Thursday, March 13, 2025

Weight Watchers Friendly Sauces


a bowl of peanut butter and celery sticks

I’ve found that having low-calorie, flavorful sauces, toppings, and dressings on hand is a game-changer for staying on track with my weight loss following Weight Watchers.  

steamed broccoli

Plain steamed veggies or a simple baked potato instantly become more exciting with the right homemade healthy low calorie dressing or topping which helps make eating simple foods feel less like a chore. 

 The other day, I went out to a Chinese restaurant and ordered plain steamed broccoli, steamed bok choy, and steamed tofu— without any of their  sauces- just plain - and boring. 

a person dipping sauce into a bowl of food

Instead, I brought a small individualized container of my homemade low calorie peanut sauce (made with PB2, a no-fat peanut butter powder), and dipped my vegetables in it. It made all the difference. It was delicious, satisfying, and totally kept me on weight loss plan! ( I did it partially because I am dieting and partially because of my celiac concerns).

Regardless, my low calorie homemade sauce upped the game for me to make it a tastier meal without the added calories. 

I also use this sauce with rice noodle vegetable wraps and it is delicious. 

This recipe makes a small amount. Multiply the PB2, Hoisin sauce, and tamari sauce times 3 to make more sauce (add a little more water as needed) I estimate- the recipe is 2 points on WW. 

a bowl of peanut butter and celery sticks

Recipe for Low Calorie Peanut Sauce : 

2 tablespoons of gluten-free peanut butter powder (PB2)

2 tablespoons of gluten-free hoisin sauce

2 tablespoons water 

1 small individualized package of stevia (1/2 teaspoon) 

1 tablespoon of tamari sauce (or GF soy sauce)

Directions: 

Mix all of the ingredients together forming a pasty sauce. If too thick, add another tablespoon of water. Use on steamed vegetables.

Try some other sauces 

Spicy Orange Sauce  (link to the recipe)

Vegan stuffed baked potato

Cilantro Lime Oil-Free Dressing (link to recipe)



8 comments:

  1. Sauces, dressings and dips can enliven even the blandest dishes. Our table is never set without them! The other night we had cauliflower and a cheese sauce with a judicious amount of hot pepper flakes took it to a whole new level!

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    1. I have found that a I need a good sauce

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  2. Saves add a nice taste and touch. Veggies get a whole new life with a touch of sauce.

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  3. I've brought my own stuff out to eat as well. I like it better in many cases.

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    1. I felt a little embarrassed bringing something, but was much happier and safer with my gluten-free

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  4. That's a really good idea -- great for home or going out!

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