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Budget-Friendly Mediterranean Fish Stew
This Mediterranean fish stew costs a little more than $10 for 4 servings, but it can be a real treat and is great for the chilly winter weather!
Grilled Fish Tacos With Strawberry-Mango Salsa
This fish taco recipe becomes extra lively when you top if off with juicy strawberry-mango salsa. The sweet berries and tropical mango are the perfect combo for this festive summer dish.
Miso Glazed Cod
Broiling fish fillets and stir-frying vegetables makes this savory 20-minute meal come together in a flash. Serve with brown rice or another whole grain if desired.
Cod on Roasted Pepper and White Beans
This dish calls for fish and beans – both tasty, lean protein options! Serve it with a green salad or steamed green beans to round out your meal.
Broccoli and Mandarin Orange Salad
Crunchy, sweet, and tangy, this refreshing broccoli and mandarin orange salad can satisfy multiple food cravings at once. This diabetes-friendly recipe makes a great side dish to dinner or a fresh lunch. Try pairing this dish with slow-roasted citrus cod for a heart-healthy meal.
Spinach Pesto Halibut
This delicious spinach pesto could also be used for a spread on turkey or chicken sandwiches or wraps. If you don’t like halibut you can substitute cod or tilapia.
Seafood Shopping Tips
Is Seafood Good for People with Diabetes? Yes, fish and shellfish are great options for people with diabetes! Seafood is an excellent source of lean protein, which should make up a quarter of your meal according to the Diabetes Plate Method . It is recommended to have at least two meals with fish per week. Omega-3 fatty acids are a healthy source of fat that supports heart health. They have been shown to lower risk of heart attacks and stroke, and are important for brain and eye health. How to Shop for Seafood Here are several tips to help you choose seafood at the grocery store: In general
Everything You Need to Know About Parsley
Why You Should Eat Parsley Fresh parsley is low in calories, yet high in vitamins such as A, K, and C. Vitamin A and C are essential for eye and skin health, as well as boosting the immune system. Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant, helping to reduce inflammation in the body. Vitamin K is necessary for proper blood clotting and supports bone and heart health. Types of Parsley There are two types of parsley commonly found in grocery stores and farmers markets: curly leaf and flat leaf (also referred to as Italian parsley). Curly leaf parsley is mostly used for garnishes that add a nice
Miss Drinking Juice? Try These Citrus Hacks
The reason for this is simple. Fruit juices, and specifically citrus juices, have lots of carbs without the benefits of fiber and other nutrients from the actual fruit. For instance, an 8-ounce glass of orange juice contains 24 grams of carbs. Grapefruit juice has just a smidge less. If your diabetes management plan calls for 35 grams of carbs a meal, there’s not much left for you to eat after a glass of juice. Benefits of Eating Citrus People with diabetes have to be sensible eaters and weigh the decision of which food choices to make. Consider this: Enjoying a small orange contains just 11
Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for Your Instant Pot
A "multi cooker," like Instant Pot, does the work of multiple appliances – it’s a slow cooker, steamer, rice cooker, sauté pan, warming pot, and pressure cooker all in one. You can use it like a slow cooker and let dinner simmer away all day, or, if planning ahead isn’t your thing, you can cook the same "slow-cooked" meal in minutes using the pressure cooker function. Best of all, you can prep and cook everything in one pot, meaning there is no need to preheat the oven, light up the grill, make a mess on your stove top, or wash a lot of pots and pans. If you own a multi cooker, or are thinking