Lunch

As I am embracing my efforts to get healthier, a good Weight Watchers lunch is a must.  I love being able to find items that are truly satisfying, full of flavor, and healthy.  This Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Turkey Wrap is a favorite choice.  It contains just a few simple ingredients, but the result is a wrap that is easy to throw together and packs a punch of flavor.  Only 4 SmartPoints per wrap makes this a great lunch with a side of veggies and fruit!

Weight Watchers Lunch Turkey Wrap

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I confess to being a tortilla addict.  I grew up eating them with just a slice of cheese melted between them.  I have used them for tacos. I have used them for burritos, enchiladas, and of course, wraps.  They are not always the healthy choice, but in moderation, they are a great vessel for sandwiches in a slightly easier to eat manner.  Since I keep them on hand all the time, I decided to throw together one of my favorite combinations to share with you.  This little Weight Watchers Lunch wrap is a favorite option alongside some carrots and frozen grapes for a hearty and balanced lunch.

Ingredients: 

1 8″ Reduced Fat Flour Tortilla (2 SP)

3 ounces sliced turkey breast (1 SP)

1 wedge Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese (1SP)

Sun-Dried Tomatoes (2-3 per wrap – Zero points when not packed in oil)

Spinach Leaves (I usually use about 5-6 per wrap – Zero points)

Directions: 

• Spread Laughing Cow cheese over tortilla.
• Layer turkey, spinach, tomatoes onto tortilla.
• Roll starting at one side and keeping tight until rolled and able to cut in half or warp and serve whole.

Weight Watchers Lunch Turkey Wrap

 

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Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1 8" Reduced Fat Flour Tortilla
• 3 ounces sliced turkey breast
• 1 wedge Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese
• Sun-Dried Tomatoes (2-3 per wrap)
• Spinach Leaves (I usually use about 5-6 per wrap)

Instructions

1. Spread Laughing Cow cheese over tortilla.
2. Layer turkey, spinach, tomatoes onto tortilla.
3. Roll starting at one side and keeping tight until rolled and able to cut in half or warp and serve whole.

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I use the Recipe Builder in the Weight Watchers program for this recipe.  The flour tortillas I use are only 2 SmartPoints each.  You have to look specifically to find lower point options.  Always calculate just in case.  You can also use the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator manually if you aren’t using the app or website.

Makes 1 Serving

4 SmartPoints Per Wrap

I like making a few of these Weight Watchers lunch turkey wraps in advance and wrapping in plastic wrap, slicing in half, and storing inside easy to grab containers for fast lunches during the week.  They hold up exceptionally well since the tomatoes are dry and not too wet.  They are even a perfect lunchbox idea for the Wee Child.

While I usually keep Laughing Cow Swiss on hand, I have found they also have other flavors like sun-dried tomato and garlic and herb.  You can easily add any of these flavors instead of the plain Swiss if you prefer.  They are all within a few calories of each other and should calculate pretty similarly. Packing an easy Weight Watchers Lunch is simple when you make my favorite turkey wrap with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes to add extra flavor and health!

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For years, I have seen a version of this Skinny Pea Salad Recipe on buffet tables at potlucks.  There is just something about this that screams summer and barbecue events.  Personally, I am not a big fan of peas, but my friend Kari from Craft Create Cook made this for me since I knew many of you would love it.  It’s a great way to create a point friendly salad that fits into any dietary plan.

Skinny Pea Salad Recipe

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This skinny pea salad recipe is a classic that most love.  Since peas are now a zero point food on Weight Watchers FreeStyle it is definitely even more popular.  Using things like mayonnaise, bacon, and cheese can add points, but they are well worth it for this recipe.

Recommendations:  Kari shared two products that really make this easier to manage.  When cutting onions, she uses an Onion Holder for Slicing.  This is a great inexpensive option to help make those even cuts and keep your fingers safe. When cutting blocks of cheese for salads like this one, she uses this vegetable or cheese slicer.  It makes it much easier to get even slices and takes less time. Another great option is this Pro Vegetable Chopper.

Ingredients for Pea Salad Recipe: 

1 bag, 14 oz, frozen peas, thawed

6 slices of center cut bacon, cooked and chopped

1 small red onion, diced

6 ounces 2% cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes

1/2 cup light mayonnaise

1 tablespoon sour cream

salt and pepper

Directions for Pea Salad Recipe: 

Add peas, bacon, onion, and cheese to a large mixing bowl and mix well.

Add mayonnaise, sour cream and mix well. Season with salt and pepper and stir until combined.

Refrigerate for 4 hours or until ready to serve. Store covered, in the refrigerator.

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Skinny Pea Salad Recipe

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Total time

10 mins

 

Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1 bag, 14 oz, frozen peas, thawed
• 6 slices of center cut bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 6 ounces 2% cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
• ½ cup light mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Add peas, bacon, onion, and cheese to a large mixing bowl and mix well.
2. Add mayonnaise, sour cream and mix well. Season with salt and pepper and stir until combined.
3. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until ready to serve. Store covered, in the refrigerator.

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4 SmartPoints per serving on Weight Watchers FreeStyle, Flex, or Your Way Plans

8 SmartPoints per serving on Beyond the Scale

6 PointsPlus per serving

This easy skinny pea salad is a great option to go alongside your favorite grilled chicken, burger, or fish recipe this summer.  If you are following the Weight Watchers FreeStyle program, then you’ll love that this is lower in points.  For an easy and delicious option for potlucks, barbecues, or just a side dish for Sunday dinner, grab this recipe and enjoy!

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Have you ever had a recipe just come together?  This Weight Watchers soup is one of those for me.  It’s what call a Mexican Chicken Soup.  It’s not exactly a tortilla soup or a chili.  It is somewhere in between and we love it.  It was a super easy recipe that came from having leftover salsa chicken and a few things in the pantry that I wanted to use.  It’s now going to be on the regular rotation in our house since it is also a pretty decently healthy Weight Watchers soup!

Weight Watchers Soup: Mexican Chicken Soup

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If you are looking for a new Weight Watchers soup to add to your menu plan, I am pretty sure you’ll love this one.  It is easy,inexpensive, hearty, super satisfying, and has fairly low points value.  We had some tortilla chips with it, but if you are going totally lower calorie or are on a tight points allowance, you can skip the tortilla chips and eat this by itself.

I start with making this salsa chicken in my Crockpot.  I don’t have a recipe on here for it, but it’s only a 2-ingredient recipe.  I use Simply Balanced Organic Roasted Restaurant Style Salsa.  It’s one of my personal favorites, but you can use truly any salsa recipe or brand and it will still taste amazing.

Since I knew I had made a bit too much of the salsa chicken to use for tacos and quesadillas this week, I decided I could throw it into the Crockpot with a few things and make a soup. We are huge soup fans, and soup is one of my favorite healthy meals since it is filling and inexpensive.  This Weight Watchers soup hit all of the marks I wanted.  It had the right textures, flavors, and of course, the right points values.

I made this in the Crockpot, but you could easily cook this on the stovetop letting it simmer over medium heat for bout 45 minutes to make all the flavors meld.  Being an easy Crockpot recipe makes it simple to throw together and have ready when you get home from work.  That’s a huge bonus for me.  Even though we both work at home, it’s nice to put things together in the morning and just spoon it up when dinner rolls around.

If you like soups, this one is a broth based soup that feels a lot heartier thanks to the addition of the beans and corn.  I chose kidney beans and great northern beans, but you could sub pinto beans or black beans if you prefer.  I can also see adding fresh tomatoes, fresh bell pepper, or even some fresh cilantro on top for added texture and flavor at a minimal change to the calories!

Weight Watchers Soup: Mexican Chicken Soup

 

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Prep time

15 mins

Cook time

6 hours

Total time

6 hours 15 mins

 

Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups salsa chicken shredded
• 1 small onion chopped
• 2 cloves garlic crushed
• 1 20 ounces can crushed tomatoes
• 1 12 ounces can great northern beans
• 1 12 ounces can red kidney beans
• 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
• 6 cups fat-free chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients together in large Crockpot.
2. Cook on low heat for 6 hours or high heat for 3 hours.
3. Serve alone or with tortilla chips or strips as desired.

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6 PointsPlus per serving

ZERO SmartPoints on FreeStyle and Flex Plans

5 SmartPoints on Beyond the Scale

I have run this through the Recipe Builder within the Weight Watchers App.  It calculated at only 5 SmartPoints per bowl!  That is just for the soup, so if you add tortilla strips or chips, you’ll need to account for the additional points.

This Weight Watchers soup recipe for Mexican chicken soup is super easy to throw together in the Crockpot.  You can even use your favorite taco seasoning to save time instead of the individual spices listed!

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I love Spaghetti, and so I just had to make a Weight Watchers SmartPoints Spaghetti Recipe that was easy, cheap, and delicious. This is not some fancy sauce that takes tons of time or ingredients.  This is actually something that anyone can make, and really only takes a few minutes.  The key to this is to use ground turkey, lots of extra vegetables, and to choose whole wheat pasta instead of traditional pasta.  The result is that anyone can fit spaghetti into their Beyond The Scale program for just 8 SmartPoints per serving!

Weight Watchers SmartPoints Spaghetti Recipe

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I’ve shared a lot of pasta dishes with you over the years.  I love some pasta.  I love spaghetti, and especially a good homemade sauce.  However, I love, even more, an easy semi-homemade recipe that is healthy and yummy. This recipe uses specific products from Aldi. However, I have compared the nutritional information to the equivalent Target brand Simply Balanced and Kroger brand Simple Truth.  All three brands result in the same flavor and points values, so they are easily interchangeable and easy for anyone to recreate.

This recipe is semi-homemade because I use a jar of sauce as a base, along with regular pasta.  I add in a mix of vegetables, wine, and seasonings to bring more flavor and richness.  It creates a meal that imparts tons of flavor and fiber, that makes you a lot more satisfied.  That means you are happier, and the points on this meal are definitely reasonable for a full meal. Add in a nice side salad, and you are definitely satisfied.

Ingredients: 

24 oz. Jar Tomato Onion & Garlic Pasta Sauce

13 1/4 oz. Whole Grain Thin Spaghetti

19 1/4 oz. 99% Lean Ground Turkey (this is the size of most pre-packaged ground turkey options from Jenni-O and other brands in store)

8 oz. Red Wine (I use Merlot or inexpensive cooking wine)

1/2 cup Carrots, diced

1/2 cup Celery, diced

1 Medium Onion, diced

1/2 Medium Tomato, diced

1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning

2 Teaspoons Onion Powder

2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions: 

Cook pasta according to package directions.  Drain, and set aside.  I love using my pasta pot for this, so I can simply lift and drain and not have to juggle a colander and worry about spilling hot water on myself.

In a large stockpot, heat olive oil and cook onion, carrot, and celery for 5-7 minutes over medium heat.  As they begin to get tender, add in tomatoes and red wine then cook for additional 3-4 minutes.

Stir in ground turkey, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.  Cook on medium heat for 6-7 minutes stirring occasionally until ground meat is cooked through and no longer pink.

Pour in pasta sauce and red wine.  Stir mixture until well combined.

Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.

Serve over pasta or mix together with pasta and serve.

This recipe makes 10 servings

10 PointsPlus

8 SmartPoints on Beyond the Scale

6 SmartPoints on FreeStyle, Flex, and Your Way

Weight Watchers SmartPoints Spaghetti Recipe

 

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Prep time

15 mins

Cook time

35 mins

Total time

50 mins

 

Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 24 oz. Jar Tomato Onion & Garlic Pasta Sauce
• 13¼ oz. Whole Grain Thin Spaghetti
• 19¼ oz. 99% Lean Ground Turkey (this is the size of most pre-packaged ground turkey options from Jenni-O and other brands in store)
• 8 oz. Red Wine (I use Merlot or inexpensive cooking wine)
• ½ cup Carrots, diced
• ½ cup Celery, diced
• 1 Medium Onion, diced
• ½ Medium Tomato, diced
• 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
• 2 Teaspoons Onion Powder
• 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, and set aside.
2. In a large stockpot, heat olive oil and cook onion, carrot, and celery for 5-7 minutes over medium heat. As they begin to get tender, add in tomatoes and red wine then cook for additional 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in ground turkey, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook on medium heat for 6-7 minutes stirring occasionally until ground meat is cooked through and no longer pink.
4. Pour in pasta sauce and red wine. Stir mixture until well combined.
5. Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
6. Serve over pasta or mix together with pasta and serve.

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How I Calculate My SmartPoints For Recipes

For this recipe, I used the online Weight Watchers recipe developer within the program I pay for.  I love that I can input all of the ingredients and instructions and know for sure that my SmartPoints calculations are accurate.  I’ve tried a lot of online calculators to get SmartPoints numbers, and frankly, I have found they just aren’t that accurate always.  So, while some are close, this gives me the best number and unless I am using the Weight Watchers App or the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator, I know I can trust the website.

I never thought I would set out to push Weight Watchers like I do now.  I’m not an affiliate for them.  I just truly have become a huge fan of the program. It has worked for me like no other program ever has.  It is well worth the monthly investment to use the only program.  If you’ve ever considered it, take the leap of faith now. It’s worth every dime spent.  I have found it so easy to follow and learn more about how to properly feed my body without feeling deprived.

Why I Love This Weight Watchers Recipe

This Weight Watchers SmartPoints Recipe for Spaghetti is a favorite.  It really is just another simple spaghetti recipe, but it is amped up with the addition of some red wine for flavor, and added veggies make it more satisfying than simply opening a jar of sauce and a box of pasta.  Since you are working to make sure you are satisfied and feel full longer, this is a great option to add to your meal plan.

I am always looking for something that we can all enjoy.  I don’t like feeling like my menu has to be different from the rest of the family.  I do not want to diet. I simply want to make healthier choices.  SmartPoints make that easire for me to manage.  This Weight Watchers SmartPoitns Spaghetti Recipe is perfect.  It’s a healthier meal that everyone loves!

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I love a good Weight Watchers Soup Recipe.  They are almost always on my menu plan once per week since they stretch my budget further and are super satisfying.  I like this Ground Turkey & Vegetable Weight Watchers Soup Recipe the best since hands down it is one that everyone in the family will eat without picking anything out of their bowl.  You know what it is like to make a soup and have one family member who picks out bits of onion, or one who doesn’t eat the peas or mushrooms.  This recipe is one that we all love and ask for over and over again.  In fact, I believe I have made it at least twice a month the last 3-4 months!

Weight Watchers Soup:  Ground Turkey & Vegetable

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I took a classic comfort food recipe from childhood and turned it into this great Weight Watchers Soup that is going to be a favorite easy recipe you will adore.  Using Ground Turkey & Vegetables for this soup makes it healthier and full of flavor.  We call this Weight Watchers Comfort Soup and it definitely suits the name. By letting it simmer for a little longer, it builds a nice broth that is just delicious.  You’ll be a bit surprised by my secret ingredient, and probably laugh a bit by how it came about.

The secret to Weight Watchers Comfort Soup

A few years ago, I took care of my grandparents when they were unable to take care of themselves.  One of my grandpas only meals that he really enjoyed was a basic vegetable soup.  The base for the broth was actually a can of classic Campbell’s tomato soup with water.  We added all kinds of vegetables to that broth, but he loved the richness that added to the soup.

Well, as I was playing around with different ways to add depth of flavor without fat and calories, I decided to just go with what I knew.  Surprisingly, this worked great.  While I tend to avoid most processed foods these days, this just suited my needs and is one of those random things I will keep in my pantry for this one recipe for sure.

Ingredients: 

19 oz. 93% Lean Ground Turkey (this is the average size of a package of Jennie-O or store brand in the meat department)

2 Teaspoons Olive Oil

1 10oz. bag Frozen Mixed Vegetables

1 can Tomato Soup

8 oz. can Tomato Sauce

3 Cups Water

2 medium Potatoes, washed and cubed

1 Cup Whole Wheat Elbow Macaroni

1 Teaspoon Season Salt

1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

1 Teaspoon Onion Powder

Directions:

In a large stockpot, heat olive oil and cook ground meat over medium-high heat until no longer pink. This usually takes 5-7 minutes stirring occasionally to break up meat into small chunks and prevent sticking.

Mix in all other ingredients except macaroni and stir well to incorporate well.

Reduce to medium heat and allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes stirring occasionally.

Add in macaroni, remove from heat, and cover.  Allow mixture to sit for 15 minutes.

Remove lid, and stir.  Pasta should be softened and ready to serve.

Weight Watchers Soup: Ground Turkey & Vegetable

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

30 mins

Total time

35 mins

 

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 19 oz. 93% Lean Ground Turkey (this is the average size of a package of Jennie-O or store brand in the meat department)
• 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil
• 1 10oz. bag Frozen Mixed Vegetables
• 1 can Tomato Soup
• 8 oz. can Tomato Sauce
• 3 Cups Water
• 2 medium Potatoes, washed and cubed
• 1 Cup Whole Wheat Elbow Macaroni
• 1 Teaspoon Season Salt
• 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder

Instructions

1. In a large stockpot, heat olive oil and cook ground meat over medium-high heat until no longer pink. This usually takes 5-7 minutes stirring occasionally to break up meat into small chunks and prevent sticking.
2. Mix in all other ingredients except macaroni and stir well to incorporate well.
3. Reduce to medium heat and allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes stirring occasionally.
4. Add in macaroni, remove from heat, and cover. Allow mixture to sit for 15 minutes.
5. Remove lid, and stir. Pasta should be softened and ready to serve

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Tips For Making Weight Watchers Comfort Soup

I have this set of great pots and pans that I inherited from my Beau when we got together that has one large 8-quart stockpot that is ideal for this Weight Watchers Soup recipe.  I love that I can cook my ground meat in the bottom of the pan, then drain any excess fat if needed, and then toss ingredients into it and simmer the soup.  The lid fits perfectly on top, and I can let it cool off while we eat dinner, pop the lid on top, and simply stick it right into the refrigerator to store.  I am rather lazy and hate dirtying more dishes than necessary. So, yep, this all in one thing is my favorite to cook with.

You can easily add any pasta to this dish, or even make the soup without pasta and serve over rice or with crackers on the side.  Our family prefers the pasta to thicken and make it more satisfying.  While it would be lower in SmartPoints without the pasta, I found that it just wasn’t as satisfying and it was much harder to find something to add to the meal that would give me the feeling of comfort for fewer points.  For the few points the little addition the pasta added, it was well worth the comfort.

How I calculate SmartPoints for this Weight Watchers Soup

I joined Weight Watchers online recently and honestly have been blown away at how much I was missing trying to do this on my own without the community support.  I am not an affiliate for them, just in love with the program.  So, I run all of my recipes through their recipe creator now.  You may also be interested in investing in the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator if you are going to be making a lot of recipes at home.

This recipe makes 6 Servings.  A serving is approximately 2 cups.

4 SmartPoints per serving on FreeStyle Plan, Flex Plan, and Your Way Plan

7 SmartPoints per serving on Beyond the Scale

7 PointsPlus

I know you will enjoy this rich and broth filled Ground Turkey and Vegetable Weight Watchers Soup recipe just as much as my family does.  It’s a great recipe that definitely deserves the name Weight Watchers Comfort Soup! Don’t forget to check out all of our great Weight Watchers recipes below!

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