Who doesn’t love a great guac? While avocados are so good for us and we can enjoy them on a daily basis, minding the serving size is key. Whenever I make guacamole, I try to complement the avocado with a vegetable to bulk it up and reduce the amount of avocado in the recipe. Cucumber is great because it is refreshing and does not alter the flavor. Zucchini would be great too. Serve with sliced radishes or jicama instead of tortilla chips for a low carb snack or appetizer.
Bell peppers are the star of the show in this simple but flavorful dish. Packed with vitamins, bell peppers are a colorful way for a person with diabetes to add a touch of sweetness to a meal. Learn how to roast peppers quickly and easily with this recipe.
During the fall months, you’ll see pumpkin-flavored treats from coffee to doughnuts. Treat yourself to a healthy and delicious pumpkin dish! This oatmeal is perfect on a fall morning.
Many years ago, recipe developer and cookbook author Barbara Seelig-Brown won a cooking contest with this recipe, which was inspired by a recipe from a dear friend. If you're looking to impress, garnish with edible flowers such as nasturtiums for a very special presentation. Better grocery stores will have edible flowers in the produce department or you can grow your own!
This balanced grain bowl features high-fiber quinoa, roasted vegetables, and heart-healthy trout for a satisfying, diabetes-friendly meal. A simple herbed yogurt sauce adds flavor without excess fat or sodium, making it a smart choice for lunch or dinner. This is a DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), low-fat, and Mediterranean recipe.
This entrée is great for a holiday gathering or meal with the family. Note that allowing the meat to rest before slicing keeps this dish nice and juicy.
Author Barbara Seelig-Brown says, "Veggies are delicious when roasted. Their flavors are enhanced and the natural sugars are caramelized, which give them a nice crunch. Vary this recipe by using whatever veggies you like or roast one single vegetable at a time. I sometimes roast peeled beets or trimmed Brussels sprouts and even the naysayers always love them!"
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