A vegetarian, low-carb salad might not sound like a filling meal, but this powerhouse is loaded with protein and leafy greens that that will power you through your day. Main course salads like this are a great way to get more vegetables in your diet. Find this recipe and more in our cookbook Designed for One! To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here
Cook fresh corn on the cob for this recipe by simmering it in boiling water for 8 minutes. Let the ears of corn cool, and then use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cob.
Barbara Seelig-Brown loves creating versatile recipes that you can tailor to your family’s preferences. Use this basic concept and vary the veggies and seasoning for a different taste each time you make this dish. This is also great because it’s a one-pot dish. Barbara also recommends trying it with ground turkey or ground buffalo, which has almost no saturated fat.
This cool-weather soup is the perfect, heart-healthy way to stay warm. The fiber from the veggies helps balance the pasta, to create a rich broth that's the perfect side dish, lunch, or even a heart main dish for dinner.
You can prepare the lentils ahead of time for a quick weeknight meal that will be ready in minutes. Pair this with a Mixed Pepper Medley for a satisfying vegan dish, full of plant-based proteins and non-starchy vegetables. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Spice up your green beans with this air fried dish that can serve as a low-carb appetizer, snack, or side dish. Crispy panko and spicy chili paste add flavor and crunch. Cooking in the air fryer gives you the satisfying crunch of fried food, without all the added fat of deep frying. Click here for more air fryer recipes!
Are you a smooth or chunky salsa lover? If you like your salsa smooth, then blend until smooth. If you like your salsa chunky, then skip the blending altogether.
Cilantro and lime make a fresh and zesty flavor combination in this chicken dish. We start with a whole chicken and break it down into 2 breasts, 2 thighs, two drumsticks, and 2 wings. Butchers at grocery stores will usually break down a whole chicken for you, or you can purchase 2-3 of chicken pieces.
This veggie-loaded, high-fiber soup is more satisfying than traditional cabbage soup because of the addition of beans and turkey sausage. It also freezes well, so freeze half and use it during a busy week when you don’t have much time to cook.
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