Recipezaar: Californian,Low Fat recipes

Classic Smoothie

Sun, 27 Jan 2002 19:55:39 -0500

The classic smoothie is healthy, tasty, and perfect for any day. With the combination of orange juice, strawberries, and bananas it can't go wrong! -- posted by Sarah Vita

Angel-Hair Pasta with Herbed Chicken

Tue, 29 Jan 2002 08:45:48 -0500

If you don't have chicken substitute 12 oz. of tuna. Tastes great. Found this in the Cook it Light recipe book -- posted by Tish

California Scampi

Thu, 28 Feb 2002 18:11:57 -0500

Very tasty, easy meal. -- posted by Dancer^

Citrus Striped Angel Cake

Sun, 03 Mar 2002 09:47:22 -0500

You can make this a more fattening version if you like and you can also use any flavor of gelatin. -- posted by Gingerbear

Creamy Fruit Salad

Sun, 03 Mar 2002 14:55:37 -0500

Fruit and pudding salad -- posted by Gingerbear

Banana-Orange Frosted

Sat, 09 Mar 2002 11:55:04 -0500

Smooth -- posted by Caryn

Ginger-Rum Marinade

Sun, 10 Mar 2002 08:45:00 -0500

This is a wonderful marinade. I loved it. This is good for up to 1 or 2 lbs of meat but I always make more. I like to have extra just incase. -- posted by Gingerbear

Roasted Tomato and Serrano Chile Salsa

Thu, 14 Mar 2002 15:41:35 -0500

-- posted by Mille®

Fancy Fruit Salad

Thu, 21 Mar 2002 14:09:23 -0500

So pretty to serve--so good to eat! -- posted by MizzNezz

Your search for "Crab au Gratin" returned the following match:

Thu, 28 Mar 2002 09:53:46 -0500

-- posted by Mille®

Vegetable And Pasta Toss

Thu, 28 Mar 2002 16:28:16 -0500

Another delicious low fat recipe. This is a good one for potlucks. -- posted by Gingerbear

Raspberry Rave

Sun, 31 Mar 2002 16:15:21 -0500

This is very good! The raspberry flavor is intense. -- posted by MizzNezz

Pineapple Foster

Sun, 31 Mar 2002 16:16:29 -0500

Great takeoff on Bananas Foster, I love this warm with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream. -- posted by MizzNezz

Tempura

Tue, 02 Apr 2002 17:39:44 -0500

This is a great party dish. Everyone can pick their favorite. Fun and delicious. Sometimes I even add fruit pieces. -- posted by MizzNezz

Mango Salsa

Wed, 03 Apr 2002 11:46:51 -0500

Good with steaks, or as a side with a sandwich. -- posted by MizzNezz

Crisp Garlic Potato Skins

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 17:08:30 -0400

Yummy low-fat, low-sodium appetizer. -- posted by Mille®

Heart-Healthy Herby Baked Spuds

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 21:23:18 -0400

From the American Heart Association -- posted by Mille®

Colorful Pasta Toss

Mon, 08 Apr 2002 21:41:41 -0400

This is as good as it is pretty. Easy on the budget. -- posted by MizzNezz

Sweet Grog Barbecue Sauce

Mon, 22 Apr 2002 16:40:38 -0400

This also makes a great dipping sauce for barbecued fruit. -- posted by Mille®

Great Fruit Salad

Tue, 23 Apr 2002 10:40:27 -0400

Delicious cool, mixed fruit salad. So good for those backyard gatherings of friends. Sauce can be made 4-5 days in advance and refrigerated. -- posted by MizzNezz

Veggie Burgers

Thu, 25 Apr 2002 20:07:45 -0400

These burgers are a nice change from the beef. They taste delicious! Put them on toast, buns, or just on a plate. Serve with your favorite garnish. -- posted by MizzNezz

Raspberry Slush

Thu, 25 Apr 2002 20:20:51 -0400

When the days get really hot, this is very refreshing!! Low fat version. -- posted by MizzNezz

Best Ever Summer Cooler

Sun, 28 Apr 2002 18:22:14 -0400

SO good on those hot days of summer. Add a little vodka if you like, then sit back and dream of tropical beaches. -- posted by MizzNezz

Grilled Ham With Glaze

Mon, 29 Apr 2002 20:53:15 -0400

This delicious ham is a nice break from the burgers and chicken we do. The glaze is so good! -- posted by MizzNezz

No Sugar Strawberry Jam

Mon, 29 Apr 2002 20:55:21 -0400

Slather it on! SO good, and SO low in calories!! -- posted by MizzNezz

Sweet Corn For The Freezer

Sat, 04 May 2002 16:08:20 -0400

A friend gave me this recipe, we couldn't believe it! The corn stays crisp, and tasts great! Will keep in a tightly sealed container for 6 months. -- posted by MizzNezz

Bird's Nest Breakfast

Tue, 07 May 2002 10:43:21 -0400

-- posted by Mille®

Dormant Volcanoes

Mon, 13 May 2002 18:48:11 -0400

A delicious savoury breakfast or brunch dish with a "surprise"! -- posted by Mille®

Island Paradise Smoothie

Tue, 21 May 2002 22:23:49 -0400

Smooth and refreshing, it almost has a tropical breeze flowing off of it! :) -- posted by Sue L

Honeydew Lime Frappe

Sat, 25 May 2002 09:11:13 -0400

Very cooling and fresh for warm summertime weather! Serve some to your guests and rake in the compliments! -- posted by Sue L

Lushroom Mushrooms

Wed, 05 Jun 2002 18:50:11 -0400

Pile these on top of juicy hot barbecued steaks. -- posted by Mille®

Lemon Vinegar

Mon, 10 Jun 2002 18:59:51 -0400

Mixed with good olive oil, this makes a fabulous delicate salad dressing or marinade. -- posted by Mille®

Pineapple Orange Smoothie

Mon, 17 Jun 2002 23:04:37 -0400

Absolutely yummy! Try this on a hot afternoon! It will cool you down! :) -- posted by Sue L

White Batter Bread

Wed, 26 Jun 2002 19:51:25 -0400

This simple recipe will give you 2 beautiful, delicious loaves of bread. Try it warm with butter and jam, WOW!! Prep time is the rising. -- posted by MizzNezz

Raspberry Cooler

Sun, 30 Jun 2002 17:46:42 -0400

Refreshing thirst quencher. -- posted by MizzNezz

Yogurt Pops

Mon, 01 Jul 2002 18:51:51 -0400

Eat all you want of these creamy, delicious treats. If the kids don't beat you to them! -- posted by MizzNezz

Fresh Tomato And Cucumber Salad

Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:45:43 -0400

This is a very fresh and crisp salad. -- posted by MizzNezz

Raspberry Sauce

Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:54:58 -0400

This is good over ice-cream, or on pancakes. We find a lot of uses for this! -- posted by MizzNezz

Melon Bowl

Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:57:10 -0400

Everyone raves about this when I take it to a party. It's cool and refreshing. -- posted by Honeydo

plum sorbet

Thu, 11 Jul 2002 19:45:11 -0400

This is a really great summertime dessert to serve at a dinner party. -- posted by Jackie Perez

Wine Cooler

Sat, 27 Jul 2002 00:37:01 -0400

A refreshing quencher. -- posted by Sue L

Cioppino

Mon, 29 Jul 2002 19:51:28 -0400

California seafood stew. -- posted by Sue L

Raspberry Banana Smoothie

Fri, 09 Aug 2002 00:24:48 -0400

Quick and nutritious. -- posted by MizzNezz

Texas Apple Chutney

Mon, 26 Aug 2002 19:19:26 -0400

Here's a spicy, Texas-style version of apple chutney that is great on any grilled chicken, beef, or even fish. Excellent mix of hot and sweet. Prep time includes 1 hour in refrigerator. -- posted by Miss Annie

Blount's Tasty Pizza Sandwiches!

Thu, 29 Aug 2002 16:30:15 -0400

Great for the family on the go, college student's or singles. Very easy and fast to make, but will leave you full! And much cheaper then ordering a pizza! -- posted by Shannon Harris

Easy Sherry Mushrooms

Mon, 02 Sep 2002 19:27:09 -0400

I love this recipe because it is so simple and easy to make. Changing the herbs or leaving them out makes this dish completely different each time. -- posted by kestrel

Apricot Punch

Wed, 04 Sep 2002 19:50:16 -0400

Punch for a crowd. Great fruity flavor. -- posted by MizzNezz

Pineapple Salsa

Thu, 19 Sep 2002 22:40:37 -0400

This salsa is teriffic over a sauted chicken breast half. Has a very good flavor. Cook time is for standing. -- posted by MizzNezz

Orange Blossom

Sun, 06 Oct 2002 22:01:39 -0400

Refreshing taste! -- posted by MizzNezz

Champagne Punch

Mon, 07 Oct 2002 22:09:32 -0400

-- posted by Gingerbear

Breakfast Shake

Tue, 08 Oct 2002 22:08:12 -0400

This'll getcha going! -- posted by MizzNezz

Citrus Fruit Smoothies

Tue, 22 Oct 2002 22:10:24 -0400

-- posted by Gingerbear

Kumquat Jam-Microwave

Tue, 29 Oct 2002 22:11:13 -0500

This is a Sunset Recipe. Let me know how it is when you try it please. -- posted by DiB's

Green Rice

Fri, 13 Dec 2002 20:01:22 -0500

This recipe was found in the "Cooking Light" magazine. If you enjoy tomatillos, you will enjoy this. -- posted by James Craig

Chicken Verde

Wed, 18 Dec 2002 20:01:19 -0500

This is a recipe I have made for a number of years. I know there are similar recipes which use condensed soup (i.e. cream of chicken). I find the soup to salty for my taste. I decided to use the flour and chicken broth mixture and accenting the flavor with oregano. I have taken this to church potlucks with great success. My wife and I usually have 1 tortilla a piece with a salad. The remaining one will go to work with my wife the next day. -- posted by James Craig

99'er Mocktail

Sun, 22 Dec 2002 20:06:03 -0500

I do not know the servings of this. Sorry. It doesn't say but it looked very good for those of you who do not drink alcoholic beverages or for those who just aren't in the mood for a alcoholic beverage. -- posted by Gingerbear

Chocolate Banana Shake

Wed, 08 Jan 2003 20:30:01 -0500

This was something I made one day when searching for a snack, and not finding much of anything. We didn't have any ice cream, so I got creative, and made a mess. Very yummy! -- posted by boerbabe

Steamed Fish and Vegetables for One

Mon, 13 Jan 2003 19:59:49 -0500

A light and tasty main dish, that is easy to prepare. It came from Taste of Home magazine subscriber Marilyn Newcomer of Menifee, CA. -- posted by Gramma Connie Verbeck

Monkey Flip

Mon, 13 Jan 2003 20:12:05 -0500

Healthy alternative to a chocolate shake, with a twist of bananas and peanuts... -- posted by craftykeya

Low-Fat Orange Dessert Cups

Mon, 03 Feb 2003 20:04:53 -0500

-- posted by Gingerbear

San Francisco Vegetable Soup over Angel Hair Pasta

Sat, 01 May 2004 20:00:08 -0400

I found this recipe in a Pillbury Bake-Off Cookbook about 10 years ago. It's delicious, fairly quick to make, is low-cal and party perfect. -- posted by Trisha W

Erin's Crock Pot Cabbage Soup

Mon, 19 Jul 2004 19:59:52 -0400

I discovered this recipe when I ran out of food the day before my husbands payday little did I know it was already thought of. I only had a few things lying around and I conjured "erin's crock pot cabbage soup". I personally like this recipe because it's very filling and easy to cook. I hope you enjoy it as well. -- posted by AIRHEAD

Seafood Cioppino

Thu, 22 Jul 2004 20:00:13 -0400

True Seafood lover's comfort food! Brings back childhood memories of Bodega Bay and buckets of steaming fresh stew! Serve with crusty french bread, sour dough is the most authentic, and plenty of napkins. Maybe even pass bibs around. -- posted by Bev in NY

Best Ever Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad

Thu, 02 Sep 2004 20:00:24 -0400

This is a very simple and delicious salad to make, especially in the summer. Representing California cuisine. My family does not like spinach very much, but they love this dish. Also great to take to pot luck or church dinners as it is a "different" salad. The secret is to find the pale green fresh baby spinach leaves as opposed to the larger, tough, dark green ones in a bag! Hope you enjoy it as much as we do! -- posted by ~Leslie~

Cherimoya Sherbet

Wed, 26 Jan 2005 20:02:17 -0500

I like that everything in this recipe is healthy, but it's definitely dessert. I got this recipe from a vendor at the farmer's market, but upon doing some research, I think it comes from a book called Tropical Fruit Cookbook, by Marilyn Rittenhouse Harris. This was only my second time tasting cherimoya. I tried using my blender for this, but it was kind of a mess; I would recommend the food processor if you have one. It does not call for an ice cream maker. "Cooking" time I have listed here is approximate freezing time, but your results may vary depending on the temperature of your freezer. -- posted by Nose

Chilled Orange & Tomato Soup

Wed, 30 Mar 2005 18:09:03 -0500

Just started making cold soup a few yrs ago when my dil made a wonderful cold apple soup. I was hooked! Have tried several combo's and had several flops, but this one is from a Woman's Day recipe that I tweaked some...its really tasty! Cooking time is actually chilling time -- posted by Happy Harry #2

Pita Pizzazz

Tue, 19 Jul 2005 16:24:52 -0400

This mini-meal is easy to prepare and very portable. I pack it in my lunch bag when I go to work. -- posted by Ashly

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Wed, 03 Aug 2005 17:06:32 -0400

This is a light and healthy lunch that I made up one day after coming home from the gym. -- posted by MizEmerilLagasse

Homemade Garlic Bread

Tue, 27 Sep 2005 14:40:18 -0400

This garlic bread is easy to make, and even kids can make it! You can make as much as you want, but I'm just providing enough for one piece. -- posted by chocolatelover29

Raspberry Yogurt Shake

Mon, 06 Feb 2006 20:12:55 -0500

A nice versatile yogurt shake! Very simple to make and it tastes very good! -- posted by Manami

Broiled Bananas à La Ponce

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 15:27:56 -0500

Threw this together when we had too many bananas that were ripe and there was a case full! Use the combination of your choice. -- posted by Manami

Berry-Banana Peach Smoothie

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:26:16 -0500

This so verstile and easy! Use any combination so desired, for the nectars or/& the yogurts. -- posted by Manami

Chicken & Noodles

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 19:26:46 -0400

A one pot comfort food meal. Very easy to make with minimal ingredients. If I'm out of ideas for dinner and ask around, chicken and noodles is usually suggested. My Mom made this when we were kids, now my daughter makes it for my grandson. He always says, "More noodles, please." and slurps some more down. P. S. I've even started cooking the chicken frozen in the broth. It eventually thaws out. -- posted by Chef Grandma Fran

Healthy Grilled Chicken, Red Pepper, and Goat Cheese Sandwich

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 15:00:56 -0400

A delicious, quick, and easy meal that will impress your guests and yourself! -- posted by Chef #263148

High Fiber Low Calorie Bran Muffins

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 21:57:37 -0400

These are muffins from a health spa in California. There is NO added sugar. The sole purpose of these muffins is to increase your fiber intake without adding lots of calories to your diet. If you want a sweet/dessert snack, keep looking. These are very plain. -- posted by veggie_mama

Canned Sugared Lemon Slices in Syrup

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 23:08:08 -0400

Originally I made this recipe to use in a lemon upside down cake and from there used a standard sweet canning syrup.The sweet & sour syrup can be used as a base, then soy sauce/ginger or any other spice added, thickened for oriental dishes. The lemon slices can be used as garnish, drinks, cakes, breads, rind can also be used. This recipe is multiple use.I have used the slices to decorate cakes. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Pickled Green Beans (Dilly Beans)

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 11:22:28 -0400

This recipe was originally my Great Grandmother's I just recently found it in my Mother's stuff after she passed away a few months ago. -- posted by Matthew Molus

Pea Soup--No Meat

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 22:36:05 -0500

Plain pea soup. Smoky flavor can be added with seasonings. -- posted by wklee

Herbed Brown Rice With Sautéed Vegetables

Tue, 29 May 2007 22:20:39 -0400

Quick, healthy, flavorful vegetarian dish. One of my summer staples. -- posted by blueyedwineaux

Banana Black Bean Salad

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 23:38:43 -0400

A fresh/zippy salad that can be made well in advance and served with a dollop of sour cream and chives/parsley/cilantro as a garnish or alongside fish, rice or something else fun. Mango may be used in addition to or in place of the banana. I developed this recipe to combine the delicious flavors of Island and Latin food with Californian cuisene. -- posted by Food Snob in Israel

Susan's Version of Skip & Go Naked

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 12:33:24 -0400

From Susan Branch's "Summer" book...what a great idea! This makes enough for two large drinks or four smaller ones if you just want to get a taste! -- posted by Debber

California Chicken Soup

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:08:23 -0400

Just a small twist on an old favorite. -- posted by Miss Rainy

Sam the Cooking Guy's Cedar Plank Salmon

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 01:21:11 -0500

My neighbor's jokingly refer to this as Salmon Brulee - yum yum! This is very impressive looking when done, not to mention easy. You can buy untreated cedar planks at a lumber yard. It should be about an inch thick with at least an inch border. Keep a spray water bottle on hand, just in case of a flare-up. Really yummy served with warm croissants. -- posted by Karen in OC

Morning Smoothies for Two

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 19:48:49 -0500

A great way to start the day or you could make it as an afternoon snack for an energy boost. This has it all: potassium from the banana, antioxidants from the blueberries, Vitamin A from the peaches, calcium from the yogurt and milk, and Omega-3s from the flax seed. Plus, you can make this all year long. If you want to make this a meal replacement, I suggest throwing in a granola bar! -- posted by KissKiss

Brandy Meyer Lemon Marmalade

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 18:55:54 -0500

Fabulous lemon marmalade with perfect balance of sweetness and sourness. The inspiration for this came from Gourmet Magazine. It is very important to remove foam and scum while cooking this marmalade to produce clarity to this marmalade. The pits work to jell this marmalade. This makes 3 pint size jars with a little leftover. Everything except the seeds are jarred (do not peel). Seeds are used for jelling only and later removed. This marmalade is for Meyer lemons. I have not tried this recipe with regular lemons. -- posted by Rinshinomori

Spicy Pumpkin Lunch Box

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:38:22 -0500

I made up this recipe recently because we've had a bumper crop of tiny pumpkins. They make a perfect meal for one all by themselves -- posted by Spicy Little Sister

Home Fries

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:14:47 -0500

I prepare these home fries in a two step process. I also use Ball's Cajun Seasoning or Lawry's seasoning depending on my mood.I found chilling them over night gives them a nice texture. I cook them in a 10 inch iron skillet. -- posted by farcus

Lemon Chicken Soup

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 22:54:32 -0400

A light and flavorful lemon check soup with fresh ingredients. Low Fat. I found this recipe on the Internet when I was looking for a Greek lemon soup recipe. I did not want a recipe that asked for egg yolks. I am posting the recipe with my revisions to the original. -- posted by Chef #804551

Baja Fried Fish Tacos With Spicy Cabbage Slaw

Tue, 13 May 2008 18:37:53 -0400

I love these fish tacos. You can find them in many California areas. You can either order the fish grilled or fried and because I love deep fried food, it's always fried fish for me when ordering or making them. Besides the spicy cabbage slaw I also like to top the whole thing with mounds of salsa and taco sauce. Goes great with Pacifico! -- posted by Rinshinomori

Summer Baked Fruit

Wed, 28 May 2008 23:29:08 -0400

A very healthy snack or breakfast recipe from The Organic Baby and Toddler Cookbook (great for adults too). Serve with vanilla yogurt and a sprinkling of nuts-YUM! -- posted by Motivated Mama

Breakfast Surprise

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 18:50:44 -0400

A great little breakfast or snack from The Organic Baby and Toddler Cookbook -- posted by Motivated Mama

Zucchini Base Aka Z B for Cakes, Cookies, & Pie

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:04:35 -0400

This is a versatile, old time favorite recipe of mine, probably from the 1950s, which utilizes your summer bounty of zucchini in several different ways. The "zucchini base" recipe can be used to make other dishes such as: lunch cake, cookies, and pie (see recipe #327672). This recipe makes 3 quarts of base; the cake uses 1 cup of ZB, the cookies use 1 cup, and the pie uses 2 cups. I believe this recipe originally came from the Pasadena Star News. -- posted by Juliesmom

' Fnky' Flour Tortillas

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:54:07 -0400

These are really good and maybe I shouldn't name them "Fnky" (funky) just a play on my 'handle'.:). I had not made tortillas since I was really young and they were perfect then..but you know that saying "Don't use it.. you lose it", well it's true. You know how our 'Abuelitas' cooked.. no recipes.. just a pinch of this and a pinch of that and I thought I was doing it right BUT I forgot that I was using "All Purpose" flour.. which makes it so simple and healthier ..no 'lard' or oil.. so here goes. -- posted by Fnkyclmedina

Five Brothers Roasted Salsa

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:26:19 -0500

This chili is a daily ritual at our house. It is a authentic hispanic salsa that all of my sons (5) make along with myself. We often tweek it alittle but here is the standard version that will get you going. Its hot but has a good finish (won't burn your mouth for long). -- posted by Big Rube

Top Secret Original Orange Julius

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:13:14 -0400

My DH bought me a new cookbook, so of course I have to share this recipe with all of my Zaar friends! I haven't tried this yet, pregnant lady and raw eggs are a no-no, but I'm still posting! I hope it is as good as it claims to be!! From "Top Secret Recipes Book" -- posted by kittycatmom

Pan De Tomate

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:39:11 -0400

This is traditionally eaten for breakfast in Spain, but is similar to Italian bruchetta, which is usually considered and appetizer. So enjoy it any time of the day. If your tomatoes are small, you will want more - if really big, one should do it, this is very flexible. -- posted by momaphet

Strawberry-Rhubarb Deep-Dish Pie

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:55:32 -0400

Yaay! It's strawberry season right now here in California, time to make my favorite pie. Want to post this for safekeeping here as I just had a scare and couldn't find my cookbook - this is not a recipe I want to lose! Got it from Good Housekeeping Book of Desserts, which is one of the best cookbooks on sweets that I have ever found! I have been making this pie for years now, and it's one of the few things that my incredibly over-picky kids will eat. Does take a bit of time and effort, between making the crust and sweetening/juicing up the berries, then baking and letting it cool for a bit. You can vary the top crust, I like the "criss-cross" lattice look for this one with the juicy red berries oozing on top. GREAT tasting on its own, but, if you add fresh whip cream and/or ice cream on top when it's still just a little warm, it is fantastic! -- posted by SpchTeachCooks

Spicy Black Bean Dip

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:33:53 -0400

If jalapeños are too hot for your palate, use another type of chili. -- posted by blueyedwineaux

Great Grape Pops

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:46:19 -0400

What a cool idea. Pop those grapes in a popsicle mold(or small paper cups), pour in grape juice and freeze. Cook time is freezing time. Yum! Adapted from Pops! Icy Treats for Everyone by Krystina Castella. -- posted by Sharon123

Lemonade for the Master Cleanse

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 02:57:28 -0400

Here's the recipe for that Lemonade/Master Cleanse diet. You drink this and ONLY THIS for 10 days. (that means NO EATING ANYTHING, not even 1 blueberry!!!!!) I know. This diet sucks. But it WORKS! I'm on day 5 and I want to rip someone's head off, but I like what the numbers on the scale say. Hmmm. I -- posted by BBCFan