🥗 Under 500 calories

Lighter plates that still feel like dinner.

615 recipes · membership rule: ≤ 500 kcal per serving (estimate). · showing the top 60 by rating

Close-up of flavorful Nigerian jollof rice with grilled chicken skewers and roasted fish.

🇳🇬 Nigeria

Jollof Rice

No reviews yet·1 h 10 min·Medium
A vibrant dish of ceviche served on a white plate with colorful garnishes, offering fresh flavors.

🇵🇪 Peru

Peruvian Ceviche (Lime-Cured Fish)

No reviews yet·40 min·Medium
Top view of a bowl of Vietnamese pho with fresh herbs and chopsticks on a wooden table.

🇻🇳 Vietnam

Phở Bò (Beef Noodle Soup)

No reviews yet·4 h·Advanced
A flavorful bowl of borscht with sour cream and rye bread, perfect for any meal.

🇺🇦 Ukraine

Ukrainian Borscht

4.5(2)·1 h 35 min·Medium
Traditional Moroccan tagine with lemons and olives, served outdoors, showcasing vibrant colors and delicious aromas.

🇲🇦 Morocco

Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Olives

No reviews yet·1 h 20 min·Medium
Delicious street food served in São Paulo, showcasing vibrant flavors and local cuisine.

🇹🇹 Trinidad & Tobago

Doubles (Curried Chickpea Flatbread Sandwich)

No reviews yet·1 h 10 min·Medium
Close-up of flavorful Nigerian jollof rice with grilled chicken skewers and roasted fish.

🇬🇭 Ghana

Ghana Jollof (Spiced Tomato Rice)

No reviews yet·1 h 20 min·Medium

🇭🇺 Hungary

Gulyás (Hungarian Beef and Vegetable Goulash Soup)

No reviews yet·2 h 30 min·Medium
Close-up of a flavorful tofu dish with sauce in a traditional pot, perfect for a culinary experience.

🇨🇳 China

Mapo Tofu

No reviews yet·30 min·Medium
Artistic hummus dish topped with paprika, oil, and spices, styled in a star shape.

🇱🇧 Lebanon

Hummus bi Tahini (Chickpea and Tahini Dip)

No reviews yet·15 min·Easy
Close-up of Georgian dumplings khinkali with bread and pomegranate on a wooden table.

🇬🇪 Georgia

Khinkali (Georgian Soup Dumplings)

No reviews yet·1 h 20 min·Advanced

🇳🇵 Nepal

Momo (Nepali Steamed Chicken Dumplings)

No reviews yet·1 h·Medium

🇸🇬 Singapore

Chili Crab

No reviews yet·50 min·Advanced
Delicious guacamole in a rustic stone bowl on wooden table. Perfect for restaurant menus and food blogs.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Guacamole (Mexican Avocado Dip)

No reviews yet·15 min·Easy
Top view of delicious pancakes with poached egg with seasoning and butter piece near sliced fried bacon on plate near fork and knife near napkin on white table

🇺🇸 United States

Buttermilk Pancakes

No reviews yet·25 min·Easy
A plate of Filipino pork adobo with boiled eggs served alongside rice and fresh vegetables.

🇵🇭 Philippines

Chicken Adobo

No reviews yet·55 min·Easy
Close-up image of freshly baked egg tarts on a white plate, perfect for dessert lovers.

🇵🇹 Portugal

Pastéis de Nata (Portuguese Custard Tarts)

No reviews yet·55 min·Advanced
A plate of crêpes dusted with powdered sugar, served with strawberries and mint.

🇫🇷 France

French Crêpes

No reviews yet·30 min·Easy
A delicious Greek salad featuring feta cheese, olives, and fresh vegetables in a rustic bowl.

🇬🇷 Greece

Horiatiki (Greek Village Salad)

No reviews yet·15 min·Easy
Close-up of chocolate brigadeiros on a crystal plate, perfect for desserts.

🇧🇷 Brazil

Brigadeiro (Chocolate Fudge Truffles)

No reviews yet·20 min·Easy
A flavorful Korean soup served hot with kimchi and vegetables, perfect for a hearty meal.

🇰🇷 South Korea

Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew with Pork and Tofu)

No reviews yet·45 min·Easy
Crispy dosas with vibrant chutneys and spiced potatoes, offering a taste of Indian cuisine.

🇮🇳 India

Masala Dosa (Crisp Rice Crepe with Spiced Potatoes)

No reviews yet·1 h 10 min·Advanced
Top view of gourmet French onion soup with melted cheese in a ceramic bowl, served with a spoon.

🇫🇷 France

French Onion Soup

No reviews yet·1 h 30 min·Medium
Close-up of traditional Spanish tortilla slices on a wooden board, garnished with basil.

🇪🇸 Spain

Tortilla Española (Spanish Potato Omelet)

No reviews yet·45 min·Medium
Delicious Turkish dessert topped with pistachios, served with tea in a café setting.

🇹🇷 Turkey

Pistachio Baklava

No reviews yet·1 h 30 min·Medium
Colorful Moroccan vegetable tagine with carrots and zucchini.

🇲🇦 Morocco

Seven-Vegetable Couscous

No reviews yet·1 h 10 min·Medium
Plate of Mexican food with onions and carrots, accompanied by sauces and colorful sides.

🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Injera (Ethiopian Sourdough Flatbread)

No reviews yet·50 min·Advanced
Tasty Kung Pao chicken dish served on a white plate with garnish, showcasing vibrant colors and textures.

🇨🇳 China

Kung Pao Chicken

No reviews yet·30 min·Medium

🇮🇱 Israel

Hummus Msabaha (Warm Chickpea and Tahini Dip)

No reviews yet·25 min·Easy

🇮🇱 Israel

Challah (Braided Sabbath Bread)

No reviews yet·1 h 5 min·Medium

🇳🇴 Norway

Vafler (Norwegian Heart-Shaped Waffles)

No reviews yet·25 min·Easy

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

Kottu Roti (Chopped Roti Stir-Fry)

No reviews yet·35 min·Medium
Gourmet dish with bacon, potatoes, and onions on a white plate. Perfect for culinary content.

🇺🇦 Ukraine

Varenyky (Ukrainian Dumplings) with Potato & Fried Onion

No reviews yet·1 h 10 min·Medium
Close-up of a person eating creamy green sauce pasta at a table

🇮🇹 Italy

Tiramisù (Coffee and Mascarpone Dessert)

No reviews yet·30 min·Medium
Close-up of a traditional Thai Tom Yum Goong soup with shrimp, known for its spicy flavors.

🇹🇭 Thailand

Tom Yum Goong (Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup)

No reviews yet·35 min·Medium
Top view of a vibrant Lebanese tabbouleh salad with fresh ingredients and a lemon garnish.

🇱🇧 Lebanon

Tabbouleh (Parsley and Bulgur Salad)

No reviews yet·30 min·Easy
Close-up of grilled beef patties served on a tortilla with rice and vegetables, showcasing a delicious meal.

🇯🇲 Jamaica

Beef Patty

No reviews yet·1 h 25 min·Advanced
Crispy golden fried samosas placed in a stainless colander, perfect for a savory snack.

🇮🇳 India

Vegetable Samosa

No reviews yet·1 h 15 min·Medium
A vibrant Turkish breakfast scene with diverse dishes and tea in a cozy İstanbul café.

🇹🇷 Turkey

Menemen (Turkish Scrambled Eggs with Peppers)

No reviews yet·20 min·Easy
Deliciously vibrant Korean bibimbap topped with marinated bulgogi beef and fresh vegetables.

🇰🇷 South Korea

Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef)

No reviews yet·35 min·Easy
A close-up of party appetizers served on plates at a gathering, with dipping sauce.

🇯🇲 Jamaica

Ackee & Saltfish

No reviews yet·35 min·Easy
A variety of grilled meat skewers served on flatbread, showcasing delicious kebabs.

🇳🇬 Nigeria

Suya (Spiced Grilled Beef Skewers)

No reviews yet·35 min·Easy
Top view of nasi goreng with fried egg, krupuk, and vegetables on a decorative plate.

🇮🇩 Indonesia

Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

No reviews yet·25 min·Easy

🇲🇽 Mexico

Tacos de Carne Molida (Ground Beef Tacos)

No reviews yet·25 min·Easy

🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Shorshe Ilish (Hilsa in Mustard Seed Gravy)

No reviews yet·40 min·Medium
Black bar counter with plate of aromatic buns and assorted sauces with pair of cocktails

🇧🇷 Brazil

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)

No reviews yet·45 min·Easy

🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Mangú con los Tres Golpes (Mashed Plantains with Eggs, Salami and Cheese)

No reviews yet·30 min·Easy

🇩🇪 Germany

Schnitzel Wiener Art (Breaded Pork Cutlet)

No reviews yet·30 min·Medium

🇮🇱 Israel

Shakshuka (Eggs Poached in Spiced Pepper-Tomato Sauce)

No reviews yet·30 min·Easy

🇸🇬 Singapore

Kaya Toast with Soft-Boiled Eggs

No reviews yet·30 min·Easy

🇸🇪 Sweden

Gravlax (Dill-Cured Salmon)

No reviews yet·20 min·Easy

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Chicken Tikka Masala

No reviews yet·50 min·Medium
Golden churros with cinnamon sugar served with chocolate sauce. Perfect dessert snack.

🇪🇸 Spain

Churros con Chocolate (Fried Dough with Hot Chocolate)

No reviews yet·35 min·Medium
Delicious traditional Russian food featuring borscht, solyanka soup, and pickles, showcasing authentic flavors.

🇵🇱 Poland

Żurek (Sour Rye Soup)

No reviews yet·1 h 5 min·Medium
Close-up of gourmet onigiri with sauce on a small plate, held by human hand.

🇯🇵 Japan

Onigiri with Umeboshi (Pickled Plum Rice Balls)

No reviews yet·35 min·Easy
Delicious traditional Polish meal served in a bread bowl, with assorted side dishes on a wooden platter.

🇵🇱 Poland

Bigos (Hunter's Stew)

No reviews yet·3 h·Medium
Savory chicken stew in a bowl with herbs and side dishes on a wooden table.

🇬🇪 Georgia

Kharcho (Georgian Beef and Rice Soup)

No reviews yet·1 h 50 min·Medium
Vibrant market stall with assorted roasted meats, showcasing culinary street food delicacies.

🇨🇳 China

Char Siu (Cantonese BBQ Pork)

No reviews yet·55 min·Medium
Close-up of Vietnamese Banh Cuon in a black tray with fried shallots and herbs.

🇻🇳 Vietnam

Gỏi Cuốn (Fresh Summer Rolls)

No reviews yet·50 min·Easy
Leaf-shaped bowl with traditional African soup featuring meat and vegetables.

🇳🇬 Nigeria

Egusi Soup

No reviews yet·1 h 5 min·Medium