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Mediterranean Roll-Ups
This wrap makes for a flavorful, tasty lunch that is also a is a great vegetarian option. The best part - it can be made and ready-to-eat in 5 minutes or less.
Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Pork Skewers
The National Pork Board, USA Pulses and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program have teamed up to bring you this Powerful Pairings recipe and is a proud supporter of the American Diabetes Association and Diabetes Food Hub.
Garlic Pita Crisps
These pita chips travel well and can be enjoyed with a bit of hummus, guacamole or salsa.
Quick Herb-Tomato Soup
This soup makes a tasty side dish with a sandwich or salad. You can also serve it as an appetizer. Best of all - you can throw it together in under 10 minutes!
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
Top Diabetes-Friendly Pumpkin Recipes
The leaves are changing, cool weather is arriving, and pumpkins are back on the menu! If fall has you craving all things pumpkin, then don’t miss our top pumpkin recipes that are healthy, diabetes-friendly options. Pumpkin is a versatile ingredient. It can be used in sweet or savory recipes. In fact, you could have pumpkin-powered recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We even have a few healthy snack options too, for when you need a pumpkin pick-me-up in the afternoon. Pumpkin is also a great option for people with diabetes due to its high fiber and low carbohydrate count per serving. Plus
The Formula for a Diabetes-Friendly Lunch
Your lunch should give you energy and help you meet your blood glucose (blood sugar) goals. With a bit of planning, you can enjoy diabetes-friendly lunches that keep you satisfied and focused throughout the day. Plus, you’ll save money (and calories) by not eating out!
White Bean, Lemon, and Herbed Feta Dip
Even though it can be made in a flash, this zesty dip combines all the bright flavors of Greece in one easy-to-make dish. If you are a Mediterranean food fan, this dip will make a great addition to hummus in your repertoire. Note that when storing this dip in the refrigerator, it tends to firm up. Before serving, simply stir in water a tablespoon at a time until it becomes the desired consistency. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Healthy Eating Made Easy: A Fresh Start for the New Year
Do you have a resolution to eat healthier this new year? Cooking more meals at home is a great way to start, but it can be challenging to plan, shop, and prepare meals every week. To help, we’ve come up with a simple meal plan of recipes featuring natural, healthy, whole foods. This meal plan is low in sodium, has no added sugar, and provides balanced meals that include non-starchy vegetables, lean protein, and quality carbs.
6 Tea-rrific Ways to Use Tea in Diabetes-Friendly Cooking
Are you a tea sipper? That’s a wise choice. Tea is like a cupful of wellbeing, brimming with naturally occurring antioxidants and other health-promoting compounds.