Weigh- In Wednesday: My Favorite Protein Packed Fruit Dip

After rejoining Weight Watchers, I knew I wanted to reinstate my Weigh- In Wednesdays posts. On the third Wednesday of every month I'll have a new post/party up for everyone to share workout tips, weight loss thoughts and ideas, and healthy recipes to fuel us on our journey to better health. 


Just before leaving for vacation I did a quick weigh- in and found I was down a couple of pounds weighing in around 165. I thought for sure I was going to gain those 3 lbs. back while on vacation but I didn't! 

In fact, the day we returned home I weighed in to find I was at the exact same weight right down to the 10th of a pound. I was quite pleasantly surprised by that and it has spurned me on to keep working out 5 days a week. 

I rarely snack anymore during the day but if I do I try to make sure it's something filling and somewhat healthy. One of my friends mentioned making a fruit dip that combines non-fat Greek yogurt and peanut butter or peanut butter powder. 

I happened to be starving after our hike that day and decided to try it out for myself. It pairs perfectly with apple slices (and celery too)!


Now she didn't give me any amounts so I had to guess; I started with 1/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt and added 1 Tablespoon creamy peanut butter. By itself I didn't really like it but mixed with fresh fruit it tastes delicious and it's only 3 points for the whole serving! 

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  1. Maria RineerJanuary 15, 2025 at 6:46 AM

    That dip looks light and fluffy! Congrats on not gaining weight on your trip. It's so motivating to have little victories- it's great that you've been working out a bunch!

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  2. HollyJanuary 15, 2025 at 6:51 AM

    Oh thanks for sharing! This sound delish and so healthy and great job Mama!

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  3. Laura @ Our Grand LivesJanuary 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM

    Wow! That's quite an accomplishment to not gain any weight on a trip! What a great way to begin a New Year! Thanks for the yummy dip idea, too!

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    1. Joanne January 15, 2025 at 1:24 PM

      That was a great way to start the new year.

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  4. Amy ScottJanuary 15, 2025 at 7:17 AM

    Yum! That looks great! I found that I do like Greek non fat plain yogurt with just a squirt of honey and frozen fruit. I do let the fruit defrost and it adds some juice to it.
    I think I would also like this dip and I have both the powder and the peanut butter on hand.
    Good for you! It sounds like you are learning your body, listening to your body, not just eating because of a certain time of day - guilty of that sometimes.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2025 at 7:33 AM

    One of the best tools for weight loss is sugar free candy, in particular chocolates made with stevia.

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    1. Joanne January 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM

      I am not a fan of sugar-free candy but I rarely eat candy anyway.

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  6. GinaJanuary 15, 2025 at 7:42 AM

    This looks like a great snack. I need to try the peanut butter powder, I keep seeing it everywhere in recipes and such.

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    1. Joanne January 15, 2025 at 1:29 PM

      I've seen the powdered PB mentioned in quite a few recipes too. We did try it once but I wasn't a huge fan of it. I eat peanut butter so rarely that when I do I'd rather have the real stuff.

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  7. Memphis BridgesJanuary 15, 2025 at 7:49 AM

    I am always impressed how you don't gain weight on vacation! That is great to have healthy, protein snacks.

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    1. Joanne January 15, 2025 at 1:29 PM

      I honestly don't know how it works because I feel like I eat rather awful on vacation. The only thing I figure is that we're always moving so it must off-set it?!

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  8. CathyJanuary 15, 2025 at 11:37 AM

    The dip looks good. I may need to try that. We usually just eat apples with straight peanut butter. But I know that's a lot more points.

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    1. Joanne January 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM

      It sure is but that's my favorite way too. Sometimes I heat up the regular peanut butter and just drizzle a tiny bit on my apple slices.

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  9. MarshaJanuary 15, 2025 at 4:14 PM

    Congrats on the weigh in! I was proud of myself for only gaining a pound during the holidays! It's usually far more. I buy a high protein Greek yogurt and put frozen blueberries on it to have for lunch.

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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  10. Aletha Oglesby, M.D.January 15, 2025 at 5:41 PM

    I'm glad to see someone pleased that she maintained weight, not disappointed not to lose more. And working out 5 times a week is impressive. Health is more than a number either way. It sounds like what you are doing is working for you, and that is success. Thanks for the chance to share thoughts from my blog.

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  11. Jodie's Touch of StyleJanuary 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM

    We love nut butter with our apples, but haven't tried it with yogurt also. Thanks,
    XOXO
    Jodie

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  12. NancyJanuary 16, 2025 at 2:02 AM

    I make smoothies with fruit and yoghurt, and a bit milk. Very healthy and good for a afternoon dip.

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    1. Joanne January 16, 2025 at 5:07 AM

      I do love smoothies but I hardly ever make them.

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  13. mireilleJanuary 16, 2025 at 7:44 AM

    I definitely need to try this: we usually have both in our house, and I need higher protein snacks so I will snack less. Some of my pants are a little snug right now!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne January 16, 2025 at 12:25 PM

      Oh I know that feeling; I did so good on vacation but we've had so many treats from our delayed Christmas and Ian's graduation celebration plus we're celebrating Alec's birthday this weekend!

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  14. JudeeJanuary 17, 2025 at 1:52 PM

    I too am on WW and find it amazing that when you try it's easy to find delicious low point snacks.This sounds delicious. I used to like to make a smoothie- but now it's over 8 points so Ive stopped.

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    1. Joanne January 17, 2025 at 8:02 PM

      Yeah, smoothies are so high in points since you're mashing up all that good fiber and they're so easy to overindulge in.

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  15. onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.comJanuary 17, 2025 at 10:52 PM

    I have a tub load of PB powder I bought for some reason!! Ha!! Maybe I could try it with the nonfat yogurt. Or cottage cheese even? It is so hard for me to use points on snacks because there aren't enough points for meals!! Will give this a try and maybe call it lunch!!

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    1. Joanne January 18, 2025 at 9:22 AM

      I feel the same way! I try to keep most of my snack very low or zero points to save up for meals.

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  16. Amy JohnsonJanuary 18, 2025 at 9:35 AM

    I love hummus as a snack, but it can be calorie loaded so I have to watch how much I eat of it.

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    1. Joanne January 19, 2025 at 6:16 AM

      Yeah, I like hummus with fresh veggies too.

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