Tequila Lime Salt

Flavoring salt is so easy and there are so many different flavors that you can try. You can flavor salt with chili powder, paprika, dried herbs, citrus zest, etc. I saw a lime flavored salt and decided to try to make my own, but change it up and make Tequila Lime Salt. Because I used liquid, the salt needed time to dry out. I sped up this process by putting it in the oven on a low temperature. 

This was perfect for flavoring my Pan Seared Chicken with Salsa and Lime (recipe coming soon) and was so simple. Of course this would be very yummy on the rim of a margarita glass :)

Enjoy!

Lightened Up Baked Tortellini

Servings: 6

Serving Size: 1/6th of Pan

Points+: 8

I love this meal. It was actually one of the first dinners I ever cooked for my family and friends. This recipe is adapted from Giada de Laurentiis' Every Day Italian on the Food Network. I cut back on the amount of tortellini and also used fat free ricotta and fat free cream cheese in the sauce. Instead of using whole milk mozzarella, I used Sargento Reduced Fat Italian blend cheese, as well as a fat free grated parmesan to reduce the points+ and fat. I also used a store bought tortellini and chose the Buitoni Spinach variety with cheese. This came in 9 oz packages, so I have leftover tortellini! I also added fresh basil to this because I love basil :)

This meal is very easy to get on the table in regards to prep work. It takes less than 15 minutes to prepare and then you just pop it in the oven and it is done in 30 minutes.

It is also a very filling meal. My boyfriend had 2 servings but 1 was perfect for me. You can serve it with a green salad and light italian dressing for a complete meal. 

Enjoy!

Turkey, Bacon, and Cheese Lettuce Wrap

Servings: 1

Serving Size: 1 Lettuce Wrap

WW Points+: 4

The first time I had a lettuce wrap it was more of a lettuce "bowl" and we filled it with chicken, veggies,  and different sauces. I wanted something that would be easy to carry and not make a huge mess if I brought it to work with me for lunch. I originally wanted to find a sandwich shop in my area that would make lettuce wraps for me, but I did not find anything. The closest and best looking one I did find is at a place called Jimmy John's. I've never been but the website shows that they make this delicious looking lettuce wrap called the Unwich. Unfortnately it's a bit of a hike...all the way to Philadelphia for the closest one. So I decided to make my own. It was really easy and I didn't have to go out and buy it!

This is actually really filling, despite the fact that there is no bread. I like sandwiches on really yummy bread--actually I love bread in general, just not all the points. But with this lettuce wrap, you won't miss the bread at all. I used ingredients that I had on hand, but you can make it with whatever you like on your sandwich. I used iceburg lettuce as the leaves are large and easy to roll up. I have tried this with romaine because the nutritional value of romaine is definitely better than iceburg, but it was a lot harder to roll and keep together.

Enjoy!

Breakfast Burrito

Servings: 2

Serving Size: 1 Burrito

WW Points+: 4

I love breakfast! And I love to make good, big breakfasts on the weekends. When I don't have time to cook in the morning before work, I usually just have something quick, like a whole wheat, light english muffin or some yogurt and fruit. When I don't have anything in the house that is quick to eat before work, I will usually stop at Dunkin Donuts and get their egg and cheese wake up wrap (only 4 points plus!). This is the best breakfast item I have found at a fast food restaurant in regards to WW points. Have you heard that Taco Bell is now serving breakfast?! I don't even want to think about what they have or how many calories and points are in their breakfast items. Yikes!


Anyways, this breakfast burrito is loaded with eggs, veggies, cheese, and even bacon! I used Oscar Mayer Fully Cooked Bacon but you can certainly use a center-cut bacon, just cook it beforehand. This recipe makes two and one definitely filled me up with a side of fruit and some coffee. Enjoy!