These roulades make for an elegant—yet easy and nutritious—weeknight dinner. Eggplant slices cook more quickly than lasagna noodles and add nonstarchy vegetables that casseroles and noodle dishes are often missing.
You won’t be bored with this sweet and savory balsamic chicken because it’s packed with all kinds of flavor! The “sweet” in sweet and savory comes from balsamic vinegar and Splenda Brown Sugar Blend, which contains half the calories and sugar of regular brown sugar. This chicken recipe is a sure way to boost your protein intake at lunch or dinner. Pair it with your favorite whole grain and vegetable to complete your meal!
Enjoy this spin-off of classic shrimp scampi for dinner sometime (or several times) this month. It’s a simple one-pot dish that includes a source of lean protein, whole grains and a serving of vegetables.
Slow-cooker recipes like these spicy-sweet tacos are great time-savers for weeknight meals. If you don’t use all of the pork at once, freeze some for another quick dinner! Watch How to Make Hawaiian Pork Tacos Powered by Homemade
Balsamic vinegar and black pepper may seem like odd additions to strawberries, but your taste buds will be delighted! The acidity of balsamic glaze, which is just concentrated balsamic vinegar, brings out the sweetness of the strawberries, while the black pepper adds a touch of heat. These strawberries are great on their own, or use them to top vanilla yogurt. Or, serve on top of a bed of spinach as a side dish with dinner.
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.
Crunchy, sweet, and tangy, this refreshing broccoli and mandarin orange salad can satisfy multiple food cravings at once. This diabetes-friendly recipe makes a great side dish to dinner or a fresh lunch. Try pairing this dish with slow-roasted citrus cod for a heart-healthy meal.
This clever twist on chicken Parmesan swaps the usual pasta for roasted cabbage steaks, adding extra fiber and keeping carbs in check. Juicy shredded chicken and melty cheese bring comfort-food vibes without the heaviness. It’s a flavorful, blood glucose (blood sugar)-friendly dinner that fits easily into a diabetes-conscious meal plan. This is a low carb recipe.
We all have those busy weeknights, but look no further if you need a quick dinner recipe. This is a great seafood dish that can be made in less than 15 minutes! Pair with steamed veggies and brown rice for a quick, balanced meal.
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