Beans are one of the healthiest carbohydrate sources. They are full of fiber and other nutrients. If you need to eat a gluten-free diet, beans can be a staple in your meal plan.
This is a Mediterranean-style, low-fat recipe featuring a twist on a classic tuna melt. The tuna salad is served on a whole grain English muffin with a side salad to complete your meal. With its blend of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, it’s a great choice for keeping blood glucose (blood sugar) levels steady.
Known in Greece as Fassoulada, this hearty, thick soup is a popular dish in that country. Navy beans, onion, tomatoes, and garlic are the essential basics of this soup.
Do you need a quick and easy dinner? Then this recipe is a great choice – and it’s easy on the budget! Pairing the quesadilla with a simple, zesty salad makes this a complete vegetarian meal. You could use regular whole-wheat tortillas if you do not need this to be gluten-free.
Need something fancyish? This crostini recipe will become your go-to hors d’oeuvre pick. It does double duty as a stress-free afterwork or after-school snack, too. To make it, you don’t actually need an entire footlong baguette here; the recipe works surprisingly well with slices from a standard hoagie or submarine roll—as long as it’s not already split. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN
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