My kids can eat their weight in these Healthy Banana Pancakes. Fluffy and full of flavor, they’re great for breakfast or dinner! 152 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SP Pancakes – and especially these healthy banana pancakes – are somewhat of a sacred meal in our house, meaning that they are revered above almost any…
Roasted Cauliflower Pasta with Caramelized Onions & Chickpeas
One of the best pasta dishes I’ve eaten in a long time! This roasted cauliflower pasta is flavored with caramelized onions, spinach and hazelnuts. Mostly pantry staples! 313 calories and 6 Weight Watchers SP This roasted cauliflower pasta recipe truly stole my heart! I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s one of the best pasta…
20+ Healthy Recipes Using Pantry Staples
Turn to your pantry staples, such as beans, rice, pasta and potatoes to pull off healthy meals with little effort and minimal trips to the store. At the best of times, we could all use an arsenal of healthy recipes that utilize pantry staples. During these distressing times of social distancing and restaurant closures, there’s…
Shrimp Pasta Primavera Salad Recipe
Welcome spring with this Shrimp Pasta Primavera Salad! Packed with asparagus and snap peas, it’s perfect for a light dinner or picnic lunch. 219 calories and 4 Weight Watchers SP Spring has most decidedly sprung around here and I’m celebrating with this Shrimp Pasta Primavera Pasta Salad. Primavera means “spring” in Italian and also refers…
Honey Garlic Baked Turkey Meatballs
Who can resist a plateful of Honey Garlic Baked Turkey Meatballs?! Great as appetizers or served over rice as an easy dinner. 239 calories and 7 Weight Watchers SP We are fans of all-things-meatballs in this house, and these Honey Garlic Baked Turkey Meatballs are taking one of the top spots in my family’s rankings….
Braised Herb & Balsamic Chicken Recipe
I’ve been making this Braised Herb Balsamic Chicken recipe for years and it’s one of my family’s favorite weekday meals! 285 calories and 5 Weight Watchers SP Braised Herb Balsamic Chicken is one of those meals that we turn to over and over again. Between my freezer stash of chicken thighs and breasts, an ever-present…
Vegan Thai Red Curry Recipe
Add some kick to your meatless meals with this delicious and veggie-packed Vegan Thai Red Curry! It uses ingredients found in most grocery stores & it’s a breeze to make. 189 calories and 6 Weight Watchers SmartPoints My boys are suckers for any sort of Thai-inspired food and this Vegan Thai Red Curry recipe got…
Superfood Salad with Miso Dressing
There’s so much goodness in this superfood salad. Kale, avocado, cabbage, rice and more, all tossed with a miso dressing. Delicious! 143 calories and 4 Weight Watchers SP There are some days when my body craves a big bowl of veggies, and this superfood salad takes on that role like the superhero it is! Packed…
Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe (+ Slow Cooker & Stovetop)
This hearty, healthy Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili is a great weeknight dinner, with tons of fiber and protein. Also included are directions for slow cooker and stovetop. 254 calories and 1 Weight Watchers SP This Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili is one of the first recipes when I first received my Instant Pot a couple of…
Honey Balsamic Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
The glaze on these Honey Balsamic Air Fryer Chicken Thighs is to die for! A quick and easy chicken recipe with tons of flavor. 276 calories and 7 Weight Watchers SP Just when my older son started jokingly rolling his eyes at “another chicken dinner“, I served up these Honey Balsamic Air Fryer Chicken Thighs…
Prune Almond Protein Balls
Fuel up post-workout or curb that sugar craving with these easy Prune Almond Protein Balls. Keep your kitchen stocked with a double batch! 109 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SP for 2 protein balls. I had no idea these Prune Almond Protein Balls would be such a hit the first time I made them. But…
Slow Cooker Italian Chickpeas {Vegan}
Pull out the crockpot for a batch of these vegan Slow Cooker Italian Chickpeas. Mix in some extra vegetables if you’d like and serve over rice or quinoa. 188 calories and 0 Weight Watchers SP These Slow Cooker Italian Chickpeas prove that this protein-packed legume isn’t destined just for hummus. In fact, chickpeas are fantastic…
Slow Cooker Vegetable Barley Soup Recipe {Vegan}
This Slow Cooker Vegetable Barley Soup recipe couldn’t be easier. Just throw everything in the crockpot and walk away! Healthy, delicious and packed with nutrients. 164 calories and 4 Weight Watchers SP This slow cooker vegetable barley soup saved me on more than one occasion. I’ve lost count of how many times we’ve sat on…
Pesto Turkey Tortellini Soup {30 Minute Meal}
My family LOVES this Pesto Turkey Tortellini Soup recipe! And really, you can never have enough 30 minute recipes in your arsenal. 230 calories and 4 Weight Watchers SP Pesto turkey tortellini soup brings memories of growing up in Vancouver. My parents and I made regular trips to the Granville Island Public Market, the city’s…
Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet Meal
This one-pot Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet Meal got rave reviews all around from my family. This will be a regular at our dinner table, for sure! 375 calories and 6 Weight Watchers SP This Ground Turkey Skillet Enchilada Meal is one of those meals that I can make at a moment’s notice because it’s rare…
Apple and Peanut Butter Granola Snacks
This 3-ingredient snack is popular with both kids and adults! Apple and Peanut Butter Granola Snacks help to curb those afternoon munchies. 126 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SP These Apple and Peanut Butter Granola Snacks are far from rocket science cooking. But sometimes we all need a little snack inspiration to help us bust…
Jicama, Black Bean and Corn Salsa Recipe
Fresh, crunchy and addictive! This jicama, black bean and corn salsa is great as a healthy, low calorie snack or served over grilled chicken or fish. 36 calories and 0 Weight Watchers SP Jicama, Black Bean and Corn Salsa Recipe This Jicama, Black Bean and Corn Salsa has saved me more times than I can…
Parmesan Herb Spaghetti Squash with Chicken
If there’s someone in the family that doesn’t like spaghetti squash, try out this Parmesan Herb Spaghetti Squash recipe on them. It changed my son’s mind! 244 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SP Parmesan Herb Spaghetti Squash with Chicken Parmesan Herb Spaghetti Squash turned my oldest son from someone who turns up his nose at…
Soba Noodle Salad with Turkey & Spinach
This soba noodle salad recipe is packed with protein and vegetables, which makes it a wonderful option for a satisfying dinner. 286 calories and 5 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP Soba Noodle Salad with Turkey & Spinach This soba noodle salad is a grown-up version of the midnight snack from my college days. Someone asked me…
Vegan Lentil Chili Recipe
The flavors in this Vegan Lentil Chili are rich, comforting and beyond delicious! You’ll never miss the meat. 296 calories and 1 Weight Watchers SP Whether you’re following a plant based diet or are just trying to work more meatless meals into your life, this vegan lentil chili recipe is a fantastic addition to any…