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Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini Recipe – 0 Points +

LaaLoosh — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:59:05 +0000

I’ve always been a believer that less is more, and this Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini Recipe supports that theory. With just a few simple ingredients, this roasted vegetables side dish is incredibly flavorful, yet very low calorie. The cherry tomatoes are vibrant, and full of a tart, juicy flavor. While the tender, sweet zucchini contrasts it. The slightly smoky taste from the roasting enhances the natural flavor of the vegetables, and it truly just tastes amazing. It’s such an easy vegetable side dish recipe to make and it goes so well with a variety of meals. Serve it over rice with some soy sauce, on top of some 0 Points spaghetti squash, or just eat it by itself! NOTE: Because this recipe only involves vegetables and trace amounts of olive oil, I count it as 0 Points. However, if you enter the nutritional values into your Weight Watchers calculator, it comes up as 1 Points +.

Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini Recipe

A great low calorie side dish to any meal, these Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini are flavorful and fresh. At 0 Points + per serving, it’s a wonderful guilt free vegetable recipe.

Ingredients

2 medium sized zucchini, chopped into bite sized pieces
1 small container of cherry tomatoes (about 20 tomatoes), sliced in half
Non-fat olive oil cooking spray
1 tsp sea salt

Instructions

Preheat oven or toaster oven to 450 degrees.
Line a small baking sheet with aluminum foil (for easy cleanup) and lightly mist with the non-fat cooking spray.
Place tomatoes and zucchini onto baking sheet and lightly mist with non-fat cooking spray or olive oil mister, then sprinkle evenly with the sea salt.
Roast in oven until vegetables start to char, about 15-20 minutes.
Serve immediately.

Quick Notes

NOTE: Because this Roasted Tomatoes and Zucchini Recipe only uses vegetables and trace amounts of olive oil, I count it as 0 Points +. However, if you add up the nutritional information and plug it into your Weight Watchers Calculator, you’ll see that it comes up as 1 Points +. So it’s up to you how you want to count it.

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 20 minute(s)

Number of servings (yield): 4

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 1/2 cup
Each serving = 0 Points +

PER SERVING: 43 calories; 0g fat; 8g carbohydrates; 3g protein; 3g fiber

Trader Joe’s Low Calorie Queso Cheese Dip – 0 Points Plus

LaaLoosh — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:05:33 +0000

Man, I love Trader Joe’s….what did I ever do before this store existed? Just recently, I was spotted their Trader Joe’s Queso Cheese Dip on the shelf, and was REALLY craving some. I almost walked away, assuming that it’d be super fattening and way too many Points Plus, but I decided to pick it up and just have a look. Well I’m sure glad I did!!! I was BLOWN AWAY by what I saw on the nutritional label…each 2 tbsp serving has 0 Points Plus!!! That’s right, people…ZERO POINTS PLUS!!! And it tastes really good! So if you’ve got a craving for some cheesy nachos made with Queso Dip, Trader Joe’s, once again, is the place to go. I just bought about 10 jars of this stuff! Perfect for a quick and easy low calorie game day dip too…no one will have any idea that it’s low calorie. P.S. Check out the nutritional stats…

Trader Joe’s Low Calorie Queso Cheese Dip

With a bold cheesy flavor and a spicy kick, it’s hard to believe this queso dip has 0 Points Plus. But joy to the world…it does. And by the way, did I mention that you can eat the WHOLE JAR for 5 Points Plus!??!? Oh Em Gee. I’m in love.
The nutritional information on this dip is beyond amazing….take a look….

Entire package has 11 servings
Serving size is 2 tbsp
Each serving = 0 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 15 calories; 0.5 g fat; 3 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber

So run…don’t walk to your nearest Trader Joe’s and pick some up, ASAP!

Crystal Light Mocktails – 0 Points Plus

LaaLoosh — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:00:32 +0000

I’m not always one to fill up on artificial sweeteners, but every now and then, I think it’s OK to indulge a bit. And these new Non-Alcoholic Mocktail Mixes from Crystal Light are a great way to splurge! Instead of filling up on the high calorie cocktails that I love, I can crab one of these tasty little drinks for just 5 calories per serving, which is 0 Points Plus. Serve them chilled, over ice, or blended with ice for a tasty low calorie summer drink that tastes just as good as the real thing (well, almost!) but without all the extra carbohydrates and calories, or the alcohol buzz. Keep reading to find out more!

Crystal Light Mocktails Drink Mixes

Crystal Light’s non-alcoholic powdered drink mixes come in in Appletini, Margarita, and Mojito. Yum! Each packet has 8 servings and makes a 2qt pitcher. Which means, if you really feel like it, you could drink the entire 2 quarts for just 40 calories. So don’t hesitate to satisfy your thirst for a light and refreshing mocktail this summer! Check out Crystal Light’s Facebook Page and learn more about these tasty beverages, along with their other low calorie drink mixes.

Diet Peach Wine Cooler Recipe – 0 Points +

LaaLoosh — Thu, 05 May 2011 21:33:20 +0000

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Another great addition to a Mother’s Day Brunch would be this easy and delicious Diet Peach Cooler Recipe! Crisp, light and refreshing, each serving has 0 Points +! By reducing the amount of wine used and by using Welch’s Diet Peach Twist Juice instead of peach nectar, I was able to get the calorie count a lot lower, thus lowering the Points + value. And though I’ll be including it as a part of my Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes, it also makes a great low calorie drink recipe for summer BBQ’s and picnics too. If you prefer it sans booze, just sub out the wine with 1/2 cup more of the juice, and 1/2 cup more of the seltzer, and you And with a lot of my close friends doing Weight Watchers, I think this low calorie cocktail recipe is going to be a popular poolside drink around here this summer!

Diet Peach Wine Cooler Recipe

The perfect 0 Points Plus Cocktail Recipe for your Mother’s Day Brunch, or to enjoy at afternoon poolside this summer! This Diet Peach Wine Cooler is fresh and light, and will make a wonderful compliment to many summer recipes. If you are looking for a refreshing, sparkling wine cooler recipe that will help you reach your Weight Watchers goals, give this one a try!

Ingredients

2 cups Diet Welch’s Peach Twist Juice
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups seltzer
4 slices fresh peach

Instructions

Combine seltzer, wine and diet peach juice in a pitcher.
Divide among 4 ice-filled glasses. Garnish with fresh peach slices.

Variations

If you don’t have the Welch’s Diet Peach Juice, you can use traditional peach nectar or peach juice, and your cocktail will be about 2 Points + each.

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time:

Diet type: Vegetarian

Diet (other): Low calorie, Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate

Number of servings (yield): 4

Meal type: cocktail

Culinary tradition: USA (Southern)

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 1 glass
Each serving = 0 Points +

PER SERVING: 52 calories; 0g fat; 4 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber

Frozen Mint Lemonade Recipe – 0 Points +

LaaLoosh — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:06:27 +0000

It was a sunny and beautiful this weekend here in California, and the heat had me craving a cold, icy beverage. I realized that it was time to whip out my blender and get to work! One of my absolute, all time favorite frozen drink recipes ever is the Israeli Limonada that I was introduced to on one of my trips to Israel. A limonada, or limonana (as it’s sometimes called) is a mint lemonade slushie type drink. It’s such an easy recipe, but OH EM GEE is it good!!! So deliciously refreshing and aesthetically appealing, it’s a great idea for a low calorie summer drink recipe for your parties/BBQ’s this year. The original limonana recipe uses sugar, which of course tastes amazing, but in order to cut down on the calories and Weight Watchers PointsPlus, I just subbed out the sugar with Splenda, which gives it a 0 Points + value. Yipee!!!! Though, when making this for my son or husband (or myself when I have some PointsPlus to spare), I use an organic sugar to keep it less artificial. Either way, it tastes fantastic and is so ridiculously easy to make, you’ll find yourself whipping these babies up on a very frequent basis. Enjoy!

Frozen Mint Lemonade Recipe

An easy WW Frozen Drink Recipe that is so light and refreshing, you may just find yourself making it on a regular basis! This Mint Lemonade Slush Recipe is seriously to die for, and it has 0 Points +! Adapated from the traditional Israeli Mint Limonada Recipe, this lighter version is a treat for your tastebuds AND your waistline.

Ingredients

1 cup ice cubes
1 cup water
juice of one lemon
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (about 8-10)
2 packets Splenda

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and use the “crush ice” mode for about 10 seconds.
Switch to “puree” mode and process for about another 15 seconds or until very smooth.

If you don’t want to use artificial sweetener, switch out the Splenda for 5 tsp of sugar, and count the entire recipe as 2 Points +.

Cooking time (duration): 5

Diet type: Vegan

Diet (other): Low calorie

Number of servings (yield): 1

Meal type: cocktail

Culinary tradition: Middle Eastern

Entire recipe makes 1 16 oz serving
Serving size is the entire recipe
Each serving = 0 Points +

PER SERVING: 15 calories; 0g fat; 0 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber

Homemade Tomato and Basil Sauce Recipe – 0 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 23:55:48 +0000

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Light and delicious, this Homemade Tomato and Basil sauce Recipe is the perfect summer dish! Use it to top low calorie pasta or grilled chicken breasts for a tasty, weight watchers friendly meal. And with a 0 Point Total per serving, you can enjoy this Italian sauce recipe without worrying about using up too many Weight Watchers Points. It’s super easy to make and tastes wonderfully fresh! If you are looking for an easy, no-cook sauce recipe that the whole family will enjoy, this one will definitely take the cake. Enjoy!

Homemade Tomato and Basil Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:
- 4 cups Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
In a large glass mixing bowl, combine all ingredients; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.

Entire Recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is ½ cup
Each serving = 0 Point Total

Low Calorie Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe – 0 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:30:00 +0000

This delicious tangy Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe is a fabulous, 0 Points Total dish that’s super easy to make, yet is a unique substitute for traditional salads. It’s a tasty side dish recipe that was given to me by another Weight Watchers member, and I’m so glad I gave it a try! All the ingredients have 0 Weight Watchers Points, so each serving would have to be pretty big in order to rack up any Points. This can be eaten alone as a salad, or makes a wonderful garnish or topping for healthy meat recipes. If you want a good low calorie salad to add to your Weight Watchers Salad Recipes repertoire, this is one to consider!

Low Calorie Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe

Ingredients:
- 6 regular sized cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup Splenda (the kind in the box for baking, not the packets)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp sliced fresh hot red or green chilies (use more if you like it spicy!)

**You can peel the cumbers if you prefer, but I left the skin on on for more flavor and texture.

Directions:
Combine vinegar, water, spelnda and salt and boil until Splenda and salt are dissolved. Remove from heat, cool to room temp.
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, shallots, red onion and chilies. Add cooled vinegar mixture and toss. Enjoy!

Serving size = 1 cup
Each serving = 0 Point Total

Crystal Light Popsicles – 0 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:42:36 +0000

Ok, I know it’s been a LOOOONG time since I’ve posted last, but it’s been pretty crazy here at LaaLoosh headquarters. With all the Weight Watchers drama, amongst a gazillion other things, I’ve had absolutely no time to blog. But, since today is Fabulous Food Find Friday, I had to find a moment or two to mention these rockin’ 0 Point Total popsicles from none other than Crystal Light! It’s starting to get pretty darn hot outside these days, and I’ve been super psyched to hit the freezer aisle at the supermarket to see what new low calorie frozen treats are in store. And when I came across these 15 calorie popsicles, I was so excited to give them a try!

Crystal Light Popsicles

If you like Crystal Light drink mixes, you’ll go bonkers for their delicious new popsicles! These Crystal Light Frozen Pops are sugar free, and have just 15 calories each. They are the perfect cool down treat, with absolutely ZERO guilt. A great diabetic dessert option as well! They come in super yummy flavors like: Lemonade, Pink Lemonade, Peach Iced Tea, Classic Orange, Cherry Pomegranate, and more! You can eat up to 3 of these frozen treats and STILL have it be zero Points Total! Woo Hoo!!! This is a great snack for any Weight Watcher. Being on Weight Watchers myself, these are going to be my savior this summer. If you want a tasty, low calorie popsicle that doesn’t taste like water, these Crystal Light Frozen Pops are a must try! So make room in your freezer and stock up!

Pico de Gallo Salsa Recipe – 0 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Thu, 28 May 2009 15:49:10 +0000

Another fabulously delicious 0 point value recipe to share today! This weight watcher pico de gallo recipe is so fresh and tasty, and yet so incredibly HEALTHY! Loaded with fiber, vitamins and antioxidants, this homemade salsa recipe beats a store bought brand any day. It tastes SO much better than all the preservative filled ones that you buy in a jar. And the fact that you can eat quite a bit of this without using any of your Weight Watchers Points is a huge plus! This salsa recipe is perfect to serve with some baked tortilla chips for a low calorie, healthy Weight Watchers snack. Try it over a baked potato, or on top of an egg white omelet! If you are following the Weight Watchers program, this pico de gallo recipe will be a fabulous addition to your collection of Weight Watchers recipes. Enjoy!

Pico de Gallo Salsa Recipe

Ingredients:
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 chile peppers, mild or hot, seeded and finely chopped (I used jalapeno)
- 2 tbsp chopped bell pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves (no stems)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:
In a medium sized bowl, combine all ingredients.

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is approx 1/2 cup
Each serving = 0 point value

This recipe was created by Gina’s WW Recipes.

Parsley and Lemon Zest Pasta Recipe – 0 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Wed, 27 May 2009 16:30:38 +0000

I know have said this many times before, but I am a huge fan of Miracle Noodle. They have a ZERO CALORIE pasta that truly wants to make me do flips with excitement. Granted, it’s not as perfect as regular pasta, but for zero calories and zero fat, you just can’t beat it. Plus, I’ve got a ton of weight watcher pasta recipes that incorporates Miracle Noodles and they are super yummy! One of my favorites, in fact, is this zesty Parsley and Lemon Pasta. It’s so light and fresh, and is the perfect summer side dish recipe that goes great with fish or chicken. I also like that you can serve this dish warm or cold! Though, I have found that I like it best at room temperature. Too hot or too cold is not quite as good. The only ingredient that has any calories in this pasta recipe is the olive oil. So each serving comes out to a 0 point value!! LOOOOOOOVE it!!! Seriously, if you haven’t gotten on board with Miracle Noodle yet, you’ve gotta give it a try. You can get SO much quantity from these Miracle Noodle Recipes that you really get filled up and can actually enjoy what you are eating. Seriously, this calorie free, fat free pasta is a Weight Watchers best friend.

Parsley and Lemon Zest Pasta Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 packs Miracle Noodle Mini-Pearls
- 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. coarse (kosher) salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
- Grated zest from 2 lemons
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

** You can add more salt and pepper to suit your taste
** Feel free to throw in some other 0 point veggies to jazz it up. I loved it with tomatoes added!

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Directions:
Drain and rinse the pearls well; transfer to a serving bowl. Add oil and remaining ingredients;
toss to combine flavors. Spoon 1 cup onto each of 4 dinner plates and top with the Weight Watchers chicken recipe or Weight Watchers fish recipe of your choice.

Entire Recipe makes 4 servings
Serving Size is 1 cup
Each serving = 0 point value

*This is not an official Weight Watchers Side Dish Recipe or a Weight Watchers Pasta Recipe.