Faith + Weight Loss for Women
Delicious side dishes can make weight loss easier and meals more satisfying. This collection includes simple, lower-calorie recipes that work for family dinners, holidays, meal prep, and everyday eating. Whether you follow Weight Watchers or want healthier options, these recipes help you build a balanced plate.
You’ll find lighter comfort foods, fresh salads, vegetable dishes, and easy air fryer recipes. Try reader favorites like Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes, Healthy Cowboy Caviar, Apple Broccoli Salad, and Cauliflower Rice From Frozen Cauliflower. Looking for something different? Don’t miss Salad on a Stick, Crispy Polenta Fries, or Oven-Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes. Creamy favorites like Greek Yogurt Dill Dip and Ranch Vegetable Dip are perfect for snacks and gatherings.
At The Holy Mess, we believe healthy eating and faithful weight loss go together. Browse these easy and tasty Weight Watchers side dishes to find simple recipes that fit real life and support lasting weight loss.
Originally published December 2017. Updated October 2026 with current WW Points. This one minute Instant Pot cranberry sauce is thick, sweet-tart and ready in about 15 minutes. Made with Splenda, it’s 0 WW Points per serving on the current plan. Sugar or honey adds points, so track your version with the WW link in theContinue Reading
This California Roll Cucumber Salad Recipe gives you everything people love about sushi without the rolling, rice, or extra calories. It’s crisp, creamy, a little spicy, and surprisingly filling for how light it is. If you love sushi flavors but want something easier to prep and easier to fit into weight loss, this recipe checksContinue Reading
If you haven’t heard of caponata, now is the time. I’m excited to introduce you to this healthy and different appetizer, Healthy Caponata recipe. Full of vegetables like eggplant, zucchini, and celery, caponata is as beautiful as it is delicious, and making it in the pressure cooker makes this Instant Pot Caponata recipe comes together inContinue Reading
Baking your own homemade tortilla chips takes just minutes, and you get hot, fresh, crispy chips that are low in calories and WW points, tasty, and just the way you want them. Here’s a step-by-step method for getting them baked just right. These delicious homemade tortilla chips take just minutes to prepare and are so much healthierContinue Reading
This 20-Minute Egg Drop Soup tastes just like the one from your favorite Chinese takeout, but it’s lighter, cleaner, and only takes twenty minutes to make. With six eggs, loads of veggies, and savory broth, it’s warm, satisfying, and weight-loss-friendly. Whether you serve it as a light lunch or with a cozy dinner, this isContinue Reading
These Crispy Roasted Chickpeas are a satisfying, crunchy snack packed with fiber and plant-based protein. They are healthier than chips, and just as crave-worthy. Why You Should Make Crispy Roasted Chickpeas What Are Crispy Roasted Chickpeas? Also called roasted garbanzo beans, these are chickpeas seasoned with savory spices and crisped up in the oven orContinue Reading
This creamy Greek Yogurt Dill Dip is the perfect zero-point snack, veggie dip, or savory topping. Tangy, herby, and ready in minutes, it’s one of those recipes you’ll keep coming back to for a high-protein, healthy snack. Serve this tasty dip with veggies, whole grain crackers, or dollop it on grilled chicken. It’s light, fresh,Continue Reading
This light and colorful Rotini Feta Veggie Salad is a staple at LaNette Whiteside’s family gatherings. It’s perfect year-round, from summer picnics to holiday feasts. LaNette, Community Care Coordinator at The Holy Mess, shares this amazing pasta salad recipe that’s easy to make, packed with fresh veggies, and WW-friendly, too. You can prep it aheadContinue Reading
This easy, no-cook Corn, Pea, and Green Bean Salad is made with just a few pantry staples and chopped veggies. Whether you’re looking for a potluck recipe, a meal prep lunch, or something to enjoy straight from the fridge on a busy night, this one’s a keeper. WW-friendly and low in calories, this salad getsContinue Reading
Craving Chinese food? This healthy spin on take-out is quick to make, delicious, and perfect for weight loss goals. One-pan, freezer-friendly, high protein, and totally WW-approved. This anti-inflammatory, low-carb dish is loaded with veggies and protein. It comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a weeknight winner. This cauliflower chicken fried rice is aContinue Reading
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of natural sweetness – air fryer sweet potatoes are a total game-changer. Whether you’re serving them as a side dish, meal prep staple, or healthy snack, this easy recipe will quickly become a regular in your kitchen. This simple recipe works with fresh sweet potatoesContinue Reading
This Sweetheart Salad is the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and satisfying, without the heaviness of traditional desserts. Made with sugar-free cherry Jell-O, vanilla pudding, pineapple, and whipped topping, this dish is a fantastic choice for anyone following Weight Watchers, a low-calorie diet, or a gluten-free lifestyle. With just a few simple ingredients and minimalContinue Reading
This Weight Watchers Ranch Vegetable Dip Recipe has become a favorite of mine and I bet it will become one of your favorite Weight Watchers recipes, too. This ranch dip tastes amazing and best of all, it’s 0 Points per serving on the current WW plan. I love the Weight Watchers program because so manyContinue Reading
This Weight Watchers Chickpea Salad is a delicious recipe that works as a tasty side dish or a filling main dish lunch salad. Chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) are rich in fiber, plus enjoy the crunch of crisp vegetables in this tasty dish. WW Salads Vegetables are great for anyone who wants to lose weightContinue Reading
