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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
Creole Red Bean Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a classic vegetable dish from the Provence region of France. Our Creole-inspired version includes red kidney beans and whole-grain penne to add protein and fiber. Buy the Diabetes and Heart Healthy Cookbook, 2nd edition, here.
Quick Herb-Tomato Soup
This soup makes a tasty side dish with a sandwich or salad. You can also serve it as an appetizer. Best of all - you can throw it together in under 10 minutes!
Black Bean Hummus
Why stop at chickpeas? Sub in black beans and add some cumin for a zesty new take on hummus. Serve with fresh vegetables sticks for dipping.
Ingrid Hoffmann's Healthy Refried Beans
Many traditional Latin recipes have been deemed unhealthy because of their use of pork lard. But in this day and age, the amount of good-for-you fats available is endless. These refried beans leave out the lard, and get lots of flavor from fresh onion and garlic, chipotles, and cumin. Find this recipe and more in our bilingual cookbook, Latin Comfort Foods Made Healthy, by Ingrid Hoffmann. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here
Cream of Broccoli Soup
This soup is great for lunch with a salad and a slice of whole wheat baguette for dipping. To keep the sodium in the recipe low, choose low- or reduced-sodium chicken stock or make your own at home.
Ramen-Style Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup
Try this Asian twist on classic chicken noodle soup next time you're battling a cold! Use the breast meat from a store-bought rotisserie chicken to make this extra easy. For the noodles, you could use brown rice udon, soba, or whole-wheat spaghetti. Get creative and add whatever toppings you have on hand: avocado, boiled egg, scallion, mung bean sprouts, thinly sliced mushrooms, toasted sesame seeds, lime, or sliced hot chile peppers all make great toppings. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN
Comforting Soup and Stew Recipes for Winter
Soups and stews are a delicious way to warm up when the weather is cold! Browse our collection of our favorite diabetes-friendly soup and stew recipes for comfort in a bowl.
Black Bean and Corn Salad
This salad is perfect for a spring picnic or quick lunch dish and is jam-packed with fiber.
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.