25 Low-Calorie Italian Recipes You’ll Fall in Amore With

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25 Low-Calorie Italian Recipes You’ll Fall in Amore With2/24 Frittata Florentine 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family is all about brunchy meals like this gorgeous Italian omelet. Lucky for us, it’s loaded with ingredients we tend to have at the ready. —Jenny Flake, Newport Beach, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 176 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 174mg cholesterol, 451mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat. 3/24 Slow-Cooker Caponata 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker

This Italian eggplant dip preps quickly and actually gets better as it stands

Caponata Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 20 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This Italian eggplant dip preps quickly and actually gets better as it stands. Serve it warm or at room temperature. Try adding a little leftover caponata to scrambled eggs for a savory breakfast. —Nancy Beckman, Helena, Montana Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 34 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 4/24 Feta Tomato-Basil Fish 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time

He fills our freezer after his summer fishing trip

20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I rely on my husband for the main ingredient in this fuss-free dish. He fills our freezer after his summer fishing trip. —Alicia Szeszol, Lindenhurst, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 241 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 113mg cholesterol, 660mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 5/24 Italian Cornmeal Spritz Cookies Test Kitchen Approved Italian Cornmeal Spritz Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 5-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the

Italian cornmeal cookies are from the Piedmont region of northern Italy

Recipe Creator: A chef at a local culinary school gave me this recipe, and I’ve been using it for years. Italian cornmeal cookies are from the Piedmont region of northern Italy. They’re not too sweet, and the glazed cherries add just the right touch. — Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 47 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 6/24 Artichoke Caprese Platter 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I

It looks so yummy on a pretty platter set out on a buffet

dressed up the classic Italian trio of mozzarella, tomatoes and basil with marinated artichokes. It looks so yummy on a pretty platter set out on a buffet. Using fresh mozzarella is the key to its great taste. —Margaret Wilson, San Bernardino, California Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 192 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 179mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 7/24 Air-Fryer Eggplant 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My kids love these air-fryer fries, and

I like that they’re healthy

I like that they’re healthy. Coated with Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese and garlic salt, these eggplant fries are delicious and guilt-free. —Mary Murphy, Atwater, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 135 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 577mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 0.500 starch. 8/24 Italian Sausage Orzo Soup 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always look for recipes high in taste and nutrition but low on prep

time and fat

time and fat. This thick, chunky soup fills the bill and is such a family favorite that I serve it at least once a month! —Deborah Redfield, Buena Park, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 236 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 819mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 9/24 Italian Wedding Cookies 54 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Italian Wedding Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Of all the Italian cookie recipes I make, this is my favorite.

These sprinkle cookies take some time, but, believe me, they are well worth it!

These sprinkle cookies take some time, but, believe me, they are well worth it! My husband and I used to operate an Italian American restaurant, and this recipe goes back generations. —Gloria Cracchiolo, Newburgh, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 87 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 49mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 10/24 Sausage Orzo 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Italian Sausage Orzo Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This light dish is perfect for any night of the

week, and it looks as good as it tastes!

week, and it looks as good as it tastes! If you have leftover sauteed mushrooms or other vegetables, toss them in as well. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 265 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 7g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat. 11/24 12/24 Chicken Provolone 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Provolone Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken Provolone, though one of my simplest dishes, is one of

my husband’s favorites

my husband’s favorites. It is easy to prepare and looks fancy served on a dark plate with a garnish of fresh parsley or basil. Add some buttered noodles for an easy side dish. —Dawn Bryant, Thedford, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half: 236 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat. 13/24 Pressure-Cooker Sicilian Steamed Leeks Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Sicilian Steamed Leeks Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I

This Italian-flavored dish is a family favorite

love the challenge of developing recipes for the fresh leek from my garden, a delicious but underused vegetable. This Italian-flavored dish is a family favorite. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 83 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 77mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 14/24 Mediterranean Broccoli & Cheese Omelet 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mediterranean Broccoli & Cheese Omelet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My Italian mother-in-law taught me to

This is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover broccoli

make this omelet years ago—she would make it for breakfast, lunch or dinner and eat it on Italian bread. This is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover broccoli. —Mary Licata, Pembroke Pines, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge (calculated without shaved Romano cheese): 229 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 290mg cholesterol, 775mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein. 15/24 Slow-Cooker Italian Mushrooms 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For big family gatherings, I love to make

these mushrooms—everyone always wants to know what the secret ingredient is!

these mushrooms—everyone always wants to know what the secret ingredient is! They’re a star as a side dish, and leftovers go well with steaks or a roast. —Becky Schmitz, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 221 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 1394mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 16/24 Hearty Minestrone Soup 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hearty Minestrone Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fresh-tasting minestrone soup gets its zesty flavor from Italian sausage. When

you want to use up your garden bounty of zucchini, try this recipe

you want to use up your garden bounty of zucchini, try this recipe. If your family likes food extra spicy, use hot bulk Italian sausage instead. —Donna Smith, Fairport, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 224 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 901mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 10g protein. 17/24 Mini Mediterranean Pizza 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 19 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was on a mini pizza kick and had already served up Mexican and Italian variations, so I

opted for a Mediterranean version and came up with these

opted for a Mediterranean version and came up with these. —Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 pizza: 287 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 18/24 Italian Cloud Eggs 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Drop egg yolks on nests of whipped Italian-seasoned egg whites, then bake in a cast-iron skillet. Dreamy!—Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 96 calories, 6g

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