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Pumpkin Risotto (Risotto Di Zucca)
The traditional butter and cream in this recipe have been replaced with olive oil and yogurt. With pumpkin, the risotto achieves a creamy consistency without the extra fat.
Greek Orzo Salad with Peas, Lemon and Kalamata Olives
Add rotisserie chicken or grilled shrimp to turn this salad into an entrée. Otherwise, it can be served as a tasty side dish to complement grilled chicken or fish.
Crustless Spinach and Mushroom Quiche
This low-carb breakfast recipe is designed for two. Perfect for a hearty breakfast, but also works for lunch or dinner.
Edamame and Pasta with Feta
Serve up this unique pasta dish with some lightly dressed greens. It also makes a great lunch that you can bring to the office.
Spiced Chicken & Kale Salad with Parmesan Breadcrumbs & Salsa Verde Dressing
In this hearty salad, savory seasoned chicken and toasted breadcrumbs come together over a vibrant mix of sweet pear and peppers tossed with tender kale—marinated in a bright, creamy dressing of fromage blanc and salsa verde (a verdant sauce which features parsley, capers, garlic, and more).
Turkey Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Feta, Spinach & Pecan Salad
Indulge in the rich flavors of the season with our diabetes-friendly stuffed mushrooms paired with a refreshing salad. This Very-Low-Carbohydrate Meal Pattern dish is delicious and packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.
Creamy Coriander Chicken & Cauliflower Skillet
This delicious Very-Low-Carb Meal Pattern cauliflower skillet will be a new family favorite. A creamy sauce packed with low-carb veggies and protein delivers high taste and nutrition!
How to Build a Perfect Salad
Putting together a salad is a great way to add more veggies to your meals. Salads can be a side dish or starter for a meal—or with proteins and quality carbohydrates (carbs)—they can be a diabetes-friendly meal on their own. Here’s some ideas on how to build the perfect salad to use with your eating plan! Building Blocks of Perfect Salads Greens: Many salads start with a base of leafy greens and there are lots of options to choose from! Light green lettuces like romaine or iceberg have a mild flavor. Darker greens like spinach and kale are more nutrient dense and have a stronger flavor.
What's the Best Breakfast for Diabetes?
You often hear that breakfast is the “most important meal of the day” (truth be told, all meals are important to your diabetes management). It can also be the most confusing for people with diabetes. Traditionally, American breakfasts may include high-carb and low-fiber foods like bagels, cereal, pancakes, muffins, bacon—not great choices for managing diabetes. Research confirms that eating breakfast is generally a good idea—it can help with weight management, feeling fuller throughout the day, and keeping blood glucose (blood sugar) in your target range. Keep in mind, just because breakfast
20 New Ideas to Eat More Produce at Every Meal
Are you looking for new ideas on how to add more fruits and veggies to your meals to boost their flavor, nutrients, and blood glucose (blood sugar) management benefits? Here are 20 simple ones you can start trying right away, plus tips for buying produce and a breakdown of the different types! Buying Produce The first step in eating more fruits and veggies is buying more fruits and veggies. Many types of produce can be purchased fresh at the grocery store all year long. However, fresh produce is the tastiest and cheapest when you buy it in season. To save even more money and extend the life of