10 Point Weight Watchers Friendly Spaghetti & Meatballs

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
10 Point Weight Watchers Friendly Spaghetti & Meatballs
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs ( Progresso Italian Style )
1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute ( Original )
8 ounces angel hair pasta ( I used Kroger brand )
1 cup pasta sauce ( I used Healthy Choice Garlic & Herb )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
375
Sugar
7g
Fat
12g
This recipe is perfect for those on the Weight Watchers program, offering a low point option while still providing a warm, comforting meal. The turkey meatballs are a healthy twist on a classic favorite, while the pasta is light and easy to digest. The dish is perfectly balanced with the tomato-based pasta sauce providing a serving of vegetables. This meal is a great option for anyone looking for a quick and easy dinner idea.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350.
2.Combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, and egg substitute in a bowl and mix well.
3.Roll mixture into 1 inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
4.Bake meatballs for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
5.While meatballs are baking, boil water in a pot and cook angel hair pasta according to package instructions.
6.Heat pasta sauce in a separate pot.
7.Serve meatballs and pasta topped with sauce.
8.

PROS

This recipe offers a low point option for those on the Weight Watchers program.

Ground turkey is a lean protein and pasta sauce can be a good source of lycopene and antioxidants.

CONS

Angel hair pasta is not very nutrient-dense compared to other whole grain options.

The meatballs may not be as flavorful as traditional beef meatballs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground turkey is a lean protein option that can help with muscle growth and maintenance.
Tomatoes, which are the base of many pasta sauces, are a good source of lycopene which has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers.

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