IntermediateIn-between
Miso Caramel Popcorn with Aonori & Black Sesame
Savory-sweet, herbaceous crunch
334 cal · 6g protein · 13 min
Calories · 1232 recipes
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
Sujeonggwa Jellies with Crispy Rice Paper Threads
Korean spiced ginger-cinnamon punch, gelatin, summer refreshment
157 cal · 6g protein · 30 min
EasySnack
Radis Beurre Fleur de Sel
Chilled radishes, cultured butter, crusty bread
273 cal · 10g protein · 8 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Conch Salad with Green Mango, Avocado & Citrus Oil
Caribbean raw conch with tropical fruit and herb vinaigrette
491 cal · 3g protein · 24 min
EasySnack
Crispy Chickpea & Herb Mezze Plate
Roasted chickpeas with whipped yogurt and pickled vegetables
479 cal · 24g protein · 23 min
SophisticatedSnack
Tortas de Camarón Crudo with Jalapeño Crema & Crispy Garlic Threads
Delicate raw shrimp cakes with heat, texture, and refinement
407 cal · 6g protein · 37 min
EasySnack
Palm Sugar & Lime Coconut Clusters
Toasted coconut, tart lime zest & caramelized palm sugar—no bake
396 cal · 4g protein · 11 min
EasyIn-between
Mango Lassi with Cardamom & Toasted Coconut
Silky mango yogurt drink, spiced with cardamom, finished with crispy coconut & mint
429 cal · 33g protein · 8 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Wonton Cups with Spiced Shrimp, Tamarind Glaze & Pomegranate Pearls
Wonton cups, garlic-ginger shrimp, tangy tamarind glaze, pomegranate arils & crispy garlic oil
423 cal · 30g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Amuse-Bouche: Beurre Blanc Spheres with Caviar
Tapioca pearls of silken beurre blanc filled with roe and crispy sage
328 cal · 1g protein · 18 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crevettes Rôties aux Épices Douces, Chanterelles & Beurre de Miso Noir
Pan-roasted prawns with sumac, fennel pollen, wild mushrooms & miso brown butter
443 cal · 13g protein · 30 min
EasyIn-between
Ouzo-Brined Kalamata & Herb Snack
Quick marinated olives with orange zest and bay leaf
412 cal · 2g protein · 8 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Écume de Foie Gras & Poire Rôtie
Warm roasted pear with foie gras mousse, Sauternes gelée and brioche tuile
473 cal · 14g protein · 42 min
EasyDessert
Olive Oil Cake with Grilled Apricots, Whipped Ricotta & Crispy Honey Tuile
Moist, tender cake with charred stone fruit and creamy ricotta dollop
420 cal · 12g protein · 28 min
EasyBreakfast
Poached Eggs on Garlic-Rubbed Tomato Toast
Crispy bread, burst tomatoes, runny yolk
431 cal · 26g protein · 17 min
EasyIn-between
Affogato-Style Iced Coffee with Whipped Cream & Amaretti
Melting ice cream, hot espresso, crispy almond cookie
257 cal · 4g protein · 5 min
EasyIn-between
Whipped Labneh & Charred Nectarine Toast
Thick-set yogurt spread on sourdough with stone fruit, crispy sage & honey
405 cal · 15g protein · 15 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Oyster Patties with Spiced Mignonette Foam
Pan-fried oysters in crispy rice-paper cones with champagne-vinegar air
296 cal · 4g protein · 18 min
EasyBreakfast
Huevos Divorciados con Tortillas Crujientes
Fried eggs crowned with dual salsas and crispy corn shards
453 cal · 17g protein · 20 min
IntermediateDessert
Crème Brûlée aux Myrtilles & Citron Confit
Classic vanilla crème brûlée with wild blueberries and candied lemon
404 cal · 11g protein · 40 min
IntermediateIn-between
Crème de Cassis Sorbet
Blackcurrant liqueur sorbet with chilled Champagne float
313 cal · 0g protein · 28 min
EasyIn-between
Fromage Blanc Drizzled with Acacia Honey & Toasted Hazelnut
Silky fresh cheese, raw nuts, liquid amber
219 cal · 13g protein · 9 min
EasySnack
Radish & Herb Butter on Crispy Saltines
Thinly sliced radish, whipped cultured butter, dill & sea salt
108 cal · 3g protein · 8 min
SophisticatedSnack
Crostini di Ricotta Affumicata e Albicocca Caramellata
Smoked ricotta crostini with candied apricot compote and crispy sage
470 cal · 12g protein · 42 min