6 Healthy Spicy Alternatives To Nachos and Hot Chicken Wings: Quick and Easy Weight Watchers Recipes!

So maybe Spicy food is your thing. You love to eat Nachos with Spicy Salsa or maybe hot "Buffalo" Wings are your forte.

Here are some Healthy Alternatives to your Spicy Favorites!

Do you know why they call them Buffalo Wings?

Because they were born in and made popular in Buffalo, New York. For this Recipe Article, we will Leave the Buffalo Chicken in New York!

This is a collection of 6 very Simple and very Healthy Recipes that can be used as an alternative to Nachos and Hot Wings.

They are suggested by the "Weight Watchers" Program and they are very easy to make. Did I mention that they are delicious?

Let's check them out!

PointsPlus Value: 4

Are you ready?

This is so easy, your children can make it!

It is healthy and since this recipe uses Whole Wheat Pita Bread, you will not walk away hungry!

Directions:

1. Toast a Whole Wheat Pita Bread
2. Slice into Wedges
3. Mix 1/4 cup of Diced Avocado
4. Add Hot (or mild) Salsa
5. Serve!

You can dip the pita wedges as if they were Nachos! You will not notice a difference after the first bite!

Don't be surprised if your local restaurant starts selling these as a Healthy Appetizer or Starter Recipe Special!

PointsPlus Value: 5

Almonds are very good for you! Did you know that almonds are not nuts? They are actually Drupes!

Ah, you learn something new every day!

Eating almonds on a regular basis can help you lose weight and stay healthy.

Check out this quick Almond Recipe:

1. Get 23 Fresh Almonds
2. Sprinkle a pinch of Cayenne Pepper
3. Add a pinch of Paprika
4. Shake it Up!
5. Eat!

I told you these were easy recipes! Not only are they easy and quick to make, they are also healthy and will fill you up between meals!

No more heavy snacking! Now we are Healthy Snacking!

PointsPlus Value: 4

Here's a different recipe for you! I bet you never drank spicy milk!

In this quick and easy healthy recipe we need Fat Free Milk, Sugar-Free Cocoa and a bit of Cayenne.

Here's How we Make it:

1. Warm 1 cup of Fat-free milk (don't overheat!)
2. Add in 1 Packet of Sugar-Free Cocoa
3. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of Cayenne
4. Serve!

It's warm, it's Hot and it is healthy and delicious.

Since there is milk in this recipe, you will not feel hungry but you will have the protein and energy to keep going through the day without snacking on bad foods!

PointsPlus Value: 5

Do you like Cheese but think you can't eat any while on a diet?

Think Again!

Although this is a small portion recipe, you'll feel full and satisfied!

Check it out:

1. Get 2 Whole Wheat Wasa Crackers
2. Spread 1 wedge of Light Queso Fresco Cheese
3. Enjoy!

Make sure not to eat more than 2 crackers per serving!

Eat slowly and savor the delicious flavor.

You will feel full in a few minutes!

No Cheating! You Can Do It!

PointsPlus Value: 3

Hummus is very good.

It tastes very good and is very good for you!

Hummus is made from ground chickpeas and contains small amounts of healthy olive oil.

Hummus can be very filling and you will enjoy this delightful snack in the middle of the day or later at night.

Are you ready for another recipe?

This one is just as quick and tastes awesome!

1. Put 2 Tablespoons of Hummus in a small bowl or plate.
2. Add 1/4 teaspoon of Cayenne or Crushed Red Pepper
3. Cut up Carrot(s) to fill 1 Cup
4. Dip the Carrots and Enjoy!

Yes, it is that simple and that delicious!

PointsPlus Value: 3

Eggs have a lot of protein packed in their little beings.

This recipe allows you to scramble 1 egg (in low-fat vegetable or olive oil) and spice it up to make a delicious breakfast or late morning snack!

Here's How We Do It:

1. Scramble 1 Large Egg
2. Add in 1/4 teaspoon of Hot Sauce early during the scrambling
3. Serve in a Corn Tortilla
4. Enjoy!

If you like eggs and love spicy, this is a nutritious snack that will keep you going through the day!