How to Eat Less: Becoming Portion Aware

The eleventh Healthy Habits challenge: Be portion aware. Find simple strategies that can help you eat a little less—without even thinking.

250-Calorie Main Dishes

Start with a main dish that’s lower in calories, pair with simple roasted or steamed vegetables or a salad, and you’re on the road to a healthy dinner any night of the week.

Low-Cal Pesto Halibut Kebabs
Photo: Lee Harrelson

Pesto Halibut Kebabs

Serve this dish with Israeli couscous tossed with toasted sliced almonds, dried cranberries, and chopped fresh parsley. If you can't find fresh halibut, substitute another mild, firm white fish. And change up the color palette by selecting red, orange, or yellow bell peppers.

View Recipe: Pesto Halibut Kebabs


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