Counting calories can be difficult. A good guideline is to keep your main meals under 500 calories, so that you have about 300 calories left for snacks. This makes it a little easier to ensure you eat the right number of calories a day. Here are 6 great meals under 500 calories:
Breakfast:
1. Citrus Berry Smoothie:
This easy smoothie is a great way to get your fruits in for the day. Smoothies make for a great breakfast because they are so versatile. This recipe is about 499 calories.
2. Oatmeal with apples, hazelnuts and flaxseed:
If you crave something warm in the mornings, oatmeal is a great option for a quick breakfast. This yummy recipe is 258 calories. If you’re not a cereal lover, why not make some healthy oatmeal snacks instead? You can then snack on these throughout the day when you’re having sugar cravings!
Lunch:
3. Panko Breaded Avocado Tacos:
This light lunch is great for summer. It also is a good option for vegetarians/ vegans. It is about 400 calories.
4. Grilled Chicken with Roasted Kale:
This recipe is filled with lots of healthy ingredients like kale and garlic. It is 434 calories.
Dinner:
5. Green Pepper, Onion, and Garlic Burgers:
A healthy option for cookouts are these tasty burgers! For a low-card option substitute the Kaiser rolls for lettuce. One burger is 455 calories.
6. Chicken Capri:
Get your filling Italian meal without all the calories. This cheesy dish is just under 500 calories.
Conclusion:
With each meal being about 500 calories, that leaves about 300 calories for snacks if you want to eat 1,800 calories a day. Let us know if you have any other favorite recipes in the comments below!
