Breakfast

This weight watchers breakfast recipe may be surprising to some considering my declarations of hatred for all things egg.  As a rule, I am not a fan of classic breakfast foods.  I enjoy a nice waffle, donut or pancake on occasion, but typically I avoid them along with bacon, eggs and the like.  Over the last few years, however, I have learned that I really enjoy our simple Weight Watchers Veggie Egg Scramble.  Not only is it well seasoned, but it contains some of my favorite veggies and just a touch of cheese.  This has become one of our quick go-to breakfasts and is loved by everyone in our house.

Weight Watchers Veggie Egg Scramble

I tyically use a combination of spinach, onion and tomato in this veggie egg scramble, however, I really love that this kind of dish can be amped up with all of your favorite vegetables and flavors.

Consider adding: 

• Green onion
• Bell Pepper
• Cumin or Taco seasoning
• Broccoli
• Cauliflower
• Black olives
• Mushrooms
• Salsa
• Verde sauce
• Jalapeno Peppers
• Green Chile

Why this over other breakfasts?  For our family, even me the one who doesn’t like eggs typically, this packs flavor, fiber, and protein.  All things I need to feel full and satisfied.  The little bit of sharp cheddar gives me that richness I am looking for, and the veggies add not just nutrients, but they add fiber which is great for my digestion, but also for helping me stay full longer.

I don’t have to add meat into it, but if I do it is usually something like a side of this homemade chicken or turkey breakfast sausage from my friend Melissa’s blog.  It is simple, easy and can be made in large batches.  It’s a great Weight Watchers breakfast item that is low in points value also, so you can have a super hearty breakfast for under 10 points.  While that may seem like a bit much for one meal, it really is a great meal that would keep you satisfied for hours.

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Veggie Egg Scramble

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

10 mins

Total time

15 mins

 

Makes 6 Servings 5 PointsPlus per serving 3 SmartPoints per serving on Beyond the Scale 1 SmartPoint per serving on FreeStyle Plan or FlexPlan

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 6 Large Eggs (Cage Free)
• 1 Organic Tomato Diced
• 3 Cups Organic Baby Spinach
• ½ Organic Red Onion Diced
• 1 Clove Garlic Crushed & Minced
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
• 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
• ½ Cup Organic 2% Sharp Cheddar Cheese (we love Cabot brand)
• 1½ Tablespoons Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, beat together eggs, black pepper, and salt, set aside.
2. Bring olive oil to temperature in large skillet
3. Add in tomato, spinach, onion, and garlic and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until veggies are cooked through.
4. Pour beaten eggs over vegetables and cook for additional 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally. Cook until egg is set.
5. Remove from heat and sprinkle with cheese.

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This simple veggie egg scramble is a perfect meal to make in advance and portion for easy on the go breakfasts. The Wee Child loves this in a toasted corn tortilla like a taco or burrito.  He even adds a touch more Verde sauce or salsa for heat.  I am always amazed at this boy and his love of hot foods!

While we love this blend of vegetables, you can easily add or omit other fresh vegetables your family prefers.  My Beau loves when I add mushrooms and use a bit of Feta instead of the cheddar on his servings.  The base is the same, yet can easily become whatever your family loves the most with the simple suggestions listed above.

Check out other favorite Weight Watchers Recipes! 

Weight Watchers Banana Pancakes

Weight Watchers Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal

Weight Watchers Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Weight Watchers Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Weight Watchers Crockpot Chicken Verde

If you haven’t figured it out by now, let me clue you in to the fact that we love Chinese food.  We love the Asian and Indian influences in our meals and gravitate toward those flavors.  So when I say take out Chinese is a regular purchase, I wouldn’t be lying.  The problem is the high fat and calories, along with all the MSG leave us miserable.  These Weight Watchers Baked Veggie Egg Rolls take a little bit of work to make but are well worth it.  Not only do they offer the crispy wonton taste I come to expect with take out, but they are full of simple flavors and overall fairly inexpensive to whip up.

Depending on your Weight Watchers points “budget” for the day, they are a great snack or meal in themselves.  Pair with some brown rice, steamed veggies and Teriyaki Chicken for a full meal.  Just be careful and remember to account for everything because those points add up quickly.  At Only 3 Points Each they are a hearty and tasty substitute for your higher fat local take out version.

WEIGHT WATCHERS BAKED VEGGIE EGG ROLLS

INGREDIENTS
12 Egg Roll Wrappers
1/4-1/2 Cup Water
4 Cups Shredded Cabbage (We have used the generic cole slaw mix or hand shredded – your preference)
1/2 Cup Shredded Carrot
1 Can Bean Sprouts (Drained)
1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
2 Teaspoons Ground Ginger
1/4 Cup Lite Soy Sauce or Bragg’s Liquid Amino’s
2 Teaspoons Sesame Oil

DIRECTIONS

• In a large skillet heat 1/4 Cup water along with cabbage.  If it seems to be too dry and sticking add extra water as needed.
• Once cabbage begins to cook and become translucent,drain excess liquid and return to heat.
• Add in ginger, garlic, soy and bean sprouts and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until flavors are well incorporated and all veggies are cooked through.
• Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
• Line baking sheet with aluminum foil, or use silicone baking mats.
• Drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil onto baking sheet and spread to cover all edges lightly.
• Place wonton wrapper on clean surface and scoop approximately 2 tablespoons veggie filling into center.  Fold sides over and roll forming egg roll.  Seal ends with pinch or touch of water.
• Place egg rolls on lined baking sheet.
• Drizzle remaining sesame oil on top of egg rolls and spread across tops to help “crisp” as they cook and add flavor.
• Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes.  For a darker brown/crisp cook on broil for 3-4 minutes.

These weight watchers baked veggie egg rolls are fast becoming a favorite in our house.  Chock full of tasty vegetables and lighter than the traditional deep fried variety, they offer that satisfying crunch and flavor we are always craving.  Paired with our Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken, Weight Watchers Sesame Peanut Snow Peas and Easy Hot and Sour Soup you have a feast fit for a king.

I have been looking for a good Weight Watchers breakfast ideas, and never even considered oatmeal to be a choice.  I have been anti-oatmeal since I was a little girl.  I remember my Sister loved instant oatmeal, and I always tried to like it because it smelled so good, but it just didn’t taste right.  As an adult, I have tried various kinds and always found the same problem.  Between texture and overall flavor, I just didn’t like it.  That is until I started making steel cut oatmeal for my Beau.  As I was creating various flavor combinations, I would test to make sure I had it right.  Lo and behold, I found that I actually liked the texture of steel cut oatmeal.  This Weight Watchers Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal is now in our regular breakfast rotation, and I gladly eat it too!

I love this Weight Watchers oatmeal breakfast because it not only tastes delicious, it is really satisfying.  With the addition of fresh or dehydrated apples to the oatmeal, I find it hearty enough to eat a smaller portion.  It sticks with me until my morning snack (usually Greek yogurt or fresh fruit).  Not only is it easy to make on the stove top, you can easily put this into your Crockpot on low and make a big batch to portion out later!

WEIGHT WATCHERS APPLE CINNAMON STEEL CUT OATMEAL

The Wee Child hasn’t quite gotten into the habit of eating steel cut oatmeal, but he likes this one because of the flavor.  It can be tough finding a Weight Watchers breakfast or Weight Watchers oatmeal that everyone in the house will love, but this one does the trick.

We typically sweeten with honey, but you can easily use maple syrup or black strap molasses instead.  Whatever your preference, this recipe is simple to adapt.

Weight Watchers Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

15 mins

Total time

20 mins

 

Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

• ½ cup steel cut oats
• 1 Organic Gala Apple Peeled & Diced (you may use your favorite type of apple - we prefer Gala)
• 2 Cups Water
• 1 Cup 1% Organic Milk
• 2 Tablespoons honey
• 1 Teaspoon Organic Pure Vanilla Extract
• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon (may sprinkle more on top if desired)
• ⅛ Teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring water, milk, honey, and vanilla to a boil.
2. Mix in apples and oatmeal and stir well.
3. Turn to medium heat and allow to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. Add the cinnamon and salt.
5. Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and serve.
7. If cooking in Crockpot, spray Crockpot with a non-stick spray and pour all ingredients into the crock mixing well. Cook on low for 1½-2 hours or until desired consistency.

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3 PointsPlus per serving

4 SmartPonts on Beyond the Scale, FreeStyle Plan, and Flex Plan

Since this Weight Watchers oatmeal takes a little bit longer to cook than the common quick cut oats, you may prefer the simple Crockpot directions listed above.  Additionally, cooking larger batches and portioning to freeze is a great idea.  This apple cinnamon steel cut oatmeal reheats quickly in the microwave and retains it’s texture well from freezer to microwave to table.

For a non-oatmeal fan, this Weight Watchers Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal is a great breakfast.  It is also a wonderful treat for dessert, or depending on your calorie or point allowance, it can make a great snack too!

Be sure to check out all of our favorite Weight Watchers Recipes!

Weight Watchers Veggie Egg Scramble

Weight Watchers Baked Veggie Egg Rolls

Weight Watchers Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup

Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken

Emilee is at it again this week another amazing recipe.  These Zero Point Muffin Tin Eggs are a great option to meal prep just for easy zero point meals.  Yes, if you are using the Weight Watchers FreeStyle Plan or FlexPlan, you’ll know that zero point foods are cropping up everywhere and this is going to be a new favorite.

For those of us new to WW, you may be wondering how does weight watchers online work? Don’t worry – it’s easy! Just follow along and read that article 🙂

Zero Point Muffin Tin Eggs

These muffin tin eggs can be made with just eggs and veggies, but we prefer them with turkey sausage.  Since traditional turkey sausage you buy in the store does have points, we are including the ingredients to make your own homemade turkey sausage.

Want a more casserole-style breakfast?  Check out this Low Carb Breakfast Casserole that you can use this turkey sausage recipe in to keep low in points!

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Zero Point Muffin Tin Eggs

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Cook time

40 mins

Total time

50 mins

 

Makes 6 Servings (2 muffin tin eggs per serving) Zero SmartPoints on FreeStyle or Flex Plans 4 SmartPoints on Beyond the Scale 4 PointsPlus

Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 12 eggs
• 1 teaspoon Montreal Steak Seasoning Blend
• 1 red, orange, or green pepper, diced
• ½ pound 99% fat-free ground turkey breast
• ½ teaspoon sage
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ¼ teaspoon marjoram
• Non-Stick Cooking Spray

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spray a muffin tin with non-stick spray.
3. Spray a large non-stick skillet with non-stick spray. On medium heat cook ground turkey, sage, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and marjoram for 7-10 minutes or until cooked through. Stir consistently to prevent sticking.
4. While turkey is cooking, in a large bowl, beat eggs and Montreal steak seasoning together until well mixed and fluffy (2-3 minutes). Stir in diced bell pepper.
5. Once the turkey is cooked through, spoon into the muffin tins spreading equally between each muffin tin.
6. Pour egg mixture over the turkey filling ¾ of the way full.
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 172 Fat: 9.2 Saturated fat: 2.7 Carbohydrates: 1.8 Sugar: 1.2 Sodium: 462 Fiber: .4 Protein: 20.7 Cholesterol: 351

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Makes 6 Servings (2 muffin tin eggs per serving)

Zero SmartPoints on FreeStyle or Flex Plans

4 SmartPoints on Beyond the Scale

4 PointsPlus 

Homemade Zero Point Turkey Sausage

If you want to make this turkey sausage to use by itself, simply mix the ground turkey and spices together and form into patties.  You will then fry them in a bit of olive oil or on a non-stick pan with non-stick spray until cooked through.

As you can see, these muffin tin eggs are a great option for breakfast.  As a zero point weight watchers breakfast option, they are ideal for the latest Weight Watchers plan updates.  They are also ideal for making in advance and freezing for a quick meal on the go.  When you double bag or wrap them, they keep for up to a month in the freezer (longer if properly sealed).

Make these muffin tin eggs and adapt by adding any vegetables you want.  You can also add a bit of fat-free or low-fat cheese to the tops for a little extra flavor, just make sure to count the points!

More Weight Watchers Breakfasts:

• Apple Cinnamon Muffins
• Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Cookies
• Weight Watchers Breakfast Baked Omelet
• 25 Weight Watchers Smoothie Recipes
• Cranberry Banana Bread Weight Watchers Recipes
• Weight Watchers Banana Coconut Muffins
• 35 Weight Watchers Breakfast Recipes
• Low-Fat Crescent Roll Hot Dogs