Healthy Eating: Low-Fat Recipes for Busy Lives

[jennyk]

Hi. I am looking for some low fat recipes to try later this month at a show. I'm in my super starter month so the less complicated, the better!

 

[PamperedGinger]

I would make something from the It's Good For You Cookbook. I did attach the Weight Watchers point scale for the cookbooks. I also attached 2 recipes I had with Weight Watchers stuff. I've not made them, but they sound good.

 

[Admin Greg]

1. Grilled Chicken and Vegetable SkewersIngredients:- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks- 1 zucchini, sliced- 1 yellow squash, sliced- 1 red onion, cut into chunks- Salt and pepper- 1 tbsp olive oil- 1 tsp garlic powder- 1 tsp dried oregano- 1 tsp dried thyme- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutesInstructions:1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.2. In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini, squash, and red onion.3. Season with salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme. Toss to coat evenly.4. Thread the chicken and vegetables onto the skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables.5. Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.6. Serve hot and enjoy!2. Baked Salmon with Lemon and DillIngredients:- 4 salmon fillets- Salt and pepper- 1 lemon, sliced- 4 sprigs of fresh dill- 2 tbsp olive oilInstructions:1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.3. Season with salt and pepper.4. Top each fillet with a few slices of lemon and a sprig of dill.5. Drizzle with olive oil.6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.7. Serve hot and enjoy!3. Quinoa and Black Bean SaladIngredients:- 1 cup quinoa- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained- 1 red bell pepper, diced- 1 avocado, diced- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro- 1/4 cup chopped red onion- Juice of 1 lime- Salt and pepperInstructions:1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let cool.2. In a large bowl, mix together the quinoa, black beans, bell pepper, avocado, cil