200 calorie meal recipes (2024)

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A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.30 ratings
We’ve turned a classic brunch shakshuka dish into more of a sharing main course by adding seasonal spring vegetables like peas, broad beans and asparagus
- 50 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.33 ratings
With courgette, peppers and eggs, this vegetarian dish is a filling, healthy breakfast for all the family – kids will enjoy dipping toast into soft egg yolk
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
Masala omelette muffins
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.13 ratings
This recipe makes four large muffin-shaped bakes which you can eat over two days. Serve with slaw, salad or cooked vegetables for a healthy lunch option
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
Roasted spiced cauliflower
A star rating of 3.3 out of 5.7 ratings
Roasting cauliflower kicks the flavour up a notch, with sweet pomegranate seeds and earthy tahini, served in warmed pitta bread
- 1 hr 10 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
Healthy chicken salad
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.38 ratings
This easy-to-prepare healthy chicken salad is filled with zingy flavours - the simplified version is great for kids' lunchboxes too
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings
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This healthy, satisfying salad makes a tasty packed lunch or light supper with green beans, parsley, chives and lemon
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Gluten-free
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.22 ratings
A vegetarian breakfast with bite, try this egg dish with cream cheese, herbs and grilled tomatoes
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
Roasted summer vegetables
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.31 ratings
Add feta and basil to roasted vegetables for a perfect summer side dish. The trick is to cut the veggies the same size, so they cook simultaneously
- 50 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Gluten-free
Boom Bang-a-Bang chicken cups
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.8 ratings
Classic British Coronation chicken gets a makeover, served in Little Gem lettuce leaves with peanut and coconut sauce
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
Chipotle black bean soup with lime-pickled onions
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.19 ratings
Use storecupboard pulses in this healthy, Mexican-inspired soup - freshen it up with sweet onions, coriander and soured cream
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
Creamy tomato soup
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.86 ratings
A low-fat, vegetarian soup that everyone will love - passata and whole milk give a silky smooth finish
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.96 ratings
Enjoy this super healthy soup when you want a comforting but low-calorie lunch – rich in fibre, vitamin C and folic acid
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- 25 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.15 ratings
Try this flavour-packed, low-fat fish dish, perfect as a mid-week meal. It's full of omega 3 and counts as 1 of your 5-a-day.
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
Thai spiced turkey patties with noodle salad
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.20 ratings
Treat yourself to this low-fat, healthy Thai dish after a hard day's work, it's quick and easy to make
- 25 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.25 ratings
This low-fat soup is packed with flavour and so simple to cook
- 35 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
Stuffed marrow bake
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.26 ratings
Make the most of marrow while it's in season with this delicious and super healthy budget family supper
- 1 hr
- Easy
- Healthy
Healthy salad with ginger soy dressing
A star rating of 5 out of 5.7 ratings
Serve this salad alongside grilled tuna or steak or tuck into it as a superhealthy lunch
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.14 ratings
This zingy, no-cook soup is packed with four of your five-a-day
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.30 ratings
A superhealthy way to eat lamb, that counts as 2 of your 5-a-day and is packed with iron and vitamin C
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
Mediterranean vegetables with lamb
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.88 ratings
A one-pot packed with veg and tender lamb that will keep the whole family satisfied
- 45 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.20 ratings
This superhealthy, stir-fried side makes a tasty vegetarian supper served with rice and dhal
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
Easy ratatouille with poached eggs
A star rating of 4 out of 5.61 ratings
This gutsy one-pot can mostly be prepared in advance - just crack in the eggs at the end
- 1 hr 5 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.21 ratings
Too hot to cook? This superhealthy salad makes a refreshing light lunch or starter
- 15 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Gluten-free
Cranberry chicken salad
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.4 ratings
Use up leftover cranberry sauce in this healthy salad. Add a can of cannellini beans if you want to bulk it up
- 25 mins
- Easy
- Healthy

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Is 200 calories enough for a meal? ›

Every day, to lose weight, you should eat between 200 and 400 calories for breakfast, 500-700 calories for lunch, and 500-700 calories for dinner. You should also incorporate a morning and evening snack for a total of about 400-500 more calories.

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What does a 200 calorie lunch look like? ›

From steak salad, chicken miso soup to prawn co*cktail, these low calorie lunch ideas can be included in your 5:2 diet... Enjoy a light lunch under 200 calories with our selection of low calorie lunch ideas. From crushed new potatoes to chicken miso soup, from rainbow salad to a simple stir fry.

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What do 200 calories look like? ›

Fruits and Vegetables

If apples aren't your thing, then two bananas, or about 8 oz. is what it'll take to get to 200 calories. This is another reason we love our bananas! However, dried fruits have more calories per ounce than fresh fruit. For example, just a ½ cup of raisins equals 200 calories.

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How many pounds will you lose eating 200 calories a day? ›

Eating 200 cals will leave you with a deficit of at least 1000 cals, which means that in theory, you'll lose a pound every 3,5 days. Score! I want to be very clear that cutting calories drastically is not a sustainable or healthful strategy to reduce weight, especially for a fifteen-year-old.

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How many calories are in 2 eggs? ›

Egg Nutrition

Eggs are one of nature's most nutritious foods. Each serving of 2 eggs (105 g) contains 15 essential vitamins and minerals, only 160 calories and an incredible amount of nutrition. The nutrition tables speak for themselves! So include eggs as part of your healthy diet!

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Will I lose weight eating 1200 calories a day? ›

Many studies have shown that following low calorie diets, including 1,200-calorie diets, can promote weight loss. For example, a study including 2,093 people with obesity demonstrated that a medically supervised 1,200-calorie meal replacement diet resulted in an average fat loss of 4.7% over 12 months ( 6 ).

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What is the 200 calorie rule to lose weight? ›

A minimum deficit of 200 calories is enough to lose weight efficiently. Many dieters have lost weight and gotten leaner while intermittent fasting without restricting calories.

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Can you live on 1200 calories a day? ›

Consuming at least 1,200 calories per day has often been touted as the minimum for basic bodily functions and to stay out of starvation mode, but the amount is actually too low. A healthy amount of calories for adult women ranges from 1,800 to 2,400 calories per day and for men it's 2,000 to 3,200 calories per day.

How many calories should I eat to lose weight at 200 pounds? ›

To create a calorie deficit for weight loss, a 200-pound woman would need to consume fewer calories than her body requires for maintenance. A general guideline is to create a daily calorie deficit of 500 to 1,000 calories, which would result in a weekly weight loss range of 1-2 pounds.

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Is 700 calories for lunch too much? ›

Overall Calorie Intake

If you want to maintain your weight, you should have an even amount of calories throughout your meals. With that being said, this still differs between people. For example, if you consume around 2,000 calories a day, a balanced lunch might consist of approximately 500 to 700 calories.

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What do 200 calories of pasta look like? ›

2. Pasta. If you want 200 calories worth of pasta, you'll want to make 50g of dry pasta. Once cooked, pasta gets denser so be sure to always measure the dry ingredients - especially if you are using one of the best calorie counter apps to count your intake.

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What food is within 200 calories? ›

Snacks under 200 calories*:

That's about an egg-sized portion. An apple with a tablespoon of peanut butter. A cup of grapes with an ounce of cheese (1 ounce of cheese is about the size of your whole thumb, from base to tip). 2 tablespoons of hummus and raw veggies like carrots, celery, cauliflower or broccoli.

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How many potatoes are 200 calories? ›

Low-calorie foods: Potatoes

200 calories of potatoes usually equates to around 2.5 potatoes, or three if they're small, which is the perfect warming meal in winter.

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