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Sage Stuffing
Here’s a stuffing recipe that’s on the healthier side but will still thrill your guests. Our Sage Stuffing uses whole grain bread, omega-3 rich walnuts and cranberries to give it a holiday twist.
Roasted Green Beans in Champagne Vinaigrette
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.
Smoky Chicken & Creamy Cilantro Sauce with Sweet Pepper & Zucchini Farro
For our quick spin on piri piri chicken— or Portuguese-style spiced, marinated chicken—we’re coating chicken with a blend of paprika, ground yellow mustard, and more, then topping it with a creamy cilantro sauce for cooling contrast. Can't find cilantro pesto? Make your own by finely chopping fresh cilantro and garlic, then add olive oil and lime juice.
Top 10 Diabetes Friendly Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin is a versatile ingredient. It can be used in sweet or savory recipes. In fact, you could have pumpkin-powered recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We even have a few healthy snack options too, for when you need a pumpkin pick-me-up in the afternoon. Pumpkin is also a great option for people with diabetes due to its high fiber and low carbohydrate count per serving. Plus, it’s packed with nutrients and vitamins. Want to learn more about pumpkins? Check out our What's in Season: Pumpkin article. Savory Diabetes-Friendly Pumpkin Recipes Instant Pot Pumpkin-Spiced Turkey Chili If you
The Formula for a Diabetes-Friendly Lunch
The Healthy Lunch Formula Using the Diabetes Plate The American Diabetes Association has an easy way to plan meals called the Diabetes Plate . You can use this to help guide your meal prep, making sure you have key food groups that support managing your blood glucose and your overall health. Here’s how to use the Diabetes Plate to create a healthy lunch: Non-starchy veggies: Half of your nine-inch plate should be filled with non-starchy vegetables. Non-starchy vegetables are low in carbohydrates (carbs) while being rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Having a variety of colorful
Seared Scallops with Pesto Sauce
Sea scallops are quite simple to cook and have a mild, buttery flavor. This recipe calls for topping the scallops with a light pesto sauce, but you can swap with another sauce, or even a simple squeeze of lemon. Complete your plate with a fresh, seasonal salad and a grain side dish, like this Red Quinoa and Farro .
Chop-Free Chili
Loaded with meat, vegetables, and beans, chili is a one-pot meal that is easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and deliciously comforting. As the name implies, this chop-free chili requires very little prep work. Toss everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and come home to a hearty, comforting bowl of chili that takes less than 10 minutes of work to prepare. This dish is even better the next day, so save some leftovers for tomorrow's lunch!
Autumn Sheet Pan Veggies
Why settle for just one veggie as your side dish? With these autumn sheet-pan veggies, you’ll get butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, red onion, plus Honeycrisp apples and a whole lot of flavor! And it’s so easy to make—just toss your veggies with zero calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener, oil, and spices, arrange them on a baking sheet, and bake! Serve with Thanksgiving dinner or any dinner of the week.
Southwest Breakfast Quiche
This quiche is crust-less and quick to make, but packs a protein and flavor punch with added egg whites, whipped cottage cheese, cheese, and canned chili peppers. If you don't have cottage cheese, you could sub in plain Greek yogurt, ricotta, or even silken tofu. For 12 servings, double all of the ingredients and use a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Each serving adds 16 grams of protein and only 10 grams of carbohydrate to your breakfast or brunch!