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12 Dishes With 10 Ingredients or Less

A bowl of farro salad is placed on a white surface, containing one of the 10 ingredients like farro, cherry tomatoes, kale, and fresh basil, garnished with shredded cheese. Nearby, there is a small bowl of cherry tomatoes, a plate with basil leaves, a jar of olive oil, and a purple cloth. MyFitnessPal Blog
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When you’re short on time, it can be tempting to reach for takeout or pre-packaged foods. Instead, consider one of these recipes below that can be made with 10 ingredients or less. From hearty lentil stew to breakfast cookies and quick chicken bruschetta, we’ve got you covered with delicious meals under 400 calories.

1. PESTO EGG-IN-A-HOLE WITH BACON | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 267; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 206mg; Sodium: 536mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 15g

2. SLOW COOKER TURMERIC LENTIL STEW | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 241; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 443mg; Carbohydrate: 43g; Dietary Fiber: 19g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 16g

3. ONE-PAN CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS & TOMATOES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 291; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 143mg; Sodium: 168mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 36g

4. MASHED AVOCADO EGG SALAD | 24 CARROT LIFE

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 204; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 370mg; Sodium: 348mg; Carbohydrate: 5g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 13g

5. PEANUT BUTTER BREAKFAST COOKIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 299; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 53mg; Sodium: 131mg; Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 11g

6. AVOCADO, KALE AND SPINACH SMOOTHIE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 210; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 3mg; Sodium: 43mg; Carbohydrate: 35mg; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 18g; Protein: 7g

7. MANGO-PINEAPPLE YOGURT BOWL | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 334; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 15mg; Sodium: 172mg; Carbohydrate: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 32g; Protein: 16g

8. CHEESE & ZUCCHINI QUESADILLA | UPROOT KITCHEN

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 173; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 13mg; Sodium: 358mg; Carbohydrate: 22g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 6g

9. AVOCADO TUNA SALAD ON APPLE SLICES | LOVE & ZEST

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 377; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 30mg; Sodium: 285mg; Carbohydrate: 31g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 17g; Protein: 28g

10. ONE-POT FARRO WITH SAUSAGE, KALE AND CHERRY TOMATOES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 152; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 11mg; Sodium: 718mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 8g

11. CORN AND SERRANO PUDDING | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 148; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 69mg; Sodium: 380mg; Carbohydrate: 22g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 7g; Protein 6g

12. 10-MINUTE GRILLED CHICKEN BRUSCHETTA | ELLE PENNER

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 199; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 69mg; Sodium: 625mg; Carbohydrate: 10g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 22g

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