IntermediateAppetizer
Cancha Corn Crusted Ceviche Scallop with Toasted Corn Foam, Ají Verde & Lime Caviar
Japanese technique meets Peruvian corn in a single elegant bite
269 cal · 10g protein · 32 min
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Meals Under 500 Calories
Satisfying dishes that come in under 500 calories a serving. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Intermediate
SophisticatedIn-between
Grilled Halloumi & Pomegranate Molasses Granita with Crispy Sage & Black Garlic Oil
Warm cheese and cool frozen tart-sweet ice, a palate cleanser with textural drama
488 cal · 14g protein · 35 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Gyeran Jjim with Crispy Anchovy Oil & Charred Scallion Rice
Silken steamed egg custard, umami anchovy oil, toasted jasmine rice
492 cal · 21g protein · 23 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Rose Petal & Pistachio Granita with Crispy Filo Shards
Delicate floral ice, crunchy phyllo accent, aromatic conclusion
232 cal · 4g protein · 20 min
EasySnack
Spiced Chickpea & Seed Brittle Crunch
Toasted chickpeas with cumin, sumac and roasted sunflower seeds
393 cal · 13g protein · 11 min
EasyIn-between
Chilled Barley Tea with Plum & Ginger
Refreshing Korean-style grain tea served cold with pickled plum and fresh ginger
113 cal · 3g protein · 18 min
EasySnack
Crispy Olive & Walnut Wafers
Salty-savory olive oil crackers with Kalamata & toasted walnuts
382 cal · 5g protein · 22 min
SophisticatedDessert
Burnt Orange & Pistachio Panna Cotta with Candied Peel & Crispy Praline
Silken custard, citrus smoke, crunchy bitter-sweet finale
414 cal · 9g protein · 65 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Labne & Charred Tomato Toast with Crispy Sage Oil
Tangy strained yogurt, burnt tomato confit, herbaceous sage on sourdough
446 cal · 18g protein · 36 min
IntermediateDessert
Orange Blossom Panna Cotta with Crispy Pistachio Brittle & Candied Lemon Peel
Silken custard, floral aroma, nutty crunch, citrus sharpness
496 cal · 11g protein · 33 min
EasySnack
Crispy Garlic & Cilantro Chickpea Tuiles
Paper-thin, lacy chickpea crisps with lime salt
327 cal · 11g protein · 24 min
EasyAppetizer
Gochugaru Squid & Charred Cucumber Salad
Spicy, tender cephalopod with cool, pickled crunch
452 cal · 38g protein · 15 min
EasyAppetizer
Pan-Fried Scallop & Leek Mandu with Gochujang Drizzle
Crispy pan-fried dumplings stuffed with sweet scallops and caramelized leeks
466 cal · 20g protein · 24 min
EasyBreakfast
Labneh & Dukkah Sunrise Toast
Creamy strained yogurt, toasted nut-spice dust, warm tomato confit on crispy bread
203 cal · 11g protein · 17 min
EasyBreakfast
Whipped Feta & Honey Toast with Charred Tomato
creamy, tangy, warm—ready in 12 minutes
381 cal · 17g protein · 12 min
EasySnack
Za'atar Chickpea Crisps with Lemon Yogurt
crunchy, herby, salty—zero guilt
159 cal · 5g protein · 23 min
EasyIn-between
Whipped Labneh & Dukkah Crudités
creamy, nutty, crunchy—instant dip elegance
207 cal · 11g protein · 5 min
EasyDinner
Pan-Seared Branzino with Green Olive Tapenade & Charred Greens
flaky, buttery fish; salty, briny, herbal
382 cal · 3g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedSnack
Crispy Ackee Puff with Charred Lime Ash & Crispy Allspice Shallots
Light choux pastry crisps filled with creamy ackee and edible flowers
395 cal · 12g protein · 65 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Escabeche'd Kingfish Ceviche in Tuile Cup with Green Calamansi, Coconut & Crispy Okra
Raw fish cured in citrus with warm spice, served in an edible vessel
390 cal · 37g protein · 70 min
SophisticatedDessert
Dark Rum & Charred Pineapple Flan with Crispy Cilantro Tuile & Lime Foam
Silky custard with caramel, tropical fruit, and herb-forward finishing touches
314 cal · 11g protein · 75 min
IntermediateSnack
Dukkah-Crusted Labne Rounds with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Crispy-herbed cheese coins with tart-sweet finish
348 cal · 15g protein · 22 min
EasyIn-between
Injeolmi Toast—Cinnamon-Sugar Crisp with Honey Butter
Sweet, buttery bread with nutty cinnamon dust
361 cal · 3g protein · 10 min
EasyIn-between
Yogurt & Stone Fruit Spoon Dessert
Greek yogurt mousse with roasted nectarine compote & honey
276 cal · 15g protein · 20 min