These are just a sampling of dishes that Chef Angela can make figure-friendly. Contact her if you see a dish from another menu page that you would like lightened up, most likely she can!

Broccoli Mac and Cheese Perfect for when you are craving comfort food but do not want to waste a day’s worth of calories on one meal. High fiber elbow macaroni is incorporated into a light cheese sauce of fat-free milk and reduced-fat cheddar cheese and broccoli pieces, finished off with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese and baked to a golden bubbly finish, about 315 calories for a 1 cup serving!

Egg-cados A delicious heart-healthy dish, Chef Angela fills avocado halves with fresh eggs and client’s choice of toppings, perfect for a low-carb, healthy fat breakfast.

Prosciutto and Pepper Stuffed Chicken Breast Thin sliced chicken breasts are rolled around reduced-fat provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, baby spinach and prosciutto, lightly coated in bread crumbs and baked to a crisp finish. One bite of melted cheese and crisp coating and you will be hooked at 190 calories per chicken roll-up!

Zucchini Lasagna By replacing the lasagna noodles with thin-sliced zucchini, Chef Angela creates a delicious, naturally lower carb (and gluten-free) lasagna that’s loaded with vegetables, Bolognese sauce, and reduced fat cheese blend.

Zoodles and Meatballs A hefty serving of zucchini noodles tossed in a marinara sauce and served with low fat turkey meatballs (4) all for 325 calories – dig in and enjoy!

Celery Root and Parsnip Puree A great alternative to heavy mashed potatoes! Pureed celery root and tangy parsnips are incorporated with light sour cream and seasoned simply with salt and pepper.

Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Blue Broccoli Slaw Lean ground turkey, hot sauce, grated carrots (for a hidden extra fiber boost), garlic and sweet red onion are formed into juicy patties and either grilled or pan seared to finish. Topped with Chef Angela’s skinny blue cheese broccoli slaw, all for 208 calories a burger!

Garlic Mock Mashed Potato Naturally low-carb mashed cauliflower takes the place of potatoes and is seasoned with chives, garlic, parmesan cheese and a bit of low fat cream cheese for an extra-creamy finish!

Banana Bread with Roasted Strawberries This light and healthy whole wheat banana bread is filled with flavor packed roasted strawberries; makes for a perfect breakfast or snack, one slice is only 88 calories!

Asparagus Guacamole Pureed steamed asparagus, cilantro, jalapeno, light sour cream, fresh squeezed lime juice and scallions take the place of the high calorie avocado in this delicious, creamy dip – perfect along side some fresh crudités as a snack, as a sauce on poultry or as a dressing on a salad.

Sweet and Fiery Pork Tenderloin with Mango Salsa Trim pork loin is marinated in a Sriracha, fresh ginger, honey and red chili sauce, baked to a finish and served with a simple and clean mango, cilantro, jalapeno and lime salsa. Light, tasty and only 247 calories per serving.

Brown Fried Rice with Shrimp and Broccoli Hearty brown rice is stir-fried with light soy sauce, scallions, fish sauce, cilantro, broccoli and shrimp; a perfect alternative Chinese takeout without the guilt, MSG or sodium!

Mock Fried Rice A naturally low-calorie/low-carb alternative to Chinese fried rice. “Riced” cauliflower takes the place of traditional rice and is sautéed with tamari, sweet shallots, shitake mushrooms, bok choy, fresh ginger and scallions – perfect to go along with one of Chef Angela’s stir fries!

Skinny Coconut Shrimp Most people steer clear of heavy fried coconut shrimp when dining and dieting, but Chef Angela’s revamped version of golden baked (not fried!) coconut-encrusted large shrimp are served with a sweet and spicy apricot dipping sauce for a mere 161 calories for 3 shrimp – so eat hearty!

Lighten-Up Shepherd’s Pie                              Lean ground beef, mushrooms, carrots, corn, peas, and green beans are cooked on the stove top in a rosemary and thyme-enhanced beef gravy, and finished off baked in a casserole dish topped with a light and fluffy whipped Yukon gold mash potato topping, all for 290 calories per serving!

Spaghetti Squash with Bolognese Sauce A heaping two cups of spaghetti squash is a naturally low-calorie, low-carb alternative to traditional carb-laden pasta; topped with a lean ground beef Bolognese sauce – perfect for a healthy Italian dinner all for 245 calories!

Black Bean and Mango Salsa Topped Chicken Lime, cumin, garlic, and oregano marinated chicken breasts are pan seared and topped with a clean and simple salsa of diced mango, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and black beans.

South of the Border Stuffed Peppers Bell peppers are filled with a cumin-spiced lean ground turkey, black beans, corn, cilantro, garlic, tomatoes, and jalapenos; oven baked under a light sprinkling of Monterey Jack cheese.

Miracle Rice Pudding Ever wish you could bury your face in a bowl full of creamy, fluffy goodness…without the guilt?! Well Chef Angela has the answer, her miracle rice pudding is a blend of all natural, zero calorie, dairy, gluten AND soy free “rice” and blended together with fat free yogurt, vanilla, cinnamon and Stevia.