Innholdsfortegnelse for #84 500-Calorie Dinners 2025 i taste.com.au Cookbooks

There are plenty of benefits to keeping your dinnertime calorie intake to 500 or under. Yes, it’s good for weight loss, but it goes beyond that. Limiting the cals can help stop overeating before bed, which can contribute to better digestion and sleep. It’s also a chance to make every calorie count by packing more wholesome ingredients into your day. You’ll be amazed how substantial 500 cals can be – no-one will leave the table hungry. We’ve put together a delicious collection of ingenious, healthier recipes that use clever combos of fresh ingredients to make 500 cals super satisfying. And plenty from this line-up are totally doable for your busy nights too. Check out the favourites chapter (page 9) for better-for-you twists on the classics. Turn to page 33 for…

“Family loved it. The slaw was a perfect accompaniment.” BGRIFFITHS Jacket sweet potatoes with jalapeño slaw SERVES 4 | PREP 20 MINS | COOKING 1 HOUR 5 MINS Ingredients 4 small (about 200g each) sweet potatoes, unpeeled 400g can black beans, rinsed, drained 150g chopped skinless cooked chicken 1 vine ripened tomato, deseeded, diced 3 green shallots, thinly sliced 1 long fresh green chilli, deseeded, finely chopped 250g (1 cup) cottage cheese 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves, plus extra leaves, to serve 180g (2 cups) shredded red cabbage 2 tbsp drained, chopped pickled jalapeño chillies 2 tsp fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges, to serve 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra, to drizzle Method 1. Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan forced. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.  2. Prick the sweet potatoes all over with a fork…

“I've made this several times. The family love this meat-free meal.” KARAPINCHA Vegetarian pad thai SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINS (+ 10 MINS SOAKING) | COOKING 15 MINS Ingredients ½ x 375g pkt dried medium rice stick noodles 60ml (¼ cup) fresh lime juice 2 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce 2 tsp soy sauce 2 tbsp grated palm sugar 1 large carrot, peeled 1½ tbsp peanut oil 600g firm tofu, cut into 2cm cubes 1 egg, lightly whisked 1 brown onion, halved, cut into thin wedges 2 garlic cloves, crushed 200g green beans, cut into 4cm lengths 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed, halved crossways and lengthways 35g (½ cup) bean sprouts, trimmed 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted 1 long fresh red chilli, sliced Lime wedges, to serve Method 1. Place the noodles in a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Set aside for 8-10 minutes or until…

Roast cauliflower & turmeric buckwheat tray bake SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINS | COOKING 25 MINS Ingredients 600g cauliflower, cut into florets 2 zucchini, coarsely chopped 6 medjool dates, pitted, quartered 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger 2 tsp finely grated fresh turmeric (see tip) 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tsp ground cumin 205g (1 cup) raw buckwheat ¼ cup fresh mint sprigs 130g (½ cup) natural yoghurt Lemon wedges, to serve Method 1. Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan forced. Line a baking dish with non-stick baking paper.  2. Spread the cauliflower, zucchini and dates over prepared dish. Drizzle over the oil. Add the ginger, turmeric, garlic and cumin. Season. Toss well to coat. Roast for 25 minutes or until golden and tender. 3. Meanwhile, cook the buckwheat in a saucepan of boiling water following…

“I thought this was really good! I did use normal pasta as I had some fresh that needed using up.” McNABBACUS Gluten-free lentil pasta with turkey & tomatoes SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINS | COOKING 15 MINS Ingredients 250g dried red lentil penne pasta 200g green beans, sliced diagonally 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1 small red onion, finely chopped 2 tsp crushed garlic 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 300g extra lean turkey breast mince 400g can cherry tomatoes 2 tsp red wine vinegar 120g baby spinach 60g (¼ cup) fresh ricotta Method 1. Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions, adding the green beans in the last 2 minutes of cooking. 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large deep non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add onion. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes…

Flourless choc-nut biscuits MAKES 30 | PREP 20 MINS (+ COOLING) | COOKING 15 MINS Ingredients 110g (¾ cup) roasted unsalted cashews 110g (¾ cup) macadamias 30g (¼ cup) sesame seeds 225g (1½ cups) fresh medjool dates, pitted 1½ tbsp raw cacao or cocoa powder Method 1. Preheat oven to 170°C/150°C fan forced. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper.  2. Place all the ingredients in a food processor and process for 1 minute or until the nuts are finely chopped and mixture is well combined and smooth. 3. Roll 2 teaspoonfuls of mixture into a ball. Place on a prepared tray. Repeat with remaining mixture to make about 30 in total. Use a fork to flatten slightly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly coloured (will still be soft). Set aside on trays for…