Grilling

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. I am offering up two options for grilled veggies.

Marinating lamb beforehand adds a depth of flavor that can't be beat. And when it's grilled, it's phenomenal. So, if you like lamb, this recipe is a home run.

My favorite technique for cooking low-fat burgers is to quickly sear the burger and finish it by roasting it in the oven. Here’s the recipe for seared burgers that are then oven-roasted.

I have decided the grilled Chinese eggplant tastes better than potato chips! Even better than French fries! And it’s so easy.

This is super easy. A great summer entrée that comes together in a flash.

This chicken is super moist and yummy. The ranch dressing gives it a gourmet feel without any work at all!

A great but simple marinade contributed by Dieter Insider Amy.

Fancy on the budget, fancy on the fare, light on the calories, and delicious in the air! This dish will make you feel spoiled, even when you are on a diet.

Tuna is a hearty piece of fish full of antioxidants and protein. This meal will leave you full and satisfied.

Grilling makes Plan Z easy and popular. This dish can be served to a whole family or even as part of an outdoor cookout party.

Summer grilling is not over yet. This one can be done on the grill, in the broiler, or follow my lead to sear it and roast it in your oven. The last option is used by French restaurants who serve steak.

Get out the grill! This is one way the Italians do steak. I took a Food Network recipe and Zolafied it to come up with this option for a healthy steak dinner.

This is a perfect way to start off the summer. Enjoy!

These burgers will travel well as a leftover. I came up with this recipe when I saw fresh wild-caught salmon on sale at the grocery store.

There was a restaurant in the late ‘70’s called Hillary’s. I used to get a craving for Hillary burgers so I ate them often so I decided I could make my own. This is the result.

This dish serves up nicely as a hot or cold item. I had mine warm for dinner and then for lunch they were great cold. They travel well too.

See how you can be “gourmet” and still be on a diet. My mission is always to make diet food that tastes good.

A great side dish with any meal.

This recipe was contributed by Plan Z dieter Karen. “The shrimp was delectable last night and I wanted to share the recipe, so here it goes!” - Karen

A Nicoise salad is a French tradition. I have had to change it to adapt to Plan Z but the adjustments made for a delightful change.

This recipe will work with any fish but why not try something different and grill some swordfish.

This is a great dish on a hot night. Perfect for the novice cook. Also good enough to invite company over or make this for a new date you are trying to impress.

This is a very light, Mexican meal. It’s great on a hot day… or anytime you have a hankering for fish tacos or a trip to the beach.

If you are not a major cook don’t worry. This looks harder than it is. Stick with this and you’ll love your chicken!

There’s no need for noodles or rice with this kind of Asian cooking.

When the chicken is done plate it with the veggies and then drizzle the whole thing with the dressing.

You can do this recipe in kebab form but I took a different twist and did the grilling in a grill basket.

These might sound a little suspect but they are really a delightful twist on your average hamburger.

Burgers with a Southern side!

This makes a nice, easy lunch or quick dinner.

These burgers are ultra-easy to make. You can even form patties and freeze them for later grilling or grill a bunch at once so you can have leftovers.

There are two stages to making burgers this way. The Rub. The Burger. If you are not a major cook don’t worry. This looks harder than it is. Stick with this and you’ll love your burgers!

This is a crazy burger. If you like your food full of flavor and spicy, this is for you. An Asian hamburger. Can’t beat it for variety. Surprise your friends with this one.

New recipe from Plan Z HQ. I was making a simple burger today for lunch and decided to jazz it up.

With Summer here, now's the time to try something different on the grill.

I wish I had come up with this kebab months ago! It’s a tad on the Asian-side, but not outright Asian-tasting.

Poblanos are not hot peppers, and after you roast them they take on a smoky, mild pepper taste. Makes for a delicious burger!

These are fun any time of year. I did them in the broiler this time so it was even easy during the winter.

This steak salad can be made extra spicy or just with a kick. This version has a kick but I give you instruction on how to crank up the heat if you like your food spicy. 

I wish I had come up with this kebob months ago! It was fun to go outside, fire up the grill and even eat on the patio.