(Edit 01/2013: Points Plus values need to be recalculated! This is the former Points plan...)
It's not a lie. This meal can be made for ZERO points using the following ingredients:
Ingredients:
White Onion, chopped
Red Pepper, chopped
Frozen Green peas (1/2 cup)
Japapeno Pepper, chopped
Garlic cloves, minced
Brussels Sprouts, quartered
Spinach
Tomato, chopped
Tofu Shirataki Noodles, 8 oz package
Tomato Sauce (8 oz)
Basil, chopped
Red Pepper Flakes
Parmesan Cheese (1 tsp)
spinach & tofu shirataki noodles:
The above list of ingredients is seriously zero points, but if I don't mind using a handful of points, I might do any of the following modifications:Entire can of tomato sauce (15 oz) = 1 point
Shredded fat-free Mozzarella (1/3 cup) = 1 point
Cooked in Tsp Olive Oil = 1 point
Replace tofu shirataki noodles with 1 cup whole wheat macaroni = 3 points
To cook:
I use some non stick spray and put the onions, peas, peppers, tomatoes, brussels sprouts, and garlic in the pan-
Then add the spinach-
And then the noodles-
I just sort of stir it for a while. It takes less than 10 minutes to cook. When it's done, I put half the can of tomato sauce in a bowl and spoon out half the mixture into the bowl. I top it with the red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese and basil (and shredded mozzarella if I decide to use it). And then mix it up to distribute the tomato sauce.
This makes 2 full bowls of food - and was my dinner tonight for only one point (because I used the whole can of tomato sauce)
So many servings of vegetables and totally delicious! And did I mention it was only 1 point?
I have others Zero point italian recipes!!
ReplyDeletejust ask and I'll give you, so you can try and then post it :D
Hey Leti, I tried to see your blogs but they are all in Italian! Thanks for reading, and the comments. :)
ReplyDeletePS If you really have zero point Italian recipes, I would love to hear them!
ReplyDeleteWow. This sounds delicious. Have you ever tried spaghetti squash? I love making Italian dishes with it instead of pasta. Although those noodles sound ten times better. I must try.
ReplyDelete-Michelle (chelseapeal from myspace)
It's been recommended to me numerous times- it just seems like such a pain in the ass (not to mention messy) to dissect the spaghetti squash. But I really should try it.
ReplyDeleteI am so gonna try this.
ReplyDeleteOh & you should definitely try the spaghetti squash. The effort is relatively minimal & completely worth it.
You should come over and show me- or I'll come to your place. It will be an excuse to wear our cute aprons and be silly!
ReplyDeleteI just joined today! I can already see how going to the meetings really helps. It was amazing to see all the people in my meeting and what they have achieved. I see how it truly is a lifestyle change, although it does'nt seem like a bad one. Last year I went on a Gluten free diet after being diagnosed with celiac disease, and lost weight right away. Then gained it back plus some from GF baked goods. You look awesome and have super inspiring! I only wish I got my act together sooner.
ReplyDeleteAnd Shirtaki noodles are the shit! I eat them all the time since going Gf. A much healtier option.
Where can you get those noodles? I'd love to try them but I can't seem to find them where I've been going.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, most Whole Foods carry them. I also find them in organic type grocery stores and some mainstream grocery stores. They are in the section with the vegetarian stuff in the produce aisle (the veggie hot dogs/cheese/etc). Also, check out their site (I linked it above).
ReplyDeleteLauri- I'm psyched for you! Congrats on taking the first step. It's such a huge sense of relief to join and get started, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteI love the meetings too- they're so helpful. The support is wonderful and it's inspiring to hear everyone's stories. You will get lots of great tips and suggestions too. It's a wonderful lifestyle change and things you learn will haunt you for life (in a good way). It's great to have the knowledge, but more important to use it.
If you have any questions, let me know! I will be happy to blog my answer for everyone.
We can have a spaghetti squash free-for-all anytime you want, sparklepants! You bring the sexy, I'll bring the squashy. Wait, what??
ReplyDeleteBTW, what a pretty pink knife! ;)
This dish was so good! Thanks for sharing it - I just signed up for WW today so it was nice to find a new tasty meal!!
ReplyDeleteTarah- Congrats on joining WW! It's such a great program. Welcome :) And I'm glad you liked this recipe. I still make it very often.
ReplyDeleteReading back through the archives and found this recipe, yummy! Guess what I'll be having for dinner tonight? :)
ReplyDeleteHi there :) I'm from Australia and also a weight watcher and I've been looking for these noodles for months! Thanks for the link. I've emailed them to see if they know of a store in Sydney I can buy them from.
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