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Green Bean "Fries"
French fries are an American favorite food, but they’re also loaded with unhealthy fat, calories, and carbohydrate. Try these "fries" for a healthier alternative and a way to help your kids eat more veggies.
Salmon and Wheat Berry Pesto Salad
Wheat berries are the kernel of the wheat plant with the outer husk removed. They have a nutty flavor and chewy texture and are filled with fiber, protein, and iron. You can make a batch of these ahead of time and store them in your refrigerator for up to a week. If you can’t find wheat berries, either farro, spelt, or brown rice can be substituted in this recipe.
Congrí Light (Cuban Black Beans and Rice)
This healthy and classic Cuban recipe is a great dish to bring to parties or add on as a side to make a complete meal.
Caribbean Bean Dip
Make this dip and store it in the fridge so you can snack on it with some fresh veggies throughout the week. You can also enjoy it with baked tortilla chips or pita wedges if it fits with your meal plan.
Black Bean and Mango Salsa Lettuce Wraps
Use lower-carb butter lettuce as a substitute for a tortilla wrap. If you don’t like your food spicy, substitute the jalapeno for chopped green bell pepper.
Easy Middle Eastern Green Beans
This dish is inspired by a Lebanese dish called loubieh . It’s simply green beans and grape tomatoes cooked with a just-right amount of extra-virgin olive oil and seasoned with cinnamon and sea salt. It comes together quickly and can easily be made while the rest of your meal cooks. Pair it with a simple protein dish, like this Balsamic Glazed Salmon , for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN
Healthy Homemade Green Bean Casserole
This classic Thanksgiving side dish gets a diabetes-friendly makeover, without losing any of its rich, savory flavor.
Why Cook Dried Beans?
Why Cook Dried Beans? There’s no question that beans provide health benefits. They are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, iron, and zinc which makes beans a great choice for people with diabetes—not to mention they are heart healthy and delicious! Due to their protein and fiber content, meals with beans have been shown to raise blood glucose (blood sugar) more slowly after a meal and lower total cholesterol levels. While canned beans are a popular choice, dried beans may be a better option for your lifestyle, wallet, and pantry. Why choose dried beans
Chicken and Black Bean Burritos
Here’s how to make a restaurant-style burrito fresh at home. You could also substitute lean beef or pork for chicken in this recipe.
Grilled Steak Salad
Serve this with with steamed broccoli and cauliflower for a real diabetes-friendly summer treat!