Low-Point Tortilla Fajitas Recipe
Ingredients:

  • 4 street taco size tortillas (light or low-calorie tortillas, check specific brand for points)
  • 1 ounce reduced-fat Mexican shredded cheese (1 point)
  • 1 tablespoon oil (e.g., olive oil or cooking spray, typically 3 points for 1 tablespoon)
  • Fajita seasoning mix (check for specific points, usually minimal if used in small amounts)
  • Non-fat Greek yogurt (as a substitute for sour cream, 0 points)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare Fajitas:
    • If you’re using vegetables and/or protein for your fajitas (e.g., bell peppers, onions, chicken), season them with the fajita mix and toss them with the oil.
    • Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake:
    • Bake the fajita mixture in the oven for about 20 minutes.
    • Toss the ingredients with tongs to ensure even cooking.
    • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until everything is cooked through and slightly crispy.
  4. Assemble Tortillas:
    • Evenly distribute 1 ounce of shredded cheese among the 4 tortillas.
    • Add the cooked fajita mixture on top of the cheese.
    • Fold or roll up the tortillas as desired.
  5. Serve:
    • Top with non-fat Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

Points Calculation:

For the entire recipe:

  • Cheese: 1 ounce = 1 point
  • Oil: 1 tablespoon = 3 points (if included)
  • Tortillas: Points depend on brand, typically 1-2 points per tortilla (check specific brand)
  • Non-fat Greek yogurt: 0 points

Total Points:

  • Per serving (if dividing the whole recipe into 4 servings): If each serving includes 1 tortilla, the cheese, and a portion of the fajita mixture, you would add 1 point (cheese) + 0-2 points per tortilla (depends on the brand) + 0-3 points for oil.

Tips:

  • Adjusting Points: If you’re using oil, consider accounting for those points. Cooking spray can be a lower-point alternative.
  • Tortilla Size: Street taco size tortillas are usually lower in points than larger tortillas, making them a good choice for a lower-point meal.
  • Cheese: Using reduced-fat cheese helps keep the points low while still providing flavor.

Benefits:

  • Customization: You can adjust the recipe based on your taste preferences and points budget.
  • Low Points: With minimal points for the oil, cheese, and tortillas, this meal is a great option for staying within your Weight Watchers goals.
  • Versatility: Use different vegetables or proteins based on what you have on hand or to vary the flavors.

This approach allows you to enjoy a delicious, filling meal while keeping it within your Weight Watchers points. Enjoy your tortilla fajitas!