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Chicken Curry
The warm and rich flavor of curry transforms chicken breasts into an exceptional main dish. The chicken and vegetables simmer in your slow cooker or use your electric pressure cooker for an easy main dish, then serve it on hot cooked rice. The various toppings on curry means you can customize your dish just the way you like it. This one is topped with tomatoes, pepper, and cilantro; but another time, top it with chopped apples, chopped bananas, slivered toasted almonds, chopped avocado, or a small dollop of fat-free, plain Greek yogurt.
Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf
A nice way to add whole grains into protein dishes—such as meatloaf, hamburgers, and meatballs—is to use quick-cooking oats instead of regular bread crumbs. The fiber in the oats has been shown to help lower cholesterol. Complete your Plate: For a classic "meat-and-potatoes" meal, pair with Mashed Red Potatoes . Add a Green Salad with Orange and Avocado for a balanced meal. Find this recipe and more in The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook , by Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND
Slow-Cooker Flank Steak Tacos
Looking for an easy way to make amazing tacos with a Tex-Mex flair? Break out your slow cooker or Instant Pot, prep in the morning, and come home to tender braised taco meat when you walk through the door in the evening. Flank steak is a leaner cut of red meat, which makes it very heart healthy and great for a diabetes meal plan. That also means that the low-and-slow style of the slow cooker is perfect. When it comes to toppings, get creative. Avocados, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, hot sauce, and a sprinkle of cheese are all great additions to these tasty tacos.
Meal Planning for a Mediterranean-Style Eating Pattern
Amy Riolo is author of The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook .You can order a copy of the new edition directly from the American Diabetes Association by clicking here . Getting Started with Meal Planning When planning a Mediterranean menu, it’s important to consider the season, region, occasion, and personal traditions. According to the Mediterranean-style eating pattern , the largest portion of our daily diet should come from plant-based foods, with vegetables topping the list. Vegetables are at their peak flavor (and often cheaper) when they are in season and locally grown. As you start
Diabetes-Friendly Grilling with Pork
Tips for Grilling Pork To prevent pork from sticking to the grate, scrub grates clean and coat with vegetable oil or a nonstick vegetable oil spray prior to using. Do not use sharp utensils that may pierce the pork when flipping, as piercing allows flavor-filled juices to escape. Use spatulas or tongs for turning. Frequently flipping pork on a cooler area of the grill is better than accidentally burning it on an area that is too hot. Sugar-based sauces (many commercial barbeque sauces) tend to burn if applied too early. Baste during the last few minutes of cooking. To check cooking temperature
A Clean & Simple Meal Plan for the New Year
You can fit these recipes into your weekly meal plan in whatever way works best for you. Use the interactive Meal Planner on Diabetes Food Hub to plan out your week. Once you have created your free account , you can save recipes, then drag-and-drop them into your meal plan. Click here for more tips on how to use Diabetes Food Hub Dinner Herbs de Provence Chicken with Easy Middle Easter Green Beans Make this dinner early in the week and make extra chicken for leftovers (you can easily double the recipe). You could also add a whole grain to this meal, like brown rice or Cilantro Lime Quinoa
To Snack, or Not to Snack?
Related: Tips and Recipes for Staying Healthy While Staying Home To snack, or not to snack? In the past, typical meal plans for type 2 diabetes often called for two or three between-meal snacks each day. It was believed that snacks were necessary to help stabilize blood glucose levels. Now we know that not everyone with diabetes (particularly type 2 diabetes) routinely needs between-meal snacks, especially if three regular meals are part of the day. Listen to your body and watch your blood glucose patterns; let them be your guide when it comes to snacking. Here are three questions to ask
Southwest Breakfast Quiche
This quiche is crust-less and quick to make, but packs a protein and flavor punch with added egg whites, whipped cottage cheese, cheese, and canned chili peppers. If you don't have cottage cheese, you could sub in plain Greek yogurt, ricotta, or even silken tofu. For 12 servings, double all of the ingredients and use a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Each serving adds 16 grams of protein and only 10 grams of carbohydrate to your breakfast or brunch!
10 Tips for Buying Frozen Pizzas
Follow these tips the next time you’re shopping for frozen pizzas to make a choice that better supports your diabetes management. Tips for Buying Frozen Pizzas 1. Check the carb count. Carbohydrates (carbs) impact your blood glucose (blood sugar) the most. The amount of carbs you should eat a day varies from person to person, but when browsing the frozen pizza aisle, check the Nutrition Facts label and take home the pizza with the fewest amount of carbs per serving. 2. Watch the sodium. Frozen pizzas tend to have high amounts of sodium—especially when the pizza has processed meats, like
New Ways to Try Whole Grains
How to Incorporate Whole Grains into Your Diet But how can you start incorporating whole grains into your diet? There are plenty of ways to increase your whole grain intake, whether they’re served as a side dish or the star of the meal. Here are six ideas to get you started: Soups and stews : Cooked whole grains are perfect in stews and soups to create a hearty cool weather meal. Go for sturdy winter greens, add beans, tofu, or poultry for protein, and tomato paste for a deep, savory flavor. Try our White Bean and Vegetable Soup with Farro or our Turkey & Barley Soup for inspiration. Bowls