Recipes for Weight Loss Surgery Success
Almond Chicken
Ingredients low-fat cooking spray or mist 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp curry powder 2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts (weighing about 4 oz each), cut into strips 2 tbsp ground almonds 5 oz or small carton fat-free natural yogurt salt and...
Sugar Free Lemon Lover’s Pie!
Author: Susan Maria Leach, Before & After Ingredients 6 egg yolks ¼ teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ cup Truvia Baking blend 1 cup Splenda plus 3 tablespoons 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest ¾ cup lemon juice - you will need 4 fresh lemons. Grate...
Candy Cane Protein Shake
Ingredients: 2 scoops Protein Shake powder (any protein type)*1/2 avocado1 tsp real vanilla extract3-5 drops pure peppermint oil (to taste)10 oz. unsweetened coconut milk4-5 ice cubes Instructions Blend the ingredients together until smooth, ramping up the blender...
Sausage, Cheese and Veggie Egg Bake
Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 7 oz (2 links) sweet Italian chicken sausage, removed from skinolive oil spray1 3/4 cups part skim mozzarella, shredded (for gf, check labels)1 tbsp olive oil1/3 cup chopped shallots5 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms1 cup chopped...
Zucchini Pizza Boats
Ingredients 4 medium zucchini1 pound ground turkey½ cup chopped onion1 egg, beaten½ pound sliced mushroom1 large tomato, diced¾ cup spaghetti sauce½ cup seasoned whole wheat bread crumbs¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper½ cup of shredded low fat mozzarella cheese...
No-Flour, Lower-Sugar Chewy Pecan Cookies
Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes Servings: 10 cookies Ingredients 1/2 c. pecan butter (or any nut butter)1.5 c. almond flour6 tbsp. no-calorie sweetener (I used Splenda Brown Sugar Blend)1/4 c. milk (I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk)1 tsp....
Chicken Cordon Bleu Wonton Cupcakes
Serving:12 cupcakes Ingredients 12 oz (2 ½ cups) cooked diced or shredded chicken breast (I used grilled and diced)3 oz thinly sliced deli ham, chopped (I used Hillshire Farm Deli Select Ultra Thin Brown Sugar Ham)8 wedges of The Laughing Cow Light Swiss Cheese...
Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon Stew
Servings: 8 servings Nutritional Facts Calories: 310Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 141mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 3gSugars: 3gProtein: 23gSmartPoints: 8 Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds lean beef chuck, cut into bite size cubes1 pound...
French Wild Rice Vegetable Soup
This hearty soup is the perfect accompaniment for a sandwich or salad any time of the year. Packed with fiber and nutrients, it can power up your day. Recipe developed by Sharon Palmer, RD Servings: 6 each (1 cup each) Ingredients 5 cups water 1 14.5 oz can diced...
Greek Chicken Burgers Recipe
Makes 4 BurgersCook Time: Cook 15 minutes or until done. Ingredients 1 pound ground chicken 1 large egg white 1/3 cup dried bread crumbs 1 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp dried oregano leaves 1/2 cup coarsely chopped baby spinach leaves 1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta...
Nik’s Cheesesteak Ramekin
Ingredients 2 oz. thin-sliced deli roast beef (you can go for low-sodium if you need), chopped1 tablespoon of finely diced onions1 tablespoon finely diced green peppers (if you can do them)A few slices of mushroom (if you like mushrooms)1 Laughing Cow Light French...
Crustless Pizza Casserole
Ingredients 2 cup whatever veggies you like, diced (I used onions, yellow bell peppers, and zucchini) 1 clove clove garlic minced 1 lb. Italian-style ground meat salt and pepper, to taste 1.5 cup your favorite pizza or spaghetti sauce your other favorite pizza...