If you have any food intolerance (except nuts, sorry!) this high-fiber recipe is for you. Pair with homemade low-sugar strawberry chia jam or top as desired. **This recipe is...

Tabbouleh? Tabouli? No matter how you slice it, dice it, or pronounce it, this salad adds a burst of freshness to any meal. What’s more, we slim down traditional...

Dairy-free, sugar-free, GUILT-FREE! These lemon meringues are a delightful sweet treat no matter the occasion. INGREDIENTS (yields 20 cookies): PREPARATIONS: Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheet with...

This salad is delicious on its own or served on top of grilled chicken.  INGREDIENTS (serves 4): PREPARATIONS: In a large bowl, toss together all the vegetables. Add the...

 French Onion Soup is one of the most popular soups there is, and luckily it’s one of the easiest to prepare. The rich broth is complimented perfectly by the...

Also known as cantuccini, these not-too-sweet Italian biscotti cookies make a perfect Step 1 dessert. Bonus, they’re gluten-free too! INGREDIENTS (serves 16): PREPARATIONS: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cookie...

 Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or leave out ones you don’t like. INGREDIENTS (serves 8): PREPARATIONS: Lightly coat a large stockpot with nonstick cooking spray and place...

For less sweet, drier muffins, skip the banana. Nutrition and journaling info listed both ways below.  INGREDIENTS (serves 6): PREPARATIONS: Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a standard sized 12-cup...

Need a special kind of pick-me-up? With a hint of velvety chocolate, this cocktail should really do the trick.  INGREDIENTS (serves 1): PREPARATIONS: In a small bowl, or using...

With a slight hint of smooth chocolateyness, these **gluten-free** peanut butter cookies are delightful. Note, to make this dessert appropriate for Step 1 of The F-Factor Diet, stick to...