The peppery flavor of baby arugula pairs well with sweet, fresh citrus and crispy bacon in this side salad. Arugula is a nonstarchy vegetable that's packed with nutrients. Each cup has just 5 calories and 1 gram of carbohydrate along with 10% of a day's recommended vitamin A and 25% of a day's recommended vitamin K! Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
This egg salad mixture holds up well in the refrigerator. It is delicious served over fresh greens but could also be served on whole wheat crackers or in a whole wheat pita. Try this recipe for fool-proof hard-boiled eggs to get started. This recipe featured in:
You can use this method with any sandwich fillings. Try sliced tomato, basil, and fresh mozzarella cheese, or try ham with spinach and muenster cheese.
These satisfying high-fiber bites make a great snack or quick breakfast. You can freeze a couple bites in a snack-size plastic bag for a grab and go breakfast too!
When they’re tossed on the grill, peaches develop a rich, jam-like flavor, which is divine when paired with mascarpone cheese and a drizzle of balsamic and honey.
Mini pizzas are easy and fun to create using a sandwich thin and your favorite toppings Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner.
This cool and refreshing avocado soup is not only diabetes-friendly, but it's a perfect summer dish after a morning at the farmer's market. Packed with heart healthy fats, it's also a nutrition powerhouse. This recipe from the Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook, by Charles Mattocks. To order this cookbook click here.
This sautéed mushroom mixture is great as a Bruschetta topping, a side dish for a grilled protein, or a pasta topping. It can even be served as an appetizer or hors d’oeuvre. This great recipe can be made a day ahead of time and reheated or brought to room temperature before serving.
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