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3 Ways to Revive Your Holiday Leftovers
You plan for the meals. You plan for the guests. Maybe you even plan for the feeling of equal parts relief and exhaustion once the holidays are actually over. But what about all the leftovers?
Mini-Artichoke Cakes
These artichoke cakes are a unique and tasty appetizer or snack. Best of all – you build in the portion size by making them in muffin tins.
Powerhouse Kale Salad
A vegetarian, low-carb salad might not sound like a filling meal, but this powerhouse is loaded with protein and leafy greens that that will power you through your day. Main course salads like this are a great way to get more vegetables in your diet. Find this recipe and more in our cookbook Designed for One! To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here
8 Low-Carb Breakfast Recipes
Eating breakfast as part of your eating plan can help you manage blood glucose (blood sugar), since it spreads the carbs in your meals throughout the day and offers you more chance to get all the needed vitamins and minerals each day, Eating breakfast can also prevent drops in energy levels and prevent overeating. Some breakfast options are better than others when it comes to nutrition. In addition to some breakfasts being high in carbs, some options have more saturated fat and sodium, which aren’t heart healthy, What’s in a low-carb breakfast? Low-carb breakfasts are generally focused on lean
Spinach and Turkey Meatballs
Serve up these tender meatballs for a fun twist on Italian night! Serve over zucchini noodles for a lower carb dish. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Recipes to Make with Santa’s Little Helpers
Healthy eating is important year-round, and the holidays are a great opportunity to practice all sorts of recipes in the kitchen. Plus, your little helpers will love getting the chance to cook with you while getting into the holiday spirit. This is a great opportunity to get your kids involved in learning how to cook healthy meals they’ll be excited to eat. By bringing kids into the kitchen, you’re teaching them the keys to healthy eating at an early age that will become lifelong habits.
Cranberry Pork Roast over Noodles
This super-easy, tender roast cooks during the day in your slow-cooker. All you need is 5 minutes in the morning to load up the crock pot, and then 20 minutes in the evening to cook up the pasta and veggies that go with it!
Why You Should Eat Plant-Based Foods
When it comes to reducing inflammation and the risk for chronic diseases, switching to plant-based foods is an excellent choice. Eating more plant-based foods such as tofu, beans, soy, and lentils and using substitutes for dairy and meat, helps to reduce inflammation in the body and increase phytochemicals and antioxidants in our daily meals. For those with prediabetes or diabetes, consuming more plant-based foods can also help reduce the risk of other chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and heart disease. Including more protein at meals also helps to reduce how high blood glucose (blood sugar) rises after you eat.
Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf
A nice way to add whole grains into protein dishes—such as meatloaf, hamburgers, and meatballs—is to use quick-cooking oats instead of regular bread crumbs. The fiber in the oats has been shown to help lower cholesterol. Complete your Plate: For a classic "meat-and-potatoes" meal, pair with Mashed Red Potatoes. Add a Green Salad with Orange and Avocado for a balanced meal.
Braised Brown Rice Meatballs
This meatball recipe makes a great addition to a hearty meal. Pair it with a side of vegetables and you have an unbeatable combination.