Taking Control

So...I joined Weight Watchers 3 weeks ago. I never really thought much about what I ate, I was naturally athletic, and never had a hard time maintaining my weight until I had two children, and turned 30. Everything slowed down, I was tired all the time, and I felt like I was losing control. It didn't help that my husband is naturally very thin, and can eat anything he wants and not gain an ounce. I didn't notice that things had gone so far until I saw myself in a video of the kids, and I did not like what I saw. I finally decided to make a change.

Like I said, it has been 3 weeks, and I have lost 10 pounds. My goal is 25 pounds, so I am happy to say I have put a dent in it.

I love the program, I don't feel limited by anything that I "can't" have, and I am discovering new recipes for old favorites that are healthier. I feel better, and this change is going to make my family healthier too.

One problem is, I am having trouble finding good recipes for salads that are filling, and low in points plus values. I am going to share a recipe for one I have made here after the jump:





BBQ Chicken Salad: 6 Weight Watchers points plus

1 cup of romaine Lettuce
1 cup of spring mix
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
2 Tbsp cooked corn (canned, fresh, or frozen)
1/4 medium sized avocado
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
90 g (about 1/3 cup) cooked chicken breast tossed in about 1 tsp bbq sauce
1 Tbsp fat free ranch dressing

Mix lettuce, spring mix and cilantro, if using together.
top with tomatoes, corn, avocado, cucumber and chicken.
drizzle dressing on top.

If packing this salad for lunch, put dressing in a separate container so that the salad doesn't get soggy, and add it when you are ready to eat. I like to shake it up in the Tupperware to mix everything up well.