Turkey Burgers with Zucchini & Carrots! These burgers make a bold statement with curly strands of veggies. With 4 ingredients & 10 minutes to make, this veggie packed recipe is one anyone can make. Paleo + Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Dessert

Skinny Strawberry Shortcake

Skinny Strawberry Shortcake made nutritionally balanced with protein & oats in biscuit form for a portioned controlled dessert or snack. Perfect for those watching their weight or trying to lose weight. Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Raw Strawberry Cake

Raw Strawberry Cake

Berry Quinoa Crumble - Coming 7/3!

Low Calorie Greek Strawberry Cheesecake

Greek Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Greek Yogurt Grape Popsicles

Greek Yogurt Grape Popsicles with hemp seeds

Vegan Strawberries & Cream Cheesecake Bars via So Much Yum

3-Ingredient Vegan Cherry Coconut Ice Cream

Chocolate Cherry Coconut Ice Cream

Vegan Raspberry Quinoa Brownies

Raspberry Chocolate Quinoa Bars

Healthy Raspberry Lemon Cake

Bursting with lemon and with swirls of fresh raspberries, this elegant and Healthy Raspberry Lemon Cake is healthier cake to enjoy!

Raspberry Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Raspberry Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies! An easy recipe for soft baked oatmeal cookies made with wholesome ingredients. Healthy enough for breakfast & sweet enough for a snack! Gluten Free + Low Calorie

Chocolate Avocado Cookies

These Chocolate Avocado Cookies are rich, fudgy & melt in your mouth! Avocados are substituted for oil making the cookies a healthier, vitamin packed treat. You'll never know they're made with avocados! Gluten Free + Low Calorie {with a Paleo option}

 

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Megan is a certified nutrition practitioner, author, freelance food photographer and fitness instructor living in Phoenix, Arizona. On her blog, Skinny Fitalicious she shares EASY, gluten free recipes for weight loss. Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates.

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  1. Emily @ Pizza & Pull-ups says

    June 29, 2017 at 7:26 am

    Yum, I now want to have a BBQ as an excuse to make all the things.

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    • Megan says

      June 30, 2017 at 9:10 am

      Me too except it's way too hot lol!

      Reply
  2. Susie @ Suzlyfe says

    June 29, 2017 at 4:52 am

    Excuse me while I eat ALL OF THEM

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    • lindsay Cotter says

      June 29, 2017 at 6:40 am

      me first! although if we party at Megan's place, lets use indoor grill. haha too hot outside!

      Reply
      • Megan says

        June 30, 2017 at 9:10 am

        True that! Better yet, let's come visit you. Celebrate that new cookbook.

        Reply
    • Megan says

      June 30, 2017 at 9:13 am

      You totally would!

      Reply

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