The average-sized potato (approximately 3 inches in diameter) contains only about 150 calories, and this is true regardless of the type of potato, whether it’s a russet, sweet, or golden Idaho potato, etc. Moreover, potatoes are not only rich in important nutrients but also high in fiber, and high-fiber foods are more filling, which means that dieters who eat potatoes will not be tempted either to overindulgence during meals or to snack between meals.
Although there are numerous low-calorie potato recipes available, the three below are especially delicious; plus, they’re really quite easy to prepare.
Easy Low Calorie German Potato Salad Recipe for Weight Watchers
This is a particularly tasty potato salad, and although best served warm, it’s still delicious when served cold for a picnic or barbecue.
Ingredients:
- 8 medium potatoes
- 4 eggs, boiled
- 1 cup finely chopped celery (remove the strings)
- 6 slices turkey bacon, cooked until crispy
- 1/8 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup mustard
- Nature’s Seasoning, Mrs. Dash Seasoning Blend, or salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley or dried parsley flakes
Preparation:
- Peel potatoes, cut into chunks, cover with water, and boil until tender.
- Drain liquid from potatoes and place in large bowl.
- Peel boiled eggs, cut into pieces, and add to potatoes.
- Crumble prepared turkey bacon into potatoes and eggs.
- Add celery, followed by mayonnaise and mustard.
- Mix all ingredients well, adding seasoning to taste.
- Top with parsley or parsley flakes.
Servings: 10
Calories per serving: 175
Easy Low Calorie Scalloped Potatoes Recipe for Weight Loss
Many people like scalloped potatoes, but they don’t care for the calorie content, especially if they’re trying to lose weight. However, even weight watchers can enjoy the following recipe since the average serving contains only 110 calories.
Ingredients:
- 6 medium potatoes
- 1 small onion, chopped fine
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 and 1/2 cups skim milk
- 3 tablespoons light margarine
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Peel and slice potatoes.
- Layer sliced potatoes with onion, margarine, flour, and seasonings in baking dish.
- Cover potato mixture with milk.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender and golden brown (not burned) on the top.
Servings: approximately 12
Calories per serving: 110
Easy Low Calorie Diet Recipe for Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole
Although a bit higher in calories than the preceding recipes, this recipe is still quite low in calories, especially considering that it calls for sugar. Moreover, it’s the perfect alternative to the traditional calorie-laden sweet potato casserole that many people associate with the holidays.
Ingredients:
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, cooked
- 3 medium apples (tart), peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup light margarine
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup hot water
- Approximately 1 teaspoon salt
Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Remove skins from potatoes and slice.
- Alternate layers of potatoes and apples in casserole or baking dish.
- Dot each layer with margarine then sprinkle with sugar and salt.
- Cover with the hot water.
- Bake, uncovered, for 25 minutes.
- Uncover then bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until liquid has evaporated and top layer is browned.
Servings: 208
Calories per serving:
Dieters who enjoyed these recipes might also enjoy the ones below:
- “Easy Low Calorie Homemade Vegetable Soup Recipes”
- “Easy Low Calorie, Low Fat Chicken Casserole Recipes for Dieters”
- “Easy Low Calorie Diet Recipes for Lasagna”
Carol Rzadkiewicz - Carol Rzadkiewicz has taught college English for over 14 years and is the author of three published novels and numerous short stories.
