Winter is just around the corner (or we’re in the mist of it) which means it’s time to bust out the comforting dishes to get us through those long winter nights. Today, we’re diving into 29 healthy winter recipes, all under 500 calories! From delicious butternut squash ravioli, to pumpkin soup, and pear salad; you’ll be sure to find the perfect recipes to help you on your healthy living journey!Â
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Healthy Winter Recipes Under 500 Calories
1.Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter & Sage
By: Your Healthy Beginning
Take your butternut squash ravioli up a notch with a mouthwatering brown butter and crispy sage sauce. Just sauté some fresh sage leaves until they get nice and crispy in the browned butter, then pour this amazing blend over your perfectly cooked ravioli. The rich, nutty goodness of that browned butter, combined with the earthy, herby charm of sage, will turn your meal into something you won’t soon forget.
Nutrition: Calories: 498 Fat: 20g Carbs: 56g Protein: 21g
2. Butternut Squash Soup with Tortellini
By: Your Healthy Beginning
Savor the perfection of butternut squash soup with tortellini, a delightful blend of creamy richness and savory bites. Elevate your comfort food experience with this soul-warming culinary masterpiece.
Nutrition: Calories: 344 Fat: 15g Carbs: 45g Protein: 10g
3. Olive Garden Minestrone Soup
By: Your Healthy Beginning
Olive Garden Minestrone Soup, a hearty Italian classic, makes for a cozy addition to your arsenal of healthy winter recipes. Packed with veggies, beans, and a flavorful broth, it’s a comforting bowl of goodness that’ll keep you warm and nourished during those chilly days. Perfect for the winter season!
Nutrition: Calories: 186 Fat: 5g Carbs: 32g Protein: 6g
4. Italian Zucchini Boats with Spicy Sausage
By: Your Healthy Beginning
Your Healthy Beginning’s Italian Zucchini Boats with Spicy Sausage are a tasty twist on a classic dish. These zucchini boats, loaded with savoury sausage and flavorful spices, make a satisfying, low-carb meal. It’s a delightful way to enjoy Italian flavours while keeping things light and delicious.
Nutrition: Calories: 176 Fat: 13g Carbs: 6g Protein: 10g
5. Tortilla Soup with Chicken
By: Your Healthy Beginning
Embrace the season with Your Healthy Beginning’s Tortilla Soup with Chicken—a star among healthy winter recipes. Bursting with wholesome ingredients, it’s a hearty, flavorful dish that brings comfort and nutrition to your winter table.
Nutrition: Calories: 146 Fat: 8g Carbs: 12g Protein: 8g
6. Winter Squash & Pomegranate Salad
By: One Lovely Life
One Lovely Life’s Winter Squash & Pomegranate Salad is a flavour explosion in a bowl. Roasted squash chunks, sweet pomegranate jewels, and a zesty vinaigrette combine for a salad that’s a winter delight. It’s a beautiful, nutritious dish that’ll brighten up your table and your taste buds on cold days.
Nutrition: Calories: 253 Fat: 15g Carbs: 27g Protein: 5g
7. Butternut Squash & Quinoa Bowls
By: Purely Kaylie
Purely Kaylie’s Butternut Squash & Quinoa Bowls are a delightful medley of flavors and textures. With roasted butternut squash, fluffy quinoa, and a selection of vibrant veggies, these bowls offer a satisfying and nutritious meal. A perfect dish for those seeking a tasty and wholesome dining experience.
Nutrition: Calories: 425 Fat: 10g Carbs: 71g Protein: 16g
8. Winter Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette
By: Spend with Pennies
Spend with Pennies’ Winter Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette is a delightful seasonal treat. Featuring a vibrant mix of fresh winter greens, sweet cranberries, crunchy nuts, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette, it’s a burst of flavours that perfectly captures the essence of the season—a refreshing and satisfying salad for cold winter days.
Nutrition: Calories: 423 Fat: 34g Carbs: 26g Protein: 9g
9. Tuscan Tortellini Soup
By: The Baker Mama
The Baker Mama’s Tuscan Tortellini Soup is a go-to for those craving healthy winter recipes. Packed with hearty tortellini, fresh veggies, and Tuscan-inspired flavours, it’s a soul-warming bowl of comfort that’ll keep you cozy and satisfied during chilly months. A wholesome twist on classic Italian flavours!
Nutrition: Not Specified
10. Sausage and Kale Stuffed Acorn Squash
By: Primavera Kitchen
Primavera Kitchen’s Sausage and Kale Stuffed Acorn Squash is a culinary delight. Plump acorn squash halves cradle a delectable filling of seasoned sausage and nutritious kale. This hearty meal presents a harmonious blend of tastes and textures, delivering a satisfying and healthful dining experience.
Nutrition: Calories: 385 Fat: 19g Carbs: 30g Protein: 18g
11. Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
By: The Seasoned Mom
The Seasoned Mom’s Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a burst of sunshine on a chilly day. Packed with tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a zesty lemony twist, this soup is comfort in a bowl. It’s a delicious, heartwarming option for those seeking a bowl of pure, cozy goodness.
Nutrition: Calories: 136 Fat: 4g Carbs: 15g Protein: 9g
12. Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash
By: Yay for Food
Yay for Food’s Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash is a top choice for those looking for healthy winter recipes. This recipe blends the convenience of the Instant Pot with the nutritious qualities of spaghetti squash, enhanced by the savoury combination of garlic and Parmesan. It’s a guilt-free, flavorful winter meal!
Nutrition: Calories: 403 Fat: 27g Carbs: 23g Protein: 11g
13. Persimmon Salad
By: Running to the Kitchen
The Persimmon Salad from Running to the Kitchen is a vibrant culinary masterpiece. Featuring a medley of persimmon slices, mixed greens, and a vinaigrette, it offers a delightful harmony of sweet and tangy flavours. This salad is a colourful and tasteful addition to any meal, delivering a burst of taste and visual appeal.
Nutrition: Calories: 234 Fat: 12g Carbs: 26g Protein: 8g
14. Stuffed Eggplant
By: A Family Feast
A Family Feast’s Stuffed Eggplant recipe is a culinary gem. Tender, roasted eggplants are loaded with a savory mixture of herbs, spices, and ground meat, creating a satisfying, flavorful dish. It’s a delightful way to enjoy this versatile veggie, making a hearty and delicious meal.
Nutrition: Not Specified
15. Instant Pot Turkey Soup
By: Plated Cravings
Plated Cravings’ Instant Pot Turkey Soup is a fantastic addition to your collection of healthy winter recipes. Packed with lean turkey, hearty vegetables, and a savory broth, it’s the ultimate comfort food. With the convenience of an Instant Pot, this soup is a quick and nutritious way to stay warm and satisfied during the cold season.
Nutrition: Calories: 450 Fat: 14g Carbs: 45g Protein: 34g
16. White Bean Soup
By: Chelsea’s Messy Apron
Chelsea’s Messy Apron’s White Bean Soup is a delightful and comforting creation. Loaded with plump white beans, flavorful herbs, and a rich broth, this soup is a warm hug in a bowl. It’s a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome and hearty meal that’s both simple and satisfying.
Nutrition: Calories: 432 Fat: 11g Carbs: 74g Protein: 21g
17. Plantain And Pinto Stew With Aji Verde
By: Pinch of Yum
Pinch of Yum’s Plantain And Pinto Stew With Aji Verde is a taste sensation. This stew brings together the natural sweetness of plantains, the earthy notes of pinto beans, and a zesty Aji Verde sauce for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. It’s a recipe you won’t want to miss for a delicious, flavour-packed meal.
Nutrition: Calories: 370 Fat: 21g Carbs: 40g Protein: 5g
18. Pumpkin Soup
By: Cafe Delites
Cafe Delites’ Pumpkin Soup is a must-try for those in search of healthy winter recipes. With the creamy richness of pumpkin, fragrant spices, and a touch of warmth, it’s the perfect bowl of comfort for chilly days. This soup is a cozy and nutritious way to embrace the winter season’s flavors and stay warm.
Nutrition: Calories: 127 Fat: 2g Carbs: 22g Protein: 5g
19. Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing
By: Carlsbad CravingsÂ
Carlsbad Craving’s Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing is a real winner. You’ve got juicy pears, fresh greens, and a dressing that’s so good you’ll want to put it on everything. It’s a salad that’s not only delicious but also pretty enough to brighten up any meal!
Nutrition: Not Specified
20. Pasta a Ceci
By: A Simple Palate
A Simple Palate’s Pasta e Ceci is the definition of simple, hearty goodness. This Italian classic combines pasta and chickpeas in a rich, comforting broth, making it the perfect meal for those cozy, comfort-food nights. It’s easy to make and impossible not to love, and it’s all about great flavours.
Nutrition: Calories: 205 Fat: 5g Carbs: 32g Protein: 8g
21. Coconut Curry Chicken
By: What Molly Made
What Molly Made’s Coconut Curry Chicken is like a flavor party in your mouth. Tender chicken, spicy curry, and creamy coconut milk create a mouthwatering combo that’s ready in just 2o minutes. It’s an easy, delicious way to bring some serious yum to your dinner table!
Nutrition: Calories: 281 Fat: 13g Carbs: 10g Protein: 27g
22. Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice
By: The Bettered BlondieÂ
The Bettered Blondie’s Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice is a star among healthy winter recipes. Loaded with succulent shrimp, crunchy veggies, and cauliflower rice, it’s a low-carb delight that won’t leave you missing takeout. This dish is a tasty way to keep warm, cozy, and nutritious during chilly winter nights.
Nutrition: Calories: 166 Fat: 4g Carbs: 16g Protein: 18g
23 Instant Pot Chicken & Rice Soup
By: The Recipe Well
The Bettered Blondie’s Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice is a star among healthy winter recipes. Loaded with succulent shrimp, crunchy veggies, and cauliflower rice, it’s a low-carb delight that won’t leave you missing takeout. This dish is a tasty way to keep warm, cozy, and nutritious during chilly winter nights.
Nutrition: Calories: 391 Fat: 10g Carbs: 41g Protein: 35g
24. One Pot Chicken Cacciatore
By: Yellow Bliss Road
Yellow Bliss Road’s One Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a weeknight hero. This recipe brings tender chicken, bell peppers, tomatoes, and a medley of Italian herbs and spices into one pot for a delightful family dinner. It’s a simple, comforting way to enjoy the rich flavors of chicken cacciatore without the fuss.
Nutrition: Calories: 300 Fat: 5g Carbs: 24g Protein: 38g
25. Instant Pot Vegetable Soup with Bacon
By: Cotter Crunch
Cotter Crunch’s Instant Pot Vegetable Soup with Bacon is the ultimate winter comfort food. Packed with a bunch of colorful veggies and a generous sprinkle of crispy bacon, it’s like a warm hug for your taste buds. And thanks to the Instant Pot, it’s a breeze to make, even on the busiest of days. Perfect for staying cozy and healthy during the chilly season!
Nutrition: Calories: 279 Fat: 1g Carbs: 30g Protein: 13g
26. Creamy Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup
By: Monkey & Me Kitchen Adventures
Monkey & Me Kitchen Adventures’ Creamy Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup is pure comfort in a bowl. With a rich, earthy blend of mushrooms and hearty wild rice, it’s a taste of coziness. This soup is the perfect companion for chilly evenings, making it a must-try for mushroom lovers and comfort food aficionados alike.
Nutrition: Not SpecifiedÂ
27. Sweet Potato Chili
By: Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
Lexi’s Clean Kitchen’s Sweet Potato Chili is like a warm hug for your taste buds. Packed with sweet potatoes, hearty beans, and a medley of spices, it’s a perfect mix of sweet and savoury. If you’re craving a cozy bowl of comfort on a chilly day, this chilli’s got your back.
Nutrition: Calories: 220 Fat: 6g Carbs: 41g Protein: 6g
28. Caramelized Onion and Sweet Potato Pizza
By: Fork in the Kitchen
Fork in the Kitchen’s Caramelized Onion and Sweet Potato Pizza is like a flavor party in your mouth. With those savory onions, sweet potato goodness, and ooey-gooey cheese, it’s not your run-of-the-mill pizza. This pie is a mouthwatering, taste-bud-tingling experience you don’t want to skip out on.
Nutrition: Not SpecifiedÂ
29. Vegetarian Spinach & Pumpkin Lasagna
By: Ambitious Kitchen
Ambitious Kitchen’s Vegetarian Spinach & Pumpkin Lasagna is a delightful addition to your collection of healthy winter recipes. This lasagna layers tender spinach, creamy pumpkin, and cheesy goodness for a flavorful, meat-free twist on a classic. It’s a comforting, nutritious dish that’ll warm you up on cold winter evenings.
Nutrition: Calories: 311 Fat: 12g Carbs: 31g Protein: 19g
