This colorful salad looks as good as it tastes. The addition of lamb lends a “special occasion” feel to this otherwise straightforward dish, while the pomegranate amps up the flavor. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Impress guests by whipping up this simple yet elegant side dish to go with any chicken, fish or beef entree. This vegetable side is perfect to pair with a fancy Surf and Turf meal.
Bring this appetizer to share at your next summer barbeque. Serve the fritters with some dipping options like salsa and non-fat plain Greek yogurt (a healthier substitute for sour cream).
Quinoa and garbanzo beans add a boost of fiber and protein to a traditional coleslaw, making it hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian entree. You can use any color quinoa for this salad, but red quinoa will give it a nice pop of color. Quinoa is not only a whole grain, but it also provides some protein.
This mixed veggie dish is an example of how to increase your vegetable intake while managing your carbohydrate intake. Serve alongside a protein entree with additional vegetables like Braised Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms or Smoky Pork Chops with Tomatoes.
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