5 Meatless Meals Under 400 Calories for Every Friday of Lent

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Lent is a time when Christians observe fasting, prayer, penance and reflection for 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday, the day when Jesus Christ is risen again. Here are some Friday meatless meals under 400 calories that you can prepare for this season:

1.) Baked tofu and buckwheat spring salad

Soy is a great source of protein and on days where meat is not allowed, this is a viable alternative that's also perfect for vegetarians as well. This recipe from Pop Sugar combines firm tofu for protein and salad made from buckwheat groats and various vegetables like carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce and avocado. It's only 294 calories that is high in protein, fiber and healthy fats.

2.) Thai salad and cauliflower rice wrap

If you're hoping for a quick and easy to make meal, this recipe from Food Faith Fitness should come in handy. It's vegetarian and high in protein so even without meat, you get the energy you need from peanut sauce that is made from peanut flour instead of peanut butter. Cauliflower rice is also a great and healthier alternative than white rice as it provides great nutritional value minus a whole lot of calories while adding crisp and texture to this dish. One wrap is only 330 calories.

3.) Layered roasted veggie, sweet potato & black bean tortilla pie with homemade enchilada sauce

Craving for Mexican food but can't have meat, this vegetarian tortilla recipe from Ambitious Kitchen is an answered prayer. Make use of vegetarian refried beans for the filling and use vegetables that are available in the kitchen or to your liking. To make it gluten-free, use corn tortillas in this recipe. This recipe is only 356 calories per serving and takes under an hour to prep and make.

4.) Spinach and sun-dried tomato omelet sandwich

Looking for a healthy breakfast sandwich recipe or a light snack? This egg sandwich recipe from The Healthy Foodie is only 149 calories per serving. The dish can also be made with any vegetables that are on-hand and can be made to-go if you need to have a filling sustenance while traveling.

5.) Kale goat cheese pizza

Get your pizza fix minus the guilt. The goat cheese helps offset the calories while providing the cheesy goodness that we all clamor for. This recipe from Eat Good 4 Life is only 314 calories per serving.