Almond milk is an extremely popular drink in Sicily and Tunisia. Sweetened versions are made when almonds are fresh. This drink can be enjoyed any time of day. 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.
The bright nutty flavor of pesto combined with pork tenderloin makes this an easy dinner. After quickly searing the pork on the stove top, it finishes in the oven with the vegetables for a quick low-carb meal. Fancy enough for company but easy enough for a casual weeknight dinner for the family.
This is a low carb and low fat recipe that features spicy Korean-inspired chicken dish and brings bold heat from gochujang—a fermented red chili paste that’s rich, savory, and slightly sweet—and balances it with a cool, crunchy cucumber salad. Using lean chicken breast and a lightly sweetened marinade keeps the meal flavorful without overloading on sugar or fat. It's a great option for people with diabetes looking to enjoy vibrant flavors while staying mindful of blood glucose (blood sugar).
If you are in the mood for a spicy vegetable-heavy dish, this is calling your name. Filled with veggies and crispy chicken tenders, this is a great tasting low-carb and protein-packed dish.
Tilapia is a mild and light white fish that cooks quickly and is easily found in most grocery stores. With tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs, the fish pulls in all those Mediterranean flavors as it cooks.
Aviva Goldfarb says: My friend and neighbor Christine Dallaire shared this awesome recipe. You can serve it for an elegant dinner party or a special family dinner. Serve with cooked farro and Green Beans With Lemon and Garlic. Flavor Boosters: Double the dill and add 1/4 tsp salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning to the spice blend. Serve the salmon with fresh lemon wedges.
This dessert has the same comfort and flavor of rice pudding, but it's made with quinoa which is a high-protein whole grain and diabetes superfood. Be sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking—this helps avoid any bitter taste.
Dinner doesn't get much easier than this! This whole meal comes together in one sheet pan and is ready in less than 30 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight meal, and it's low carb and loaded with veggies! Find this recipe and more in our cookbook Guilt-Free Comfort Favorites from the Mr. Food Test Kitchen.
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