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Chicken and Bean Cassoulet
Want winter comfort food? Try cassoulet! This recipe for slow-cooked French casserole replaces the traditional pork and duck ingredients with turkey kielbasa and chicken thighs. Note : This meal is slightly high in sodium, so those on a low-sodium diet should adjust their meal plan accordingly.
White Bean, Lemon, and Herbed Feta Dip
Even though it can be made in a flash, this zesty dip combines all the bright flavors of Greece in one easy-to-make dish. If you are a Mediterranean food fan, this dip will make a great addition to hummus in your repertoire. Note that when storing this dip in the refrigerator, it tends to firm up. Before serving, simply stir in water a tablespoon at a time until it becomes the desired consistency. 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 .
Lemony Pesto Hummus
Enjoy this hummus as a dip for snacking with nonstarchy vegetables, whole-wheat pita, or whole-grain crackers. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner . To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .
Instant Pot Pumpkin-Spiced Turkey Chili
If you hate having to clean multiple pans, this Instant Pot recipe is right for you. Balancing sweet and savory, this low-fat and high-fiber chili will keep you full and warm through the fall. Bring it to your next fall party and it’s sure to be a hit!
Quinoa Cakes
Quinoa is a great substitute for cous cous in most recipes. This ancient grain is hearty and delicious and an excellent source of fiber. Make mini versions of these Quinoa Cakes for a excellent party appetizer.
Indian Vegetable Curry
This flavorful curry is packed with nutritious veggies! Serve this dish over brown rice or in lettuce cups.
Fiesta Tostadas (Mexican Pizza)
This recipe, which can also be called Mexican Pizza, was inspired by an idea from author Aviva Goldfarb's friend, Jill Rabach. It marries two recipes that are kid-favorites: tacos and pizza. Aviva's family liked them so much that she had to make another batch immediately, so she just doubled the recipe!
Instant Pot Contest Winners!
To make the recipes more diabetes friendly, Hughes added extra vegetables, chose lean proteins, and kept the sodium in check by using low sodium ingredients. Instead of relying on salt for flavor, she added lots of herbs and spices to create tasty, healthy dishes. Looking for more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes? Check out The Instant Pot Diabetes Cookbook and our Instant Pot recipe round up ! And the winner is... Hearty Chicken Italian Soup with Artichokes This winning soup boasts a wide variety of colorful vegetables. It's super easy to prepare in the Instant Pot, and budget-friendly
Fast-Fix Bean Burrito
Looking for a quick and easy work-from-home lunch for one? Try this super simple, plant-based burrito wrap! Loaded with protein, fiber, and healthy fat, this heart wrap will easily keep you full until dinner time. You can make your own guacamole and pico de gallo, or buy some from the supermarket. Or, just use sliced or mashed avocado and chopped tomatoes. If you have leftover cooked veggies, you could use those in place of the salad greens.