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Last updated: October 4, 2023
If you follow a vegan diet you might be wondering how you can fit into the Weight Watchers program and if it will work for you. Fortunately you’ve come to the right place, as these vegan Weight Watchers recipes will show that you can still stick to your Weight Watchers points and lose weight while following a plant-based diet.
These vegan Weight Watchers recipes are perfect for when you want to indulge in your favirite meals, and they’re great if you’re vegan, just doing Veganuary, or doing Weight Watchers in general and adding in some meatless meals throughout the week.
These recipes switch out many of the less healthy ingredients in classic foods like pizza and curry and go back to basics with lots of zero points foods like fresh vegetables, lean vegan protein, and grains and pulses.
You can swap any of the ingredients out for other options too. For example, use cauliflower rice in place of regular rice, or olive oil instead of a low-calorie cooking spray oil. Just make sure you are packing these tasty recipes with delicious vegan zero point foods to stay fuller for longer.
Here are five vegan Weight Watchers recipes to help you enjoy cooking and even dieting this month.
Vegan Tortilla Pizzas
These tasty tortilla pizzas are a lighter way to enjoy pizza toppings.
Vegan Tortilla Pizzas
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These make a lovely light lunch, and they're a good way to use up leftover veggies which are of course free on Weight Watchers.
Other toppings you could use are falafel, roasted butternut squash, roasted vegetables, artichokes, figs, vegan cheese, and vegan pesto.
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Ingredients
- 4 Flour Tortillas
- 8 tbsps Tomato Puree
- 1 Red Onion
- 25 g Sun Dried Tomatoes
- 20 g Black Olives sliced
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Rocket
- For the vegan parmesan:
- 35 g Cashews
- 1 Tsp Nutritional Yeast
- Pinch of Salt
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
Instructions
First make the vegan parmesan. It's so easy because all you need to do is blend the ingredients together. I use a Nutribullet which blends everything to a fine crumb texture just like parmesan. The nutritional yeast gives it a cheesy flavour.
Assemble the pizzas by spreading tomato puree on the tortillas. You can then load them up with your toppings. I did two pizzas with just red onion, olives and cherry tomatoes, and the other two with red onion and sun dried tomatoes.
Bake them in the oven at 180 degrees for 6 – 8 minutes, depending on how crispy you want the tortillas to be.
Once they're out, sprinkle with rocket or the vegan parmesan. You can add a little drizzle of oil too.
Notes
Weight Watchers Points: 15 for two pizzas
Vegan Roast Dinner (Whole Roasted Cauliflower & Trimmings)
No need to miss out on Sunday lunch if you’re following a weight loss program.
Vegan Roast Dinner (Whole Roasted Cauliflower & Trimmings)
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Life wouldn't be the same without roast potatoes. Instead of using a lot of oil to make roasties, and adding a pie or nut roast with them, try using spray oil instead and swapping the pie for roasted cauliflower.
You can substitute the ordinary potatoes for sweet potatoes too if you prefer.
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Ingredients
- 1 Whole Cauliflower
- Spray Oil
- 500 g Potatoes peeled
- 2 Turnips
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- 20 g Gravy Granules use one which is suitable for vegans
- 40 g Stuffing Mix also suitable for vegans
- Garlic Powder
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 220 degrees. While the potatoes are parboiling, prepare the cauliflower by spraying it with the oil and then sprinkling with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Put it on a baking tray and in the oven (I cooked mine for 45 minutes. You can also parboil it before and cook it for less time for a softer inside).
I peeled the turnips and cut them into chunks. I mixed these with the boiled potatoes, now drained, in a bowl with some spray oil. Then I put these in the oven in a roasting dish. I used turnips because they are free on Weight Watchers and are similar to roast potatoes, but bring the points value down.
Prepare the stuffing according to the instructions, spray the carrots and sprouts and then put everything in the oven to roast together. Make the gravy at the last minute.
Notes
Weight Watchers Points: 12 per person
Vegan Chow Mein
The perfect easy Friday night dinner if you just want something healthy to throw together.
Vegan Chow Mein
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Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Onion
- Ginger
- Garlic
- 1 Carrot
- Large Handful Beansprouts
- 1 Red Chilli finely sliced
- 1 Broccoli Head
- 2 Packs Ready Cooked Noodles check they don’t contain egg
- Sprinkle of Sesame Seeds
- Soy Sauce
- 100 ml Vegan Stock
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet to a high heat and cook the onions for a couple of minutes. Add the chopped fresh ginger and garlic.
After another minute or so, add the carrot, broccoli and chilli. I cooked these for 3 – 4 mins and then finally added bean sprouts and tomatoes, along with the cooked noodles. Splash in some soy sauce and the stock, then season with salt and pepper.
After a minute or two, transfer to a bowl and garnish with sesame seeds. So quick and easy!
Notes
Weight Watchers Points: 10 per person (8 if using spray oil and not sesame oil)
Vegan Thai Red Curry & Fried Rice
This has some really delicious flavors and it’s a very easy meal to throw together on a weeknight.
Vegan Thai Red Curry & Fried Rice
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This is another recipe that's really easy to make, and another way to use up any vegetables you have.
You could also add things like chickpeas, sweet potato, butternut squash, tofu, bell peppers or potatoes to keep it vegan.
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Ingredients
- 1 Onion
- Garlic
- Ginger
- 1 Red Chilli
- Spray oil
- 150 g Quorn Vegan Pieces or other meat-free chicken alternative
- Any veggies you want I used cauliflower, cabbage and green beans
- 1 Can Water chestnuts
- 1 Can Low Fat Coconut Milk
- 70 g Thai Red Curry Paste check it’s vegan
- Brown Rice for ease I used a microwaveable pack
- Spring Onions
- Soy Sauce
- Coriander
- Salt
Instructions
Fry the chopped onion, then add garlic, ginger and the Quorn. I then added the veggies and water chestnuts and stir fried them for around 5 minutes.
Add the curry paste. Fry for 2-3 mins then add the coconut milk and turn it down to simmer. Meanwhile cook your rice (or use the microwave rice packet like I did) and fry the spring onions and chilli.
Add the rice and some soy sauce to the spring onions and chilli, and fry for a couple of minutes. Garnish with coriander.
Notes
Weight Watchers Points: 14 per person
Vegan Naked Burritos
Get all the flavors of this classic Mexican dish without the extra carbs.
Vegan Naked Burritos
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A naked burrito is like the deconstructed version of a normal burrito, without the flour tortilla. You can use lots of vegetables and salads, plus refried beans, salsa and all the other Mexican-style trimmings that you want.
If you want to you can also add in kidney beans for an equally delicious recipe.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 people
Ingredients
- 1 Carton Ready-Cooked Black Beans
- 6 vegan sausages
- Half A Red Onion
- Half A Cucumber
- Lettuce
- Spray Oil
- 3 Tomatoes
- Jalapenos
- Salsa
- Garlic Puree
- Coriander
- Lime Juice
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
These refried beans are very easy to make. They're not the most photogenic of food, but they do taste gorgeous. Fry the black beans on a very low heat, adding some spray oil and garlic puree. They will be ready in about 20 minutes.
Cook the sausages as per the instructions (around 15 minutes in the oven).
You could also use Quorn pieces instead for an almost zero point meal.
Make a pico de gallo by chopping fresh tomatoes and red onion, then mixing them together with as many chopped jalapenos as you want, plus lime juice, salt and coriander. It's a lovely salsa.
I serve everything up on a bed of lettuce, with some cucumber and tomato salsa.
Notes
Weight Watchers Points: 10 per person
You can of course roll the ingredients in a tortilla to make a burrito, but don't forget to count the extra points.
Keyword burrito, easy, quick
These vegan recipes are a great way to start your weight loss journey without sacrificing on on flavor.
You can make many a flavorful dinner on a vegan meal plan, and if you’re trying to stick to your weight loss goals then these vegan Weight Watchers recipes are all really healthy recipes that use fresh food.
Weight Watchers does really work as a weight loss program and as long as you stick within your daily points, fill up on leafy greens, healthy fats and fresh fruit you will see results from your efforts.
Frequently asked questions
Can you do Weight Watchers and be vegan?
Yes, you can do Weight Watchers and be vegan. The Weight Watchers program is designed to be flexible and accommodate all dietary preferences, including veganism. There are many vegan foods that are low in Points, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. You can also find vegan versions of many popular Weight Watchers recipes.
Can vegans lose weight on Weight Watchers?
Yes, vegans can lose weight on Weight Watchers. In fact, a well-planned vegan diet can be very effective for weight loss. There are many vegan foods that are low in Points, and you can still enjoy your favorite foods, like pasta, pizza, and tacos, on the Weight Watchers program.
What is considered vegan junk food?
Vegan junk food encompasses highly processed, plant-based foods that are low in nutritional value but high in sugars, unhealthy fats, and calories. Examples include vegan ice cream, pastries, fast food, chips, and sugary snacks. While these items avoid animal products, they should be consumed sparingly in a balanced vegan diet focused on whole, nutrient-rich foods.
More plant-based recipes:
Vegan popsicle recipe
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