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In a Flurry: Winter Weeknight Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less

Jan 14 2014 - 3:09am

If you've got 20 to 30 minutes this week, you've got time to make a fast, filling, and low-calorie dinner that'll comfort you in the cold. Try one of these healthy Winter meals tonight and kick your takeout habit to the curb.

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Penne "Notka"

There's nothing like a creamy bowl of penna alla vodka to cure Winter blues, but the high fat and calorie content aren't exactly mood boosters. This lower fat penne "notka" recipe [2] uses just a little cream and evaporated milk for all the taste without undoing your workout.

Calories per serving: 324

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Cheddar Cauliflower Soup

A quick, comforting soup will warm up even the dreariest days. This healthier cheddar cauliflower soup [3] cooks up in 20 minutes and cuts out the fat of the original recipe.

Calories per serving: 247

Photo: Lizzie Fuhr

Gluten-Free Personal Pizza

Once you have all the ingredients for this gluten-free pizza crust [4], you'll be able to whip up a healthy personal pizza in no time. The cornmeal, chickpea flour, and flaxseed crust bakes in just six minutes and makes a perfect weeknight meal after a busy day.

Calories per serving: 179

Photo: Jaime Young

Mexican Stir-Fry

Mix up your normal stir-fry routine with this Mexican ground chicken [5] version. Throw some chopped, boiled sweet potatoes into the mix for a seasonal spin on a hearty dish. You can serve this stir atop your favorite grain, salad, and more for a complete dinner.

Calories per serving: about 380

Source: OnSugar User ambitiouskitchen [6]

Mint, Butternut Squash, and Cranberry Quinoa

This butternut squash, mint, and dried cranberry quinoa [7] is the perfect mix of sweet and flavorful. It also is an ideal dinner for when you want to pack up the leftovers for a healthy lunch the next day.

Calorie per serving: 221

Photo: Leta Shy


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