Menu
Good Food ME logo
Skip to content
Good Food ME logo Image Visit Homepage >
Icon-sm-facebook Icon-sm-twitter Icon-sm-pinterest Icon-sm-instagram Icon-sm-tiktok Icon-sm-contactus
Create an account Sign in
Array
(
    [90] => BiscuitBreadCake saleCaramel
    [88] => JubileeMother's DayFather's DayValentine's Day
    [85] => Cheap eatComfort foodFive ingredients or lessBatch cooking
    [84] => BritishAmericanCaribbeanChinese
    [77] => Christmas dinnerChristmas cheeseboardChristmas puddingChristmas trimmings
    [61] => BuffetCoursesAll-time top 20 recipesFood to get you in the mood
    [56] => Seasonal SeptemberSummer drinkSummer dessertEasy summer
    [53] => FruitVegetablesMeatDairy
    [52] => SuhoorRamadan dessertsIftarRamadan with children
    [48] => Low-fatEgg-freeLow GI
    [47] => Easy entertainingFriday lunchBig matchFabulous fish
    [46] => Quick and healthyEaster bakingEasyEasy pudding
    [39] => Roast turkeyFreezable ChristmasSmoked dishesPastry
    [38] => StudentHealthy kidsKids bakingSpeedy suppers
    [30] => Cheap and healthyClean eatingHealthy lunch200-400 calories
)
  • Home
  • Recipes
    • All Recipes
    • Not sure what to cook?

      We’ve pulled together our most popular recipes additions and our editor’s picks, so there’s sure to be something tempting for you to try

      Inspire me

      Ramadan

      Eid Feast Iftar Suhoor Ramadan Desserts Ramadan with Children see more...

      Dishes

      Roast turkeyFreezable ChristmasSmoked dishesPastry see more...

      Cuisines

      BritishAmericanCaribbeanChinese see more...

      Healthy

      Cheap and healthyClean eatingHealthy lunch200-400 calories see more...

      Family & Kids

      StudentHealthy kidsKids bakingSpeedy suppers Afternoon Tea Recipes see more...

      Quick And Easy

      Quick and healthyEaster bakingEasyEasy pudding see more...

      Occasions

      Easy entertainingFriday lunchBig matchFabulous fish see more...

      Special Diets

      Low-fatEgg-freeLow GI see more...

      Ingredients

      FruitVegetablesMeatDairy see more...

      Seasonal

      Seasonal SeptemberSummer drinkSummer dessertEasy summer see more...

      More Recipe Ideas

      BuffetCoursesAll-time top 20 recipesFood to get you in the mood see more...

      Everyday

      Cheap eatComfort foodFive ingredients or lessBatch cooking see more...

      Events

      JubileeMother's DayFather's DayValentine's Day see more...

      Cakes & Baking

      BiscuitBreadCake saleCaramel see more...

      Christmas

      Christmas dinnerChristmas cheeseboardChristmas puddingChristmas trimmings see more...
  • Videos
  • Restaurants
    • Reviews
  • Lifestyle
    • Staycations
    • International Travel
  • Food news
    • News
    • Health
    • Interviews
    • How To
    • Videos
  • Competitions
  • Magazines
  • Special Guides
  • Events
    • BBC Good Food ME Awards
      • 2024 Awards
      • 2023 Awards
      • 2022 Awards
      • 2021 Awards
      • 2020 Awards
      • 2019 Awards
      • 2018 Awards
      • 2017 Awards
      • 2016 Awards
      • 2015 Awards
    • The Great Flavour Awards
    • Holiday Calendar
    • Food Club Events
  • Join the Community
  • My Account
    • Sign Up
    • Login
  • Select Region
    • Middle East
    • United Kingdom

Low-calorie Christmas recipes

57 Recipes

Low-calorie festive favourites…

  • Smoked salmon with horseradish crème fraîche & beetroot

    Smoked salmon with horseradish crème fraîche & beetroot

    This speedy salad can be whipped up as an impressive starter – the fish is completely lifted by contrasting flavours

    Easy
  • Roast squash & kale salad with orange dressing

    Roast squash & kale salad with orange dressing

    Oven-roasted butternut squash pairs beautifully with pomegranate seeds and crumbled feta in this nutritious lunch or dinner

    Easy
  • Smoky beans on toast

    Smoky beans on toast

    Forget shop-bought cans of baked beans, this homemade version is tastier and healthier, with an impressive 4 of your 5 a day

    Easy
  • Ham & potato hash with baked beans & healthy ‘fried’ eggs

    Ham & potato hash with baked beans & healthy ‘fried’ eggs

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
    Makeover your fry-up with this low-fat, low-calorie ham hash brown and healthier ‘fried’ eggs – a great brunch or weeknight dinner

    Easy
  • Porridge with blueberry compote

    Porridge with blueberry compote

    Top high-fibre porridge oats with creamy Greek yogurt and healthy blueberries – buy frozen to help cut the cost of this filling breakfast

    Easy
  • Sweet potato & sprout hash with poached eggs

    Sweet potato & sprout hash with poached eggs

    This quick and easy pan-fried dish uses up leftover Brussels sprouts for a delicious Boxing day brunch, or a low fat, low calorie weeknight dinner

    Easy
  • Polenta & mushroom tart

    Polenta & mushroom tart

    This pretty vegetarian main is made from quick-cook cheesy polenta topped with mushrooms, mozzarella, rocket and balsamic vinegar

    Easy
  • Ham & watercress salad with clementine dressing

    Ham & watercress salad with clementine dressing

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
    Use up leftover festive ingredients such as ham, hazelnuts, cranberries and clementines in this light salad – perfect after a week of indulgence

    Easy
  • Warm chicken & ciabatta salad

    Warm chicken & ciabatta salad

    Pan-fry chicken and ciabatta chunks, then toss with red cabbage, red onion and pomegranate seeds in this easy and attractive dish

    Easy
  • Pulled ham & maple mustard slaw

    Pulled ham & maple mustard slaw

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
    Crunchy red cabbage, studded with juicy apricots and drizzled with tangy maple mustard dressing. A colourful lunch or satisfying side salad

    Easy
  1. ‹ Prev
  2. 1
  3. 2
  4. 3
  5. 4
  6. 5
  7. 6
  8. Next ›
MPU 1

Iconic Plate


Widget Post Slider
Lingua in salsa verde
Mediterranean Seabass
Tuna tataki
Tipsy cake

Restaurant Reviews


  • Review: OKKU

    Review: OKKU

    Exuding innovation and creativity at its location at Marriott Resort …
  • Review: Fouquet’s Dubai

    Review: Fouquet’s Dubai

    Transport into the very heart of Parisian “Art de Vivre” …
  • Review: La Niña Dubai

    Review: La Niña Dubai

    La Niña delivers an exceptional dining experience within opulent interiors …
MPU 2
MPU 3

Join the community

Subscribe to our newsletter for recipes, competitions, magazines and videos.
Subscribe Now
Good Food Middle East
Icon-sm-facebook Icon-sm-twitter Icon-sm-pinterest Icon-sm-instagram Icon-sm-tiktok

© Immediate Media Company London Limited 2025
Good Food and the Good Food logo are unregistered trade marks of Immediate Media Company London Limited and used under licence. All rights reserved.

For more information e-mail us at webmaster@cpimediagroup.com

Privacy Policy | More from CPI Websites

  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Competitions
  • Magazine
  • Contact Good Food Middle East