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Bundtcake
Moist vanilla bundt cake with a tender crumb and subtle almond flavor.
310 cal · 4g protein · 70 min
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Meals Under 400 Calories
Satisfying dishes that come in under 400 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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Miso-Glazed Cashew Brittle with Yuzu Zest
Crunchy, deeply savory brittle with umami miso and bright citrus finish
210 cal · 5g protein · 25 min
EasyBreakfast
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Burnt Butter & Rye Soldiers
Creamy eggs, hazelnut-dark butter, toasted rye strips
380 cal · 16g protein · 17 min
EasyBreakfast
Menemen with Whipped Labneh & Crispy Sage Oil
Soft scrambled eggs with tomato, pepper & aromatic Turkish herbs
379 cal · 16g protein · 20 min
EasySnack
Caraway & Apple Crisps
Crunchy, lightly sweet baked apple slices with German caraway seed.
95 cal · 0g protein · 20 min
EasyIn-between
Rye & Cheese Crackers
Crispy, savoury rye biscuits with sharp Gruyère.
150 cal · 8g protein · 8 min
EasyAppetizer
Radish & Butter Tartine with Fleur de Sel
Thinly sliced radish on whipped cultured butter, a German open-faced secret.
190 cal · 5g protein · 8 min
EasyDessert
Apple Strudel with Vanilla Custard
Warm, flaky phyllo with cinnamon apples and creamy vanilla sauce.
280 cal · 4g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedBreakfast
Dashi Custard with Crispy Sage & Burnt Miso Butter
Silken egg custard with umami depth and theatrical finishing touches
320 cal · 12g protein · 40 min
EasySnack
Roasted Chickpea & Sumac Crisps
Crunchy legumes with tangy spice and olive oil
316 cal · 11g protein · 20 min
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Sesame Barley Tea with Crispy Rice Cake & Honey Foam
Warm, toasty barley infusion with delicate crisps and airy sweet cloud
140 cal · 2g protein · 30 min
SophisticatedDessert
Brown Butter Panna Cotta with Roasted Pear & Crispy Sesame Brittle
Nutty custard cream paired with soft poached fruit and crunchy-sweet finish
320 cal · 4g protein · 55 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Charred Stone Fruit & Crispy Prosciutto
Silky eggs meet caramelized plums and salty ham
380 cal · 24g protein · 20 min
IntermediateSnack
Olive & Rosemary Polenta Crisps
Herbaceous cornmeal wafers with briny green olives
210 cal · 5g protein · 30 min
IntermediateIn-between
Olive Oil Poached Apple with Crispy Sage
Warm, tender apple in herbaceous olive oil—a sophisticated afternoon pause
150 cal · 0g protein · 23 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Burrata Mousse with Crispy Chickpeas & Pomegranate Molasses
Creamy, whipped cheese with crunchy roasted legumes and tart-sweet glaze
380 cal · 18g protein · 32 min
EasySnack
Baked Oat and Honey Bars
Crispy-chewy oat bars with a touch of honey and nuts
210 cal · 5g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Scallop with Burnt Hazelnut Oil & Sea Bean Vinaigrette
Single seared scallop surrounded by crispy sea vegetables and nutty, smoky emulsion
180 cal · 16g protein · 27 min
EasyLunch
Sinigang Pork & Radish Broth
Tangy pork stew with radish, long beans, and tamarind brightness
292 cal · 23g protein · 35 min
EasyIn-between
Charred Corn & Lime Granita with Crispy Sage
Palate cleanser, grain-free, vegan
220 cal · 3g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Malanga & Charred Shrimp Croquetas with Aji Verde-Black Garlic Dip
Crispy tuber, pink shrimp, herbaceous green chili sauce
180 cal · 7g protein · 45 min
EasySnack
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Fritters
Crispy exterior, creamy center—Andean comfort in two bites
315 cal · 6g protein · 18 min
EasyDessert
Lucuma & Cinnamon Flan with Toasted Quinoa Brittle
Silky Peruvian custard with nutty crunch and the warmth of cinnamon
380 cal · 6g protein · 23 min
EasySnack
Ensaymada Bites
Soft, buttery pastry spirals brushed with brown sugar and grated cheese
337 cal · 4g protein · 17 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 23 minutes. The quickest is around 8 minutes and the longest about 60 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 122 and 378 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.
