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Fresh Papaya & Lime Granita with Toasted Sesame
Frozen, icy papaya purée with bright lime juice and a scatter of toasted sesame seeds
146 cal · 2g protein · 5 min
Calories · 682 recipes
Meals Under 300 Calories
Satisfying dishes that come in under 300 calories a serving. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
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EasySnack
Mango & Scotch Bonnet Cheese Crisps
Buttery cheddar crackers with fresh mango and a whisper of Caribbean heat
234 cal · 6g protein · 13 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Pandan Crème Fraîche & Avocado Mousse Cup with Crispy Toasted Rice Paper & Edible Flower
Creamy, herbaceous, refreshing—savory-umami with sweet pandan perfume
265 cal · 4g protein · 20 min
EasyIn-between
Vermouth Cassis Granita with Anise Tuile
Refreshing frozen aperitif granita with crispy fennel-anise cookie
253 cal · 3g protein · 25 min
IntermediateIn-between
Água de Coco Gelada com Açúcar Cristal e Limão Bergamota
Chilled coconut water with caramelized sugar crust & bergamot lime
137 cal · 2g protein · 13 min
EasyIn-between
Pomegranate & Orange Juice Refresher with Fresh Mint
Vibrant, cooling citrus-pomegranate sipper
159 cal · 1g protein · 5 min
SophisticatedSnack
Chilled Bitter Melon & Tofu Sorbet with Crispy Rice Tuile
Palate-cleansing frozen bitter melon with silken tofu, sesame brittle crunch
259 cal · 5g protein · 70 min
IntermediateIn-between
Leche de Tigre Shooters with Crispy Chicharrones
Icy ceviche broth in a glass with salty, crispy pork crackling
176 cal · 23g protein · 20 min
EasyIn-between
Cucumber, Dill & Feta Tzatziki Crudités
Cool yogurt dip with fresh vegetables and herbs
207 cal · 18g protein · 10 min
EasyIn-between
Mango & Coconut Milk Popsicles with Toasted Cardamom Crunch
Frozen island refreshment studded with spiced brittle
266 cal · 2g protein · 23 min
EasySnack
Ackee & Breadfruit Crisps with Citrus-Herb Salt
Golden pan-fried rounds of starchy island starches with zesty seasoning
236 cal · 3g protein · 22 min
EasyIn-between
Mango Lassi with Fresh Mint
Chilled yogurt drink with ripe mango and cardamom
210 cal · 6g protein · 5 min
IntermediateIn-between
Cucumber & Watermelon Agua Fresca with Tajín
A light, savory-sweet afternoon refresher
121 cal · 3g protein · 8 min
IntermediateIn-between
Chilled Litchi & Ginger Refresher
Light, floral, and cooling—a palate cleanser with bite.
92 cal · 1g protein · 5 min
IntermediateIn-between
Chilled Chicory-Lime Aguachile Shot
A bright, bracing afternoon pick-me-up—no meal, pure refreshment.
103 cal · 3g protein · 5 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Roasted Black Radish & Horseradish Cream on Rye Crisp
Earthy, peppery root vegetable with cooling, sharp horseradish
152 cal · 4g protein · 35 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Smoked Eel Terrine with Mustard Gel & Pumpernickel Tuile
Silky, layered pâté with sharp mustard and crispy seed wafer
287 cal · 22g protein · 75 min
IntermediateIn-between
Charred Corn & Jalapeño Crisps with Lime Salt
Crispy corn kernels, roasted green chili, zesty finish
200 cal · 4g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Jamón Cornets with Smoked Eel Mousse & Pickled Shallot
Paper-thin cured ham rolled into crispy cones filled with umami-rich eel cream
207 cal · 13g protein · 37 min
IntermediateIn-between
Cucumber & White Nectarine Salad with Lime & Mint
Bright, hydrating afternoon refresher
155 cal · 3g protein · 12 min
SophisticatedDessert
Bourbon & Brown Butter Tart with Caramelized Pecan Brittle
Buttery shortbread crust, custard infused with bourbon and burnt sugar, candied pecans
292 cal · 3g protein · 60 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Chilled Tomato Water & Herb Consommé Shot with Crispy Breadcrumb Dust
Crystal-clear tomato essence with herbed breadcrumb garnish
152 cal · 5g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Cajun Spiced Soft-Shell Crab with Charred Okra & Lime Aioli
Whole soft-shell crab, crispy exterior, roasted okra, cultured mayo with lime zest
237 cal · 17g protein · 33 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Chilled Aguaymanto Mousse with Lime Crackling
Peruvian golden berry fool, crispy sugar-lime wafer
291 cal · 2g protein · 30 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 22 minutes. The quickest is around 7 minutes and the longest about 55 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 98 and 286 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
