Weight Watchers Recipes

Lo Mein Recipe (Weight Watchers Friendly)

Ingredients

  • 6 oz whole wheat spaghetti (or any low-carb noodles for keto-friendly)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • ½ cup snow peas
  • ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles:
    Prepare the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the sauce:
    In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  3. Sauté the aromatics:
    Heat sesame oil and olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Cook the vegetables:
    Add sliced onions, bell pepper, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Combine noodles and sauce:
    Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with vegetables. Pour in the sauce mixture and toss everything together. Stir well to ensure the noodles are fully coated.
  6. Garnish and serve:
    Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Weight Watchers Points

  • Points may vary based on the type of noodles and sauces used. Opt for low-sodium soy sauce and adjust oils to fit your plan.

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