The 30+ Most Delicious Meals Under 300 Calories

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Eating healthy doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor! Here’s a list of 30+ delicious meals under 300 calories, each with ingredients and simple instructions to make them at home.

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1. Greek Yogurt with Berries and Honey (200 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
  • 1/4 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 tsp honey

Instructions:

  1. Scoop the Greek yogurt into a bowl.
  2. Top with fresh berries.
  3. Drizzle with honey and enjoy!

2. Avocado Toast with Egg (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 slice whole-grain bread
  • 1/4 avocado, mashed
  • 1 boiled or poached egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Toast the bread until golden brown.
  2. Spread mashed avocado on top.
  3. Place the egg over the avocado and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve immediately.

3. Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry (275 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz chicken breast, diced
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  3. Toss in bell peppers and broccoli, stir-frying for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Drizzle with soy sauce and serve hot.

4. Oatmeal with Banana and Almonds (280 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup water or almond milk
  • 1/2 banana, sliced
  • 1 tbsp almonds, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Cook oats in water or almond milk over medium heat until soft.
  2. Transfer to a bowl and top with sliced banana and almonds.
  3. Serve warm.

5. Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps (250 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup canned tuna, drained
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp mustard
  • 2 large lettuce leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mix tuna, Greek yogurt, and mustard in a bowl.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spoon the mixture onto lettuce leaves and wrap them up.
  4. Enjoy immediately.

6. Grilled Shrimp and Zucchini (285 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 6 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat grill or pan to medium heat.
  2. Toss shrimp and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink.
  4. Serve hot.

7. Cottage Cheese and Pineapple (220 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup pineapple chunks

Instructions:

  1. Combine cottage cheese and pineapple in a bowl.
  2. Serve chilled.

8. Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups (270 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices turkey breast
  • 1 slice Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions:

  1. Spread mustard on turkey slices.
  2. Place cheese on top and roll them up.
  3. Serve as a quick snack or light meal.

9. Cucumber and Hummus Snack (180 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 2 tbsp hummus

Instructions:

  1. Dip cucumber slices in hummus.
  2. Enjoy as a light, refreshing snack.

10. Hard-Boiled Eggs with Spinach (200 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Slice hard-boiled eggs and place over spinach.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Enjoy as a protein-packed meal.

11. Baked Salmon with Asparagus (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz salmon fillet
  • 1/2 cup asparagus spears
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place salmon and asparagus on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through.

12. Veggie Omelette (280 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 2 egg whites + 1 whole egg
  • 1/4 cup spinach
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add mushrooms and spinach, sautéing for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour eggs over the veggies and cook until set.
  4. Fold the omelette and serve warm.

13. Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Salad (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Toss cooked quinoa with cherry tomatoes and lemon juice.
  2. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
  3. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

14. Apple Slices with Peanut Butter (250 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 small apple, sliced
  • 1 tbsp natural peanut butter

Instructions:

  1. Slice the apple into wedges.
  2. Dip in peanut butter and enjoy.

15. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto (275 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup spiralized zucchini
  • 1 tbsp pesto sauce
  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

  1. Sauté zucchini noodles in a pan for 2 minutes.
  2. Toss with pesto and top with Parmesan cheese.
  3. Serve immediately.

16. Chia Pudding with Almond Milk (250 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Mix chia seeds, almond milk, vanilla extract, and honey in a bowl.
  2. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Serve chilled.

17. Baked Sweet Potato with Greek Yogurt (280 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 small sweet potato, baked
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Bake the sweet potato at 375°F (190°C) for 40 minutes or until soft.
  2. Cut open and top with Greek yogurt and cinnamon.
  3. Serve warm.

18. Spaghetti Squash with Marinara (270 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked spaghetti squash
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

  1. Cook spaghetti squash until tender.
  2. Toss with marinara sauce and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  3. Serve hot.

19. Mixed Green Salad with Feta and Walnuts (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mixed greens
  • 1 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions:

  1. Toss all ingredients together in a bowl.
  2. Serve fresh.

20. Smoked Salmon on Whole-Grain Crackers (260 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 4 whole-grain crackers
  • 2 oz smoked salmon
  • 1 tsp cream cheese
  • 1 tsp capers (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Spread cream cheese on crackers.
  2. Top with smoked salmon and capers.
  3. Enjoy!

21. Grilled Portobello Mushroom with Mozzarella (280 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 large Portobello mushroom
  • 1 slice mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Brush mushroom with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill for 5 minutes per side.
  3. Top with mozzarella and grill for 1 more minute until melted.
  4. Serve hot.

22. Black Bean and Corn Salsa Wrap (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 small whole-wheat tortilla
  • 1/4 cup black beans
  • 1/4 cup corn
  • 1 tbsp salsa

Instructions:

  1. Mix black beans, corn, and salsa.
  2. Spread mixture on the tortilla and roll it up.
  3. Serve fresh.

23. Scrambled Egg Whites with Spinach and Feta (270 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Sauté spinach for 1 minute.
  3. Add egg whites and scramble until cooked.
  4. Sprinkle feta cheese on top and serve.

24. Tomato Basil Soup (250 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. Add crushed tomatoes and broth, simmering for 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in basil and serve hot.

25. Grilled Tilapia with Lemon and Herbs (280 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz tilapia fillet
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp dried herbs (thyme, oregano)

Instructions:

  1. Rub tilapia with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs.
  2. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked.
  3. Serve hot.

26. Banana and Almond Butter Roll-Up (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 small whole-wheat tortilla
  • 1/2 banana, sliced
  • 1 tbsp almond butter

Instructions:

  1. Spread almond butter on the tortilla.
  2. Place banana slices on top and roll it up.
  3. Slice and serve.

27. Shrimp and Avocado Salad (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 6 shrimp, cooked and peeled
  • 1/4 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup mixed greens
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Toss all ingredients together in a bowl.
  2. Serve fresh.

28. Baked Tofu with Soy Sauce (250 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz firm tofu, cubed
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Toss tofu cubes with soy sauce.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  4. Serve warm.

29. Peanut Butter and Banana Rice Cake (270 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1 plain rice cake
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1/2 banana, sliced

Instructions:

  1. Spread peanut butter on the rice cake.
  2. Top with banana slices.
  3. Serve as a snack or light meal.

30. Roasted Chickpeas with Paprika (260 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, and salt.
  3. Roast for 20 minutes until crispy.
  4. Serve warm.

31. Cottage Cheese with Peaches (220 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup peach slices

Instructions:

  1. Combine cottage cheese and peaches in a bowl.
  2. Serve fresh.

32. Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze (280 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 1 tsp balsamic glaze
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

  1. Arrange tomatoes and mozzarella on a plate.
  2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and top with basil leaves.
  3. Serve fresh.

33. Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps (270 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 2 large lettuce leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mix chopped eggs with Greek yogurt.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spoon into lettuce leaves and serve.

34. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp minced garlic
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic, and salt.
  3. Roast for 20 minutes until crispy.
  4. Serve warm.

35. Greek Yogurt with Granola and Berries (290 Calories)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp granola
  • 1/4 cup mixed berries

Instructions:

  1. Layer Greek yogurt, granola, and berries in a bowl.
  2. Serve immediately.

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring or restrictive! With these 35 delicious meals under 300 calories, you can enjoy a variety of flavors while staying on track with your health goals.

Whether you’re looking for a light breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a quick snack, these recipes prove that low-calorie meals can still be tasty, filling, and nutritious.

Try out these meals, mix and match your favorites, and enjoy the journey toward healthier eating. Which recipe are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments! 😊🍽️

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Stephanie Simeon

Stephanie Simeon is the creator of Savvy Recipes, where she shares simple, delicious, and practical meal ideas for busy home cooks.

Passionate about meal prep and kitchen efficiency, she helps readers save time while making flavorful, wholesome meals.

When she's not in the kitchen, she’s exploring new recipes and testing the best tools to make cooking easier.

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