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Calories · 1233 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.

Edamame with Yuzu & Burnt Hazelnut DustIntermediate
In-between

Edamame with Yuzu & Burnt Hazelnut Dust

Warm legumes with citrus brightness and toasted nut crust

299 cal · 16g protein · 11 min
veganquick30-minuteprotein-snack
Uni Custard with Crispy Shallot & Charred Lemon SoilIntermediate
Appetizer

Uni Custard with Crispy Shallot & Charred Lemon Soil

Silken sea urchin mousse with textured umami crust

278 cal · 7g protein · 34 min
elegantgluten-freeluxury-ingredient
Terrine de Foie Gras et Brioche GrilléeIntermediate
In-between

Terrine de Foie Gras et Brioche Grillée

Silken foie gras terrine with fig gastrique & toasted brioche points

463 cal · 14g protein · 55 min
luxury-indulgencespecial-occasion
Gochujang Scramble with Crispy Kimchi & Sesame Rice CakesEasy
Breakfast

Gochujang Scramble with Crispy Kimchi & Sesame Rice Cakes

Spiced egg with fermented heat and toasted grains

329 cal · 15g protein · 20 min
high-protein20-minutegluten-free
Crispy Miso-Coconut Chicken Popcorn with Lime Ash & Toasted SesameEasy
Snack

Crispy Miso-Coconut Chicken Popcorn with Lime Ash & Toasted Sesame

Crispy bite-sized morsels with umami depth

436 cal · 38g protein · 33 min
high-proteinfried
Roasted Seaweed & Anchovy Crisps with Gochugaru OilEasy
Snack

Roasted Seaweed & Anchovy Crisps with Gochugaru Oil

Umami-packed Korean seaweed with spiced oil

235 cal · 5g protein · 11 min
high-proteinquick-snackgluten-free
Black Sesame & Miso Panna Cotta with Candied Citrus & Crispy Rice KrispieIntermediate
Dessert

Black Sesame & Miso Panna Cotta with Candied Citrus & Crispy Rice Krispie

Nutty Asian custard with toasted grain crunch

360 cal · 8g protein · 32 min
vegetariangluten-free
Doenjang-Butter Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Kimchi OilEasy
Breakfast

Doenjang-Butter Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Kimchi Oil

Umami-rich soft curds with fermented heat

402 cal · 14g protein · 14 min
high-proteinquickgluten-free
Creamy Chanterelle & Gruyère Omelette with Chive ButterEasy
Breakfast

Creamy Chanterelle & Gruyère Omelette with Chive Butter

Golden eggs with forest mushrooms and nutty cheese

329 cal · 24g protein · 20 min
gluten-freehigh-proteinvegetarian20-minute
Crispy Taro & Shrimp Tuile Cups with Chili Oil Drizzle & Pomegranate Seed PopIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Taro & Shrimp Tuile Cups with Chili Oil Drizzle & Pomegranate Seed Pop

Edible vessel with silky filling and jewel garnish

412 cal · 24g protein · 45 min
gluten-freefried
Iced Thai Tea Granita with Condensed Milk Cloud & Candied GingerEasy
In-between

Iced Thai Tea Granita with Condensed Milk Cloud & Candied Ginger

Frozen Thai spice-tea with creamy sweetness

421 cal · 8g protein · 15 min
vegan-optional30-minute
Fichi Secchi Ripieni di Gorgonzola e PistacchioEasy
In-between

Fichi Secchi Ripieni di Gorgonzola e Pistacchio

Dried figs stuffed with gorgonzola and crushed pistachios

216 cal · 8g protein · 8 min
vegetariangluten-freeno-cook
Noci Caramellate con Rosmarino e SaleEasy
Snack

Noci Caramellate con Rosmarino e Sale

Rosemary and sea salt candied walnuts

405 cal · 7g protein · 17 min
vegangluten-free5-minute-prep
Polenta Cremosa al Tartufo con Uovo in CamiciaIntermediate
Breakfast

Polenta Cremosa al Tartufo con Uovo in Camicia

Creamy polenta cake with black truffle oil and poached egg

496 cal · 14g protein · 35 min
vegetariangluten-freecomfort-food
Hibiscus-Lime Agua Fresca with Crispy Tequila TuileIntermediate
In-between

Hibiscus-Lime Agua Fresca with Crispy Tequila Tuile

Tart, jewel-red refreshment with shattered brittle cookie

265 cal · 1g protein · 27 min
vegangluten-free
Charred Piquillo & Oaxaca Quesadilla CrispsEasy
Snack

Charred Piquillo & Oaxaca Quesadilla Crisps

Crispy-fried masa with melted cheese and roasted red pepper

386 cal · 12g protein · 25 min
vegetariangluten-free
Chilled Yuzu-Cucumber Granita with Crushed Ice & MintIntermediate
In-between

Chilled Yuzu-Cucumber Granita with Crushed Ice & Mint

Tart, refreshing Korean summer palate cleanser

78 cal · 1g protein · 185 min
vegangluten-freerefreshing
Gingerbread CookiesIntermediate
Snack

Gingerbread Cookies

Spiced, soft cookies with a molasses warmth

108 cal · 2g protein · 30 min
bakedsnack
Oatmeal Raisin CookiesIntermediate
Snack

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Chewy oats and plump raisins in every bite

219 cal · 3g protein · 27 min
bakedsnack
Vanilla CupcakesIntermediate
Dessert

Vanilla Cupcakes

Tender vanilla cake in individual portions

219 cal · 3g protein · 30 min
bakeddessert
Chocolate Chip CookiesEasy
Snack

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Crispy edges with chewy centers

284 cal · 3g protein · 26 min
bakedsnack