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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup
This fiber- and protein-rich soup is diabetes- and vegan-friendly. Chili powder adds a soft heat to this filling soup that is balanced with creamy lite coconut milk. This healthy soup is also great to use as leftovers or for meal prep for a week of easy lunches or dinners.
Farmhouse Vegetable and Farro Soup (Zuppa Di Verdure E Farro)
Farro is a classic Italian grain that has started gaining popularity in the U.S. Add some canned cannellini beans to this recipe, but be sure to rinse and drain the beans!
Instant Pot Lentils and Poached Eggs
Zesty lentils pair beautifully with a creamy poached egg in this dish that is great anytime of day! Enjoy it in the morning for a high-fiber, high-protein breakfast that will leave you full until lunchtime. For an even quicker and easier meal, make the lentils ahead of time. You can poach the eggs in the Instant Pot in the time it takes to reheat the lentils in the microwave! Find more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes here.
Quinoa Black Bean Burger
This flavorful, vegetarian burger is packed with protein and fiber from black beans and quinoa. Pair with a filling salad on the side, like this Broccoli and Spinach Salad , for a satisfying, meatless meal. These are great to make ahead and freeze—after forming the patties, lay them out on a baking sheet and pop them in the freezer. Once they are frozen solid, you can take them off the sheet and store them in a freezer-safe bag.
Smoothie Breakfast Bowl
A smoothie topped with some crunch makes for a complete breakfast in a bowl! The extra ingredients make this thick fruit-and-veggie blend more filling than a drinkable smoothie. This recipes comes from The Diabetes Cookbook .
Desayuno de Sart?n Grande
Este salteado de vegetales frescos a?ade sabor y nutrici?n al desayuno, desayuno tard?o, o incluso la cena. ?No est?s seguro/a de qu? hacer con los vegetales sobrantes? Sustituye los sobrantes por los vegetales en esta receta y disfruta.
Budget-Friendly Chicken Piccata
Chicken piccata is a classic Italian dish featuring briny capers and fresh lemon. The chicken is pounded thin and lightly breaded with breadcrumbs making it tender and crispy. This budget-friendly recipe is quick and easy to make. Serve over a bed of spinach and with a side of whole-wheat pasta for a light Italian dinner.
Meatball Minestrone
Meatball minestrone is a hearty soup. This recipe can be doubled easily. If you have time, make extra and save it for another quick meal!
Diabetes-Friendly Meal Planning for 1 or 2
Each of these recipe makes two servings, perfect for a meal for two! Or, if you are cooking for one, save the leftovers for lunch the next day. Best of all, these meals come together in less than thirty minutes, so you can have a hassle-free, diabetes-friendly dinner for two any night of the week! Barbecued Rosemary Chicken with Spinach and Orange Salad Our Barbecued Rosemary Chicken recipe takes classic barbecued chicken and spices it up with some fresh rosemary. Pair it with our Spinach and Orange Salad for a diabetes-friendly meal that is bursting with fresh flavors. Crustless Spinach and
Top 7 Veggies You Should Be Eating and Why
Spinach Leafy greens, including spinach, kale, and collard greens, are low in carbs and calories but high in nutrition. They’re packed with vitamins A, C, and K, folic acid, calcium, iron, and powerful antioxidants which fight oxidative stress, help reduce damage to cells, and may help reduce the risk of developing heart disease. Research suggests leafy greens could reduce risk of developing chronic conditions like diabetes. Plus, they provide lutein and zeaxanthin, plant compounds that are beneficial for maintaining eye health. Spinach is the most widely available and enjoyed of all the leafy