Potato chips are the epitome of crave-worthy snacks — but they also happen to be one of the most caloric. Make Ellie Krieger's, however, and you can enjoy crispy, pepper-speckled potatoes with a fraction of the fat. Ellie makes a few tablespoons of fragrant thyme and sage go a long way in this low-calorie, veggie-loaded soup.
Ellie Krieger includes pureed winter squash in her mac 'n' cheese recipe to lighten up the indulgent dish, add nutrients and fiber and lend it bright orange photo-ready color. Assorted mushrooms and shallots make the perfect accompaniment for fresh, snappy green beans.
At only 200 calories a muffin, Ellie's apple, pecan and cinnamon muffins are a less sinful but sweet start to your morning. By scaling back on each layer and subbing out caloric refried beans for a homemade chipotle-lime black bean dip, Ellie Krieger proves that Mexican doesn't have to mean unhealthy.
A quick marinade of lemon juice, cumin and coriander lends moisture and bright flavor to Ellie's chicken skewers. Use a grill pan with a quick spritz of cooking spray to get smoky, char-grilled flavor and beautiful grill marks.