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11 Lunar New Year Dishes Under 400 Calories

Published February 8, 2021
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Shrimp Wonton Soup With Ginger and Spring Veggies
Published February 8, 2021
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Celebrate the Year of the Ox with these healthy takes on classic Chinese fare. From stir-fries to dumplings, these 11 dishes have bold flavors, up to 32 grams of filling protein per serving and clock in at less than 400 calories.

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1. STIR-FRIED CAULIFLOWER “RICE” BOWL | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 277; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 212mg; Sodium: 523mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 14g

2. FIVE-SPICE CHICKEN SALAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

 Five Spice Chicken Salad

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 226; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 65mg; Sodium: 420mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 26g

3. SPEEDY CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS | MYFITESSPAL’S RECIPES

Speedy Chicken & Dumplings

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 196; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 24mg; Sodium: 342mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 4g; Protein 14g

4. SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Sweet and Sour Chicken

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 275; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 70mg; Sodium: 582mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 26g

5. BONE BROTH EGG DROP SOUP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Bone Broth Egg Drop Soup

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 173; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 219g; Sodium: 594mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 4g; Protein 14g

6. SHRIMP WONTON SOUP WITH GINGER AND SPRING VEGGIES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Shrimp Wonton Soup With Ginger and Spring Veggies

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 250; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 46mg; Sodium: 611mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 20g

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

8. OATS DUMPLINGS IN PEANUT SAUCE | ANITA JACOBSON

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 345; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 612mg; Carbohydrate: 60g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 19g; Protein: 9g

9. SHRIMP & SNOW PEA NOODLES | HEALTHY NIBBLES & BITS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 363; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 172mg; Sodium: 337mg; Carbohydrate: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 27g

10. LEMON CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY | CLEAN EATING

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 260; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 65mg; Sodium: 540mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 32g

11. ZOODLES WITH CREAMY PEANUT COCONUT SAUCE | HEALTHY NIBBLES & BITS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 289; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 280mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 9g

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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