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Triple Citrus Vinaigrette
This zesty citrus vinaigrette is perfect for summer salads, marinated vegetables, or any protein. Serve with Grilled Chicken Salad with Candied Pecans.
Pasta Primavera with Chickpea Pasta
You get a boost of protein and fiber with chickpea pasta. Filled with fresh veggies, this hearty and flavorful dish is an easy spring or summer meal.
Budget-Friendly Roasted Veggie Tacos
Trying to eat a meatless, veggie-packed meal once a week? This recipe gives you all the flavor of tacos, but with so much more fiber and vegetables. Top them with avocado slices for extra flavor if you’d like.
Kale Pesto Salmon
Salmon is packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fats. Serve up this dish with roasted green beans and your favorite whole grain such as quinoa, farro or wild rice.
New Ways to Try Whole Grains
Using the Diabetes Plate Method, your meal should be half non-starchy veggies, one-fourth protein, and one-fourth carbohydrate (carb) foods. If you have diabetes and are trying to make healthy food choices, then whole grains are the way to go for your carb choices. They have more fiber and nutrients than refined grains, two important elements that will help with diabetes management.
Light Blue Cheese Dressing
A great addition to our wonderful, summer-friendly Grilled Steak Salad instead of commercial bleu cheese dressing.
Lentil Sloppy Joes
These Lentil Sloppy Joes are a hearty and satisfying plant-based alternative to the classic version. Packed with protein and flavor, they make for a delicious and nutritious meal that is kid-approved! Add a tossed salad on the side to complete your Diabetes Plate.
Spinach Yogurt Dip
Whip up this dip in no time and bring it to a picnic or party as part of a healthy side or snack.