Ratatouille, a hearty medley of colorful stewed vegetables, is an iconic French dish that has gained global popularity. With its versatility and adaptability to various cooking methods, ratatouille has found its way into numerous kitchens, becoming a beloved dish worldwide. Weight Watchers, a renowned weight management program, has embraced the culinary delight of ratatouille and offers a healthier take on this classic recipe. This article aims to guide readers in creating a delicious and nutritious ratatouille bake that aligns with Weight Watchers principles. By incorporating simple substitutions and mindful cooking techniques, readers will discover how to enjoy this delectable dish as part of a balanced and satisfying meal plan.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
RATATOUILLE BAKE
This recipe was given to me by my aunt, who lives in Atlanta, Georgia. It tastes wonderful with your garden vegetables.
Provided by Surpriseitswendy
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); spray a 2 1/2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the garlic, onion, and eggplant with the garlic until the vegetables have begun to soften, about 8 minutes. Stir in the zucchini, bell pepper, tomatoes, basil, parsley, salt, and black pepper; bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Cook the frozen ravioli as directed on the package; drain. Spread the cooked ravioli in a layer into the bottom of the prepared baking dish; spoon the hot vegetables over the ravioli. Sprinkle with the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 449.1 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
RATATOUILLE BAKE (WEIGHT WATCHERS)
This one is very easy to make, and is easy to make ahead, which is good for families. :) Only 7 WW points per serving!
Provided by Chesska
Categories Low Protein
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Heat large pan over medium-high heat, steam-cook eggplant and next 8 ingredients (eggplant through red pepper); sauté 1 minute, or until soft.
- Add rice; sauté 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and broth; bring to boil. Add chickpeas; stir well. Spoon rice mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.1, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 369.6, Carbohydrate 68.7, Fiber 8, Sugar 6.9, Protein 9
SOUTHWEST VEGETARIAN BAKE - WEIGHT WATCHERS FRIENDLY
Just finished this for supper after making it for the first time. It was warm and comforting with just the right amount of heat. Very filling - didn't even miss the meat! I made and baked in advance and then froze until I was ready to serve it. Yummy! Adapted from the Taste of Home Casseroles, Slow Cooker and Soups. 5.5 points per 1/8 of casserole.
Provided by cookingfor1
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the bean, corn, tomatoes, chilies, salsa, sour cream, 1 cup of the cheese, pepper and rice.
- Transfer to a shallow baking dish coated with non-stick spray. Sprinkle with onions and cilantro.
- Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining cup of cheese and continue baking for another 10 minutes.
- Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
- Note: I didn't have the patience to wait for the rice to cook so I increased the water by 1/2 cup and the rice cooked in the oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.3, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 869.1, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 14.2
MEXICAN POTATO CASSEROLE (WEIGHT WATCHERS)
Make and share this Mexican Potato Casserole (Weight Watchers) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chesska
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350º.
- Spray a 9x13" pan with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
- In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil, add the beef, bell peppers and scallions. Cook, stirring as needed, until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened, 6-8 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, spices and salt, cook, stirring as needed until the flavors are blended, about five minutes.
- Arrange alternate layers of the potatoes and beef mixture in the baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 40 minutes, uncover and sprinkle evenly with the cheese. Bake until the potatoes are cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.5, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 36.9, Sodium 213.6, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 14.9
BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN BAKE - WEIGHT WATCHERS
DH and I both loved this. Makes 4 servings at 5.5 WW Points each. Serve with salad or green beans for a complete meal.
Provided by thepurpleturtle
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Saute chicken with spices, onion and garlic until lightly browned, but not cooked through.
- Place chicken in a casserole dish and sprinkle with cheese.
- In a bowl, mix tomatoes and stuffing mix, until stuffing mix is moistened.
- Spread stuffing and tomato mixture over chicken and cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
WEIGHT WATCHERS PASTA BAKE AUST. POINTS 6.5
Make and share this Weight Watchers Pasta Bake Aust. Points 6.5 recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sonya01
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Cook pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet instructions until almost cooked through, or quite al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium saucepan.
- over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring for 2 minutes. Increase heat.
- to high and add beef. Cook, stirring to break up any lumps, for 3-5 minutes.
- or until brown.
- Add oregano, thyme and rosemary. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes and stock and bring to the boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spoon a small amount of tomato mixture into bottom of a 3 litre capacity casserole dish (just enough to cover the surface). Top with half of penne. Layer with half of remaining tomato sauce and half of mozzarella cheese. Layer remaining penne on top. Spoon over remaining sauce and mozzarella cheese. Bake in oven until cheese is golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Serve with a simple mixed salad tossed with fat-free dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.8, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 52.1, Sodium 423.7, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.9, Protein 28.3
RATATOUILLE BAKE
This is a very hearty vegetarian dish. I often use half and half potato and sweet potato or just sweet potato for the mash and either work very well too.
Provided by Aileen2
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- . Put the oven on Gas 5, 190C, 375°F.
- . Peel and cook the potatoes in salted water. Drain and mash.
- . Stir the basil into the mashed potato along with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in enough milk to make a creamy mash.
- . Place the aubergine, courgettes, red peppers, red onions, and garlic in a deep oven-proof dish.
- . Add two tablespoons of olive oil, Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt and toss well.
- . Cook on the top shelf of a pre-heated oven, Gas 7,220C, 425F, for 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. Remove from the oven and stir in the tomatoes.
- . Season with salt and pepper.
- . Reduce the oven temperature to Gas 5,190C, 375°F.
- . Spread the mashed potato carefully on top.
- . Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- . Bake in the centre of a pre-heated oven for 30 minutes or until the topping is golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.7, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 36, Carbohydrate 80.4, Fiber 13.7, Sugar 11, Protein 10.5
Tips:
- To save time, use a frozen diced onion and bell pepper mix. You'll need about 2 cups total.
- If you don't have a mandoline, use a sharp knife to thinly slice the zucchini and eggplant.
- To make the dish more flavorful, use a variety of herbs and spices. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- If you're short on time, you can skip the step of sautéing the vegetables. Just layer them in the baking dish and bake as directed.
- Serve the ratatouille bake with a side of crusty bread or rice.
Conclusion:
This ratatouille bake is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with vegetables, making it a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. Plus, it's low in calories and fat, making it a good choice for those who are watching their weight. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this ratatouille bake a try.
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