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Oven-Baked Maduros (Sweet Plantains)
This might not look like much of a recipe, but fried sweet plantains are a staple side dish in most Latin countries. Typically lunch consists of rice, steak, and beans plus a side of maduros. Baking them is much easier than frying and it brings out all their natural sugars. The secret here is to use super-ripe plantains. Plantains are one of the better carbs you can consume, because they’re filled with potassium, they can help regulate digestion and boost the immune system, and much more. So go ahead and enjoy them in moderation.
Whole Wheat Fresh Gingerbread
This fresh gingerbread loaf is a wholesome twist on a classic favorite, offering the warm, spicy notes of ginger and molasses, but with the goodness of whole wheat flour. It's a delightful addition to your holiday spread that the whole family is sure to enjoy! This diabetes-friendly is a great option to bring to a holiday cookie swap or to serve at your holiday meal to celebrate the season.
How Potatoes Can Fit in a Diabetes-Friendly Meal Plan
Potatoes are one of the most commonly consumed foods in the world—nearly every country has its own unique way of growing, preparing, and consuming potatoes. They have been grown for thousands of years, originating from South America and spreading to every continent. Botanically a vegetable, potatoes are tubers that fall under the root vegetable umbrella. Potatoes are in season from late summer to early winter but can usually be found in grocery stores year-round.
3 Tips for Stress Free Meals
Is time one of your biggest challenges? Set yourself up for success with strategies and stress-free meal ideas to get dinner on the table quickly with these three tips.
Korean BBQ-Inspired Baked Salmon
The Korean BBQ-inspired sauce on this salmon has that ideal balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy. The sweetness comes naturally from fruit, not added sugars. You could also use this sauce on chicken: bake boneless, skinless chicken thighs without the sauce for 15 minutes, then brush on the sauce and bake for another 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
Asian Chicken Salad
Tired of taking the same boring lunch to work every day? Most people burnout when trying to eat healthy because they don’t vary their foods enough. Try this delicious salad for a great-tasting change.
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.
Mexican-Style Stuffed Bell Peppers
In this Latin twist on stuffed bell peppers, black beans replace the traditional rice and salsa stands in for the standard tomato sauce. This recipe from The Diabetes & Heart Healthy Diabetes Cookbook, 2nd edition, co-published with the American Heart Association. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Budget-Friendly Pork Chops with Peach Salsa
Take advantage of seasonal produce and pair this mouth-watering salsa sweet-and-savory salsa with pork chops. It would also be great over chicken or fish. For a more intensely flavored salsa, grill the peaches, bell pepper, and onion along side the pork chop before chopping and mixing them together for the salsa. Watch How to Make Pork Chops with Peach Salsa Powered by Homemade
Brussels Sprouts Slaw
This recipe is best made a day (or several hours) ahead of time to allow the Brussels sprouts to really absorb the dressing but it can be served immediately if needed.