Pancakes can be a yummy but not-so-healthy way to start the day. Registered dietician Liz Weiss adds some secret ingredients to her recipe that boost the nutritional value without sacrificing flavor.

Caesar salads can contain a lot of added and unnecessary fat. We've lightened this chicken Caesar salad without sacrificing the taste.

This healthy twist on a traditional Mexican chicken recipe is low in salt and saturated fat. The fresh bell peppers are good source of vitamin C.

Our heart-healthy shrimp and citrus rice salad recipe features cholesterol-lowering good fats. Plus the mango is a good source of vitamins C and A, and the almonds contain healthy monounsaturated fats.

Creamed spinach is loaded with more saturated fat and calories than a nutrient-rich vegetable like spinach deserves. This delicious makeover uses olive oil and milk to create a creamy texture without the cream.

A great-tasting dip can make eating your veggies a lot easier. But dips often come loaded with calories, sodium, and saturated fat. This delicious makeover ditches the sour cream and instead uses Greek yogurt and fresh herbs.

Canned soups are convenient, but most are loaded with sodium. This tasty black bean soup recipe is a quick, low-salt alternative.

Most store-bought chicken salad is made with lots of mayonnaise. But our recipe loses much of the mayo but not the great taste.

Canned macaroni and beef may be convenient, but it’s high in sodium and typically contains refined pasta and no vegetables. This quick, easy makeover boosts the nutrition while preserving the taste of this childhood favorite.

Rice is a convenient side dish, but it can get a bit boring. This wild rice salad amps up the flavor and the nutrition by including veggies, herbs, nuts and fruit.