Air fryer EGG ROLLS Weight Watchers Style is written in partnership with Nasoya

I hope you’ll join me on my journey to help ourselves and our kids live our best lives. And while we all make parenting resolutions (mine often include resolving to unplug, scream less and be more present when it comes to my kids) – this first post is ALL ABOUT US –the parents.

You always hear that expression, “you need to put on your oxygen mask before you can help your kids” and it is so true. This past year I have learned that making my health and wellness a priority is not selfish, it is good parenting.

If I don’t nurture my own body and soul how can I nurture the ones I love? So without further ado, here’s a list of the top five things you should do for yourself in 2022 which includes This recipe for Air Fryer Egg Rolls Weight Watchers Style!

Resolution #1 Remember that fruits and veggies are your friends.

Even if your New Year goals include cutting back on sweets you might want to embrace a plant based diet. My daughter and I have both gone vegan and my son and husband are vegetarians.

We are all abstaining from animal proteins and THE TRUTH is that we feel lighter, have more energy and feel good that we are living more kindly .

And to that end I’m sharing this recipe for Air Fryer Egg Rolls Weight Watchers Style.

This recipe makes 8 Air Fryer Egg Rolls Weight Watchers Style.

Something to note Egg roll wrappers (Brands will differ. Nasoya is 2 points per wrap but make sure to scan and calculate because two wraps is only 3 points and 3 wraps only 5 points so……..you get it!!!) Each serving amazing each Egg Roll is a little less than 2 points.

INGREDIENTS

8 Nasoya egg roll wrappers.
14 ounce bag coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
3 scallions (chopped and separate white part from green part)
Small can water chestnuts (drained and chopped)
1.5 tsp toasted sesame oil (2 points)
1 tsp rice vinegar
2 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves garlic grated
1 tsp Chinese five spice
2 TBSP low sodium soy sauce
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (1point)
Olive oil spray

INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a large skillet heat the sesame oil over medium high heat and then add the white part of the scallions, chopped water chestnuts, garlic, ginger & Chinese five spice.
2. Sauté for a few minutes and then add the soy sauce and rice vinegar.
3. Add in the coleslaw mix and sauté until just soft about 4 to 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
4. Add in the green part of the scallions,sesame seeds & combine.
5. Allow this mixture to cool.
The Wrapping—- Before you begin fill a small bowl with water and place it near your work station you will be using the water to seal up the wrappers.
6. Take one eggroll wrapper and place the wrapper in a diamond formation on a flat surface or plate
7. Dip your finger into the water and run it along side all four sides of the eggroll wrapper in front of you. This is going to be the glue that will help seal your wrapper.
8. Take about 2TBSP of the cooled mixture & place in the lower center of the wrapper (see photo).
9. Carefully lift the corner closest to you and gently wrap it around the filling.
10. Now take the right corner and fold inwards and repeat with the left corner folding inwards.
11. Continue to roll towards the top corner of the diamond forming a tight seal.
12. Repeat the process and continue to moisten the edges of all of the wrappers to form a proper seal. You can use a beaten egg too if you would like.
13. This process should continue until you use up all of your wrappers or your filling. Don’t overstuff the eggroll or else it will come out of the wrapper and it won’t be a tight seal.
14. Spray the basket of the air fryer with an olive oil spray. Place the egg rolls (fold side down)in the basket (not touching) and lightly spray the tops of the eggrolls with the olive oil spray ( or brush lightly with olive oil).
15. Air fryer cooking times will vary but I cook at 400° for six minutes and then flip, brush or spray olive oil on the egg rolls and cook for an additional six minutes.
16. Finished egg rolls should be golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately with your favorite sauce.

****** I have made these eggrolls and then placed uncooked egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put in the freezer. When they are frozen I transfer them to a freezer proof bag or container. Then I can have them ready made for a later date. I do not thaw them before I air fry them but I do add some extra cooking time.

Additionally——-There are many variations for this recipe. The addition of ground white meat chicken breast will give you added protein. There are also a lot of Chinese sauces to add for extra flavor. Just check the points.

Check out pics of the entire process below!

Air Fryer Egg Rolls Weight Watchers Style.

Ingredients

8 Egg roll wrappers Brands will differ. Nasoya is 2 points per wrap
14 ounce bag coleslaw mix shredded cabbage and carrots
3 scallions chopped and separate white part from green part
Small can water chestnuts drained and chopped
1.5 tsp toasted sesame oil 2 points
1 tsp rice vinegar
2 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves garlic grated
1 tsp Chinese five spice
2 TBSP low sodium soy sauce
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds 1point
Olive oil spray

Instructions

In a large skillet heat the sesame oil over medium high heat and then add the white part of the scallions, chopped water chestnuts, garlic, ginger & Chinese five spice.
Sauté for a few minutes and then add the soy sauce and rice vinegar.
Add in the coleslaw mix and sauté until just soft about 4 to 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
Add in the green part of the scallions,sesame seeds & combine.
Allow this mixture to cool.
The Wrapping—- Before you begin fill a small bowl with water and place it near your work station you will be using the water to seal up the wrappers.
Take one eggroll wrapper and place the wrapper in a diamond formation on a flat surface or plate
Dip your finger into the water and run it along side all four sides of the eggroll wrapper in front of you. This is going to be the glue that will help seal your wrapper.
Take about 2TBSP of the cooled mixture & place in the lower center of the wrapper (see photo).
Carefully lift the corner closest to you and gently wrap it around the filling.
Now take the right corner and fold inwards and repeat with the left corner folding inwards.
Continue to roll towards the top corner of the diamond forming a tight seal.
Repeat the process and continue to moisten the edges of all of the wrappers to form a proper seal. You can use a beaten egg too if you would like.
This process should continue until you use up all of your wrappers or your filling. Don’t overstuff the eggroll or else it will come out of the wrapper and it won’t be a tight seal.
Spray the basket of the air fryer with an olive oil spray. Place the egg rolls (fold side down)in the basket (not touching) and lightly spray the tops of the eggrolls with the olive oil spray ( or brush lightly with olive oil).
Air fryer cooking times will vary but I cook at 400° for six minutes and then flip, brush or spray olive oil on the egg rolls and cook for an additional six minutes.
Finished egg rolls should be golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately with your favorite sauce.

Recipe Notes

***** I have made these eggrolls and then placed uncooked egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put in the freezer. When they are frozen I transfer them to a freezer proof bag or container. Then I can have them ready made for a later date. I do not thaw them before I air fry them but I do add some extra cooking time.

Want more healthy Recipes ? Here are a few of our faves including some which are Weight Watchers approved!

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

One Pot Lasagna Soup

Vegan ChickPea Curry With Potatoes Recipe

Meatless Meatballs

Resolution #2 Start to really take care of your skin

Let’s face it–winter is here. Remember to treat yourself to a moisture-filled approach to skin care. Use an exfoliating scrub No more raccoon eyes when you wake up. No more quick splashes of water as you run out the door. Find a skincare regime that works for you and take care of your skin. You’ll feel and see the benefits, and your future self will thank you for being smart with your skin.

Resolution #3: Turn winter blahs into oaths and aaahhhs by adding EXERCISE to your daily routine

Winter blahs can make you want to hide under a blanket and escape from the world. This year, face them head on by embracing winter and including a new workout routine to add some pizzazz to your lifestyle. Keep exercising. Find a routine that works for you. My husband runs outside daily despite the cold. That is not for me but I get to the gym almost daily, I use an elliptical machine or the treadmill and I don’t feel right if I don’t work out every day. So don’t use winter as an excuse to add on the pounds especially with all the parties going on.

Resolution #4 Don’t forget to get all your checkups.

You wouldn’t let your kids miss their vaccinations or checkups so don’t ignore your own health. Get your annual physical to check your weight, BMI and blood work which includes cholesterol and fasting glucose. Women need GYN and mammograms if you are over 40. Men need to have their prostate checked and everyone needs a colonoscopy over 50. And don’t neglect your eye care either! Get your eyes checked and if you are ready to see eyeglasses free like me—consider LASIK ( https://www.thestatenislandfamily.com/follow-my-lasik-surgery-journey-at-eyecare-2020-icareabouteyecare/). I finally took the LASIK plunge at EyeCare20/20 with Dr. Cary Silverman.

Along with the excimer laser another high-energy laser used in LASIK is the femtosecond laser, which was launched in 1999. Having WaveLight’s FS200 in an eye care center’s arsenal is a statement that reflects the practice’s commitment to delivering state-of-the-art ophthalmology services. Dr. Cary M. Silverman from EyeCare 20/20 uses this femtosecond laser in performing delicate LASIK eye surgeries on patients

In LASIK eye surgery, femtosecond lasers can be utilized to create the incision in the corneal flap instead of the microkeratome, which has a blade. While both types of lasers are efficient at creating flaps during a LASIK eye surgery, many surgeons think that “bladeless” lasers produce a cleaner and much more consistent corneal flap. Since this technology is more advanced than microkeratomes, it has a higher potential for improving the way LASIK is done overall.

I had the surgery and could not be more satisfied with the results—being eyeglasses and contact lens free is like being given a new set of eyes. Everything is more colorful, everything is easier and yes waking up in the morning and not having to fumble around for my eyeglasses and being able to drive at night with zero issues – well it is nothing short of LIBERATING.

#5 Do something GOOD that is JUST for you.

For me it was getting Lasik surgery. Maybe for you it is signing up for a pottery class, volunteering with an organization that speaks to what fuels your passion. The bottom line is to be your best in 2018 –and take care of yourself inside and out. Not only is it a great example to set for your kids but when you feel good you are ultimately a better parent.

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Air Fryer Egg Rolls Weight Watchers Style