Snacks

Summer means Weight Watchers Deviled Eggs are on the menu! They are such a great addition to any barbecue or just a daily snack!  With low-fat ingredients, it is a great option to help get you through the day with a high protein snack and a tasty treat that everyone loves!

Weight Watchers Deviled Eggs Recipe

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To make hard boiling eggs for this deviled eggs recipe easier, our friend Kari from Craft Create Cook who made these for us, recommends using the Eggsact Eggtimer.  It helps keep your eggs perfectly cooked every time!  A great investment for your kitchen and ideal for making large batches of these Weight Watchers deviled eggs on a regular basis.

Ingredients for Weight Watchers Deviled Eggs:

6 large eggs

3 tablespoons light mayonnaise

1 tablespoon mustard

salt and pepper to taste (around 1/4 teaspoon each typically)

Directions for Weight Watchers Deviled Eggs: 

Place the eggs and Eggsact Eggtimer into a medium saucepan and cover with water, making sure the water is at least 1″ above the eggs.

Cook on medium-high heat bringing to a boil.  Boil for 15 minutes or until the egg timer shows the eggs are hard by changing color.

Drain immediately and wash the eggs in cold water.

Add ice to the water to cool the eggs faster.

Remove the eggs from the water and refrigerate until ready to use.

When ready to use, peel eggs and discard shells.

Slice eggs in half and place yolks in a small bowl. Mash yolks well with a fork.

Add mayonnaise, mustard and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.

Place mixture into a re-sealable plastic bag, snip the tip and pipe into empty eggs.

Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered until ready to serve.

Weight Watchers Deviled Eggs Recipe

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

15 mins

Total time

20 mins

 

Makes 6 servings 1 SmartPoint per whole egg on Weight Watchers FreeStyle, Flex, and Your Way Plans 3 SmartPoints per whole egg on Weight Watchers Beyond the Scale Plan

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon mustard
• salt and pepper to taste (around ¼ teaspoon each typically)

Instructions

1. Place the eggs and Eggsact Eggtimer into a medium saucepan and cover with water, making sure the water is at least 1" above the eggs.
2. Cook on medium-high heat bringing to a boil. Boil for 15 minutes or until the egg timer shows the eggs are hard by changing color.
3. Drain immediately and wash the eggs in cold water.
4. Add ice to the water to cool the eggs faster.
5. Remove the eggs from the water and refrigerate until ready to use.
6. When ready to use, peel eggs and discard shells.
7. Slice eggs in half and place yolks in a small bowl. Mash yolks well with a fork.
8. Add mayonnaise, mustard and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Place mixture into a re-sealable plastic bag, snip the tip and pipe into empty eggs.
10. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered until ready to serve.

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Makes 6 servings

1 SmartPoint per whole egg on Weight Watchers FreeStyle, Flex, and Your Way Plans

3 SmartPoints per whole egg on Weight Watchers Beyond the Scale Plan

My Beau loves when I make these Weight Watchers deviled eggs for him.  They are a great addition to most summer meals, salads, and of course, an easy snack to have on hand.  We typically make 6 at a time, but they keep in the refrigerator well for up to one week.

If you are looking for more great recipes, don’t forget to join our Weight Watchers Support Group on Facebook!

More Weight Watchers Recipes: 

• Slow Cooker Green Beans
• Instant Pot Homemade Baked Beans Recipe
• Vegetarian Taco Salad Recipe
• Healthy Veggie Relish Recipe
• Skinny Pea Salad Recipe
• Skinny Dill Chicken Salad Recipe

There is no better comfort food than these Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Bread.  They are absolutely amazing, easy, and low in calories and points.  Using nonfat plain Greek yogurt in place of the traditional oils and butter leaves these as one of the best treats I have made lately that also fits the Weight Watchers program.

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Bread

Here in Michigan, these are called Bosco sticks.  Others call them cheese-stuffed bread.  I just call them delicious!  They are a version of mozzarella cheese sticks, and much more satisfying as a side to your favorite soup or pasta recipe!

Ingredients for Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Bread

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoon baking powder

1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

6 light string cheese sticks

1 egg

Directions for Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Bread

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined.

Mix in Greek yogurt until the mixture begins to form a dough.

Lightly flour a clean surface, and turn dough out onto the surface to roll out to approximately 1/2″ thickness.  I roll into a rectangular shape for easy cutting later.

Cut the dough into 6 equal lengths

Place a cheese stick in the center of each length of dough and wrap dough around the dough pinching the two sides together to seal.

Place onto the baking sheet with seam side down.

Whisk an egg until light and frothy, and then brush the tops of the breadsticks with it before placing in the oven.

Place in oven on middle rack, and bake at 400 degrees for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Makes 6 servings

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

6 SmartPoints per serving on Beyond the Scale Plan

7 PointsPlus

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Bread

 

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Prep time

15 mins

Cook time

17 mins

Total time

32 mins

 

Makes 6 servings 4 SmartPoints per serving on FreeStyle, Flex, and Your Way Plans 6 SmartPoints per serving on Beyond the Scale Plan 7 PointsPlus

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 6 light string cheese sticks
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
3. In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
4. Mix in Greek yogurt until the mixture begins to form a dough.
5. Lightly flour a clean surface, and turn dough out onto the surface to roll out to approximately ½" thickness. I roll into a rectangular shape for easy cutting later.
6. Cut the dough into 6 equal lengths
7. Place a cheese stick in the center of each length of dough and wrap dough around the dough pinching the two sides together to seal.
8. Place onto the baking sheet with seam side down.
9. Whisk an egg until light and frothy, and then brush the tops of the breadsticks with it before placing in the oven.
10. Place in oven on middle rack, and bake at 400 degrees for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown on top.

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Making these mozzarella cheese sticks for a treat for yourself, or as a side to go with soups is a great idea.  It’s an easy douhg to make that can be used for all kinds of recipes, and of course, the cheese is easy to substitute for cheddar or any other flavor you prefer.  Just remember to recount points if needed!

If you are new to Weight Watchers, check out our tips on the Weight Watchers FreeStyle and Flex Plan Updates, as well as making sure you check out our One Week FreeStyle Weight Watchers Menu Plan and Vegan FreeStyle Weight Watchers One Week Menu Plan for more meal planning ideas.

If you are looking for more great recipes, don’t forget to join our Weight Watchers Support Group on Facebook!

More Weight Watchers Recipes:

• Air Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops
• Air Fryer Greek Stuffed Chicken Breasts
• Healthy Biscuit Recipe Using Greek Yogurt
• Weight Watchers Chicken Alfredo Recipe
• Weight Watchers Chicken Quesadillas Recipe
• Lemon Chicken Noodle Soup from Scratch

I never thought I would see the day that I loved kale or Brussels sprouts in anything.  This Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts is seriously amazing.  It is also a perfect side dish for summer cookouts!  I’ve created a lightened up version that is similar to the one served by Cracker Barrel, and I am sure you’ll love it as much as I did!

Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

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Have you avoided kale and brussels sprouts like I have?  Well, wait no longer.  This slaw or salad recipe is just simply amazing!  It is crunchy, a bit sweet, and a lot tangy.  It packs a ton of nutrients and even more flavor.  I love how simple it is to make, and you can customize if you prefer a different nut or want to avoid the added calories of the dried cranberries.

Ingredients for Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

2 cups Kale, shredded

2 cups Brussels Sprouts, shredded

1 cup Red Cabbage, shredded

1/2 cup Fat-Free Mayonnaise

1 cup Fat-Free Balsamic Vinaigrette

1/2 cup Sunflower Seeds, lightly roasted

1/2 cup Dried Cranberries

Directions for Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

After shredding Kale, Brussels Sprouts, and Red Cabbage mix together in a large bowl until well blended.  I use my Tupperware Large Impressions Bowl for this since it doubles as a storage bowl.

In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise and vinaigrette.

Pour dressing over kale mixture and combine well.

Mix in sunflower seeds and dried cranberries until just combined.

Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Total time

10 mins

 

Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Kale, shredded
• 2 cups Brussels Sprouts, shredded
• 1 cup Red Cabbage, shredded
• ½ cup Fat-Free Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Fat-Free Balsamic Vinaigrette
• ½ cup Sunflower Seeds, lightly roasted
• ½ cup Dried Cranberries

Instructions

1. After shredding Kale, Brussels Sprouts, and Red Cabbage mix together in a large bowl until well blended.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise and vinaigrette.
3. Pour dressing over kale mixture and combine well.
4. Mix in sunflower seeds and dried cranberries until just combined.

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5 SmartPoints per serving

While this is a bit high in points for a simple side dish, it can easily be an entire meal.  It has tons of protein, vitamins, and delicious flavor.  A serving of this with a side of grilled shrimp, grilled chicken or a grilled pork chop would be a great meal that is satisfying.  I calculated this recipe using the Weight Watchers SmartPoints calculator within my account.  You can also use the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator without having a Weight Watchers account.

Benefits of eating kale:

Let’s just say, I have been skeptical about kale. I just didn’t enjoy the flavor.  So, I have worked hard to find a way to make it appetizing, because I knew it was beneficial to my health.  This recipe definitely makes it easy to add to our menu plan a few times a month.

• An excellent source of iron
• Has tons of fiber
• Is high in Vitamin K and Vitamin A
• Has anti-inflammatory properties as well as being filled with antioxidants

These are just a few of the best things about eating this creamy kale salad.  Not to mention the great benefits of Brussels sprouts!  Make this on a regular basis, and feel no guilt about adding a cup to your lunch or dinner!

More Salad Recipes:

• Healthy Creamy Pasta Salad with Peas
• BLT Chopped Salad: Weight Watchers Salad
• Black Bean Mexican Salad Recipe
• Greek Pasta Salad: Weight Watchers Pasta Salad

For the last few years, I have really become addicted to Greek Salads.  This Low-Fat Greek Salad Dressing Recipe flavorful option that is healthier and makes me feel like I am indulging.  This recipe is one of our favorites for creating a delicious salad with just a few ingredients in the dressing.

Low-Fat Greek Salad Dressing Recipe

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For my Greek salad, I use a bed of butter blend or iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, and sometimes pepper rings.  You could really add any vegetables that you want.  I also may sprinkle a bit of extra fat-free Feta cheese on top of the salad for extra flavor.  This dressing adds just what you need to create the moisture you want on a salad that is also full of flavor.

You can mix this up by hand, but I find the texture smoother and better when I use a blender.  We use our Ninja Auto iQ Blender for this, but any good blender will do the trick. I’ve also seen many who enjoyed using the Dressing Salad Shaker to create easy dressings that can be stored in that container at the same time.

Ingredients for Greek Salad Dressing Recipe:

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh squeezed

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon fat-free Feta cheese

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Directions for Greek Salad Dressing Recipe:

In a blender, combine all ingredients until blended smooth.

Low-Fat Greek Salad Dressing Recipe

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Total time

5 mins

 

Makes 4 servings of 2 tablespoons per serving 1 SmartPoint on FreeStyle, Flex, or Your Way Plan 2 SmartPoints on Beyond the Scale 2 PointsPlus

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh squeezed
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon fat-free Feta cheese
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine all ingredients until blended smooth.

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1 SmartPoint on FreeStyle, Flex, or Your Way Plan

2 SmartPoints on Beyond the Scale

2 PointsPlus

Making a homemade Greek salad dressing is a great way to stay within your points range for a favorite salad.  With this low point option, you can easily add your favorite salad toppings like croutons, fried onions, seeds, or of course, more zero point options like grilled chicken, shrimp, or turkey breast.  This is a great way to make a low point lunch that really satisfies your craving for a punch of flavor.

If you are looking for more great recipes, don’t forget to join our Weight Watchers Support Group on Facebook!

More Weight Watchers Salad Recipes:

• Easy Chopped Salad Recipe
• Black Bean and Corn Salad with Avocado
• Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts
• Weight Watchers Greek Pasta Salad
• Black Bean Mexican Salad Recipe
• BLT Chopped Salad Recipe
• Healthy Creamy Pasta Salad with Ham & Peas
• Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe
• Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe

I grew up eating bean dip, and never thought to make my own Homemade Refried Bean Dip until recently.  I remember my mom making refried beans when she made enchiladas.  They were always great, but not quite the same as the dip we would buy at the grocery store.  So, over the weekend I decided – why not try my hand at making my own homemade?  Plus, it is super Weight Watchers friendly at only 2 SmartPoints per serving!

Homemade Refried Bean Dip

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Did you know that the Crockpot was originally invented to cook dry beans without standing over the stove all day?  Well, why not use it for it’s intended purpose?  We cook beans in our Crockpot on a regular basis, but this time I decided to do things a little bit differently.  I have multiple sizes of Crockpots, but my smaller 2-quart ones are ones I love for things like this.  Small portions of sides cook easily in these.

To make my bean dip, I added 1 cup of dry pinto beans.  I didn’t soak them.  I never soak my beans.  Some do. Just not me.  I added in cumin, garlic, onion, chili powder and salt and pepper.  I put just a bit less water than I normally would and set them to cook for about 3 hours.

Once the beans had cooked through and were tender, I used a slotted spoon and spooned them into a bowl and added a bit more seasoning and salsa.  I simply hand mashed them leaving a few chunks of beans here and there.  I didn’t add all of the juice.  In fact, I tried to spoon just the beans out because I knew the salsa would add some moisture.

I ate some right away with some tortilla chips.  Still hot from the Crockpot, they were pretty delicious.  The next afternoon I sat down with some for lunch straight out of the refrigerator, and I was surprised at how much I loved them cold too!  They are definitely a new favorite in our house.

Homemade Refried Bean Dip

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

3 hours

Total time

3 hours 5 mins

 

Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry pinto beans
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
• 1 teaspoon onion powder, divided
• 2 teaspoons cumin, divided
• 1 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• ½ cup mild salsa

Instructions

1. Rinse pinto beans and add with water to Crockpot.
2. Add in half the garlic powder, onion powder, cumin and salt.
3. Cook on high heat for 3 hours.
4. Once beans are cooked through, remove from Crockpot with slotted spoon. You want beans without the juice/cooking liquid.
5. Add beans, remaining seasonings and salsa to bowl and hand mash to desired consistency.
6. Refrigerate leftovers and serve with chips of choice.

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2 SmartPoints per serving on Beyond the Scale

Zero SmartPoints per serving on FreeStyle Plan or FlexPlan

Using the Recipe Builder in Weight Watchers, I calculated this recipe to be only 2 SmartPoints per serving.  This recipe divides into 8 portions.  I will be making again soon and will update with exact measurements per serving, but for now, simply divide this equally into 8 portions.  If you want to follow the Weight Watchers plan without a monthly fee, you can grab a Weight Watchers Calculator to being learning more about you point needs and food points.

I used an organic basic salsa from Kroger, but you can use any brand you prefer.  If you like things especially spicy, you can choose a hot salsa versus mild.  The same goes with the chili powder added to the beans. You can skip it or add less if you prefer.  We tend to prefer mild instead of spicy in our house.  I like a little heat, but not so much I can’t taste anything else in the dish.

Make our homemade refried bean dip recipe as a snack, or to go inside a tortilla as a burrito!

More Great Recipes: 

Easy Taziki Dip (great with Greek or Mediterranean foods and super low in calories)

Weight Watchers Loaded Baked Potato Dip (great side that is lighter and super tasty)

Healthy Ham & Pea Pasta Salad

Southwest Grilled Cream Corn