We analyzed 197 global recipes from 195 countries. Only 17 meet the strict criteria for Under 500 kcal and β₯30 g Protein/serving. Here they are, ranked by their algorithmic Health Score.
This curated collection features 17 recipes that satisfy the Under 500 kcal and β₯30 g Protein/serving criteria, selected from our database of 197 dishes spanning 195 countries. Each recipe has been algorithmically scored using USDA FoodData Central nutritional data, evaluating macronutrient balance, micronutrient density, sodium levels, and dietary fiber content. The average Health Score across this collection is 70 (good), with an average of 401 kcal, 35.1g protein, and 7.6g fiber per serving.
Featured cuisines in this collection include Mauritania, Cape Verde, Albania, Swedish, and Senegal. Browse the ranked table below to compare nutritional profiles, clinical badges, and health scores across all matching recipes. Use the related categories section to explore similar collections filtered by region, dietary preference, or nutritional target.
| # | Recipe | Cuisine | Score | kcal | Protein | Fiber | Sodium | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | π²Mauritanian-Style Fish with Tomato, Olives, and Couscous | Mauritania | 85 | 283 | 39.7g | 6.3g | 707mg | π πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 2 | π²Cape Verdean-Style Cod and Kidney Bean Tomato Stew with Rice | Cape Verde | 82 | 473 | 31.0g | 11.4g | 593mg | πͺ πΎ π₯ π« π |
| 3 | π²Albanian-Style Cod, Spinach, and Tomato Stew with Rice | Albania | 81 | 386 | 31.6g | 4.6g | 812mg | πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 4 | πΈπͺSwedish Salmon with Dill Potatoes | Swedish | 80 | 423 | 39.9g | 4.7g | 495mg | πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 5 | π²Senegalese-Style Fish and Tomato Onion Stew with Rice | Senegal | 78 | 410 | 32.2g | 4.8g | 821mg | πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 6 | π²Zambian-Style Fish, Tomato, and Pepper Stew with Rice | Zambia | 77 | 397 | 31.4g | 4.8g | 772mg | πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 7 | π²Bangladeshi-Style Fish and Tomato Curry with Rice | Bangladesh | 76 | 430 | 34.3g | 3.8g | 875mg | πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 8 | π²Solomon Islands-Style Coconut Fish and Kidney Bean Stew with Rice | Solomon Islands | 73 | 472 | 30.9g | 12.4g | 573mg | πͺ πΎ π₯ π |
| 9 | π²Russian-Style Borscht with Beef, Beets, and Cabbage | Russia | 72 | 321 | 30.3g | 9.9g | 500mg | π πͺ πΎ π₯ π« π |
| 10 | π©π°Danish Frikadeller with Root Vegetables | Danish | 72 | 450 | 41.7g | 7.7g | 193mg | π πͺ πΎ π₯ π« π |
| 11 | π²Serbian-Style Stuffed Peppers with Beef, Rice, and Tomato Sauce | Serbia | 70 | 308 | 31.0g | 10.6g | 521mg | π πͺ πΎ π₯ π« π |
| 12 | π²South Korean-Style Bibimbap Bowl with Vegetables, Beef, and Egg | South Korea | 67 | 354 | 36.3g | 6.4g | 1080mg | π πͺ π₯ π |
| 13 | π²Kyrgyz-Style Lagman Beef Noodle Soup | Kyrgyzstan | 66 | 467 | 36.7g | 8.4g | 624mg | πͺ πΎ π₯ π« π |
| 14 | π²Goat Water (Goat Stew with Potatoes and Dumplings) | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 61 | 414 | 35.5g | 4.9g | 872mg | πͺ π₯ π« π |
| 15 | π²Tajik-Style Plov with Spiced Rice, Beef, and Carrots | Tajikistan | 55 | 410 | 41.4g | 8.0g | 935mg | π πͺ πΎ π₯ π |
| 16 | π²Montenegro-Style Cevapi Bowl with Tomato-Cucumber Salad and Yogurt | Montenegro | 52 | 335 | 37.5g | 3.1g | 658mg | πͺ π₯ π |
| 17 | π²Feijoada (Simplified Black Bean and Pork Stew) | Brazil | 40 | 481 | 35.4g | 17.4g | 571mg | πͺ πΎ π₯ π |