Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini season is here, if you are looking for a great recipe to use up your summer zucchini, give these fritters a try. Similar to potato pancakes, with less carbs and a perfect side dish with grilled chicken or meat.

Zucchini Pancakes
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 4 • Serving Size: 5 pancakes • Old Points: 2 pts • Points+: 4 pts
Calories: 134.9 • Fat: 4.7 g • Carb: 16.2 g • Fiber: 3.5 g • Protein: 8.7 g • Sugar: 2.1 g
Sodium: 0 mg (without salt)

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchini, grated
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh chives
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 6-8 tbsp whole wheat flour
  
• kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste
• olive oil spray

Directions:

Grate zucchini using the large holes of a cheese grater and place in a large bowl. Add flour, shallots, garlic, parsley, chives, eggs, cheese, salt and pepper. Season with salt and pepper.


Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray oil to cover pan. Drop tablespoons of the batter into the skillet. Cook about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside and keep warm. Spray more oil in the skillet as needed, and continue with remaining batter. Makes about 20 small pancakes.

Pork Chops with Dijon Herb Sauce

This is the best way to prepare pork chops. They come out juicy and full of flavor. I have been making this recipe for years from one of my Food and Wine cookbooks. My husband is not a fan of pork chops, but he loves them when I prepare them like this. You can use any fresh herbs, but I always use chives and parsley since I have them in my garden. Here's the recipe modified slightly to keep it light.

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Wilted Baby Spinach with Garlic and Oil

I love spinach and this is my favorite way to prepare it. I like to buy my spinach in prewashed bags to save time. Great side dish for fish, chicken and steak.

Wilted Baby Spinach with Garlic and Oil
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 4 servings • Time: 6-7 minutes • Old Points: 1 pt • Points+: 3 pts
Calories: 96.4 • Fat: 5.4 g • Carb: 9.2 g • Fiber: 5.1g • Protein: 6.7 g • Sugar: 1

Ingredients:

• 4 tsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 lb fresh baby spinach, washed and drained
• salt and fresh ground pepper

Directions

Heat skillet till hot, add olive oil and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
Add the spinach to the skillet and toss with oil to coat. When spinach is just wilted, shut of stove and season with salt and pepper. Season immediately.

Roasted Chickpea Snack

A great addictive snack! I am not a huge fan of the texture of chickpeas, but once roasted they become nutty, crunchy and addicting!

What's more, they make a healthy snack and are simple to make. Loaded with fiber, zinc, folate and protein it's a win win. You can use any spices you like or adjust the spice to your taste. The possibilities are endless. If you don't like curry, try using salt and garlic powder.


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Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken, red peppers and mushrooms simmer in tomato sauce for a great tasting, simple, weeknight meal your whole family will enjoy. My mother made this often when I was a child and I have always loved this recipe. I modified Mom's recipe to make it Weight Watcher friendly by removing the chicken skin, fat and using less oil. Top this with some good grated like Pecorino Romano.

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

These healthy fries are low in points and are full of beta-carotene, which has many health benefits. A great way to include an orange vegetable into your diet is to eat sweet potatoes. They are rich in vitamin A and C.

Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Gina's Skinny Recipes
Servings: 4 • Serving Size: 1/2 sweet potato • Old Points: 2 pts • Points+: 3 pts
Calories: 100.6 • Fat: 3.7 g • Protein: 1.2 g • Carb: 16 g • Fiber: 2.0 g • Sugar: 0.1 g   


Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, washed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• paprika to taste
• salt and fresh pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 425°.

Slice each potato into 1/2 inch thick strips. Toss with oil, salt, pepper and paprika. Place on a non-stick baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Turn potatoes and bake until bottom is browned, about 10-15 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Black Bean Brownies

This might sound strange, but these brownies actually come out rich and fudgy. They are low fat, high in fiber and protein and no one would know there are beans in them.

I calculated these with a box of Pillsbury Chocolate Fudge Brownies, but I plan on buying reduced sugar to see if it lowers the points and still taste as good. Points may vary depending on which brand you use.


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Asparagus with Dijon Vinaigrette

A simple side dish that really celebrates Spring. Serve it cold or room temperature, leftovers are wonderful chopped and mixed into a salad.

This can easily be doubled or tripled.

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