Nothing says summer like barbecuing on the grill, and I will pretty much eat anything that’s been coated with a tasty BBQ sauce and cooked over an open flame! One of my all time favorite Weight Watchers Grilling Recipes involves barbecuing slices of sweet potatoes….YUM! I played around with a few different BBQ sauces to coat the potatoes with, and came up with one that is not only super low in calories, but that is also incredibly flavorful. This is a quick and easy summer recipe that makes the perfect low calorie side dish to just about any meal. So if you are busting out the grill anytime soon, add this Barbecued Sweet Potatoes Recipe to your list. Each satisfying serving is just 2 Points +!

Barbecued Sweet Potatoes Recipe

If you are looking for a tasty, low Points Plus way to cook some potatoes, give this tangy BBQ Sweet Potatoes Recipe a try. With just 2 Points + per serving, you’ll get a satisfying vegan side dish that’s full of flavors, but low on calories and is fat free.

Preparation time: 5 minute(s)

Cooking time: 10 minute(s)

Diet type: Vegan

Diet tags: Low calorie, Reduced fat

Number of servings (yield): 4

Culinary tradition: USA (Traditional)

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is ½ cup
Each serving = 2 Points +

PER SERVING: 100 calories; 0 g fat; 23 g carbohydrates; 2 g protein; 3 g fiber ]]> http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/07/12/barbecued-sweet-potatoes-recipe/feed/ 3 http://www.laaloosh.com/2010/06/29/bbq-sloppy-joe-recipe/ http://www.laaloosh.com/2010/06/29/bbq-sloppy-joe-recipe/#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 18:43:16 +0000 LaaLoosh http://www.laaloosh.com/?p=3388 A great idea for an easy and low calorie lunch recipe, this BBQ Turkey Sloppy Joe Sandwich is super yummy! It has just a 4 Point Total per sandwich, and is a perfect main dish for just about any meal. Made with ground turkey instead of ground beef, and served in an Orowheat Sandwich thin instead of a high calorie bun, this Sloppy Joe Sandwich Recipe becomes pretty weight watchers friendly. Pair it with a low point salad or roasted veggies for a fabulous and healthy lunch! And though this is not an official Weight Watchers Sloppy Joe Recipe, anyone who loves this traditional American meal will definitely appreciate the lower calorie version. Enjoy!

BBQ Sloppy Joe Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 Arnold Select Sandwich Thins Multi-Grain

Directions:
Brown turkey over medium high heat in a nonstick skillet coated with non-fat cooking spray, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add peppers and onion and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Add barbecue sauce, canned tomatoes, garlic powder, and chili powder; and cook for about 2-3 more minutes.
Open one of your sandwich thins and put 1/4th of turkey mixture on the bottom bun. Place bun top over the turkey mixture and serve.
*NOTE: You may want to toast your sandwich thin a bit first

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 1 sandwich
Each serving = 4 Point Total

Here’s another tasty Weight Watchers Momentum Plan Recipe to try out ASAP! It’s a fabulous Shrimp Skewer Recipe that is so deliciously zesty and flavorful, you’ll be making this dish again and again! And with just 1 Weight Watchers Point per serving, you can enjoy a few of these Shrimp Kabobs with absolutely no guilt. Each shrimp skewer is loaded with tons of protein and fiber, so they should help you feel full longer, and with the Point Value being so low, you can eat a lot of them — this is what makes this dish such a perfect Weight Watcher Recipe for anyone following the new Momentum Plan. Crushed red pepper gives this citrus shrimp basting mixture a zesty twist and a Caribbean flair. Feel free to add a little extra red pepper if you like more heat! This is definitely a dish you must add to your collection of Weight Watchers Recipes! And it’s perfect to make for holiday BBQ’s parties as well!

Caribbean Style Shrimp Skewers Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 tsp olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp minced onion
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 3/4 small crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 medium sized zucchinis, sliced into 1/2” slices
- 4 red bell pepper, chopped into bite size pieces
- 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
- 36 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact (about 1 pound)
- 1 1/2 medium limes, cut into 12 wedges
- 1 spray non fat cooking spray

Directions:
Prepare grill.
Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small skillet. Add onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until onion is tender.
Combine onion mixture, remaining 11?2 teaspoons olive oil, lime zest and next four ingredients in a small bowl.
Thread three shrimp and one lime wedge onto 12 (6-inch) skewers, and intersperse shrimp with alternating pieces of zucchini and red bell pepper. Brush with lime juice mixture. Place on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 6 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink. Makes 12 servings.

Serving size is 1 skewer
Each serving = 1 Weight Watchers Point

Everyone loves a good meatball…they are such a tasty appetizer and are perfect for any party or celebration. And this spicy BBQ meatball recipe is sure to be a hit at your holiday celebration this year! They are so easy to make and each serving of 2 meatballs is just 1 Weight Watchers Point. By making a few substitutions in the tradition hors d’ouvre recipe, its now much lower in fat and calories but still tastes fantastic, making it a wonderful Weight Watchers Holiday Recipe to serve this year. These juicy little meatballs taste so good, no one will even know that they are eating less calories than most all other meatball recipes! If you are a Weight Watcher and you want a healthy, low Point appetizer to prepare for your holiday bash, put this awesome holiday appetizer recipe into action!

Weight Watchers Spicy Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
- 1 cups uncooked quick oats
- 2 medium egg whites
- 1 large onions, finely chopped
- 1 medium garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cups parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp beef bouillon granules
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups barbecue sauce

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Combine all ingredients, except barbecue sauce, in a medium-size bowl; mix well.
Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Shape meatball mixture into sixty 1-inch balls; place on baking sheet.
Bake at 350ºF until cooked through, about 25 minutes. Transfer meatballs to a chafing dish or crockpot to keep warm.
Meanwhile, heat barbecue sauce over medium-high heat until hot. Pour sauce over cooked meatballs, toss gently and serve. Yields 2 meatballs per serving.

Each serving = 1 Weight Watchers Point

It’s a Labor day Weekend! Why not throw a fabulous end-of-summer party with minimal effort and minimal calories? Try this super delicious Labor Day Recipe that’s great for a holiday barbecue or anytime, for that matter! Homemade barbecue, creamy side salads and rich desserts don’t have to add on the pounds this Labor Day – you can serve your guests healthy recipes with very little effort at all. This tangy and sweet grilled halibut recipe is a perfect dish to serve this Labor Day Weekend. It’s healthy, delicious and clocks in at just 4 Weight Watchers Points per serving.

Pineapple Grilled Halibut Recipe

Ingredients:
1 1/4 pound halibut fillet(s), four 6 oz fillets cut 1/2-inch-thick each
1/2 medium pineapple, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick spears (about 2 cups)
1 spray nonfat cooking spray
1 Tbsp lime zest
2 Tbsp unpacked light brown sugar, divided
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp table salt
2 Tbsp ginger root, fresh, grated, divided
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Directions:
Preheat grill and coat with nonfat cooking spray. Place zest, lime juice, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of ginger, salt and cayenne pepper in a resealable plastic bag; seal bag and shake to combine. Add fish to bag. Reseal, shake again, place bag on a plate and allow to marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes, turning once. Meanwhile, in a second plastic bag, place remaining tablespoon each of brown sugar and ginger, and pineapple. Seal bag and allow to marinate for 5 minutes; remove pineapple and add resulting juices to fish bag. Grill pineapple until heated through, turning once, about 8 minutes. Remove to a serving platter; cover with foil to keep warm. Cook fish over direct heat, brushing with marinade, until cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Place on serving platter with pineapple. Serves 4.

Serving Size = 1 fillet plus 1/2 cup of pineapple
4 Weight Watchers Points per serving

One of my most favorite 4th of July BBQ foods is a good old fashioned, fresh from the grill hamburger or cheeseburger! Unfortunately, those burgers can come with some pretty hefty nutritional stats. But my recipe is so amazingly delicious, it will knock your socks off! And don’t worry — it’s not a veggie burger or even a turkey burger — it’s a real, honest-to-goodness real beef hamburger! It’s the perfect Weight Watchers Fourth of July recipe to use if you are following the Weight Watchers plan, but still want to partake in all the holiday BBQ yumminess! This is definitely you’ll want to add to your 4th of July picnic’s menu!

4th of July Hamburger Recipe

Ingredients:
1 package of Wonder Light Hamburger Buns (8 buns in package)
32 oz. extra lean ground beef (it should be around 140 calories for 4 oz)
1/4 cup egg whites
1 packet of dry ranch seasoning/salad mix
4 minced garlic gloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg whites, ranch seasoning mix, garlic, and salt and pepper together, until thoroughly blended. Form meat into 8 flat and thin hamburger shaped patties. Barbecue on the grill until desired level of cooking is reaching. Place patty on bun and garnish. Enjoy!

*You can garnish your hamburger with any of the following and it will not affect the Weight Watchers Points value: lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, jalapeños, roasted peppers, or mushrooms.
**Make it a cheeseburger by adding a slice of reduced fat swiss or cheddar cheese, and add on 1 additional Weight Watchers Point

Serves 8.
Each serving = 4 Weight Watchers Points

Since the Fourth of July is coming up in just a few days, and just about everyone I know will be going to some kind of cookout, barbecue or picnic. I thought I’d share a few awesome, healthy, low calorie recipes that are easy to make and perfect for that 4th of July BBQ! So I’ve decided to devote this week’s posts entirely to yummy, yet low in Point Value, Fourth of July barbecue recipes! If you are looking for healthy barbecue foods to take to your holiday celebration, you’ve come to the right place. Make sure to stop back every day this week and check out my Weight Watcher Fourth of July Recipes!

My first 4th of July recipe is for the amazingly delicious Weight Watcher Cajun Chicken Wraps. With just a 3 Weight Watcher Point Value per serving, these babies are not only diet friendly, but they are SO good and so easy to share, making them a perfect Fourth of July picnic treat!

Weight Watcher Cajun Chicken Wrap Recipe

Ingredients:
3/4 pound uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips3 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
4 medium tortillas, flour, fat-free
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 small onion(s), red, thinly sliced
1 tsp paprika
2 cup mixed baby greens
3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
8 medium basil, leaves
1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
4 tsp fat-free mayonnaise
1 small tomato cut into strips
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Mix the 3 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, paprika and flour. Season chicken with salt and pepper and coat with seasoning mixture. Spray a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Over medium-high heat, add chicken to pan and sauté until cooked through (approximately about 1 to 2 minutes per side). Remove chicken from heat and set aside. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning for the dressing. On each tortilla, spread 1 teaspoon dressing, add greens, onion slices, two basil leaves and some slices of tomatoes. Top with chicken pieces and wrap. Enjoy!
Serves 4.
Each serving = 3 Point Value

With summer barbecues on the calendar, this crock pot recipe is a perfect dish to serve! It’s easy to make and, tastes delicious, and is relatively low in calories compared to the typical BBQ Beef Sandwich recipes. Serve with some veggies, salads (try my Zero Points Cumin Tomato Salad) or fresh fruit to help keep the Points down for the entire meal. With just 9 Weight Watchers Points per BBQ sandwich, this barbeque recipe is sure to satisfy your guests without ruining your diet!

Barbecue Beef Sandwiches Recipe

Ingredients:
3 pounds beef boneless chuck roast (try to get the leanest meat available)
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons red or green bell pepper — chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar — packed
1 small onion — sliced
12 whole grain hamburger buns or Kaiser rolls — split

Remove excess fat from beef. Cut beef into 4 pieces. Place beef in 4 or 5 quart slow cooker.
Mix remaining ingredients except buns; pour over beef. Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until beef is tender. Remove beef from slow cooker. Cut beef into thin slices; stir back into sauce. Cover and cook on low heat setting 20 to 30 minutes longer or until beef is hot. Fill buns with beef mixture. Spread the buns with horseradish sauce for a delicious flavor kick!

Serving Size = 1 Sandwich

While it might not be authentic barbecue, these BBQ beef sandwiches are loaded up with flavor and are slow cooked to tender perfection. With a few tweaks, this tasty barbecue recipe can be used for any Weight Watchers member who wants to indulge a bit, but not blow too many Points. And this is something the whole family can enjoy. Great recipe for parties and potlucks too!

BBQ Beef Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients:

2 1/2 lb. extra lean boneless chuck roast
1/4 cup tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 garlic clove — crushed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 French rolls or sandwich buns; try to find low calorie, high fiber rolls

Place beef in slow cooker. Combine remaining ingredients, except rolls. Pour over meat. Cover and cook on LOW 8 to 9 hours. Refrigerate or prepare barbecue sandwiches now. Shred beef by pulling it apart with 2 forks. Add one cup sauce. Reheat mixture in microwave or on stovetop. Spoon BBQ beef onto warm, open-face rolls or buns. Top with additional warm sauce if desired.

Serves 12 Per Serving: 298 Calories; 16g Fat; 18g Protein; 19g Carbohydrates; 1g Dietary Fiber; 3g; Cholesterol; 373mg Sodium.

Weight Watchers Points Value = 7 per BBQ beef sandwich