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Cajun Grains
Author Jackie Newgent loves flexitarian recipes—dishes that can be made with meat or without. "This scrumptious whole-grain side is inspired by classic 'dirty' rice," she says. "Thank you, Louisiana! My version is made with a well-seasoned ground turkey mixture and beans. You can make a vegan version of this, too. Replace the ground turkey with 8 ounces finely chopped mushrooms of choice along with 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper—and use the vegetable broth, of course. If you wish, serve a larger portion as an entrée."
Veggie Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
This recipe makes a great appetizer, but add some lean protein such as chicken or pork to the rolls and you have a light meal. To save time, use bagged coleslaw mix with cabbage and carrots.
Grilled Turkey Tenderloin with Mango Salsa - Quick Recipe
Turkey tenderloins are a lean meat and can be found by the ground turkey at the grocery store. If you cant find turkey tenderloin, you can always substitute pork tenderloin in this recipe.
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs
These grilled Hawaiian chicken kabobs are a must-have at your next cookout with family and friends. With all those colors, they are sure to brighten up the picnic table. They’re not only eye-catching—they’re great for boosting your protein, fruit, and vegetable intake for the day! The key ingredient in the sweet and tangy marinade for these kabobs is zero- calorie Splenda® Granulated Sweetener.
Fresh Vegetable Summer Rolls
Fresh summer rolls are easy to make. Here, tofu replaces the Vietnamese shrimp filling for a vegetarian version of the classic and popular dish. Enjoy a small amount of low-sodium peanut or chili sauce for dipping, if desired.
Smart Shopping: Staying Healthy While Staying Home
COVID-19 is causing closures, quarantine, and “social distancing” protocols across the nation. For many, this means eating more meals at home, and possibly limited access to grocery stores. Most of us are making less trips to the grocery store, or relying on grocery delivery. Smart shopping is more important than ever to keep your kitchen stocked with healthy, shelf-stable foods.
Seafood Shopping Tips
Incorporating seafood into your diet can be extremely beneficial for people with diabetes. Fish and shellfish are full of important nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and protein, all of which are important for a healthy lifestyle.
Shrimp Ceviche
This version of ceviche features savory shrimp, sweet pineapple, and hot chilis in a tangy lime marinade. Serve on top of cooked rice and peas or as a salsa over cooked fish. Or, serve with crackers as a snack or appetizer.
Baked Hot Wings with Cilantro Lime Dip
This is a diabetes-friendly version of buffalo wings that skips deep frying and delivers an incredibly tasty golden brown wing with just the right amount of spice. Break out the paper towels, because this is a game-day treat you and other fans will love! Instead of bleu cheese dressing, we suggest using our tasty Cilantro Lime Dip.
Pear, Ricotta and Pine Nut Cake
The combination of golden raisins, pine nuts and orange zest gives this cake a uniquely Sicilian flair. Keep in mind that those same flavors make a great addition to savory whole-grain rice pilafs as well.