Weight Watchers Zucchini Spread recipe
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
3 1/2 cups (about 1 pound) zucchini, unpeeled, shredded
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans, dry roasted
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely snipped
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
pepper, to taste
You can serve this as a dip for fresh vegetables, crackers or pita chips. I think it would also be great for a sandwich spread. There are a few variations you can try (with sun-dried tomatoes, toasted nuts or olives)… either way, it’s very tasty!
Weight Watchers White Bean and Garlic Spread recipe
Makes 12 servings
Ingredients
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped (1 teaspoon)
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1/2 cup chopped parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1/4 cup toasted nuts (optional)
1/8-1/4 cup olives, sliced (optional)
2-3 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped (optional)
rosemary sprigs (to garnish)
salt and pepper, to taste
I love using this light, low-fat dressing on my salads. It’s a very healthy and tasty alternative to mayo or other heavy dressings. It’s also great on sandwiches, coleslaw or potato salads.
Weight Watchers Yogurt Dressing recipe
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
garlic salt, to taste (optional)
This is a very nice sauce that’s not too spicy. It’s great served with crab cakes.
Weight Watchers Thai Dipping Sauce recipe - 2 points recipe
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
8 Thai red chili peppers, seeded
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 shallot, minced
2/3 cup rice vinegar
2/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
Preparation
1. Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce the heat to very low, cover and simmer for about 45 minutes (up to 1 hour), or until the sauce has thickened.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
4. Transfer to small dipping dishes and serve.
WW POINTS per serving: 2
Nutritional information per serving: 104 calories, 0.4g fat, 1.9g fiber
Weight Watchers Mushroom Sauce recipe
Makes 2 cups
Ingredients
1 cup chopped mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons minced onions
1/2 cup tomato puree
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup left over home-made beef gravy (or brown gravy made from a packet)
2-5 drops Maggi seasoning (or Worcestershire sauce)
salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation
1. Saute the onions in butter until very tender.
2. Add the mushrooms and saute for about 2-3 more minutes.
3. Add the wine, simmer, and reduce by half.
4. Add the beef gravy and tomato puree and simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. Add the Maggi seasoning, salt and pepper to taste (you can also try adding your favorite herbs to this sauce).
6. Serve with steak or roasted turkey or chicken.
WW POINTS for one cup: 6
Nutritional information for one cup: 248 calories, 14.5g fat, 2.1g fiber
