7 10-Ingredient Kid-Friendly Dinners Under 405 Calories

Published September 23, 2019

2 minute read

Published September 23, 2019

2 minute read

Making recipes the whole family will enjoy is important when trying to lose weight and eat healthfully — and it doesn’t have to require a ton of complicated ingredients. From veggie-studded casseroles to healthier versions of takeout staples, these 10-ingredient dinner recipes will please both adults and kids — all for under 405 calories per serving.

1. ONE-POT TACO CASSEROLE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 316; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 94mg; Sodium: 734mg; Carbohydrate: 25g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 28g

2. SWEET POTATO PIZZA | EAT THE GAINS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 179; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 10mg; Carbohydrate: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 5g

3. BROCCOLI AND BROWN RICE VEGAN CASSEROLE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 261; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 356mg; Carbohydrate: 36g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 15g

4. ONE-PAN CREAMY PESTO PENNE | MAEBELLS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 313; Total Fat: 20g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 40mg; Sodium: 483mg; Carbohydrate: 26g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 9g

5. CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS FARRO SALAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 404; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 66mg; Sodium: 430mg; Carbohydrate: 42g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 37g

6. CAULIFLOWER CRUST PIZZA MARGHERITA | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 299; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 62mg; Sodium: 502mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 23g

7. HEALTHIER KUNG PAO CHICKEN | FIT FOODIE FINDS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 375; Total Fat: 20g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Cholesterol: 82mg; Sodium: 495mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 30g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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