Weight Watchers Veal Piccata
Elevate your dinner game with this flavorful Weight Watchers Veal Piccata recipe—a dish that perfectly balances indulgence and lightness. Tender veal cutlets are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a zesty sauce made with fresh lemon juice, capers, garlic, and a splash of dry white wine. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, incorporates simple cooking techniques while keeping it low in calories, making it a great choice for healthy weeknight meals or elegant entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and optional lemon slices, this Weight Watchers-friendly dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a light side salad for a complete, guilt-free Italian-inspired meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Veal cutlets
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth, low-sodium
- 0.25 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice, fresh
- 2 tbsp Capers, drained
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place veal cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 2
In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each veal cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Step 3
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted and the skillet is hot, add the veal cutlets. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked veal to a plate and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium, and in the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth and wine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
Step 6
Stir in the lemon juice and capers. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
Step 7
Return the veal cutlets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm the veal and blend the flavors.
Step 8
Transfer the veal to serving plates, spoon the sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley and optional lemon slices.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your Weight Watchers-friendly veal piccata!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (632.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1329.3 |
| Total Fat 59.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 640.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2094.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.4g | |
| Protein 163.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 159.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1922.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories