| | Cinco de Mayo is celebrated all across the United States, even though many are not entirely sure what it represents. Historians can fill you in. Celebrations mean food, and lots of it. So we kick off this week with a collection of lighter Cinco de Mayo recipes. | | Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo is widely celebrated in the United States, even though it relates to Mexican culture and heritage. Many believe it's a celebration of Mexican independence. In fact, it marks the day that a small Mexican army defeated a much larger French army in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. It is nonetheless a great excuse to indulge in some delicious Mexican-inspired fare. | Chicken and Black Bean Soup You don't need to wait until May 5th to enjoy this yummy southwestern soup. enjoy with some mini corn muffins. | Pork and Pineapple Kebabs Who doesn't love food on a stick? These succulent pork kebabs make a delicious family-friendly meal that's healthy and flavorful. | Skinny Fish and Chips Growing up in England, I fondly remember eating fish and chips. Generously sprinkled with malt vinegar and an unhealty dose of salt, the deep-fried, battered cod and chips was as delicious as it was unhealthy. So here's a skinny version that allows us to enjoy a healthy portion of fish, without all the fat and calories. | | | | Related Searches | | | | Featured Articles | | | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics | | | | You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Low Fat Cooking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com | | | | Must Reads | | | Follow me on: | | | | Advertisement | |
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