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Shrimp with Creamy Arugula Pesto
Greek yogurt and cashews make for a deliciously creamy pesto to top poached shrimp or fish fillets.
Healthy Mexican Sliders
Healthy eating can taste delicious and doesn’t have to be boring! Try these burgers at your next tailgate or BBQ and your guests will have no idea they are eating a healthy burger.
Bibb and Bean Burrito Bowl
Eating beans every day may help people with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood glucose. So enjoy the health benefits of this inviting meal-in-a-bowl. And enjoy all of its vivid colors, Mexican-inspired flavors, and lovely textures with a fork. The bowl is made from Bibb lettuce, so it’s literally an edible bowl! But if you like, use the Bibb leaves to eat some of the bean mixture burrito-style. Any way you choose to eat it, it’s muy delicioso. This recipe from The With or Without Meat Cookbook , 2nd edition, by Jackie Newgent. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association
Chopped Mexican Salad with Lime
This fresh chopped salad is full of color! A citrus marinade drizzled over the vegetables brings them to life. Serve this salad as a lovely side dish or as an entree.
Green Bell Pepper Enchiladas
Spice up your mealtime with a delicious twist on a Mexican favorite – Green Bell Pepper Enchiladas! Whether you're a fan of Tex-Mex cuisine or looking to add some excitement to your dinner table, these enchiladas are a diabetes-friendly delight.
Low-Carb Cauliflower Mashed "Potatoes"
We’re not going to say that this mashed cauliflower tastes exactly like mashed potatoes, but it’s so good we promise you won’t mind. This dish makes a great low carb addition to a classic “meat and potatoes” meal. We suggest pairing with this Garlic Sesame Pork Tenderloin and Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan .
5 Grab-and-Go Protein-Powered Snacks
Navigating snack options when you have diabetes can feel like a tricky balancing act. With a busy schedule, it's even more challenging to find snacks that tick all the boxes: tasty, healthy, and diabetes-friendly. However, with a little planning, you can have plenty of snacks ready to grab-and-go in your fridge and pantry. Should people with diabetes eat protein-powered snacks? Protein is essential for everyone, especially if you're managing diabetes. It works alongside carbohydrates to help moderate the absorption of glucose (sugar) into your blood. This balance is key in avoiding the
Farmhouse Vegetable and Farro Soup (Zuppa Di Verdure E Farro)
Farro is a classic Italian grain that has started gaining popularity in the U.S. Add some canned cannellini beans to this recipe, but be sure to rinse and drain the beans!
Watermelon, Arugula and Feta Salad
This sweet-and-savory salad is a great way to showcase fresh watermelon. Pair with Jalapeño Chicken and Corn Chowder for a light meal that features seasonal summer porduce. Save yourself time prepping this recipe by buying watermelon that is already cut and cubed!
Orzo, Lentil, and Fig Salad
Author Barbara Seelig-Brown said, "The delicious and healthy flavors of the Mediterranean inspired me to create this salad. This recipe can be made a day or two ahead of time and kept refrigerated. This recipe is great for picnics, make-ahead meals, or brown bag lunches."