Lightfare
Lightfare (often written as light fare) is a term used in the culinary and hospitality industries to describe food items designed to be lighter than traditional, richer dishes. It generally refers to meals or snack options that are lower in calories, fat, and portion size, or easier to digest. The term is not a formal culinary category but rather a marketing or menu descriptor.
In practice, lightfare appears on restaurant menus, airline catering, hospital cafeterias, and school programs as a
The one-word variant lightfare is less common; most usage uses the two words "light fare." When used
See also: diet, healthful eating; lighter menu; low-calorie meals; portion control.