Meringue cookies are a lighter option for a sweet treat. While they do contain sugar, they are made without butter and egg yolks, which eliminates saturated fat and cholesterol. This version has festive holiday spices added.

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Your favorite comfort foods can be made healthier when you cook them at home. Ground turkey breast is used in this recipe for a leaner source of protein with less saturated fat than traditional meatballs. Homemade sauce and polenta let you cut the sodium content nearly in half compared to other versions.

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Stuffing is a traditional holiday dish that is often loaded with refined carbohydrates and unhealthy fats. This version has the familiar flavors but replaces some of the bread with lower-calorie, protein-rich mushrooms and brown rice for extra fiber.

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Fresh cranberries are packed with antioxidants that help fight inflammation and disease. This fruit can do more than just make sweet cranberry sauce. Their tart flavor can be balanced out by mixing them with other tasty ingredients, like those used in this salsa. They add a seasonal touch to a favorite dip and condiment.

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Healthy eating is easy when you use a slow cooker. This vegetarian stew is loaded with nutrient-rich vegetables and flavored with mild curry powder. Light yet filling, it can be eaten alone or served over brown rice or quinoa.

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Fish makes a good weeknight dinner because it cooks quickly and provides protein and heart-healthy fats. This salmon is coated in a slightly sweet glaze that is full of flavor. Eat it with a side of brown rice and steamed vegetables, or serve it over a bed of fresh spinach for a simple dinner salad.

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Pumpkin purée and rich cocoa powder reduce the need for excess saturated fat and sugar in these bars. Dense and fudgy, they make a decadent treat without the extra calories.

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These whole-grain waffles are sweetened with fresh pear and studded with heart-healthy walnuts. With so much flavor, you will need only a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet and filling breakfast that's packed with dietary fiber and contains less sugar than regular waffles.

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Sweet potatoes are full of vitamin A and dietary fiber. In this recipe, they are cooked with green peppers and onions and seasoned with smoked sweet paprika. This is a great side dish for any meal.

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Apples are full of beneficial plant nutrients, including polyphenols that act as disease-fighting antioxidants. This seasonal salad hints at fall with the addition of fresh celery, heart-healthy walnuts, sweet cranberries, and spices. It makes a healthy breakfast, dessert, or side dish.

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