Certainly! Here’s the recipe for Zucchini with Oatmeal reimagined as a Weight Watchers-friendly dish, with nutritional information and SmartPoints included.

Weight Watchers-Friendly Zucchini with Oatmeal

This healthy and delicious Zucchini with Oatmeal recipe is perfect for anyone following a Weight Watchers plan. Packed with vegetables, protein, and fiber, it’s a great option for a balanced meal.

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 medium zucchini (about 350g), grated and drained
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 grams (3.5 ounces) reduced-fat cheese, shredded (e.g., part-skim mozzarella)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 medium potato, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 tablespoons oats
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill (or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Preparation:

  1. Prepare the Zucchini:
  • Grate the zucchini and let it sit for about 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  • Squeeze out as much water as possible from the grated zucchini using a clean kitchen towel.
  1. Mix Ingredients:
  • In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, grated carrot, eggs, cheese, parsley, grated potato, minced garlic, salt, pepper, Herbes de Provence, and paprika.
  • Grind the oats in a blender to a fine consistency, then mix into the bowl.
  • Let the mixture rest for about 15 minutes to allow the oats to swell.
  1. Form and Fry Meatballs:
  • Shape the mixture into small meatballs, and coat each lightly with flour.
  • Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  • Fry the meatballs for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  1. Prepare the Sauce:
  • In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt and light mayonnaise.
  • Stir in the dill, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve the zucchini meatballs hot with the prepared sauce.

Nutritional Information (per serving, makes about 4 servings):

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 10g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 5g

Weight Watchers SmartPoints® (per serving):

  • Green: 6 SmartPoints
  • Blue: 5 SmartPoints
  • Purple: 5 SmartPoints

Tips:

  • Flour Alternatives: Use almond flour or chickpea flour for a gluten-free option.
  • Cooking Method: To reduce calories and SmartPoints, consider baking the meatballs instead of frying.

Enjoy this flavorful and healthy Zucchini with Oatmeal recipe that’s easy on the points and big on taste!