EasySnack
Sweet Mango & Sticky Rice Bites
No-cook sticky rice, ripe mango, salt-sweet finish
330 cal · 4g protein · 10 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.
Easy
SophisticatedSnack
Turon Tartare with Milo Dust & Crispy Wonton Air
Deconstructed banana-jackfruit candy in raw, crunchy, airy form
488 cal · 5g protein · 32 min
EasySnack
Edamame with Sea Salt & Yuzu Zest
Tender soybeans, aromatic citrus finish
95 cal · 7g protein · 8 min
EasyIn-between
Cucumber Sunomono with Shrimp & Ginger
Cool vinegared salad, light palate reset
114 cal · 18g protein · 5 min
EasyDinner
Miso-Glazed Cod with Charred Bok Choy & Toasted Sesame Oil
Silky white fish, umami glaze, verdant greens
413 cal · 35g protein · 18 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Octopus & Green Mango Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing
Tender braised octopus, crispy pan-sear, unripe mango crunch, Caribbean herbs
496 cal · 53g protein · 50 min
IntermediateDessert
Coconut-Rum Flan with Caramelized Banana Crisps & Lime Zest
Silky custard infused with toasted coconut & aged rum, caramel sauce, crispy fried banana chips
480 cal · 6g protein · 60 min
EasyLunch
Lime-Chili Shrimp with Cucumber & Jasmine Rice
Pan-seared shrimp, crisp cucumber, fragrant rice, bright acid
468 cal · 50g protein · 20 min
EasyBreakfast
Coconut Scramble with Crispy Shallots & Thai Basil
Silky eggs, toasted coconut, fragrant herbs
411 cal · 17g protein · 17 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crème Fraîche & Crispy Gyeran Mari Spirals with Gochugaru Oil & Pomegranate
Korean omelet ribbons, spiced oil, bright pomegranate, luxe starter
375 cal · 14g protein · 38 min
EasyAppetizer
Whipped Labneh with Za'atar Oil and Charred Tomatoes
Creamy strained yogurt with spiced herb crust and blistered sweet tomatoes
297 cal · 15g protein · 23 min
EasyLunch
Charred Mahi-Mahi & Green Mango Salad
Pan-seared fish with tart mango, jalapeño & toasted coconut
313 cal · 34g protein · 22 min
EasyIn-between
Iced Passion Fruit & Ginger Refresher
Tart, spicy, and deeply tropical
101 cal · 2g protein · 8 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Granita de Limón con Menta y Jengibre Confitado
Palate-cleansing Italian-style lemon granita with candied ginger and fresh mint ice shavings
86 cal · 3g protein · 18 min
EasySnack
Crispy Sage & Parmesan Crisps
Browned butter, nutmeg whisper, 8 minutes total
374 cal · 9g protein · 8 min
EasyIn-between
Affogato-Style Espresso Granita
Frozen coffee, vanilla, 90 seconds (make ahead)
169 cal · 2g protein · 5 min
EasyIn-between
Cucumber and Dill Ayran Cooler
Chilled yogurt drink with herbs and mint
107 cal · 6g protein · 5 min
EasyBreakfast
Scrambled Eggs with Berbere Oil & Charred Tomato
Golden eggs kissed with warm spices and crispy tomato
451 cal · 13g protein · 15 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Hand Roll with Cucumber, Nori & Sriracha Aioli
Peak summer crustacean, tempura-light, hand-held elegance
416 cal · 30g protein · 16 min
EasySnack
Roasted Chickpea & Cumin Crisps
Crunchy, warm-spiced legume bites
319 cal · 11g protein · 20 min
EasyIn-between
Ethiopian Honey & Ginger Tea
Warming, zesty, naturally sweet
78 cal · 0g protein · 12 min
EasyAppetizer
Injera Crisps with Spiced Lentil Dip & Charred Green Onion Oil
Crispy Ethiopian bread and creamy lentil purée
354 cal · 8g protein · 20 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Tamago Kake Gohan with Crispy Anchovy & Charred Scallion Oil
Silken egg over warm jasmine rice with umami depth
451 cal · 14g protein · 17 min
IntermediateSnack
Edamame with Toasted Nori & Sesame Sea Salt
Warm soybeans, nutty and herbaceous
182 cal · 12g protein · 10 min