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Tuscan Bean Soup
This Tuscan Bean Soup was one of the first soups Robyn Webb learned in a cooking class on a farm in Italy. She simplified it by using canned beans (the original recipe calls for using dried beans), which are perfectly fine. This is similar to minestrone soup, minus the pasta. Be sure to add the balsamic vinegar, it really draws out the flavor of the vegetables and makes the chickpeas taste even richer. Top each bowl with fresh grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Grape Tomato Succotash
Succotash is usually associated with summertime cuisine, when corn is in season. But this recipe is designed to be enjoyed anytime you’re able to pick up a pint of grape tomatoes. Since you can use frozen lima beans and corn here, you can savor this veggie dish often. It’s as colorful as it is flavorful.
Shrimp Creole and Cauliflower Grits
In this twist to classic grits, corn is swapped out for cauliflower and white beans for a creamy alternative that pairs perfectly with the spice in the shrimp. You can swap out the chicken stock with a quick homemade stock using the shrimp shells. Consider buying Cajun seasoning (typically a mix of chili pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and herbs) to cut down on prep time—and it works as a great seasoning for vegetables. If purchasing, a salt-free Cajun seasoning is recommended. Watch how to make shrimp creole and cauliflower grits
Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole
Strawberry cream cheese French toast casserole is the perfect kidney-friendly dish to serve at your next breakfast or brunch. This make-ahead casserole will feed a crowd.
Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
This recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also kidney-friendly. Try a variety of dipping sauces, such as barbecue sauce, curry sauce, fruit spreads, or low-sodium salad dressing.
Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce
Tomatoes are high in potassium, meaning tomato sauce is usually off limits for someone managing kidney disease on a low potassium diet. This kidney-friendly sauce replaces half the tomatoes with roasted red peppers for a lower potassium sauce that can be used on pasta, pizza, or as a replacement for tomato sauce in recipes. And, it tastes great! You can use store bought roasted red peppers (look for the lowest sodium option) or roast red bell peppers at home. You can easily double or triple this recipe to make a larger batch and freeze some for later.
Cookie Dough Hummus
If you’ve ever been tempted to eat raw cookie dough, then try satisfying that craving with this cookie dough hummus! It has all the flavor of cookie dough but without the excess calories and sugar. Like any dessert hummus, the base of cookie dough hummus is garbanzo beans (also called chickpeas), which are a good source of protein. The sweetness comes from Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend, which contains half the calories and sugar of regular brown sugar.
How to Make Air Fried Chicken with Roasted Green Beans
3 Cooking Class Takeaways 1. Cooking healthy meals can be fun without sacrificing taste. During the class, Chef Jenny demonstrated how to make air fryer chicken and green beans, a healthy and flavorful meal that aligns with the Diabetes Plate Method . She emphasized the importance of incorporating whole grains, such as cornmeal, and using fresh ingredients to enhance the taste of the food. "Cornmeal is a whole grain. When we talk about eating healthy and eating to get those whole grains, I think instantly people think of something whole wheat, oatmeal. But corn is a whole grain, too," she
Budget-Friendly Chicken Chili
This chili is perfect for a fall dinner and it’s full of vitamin C, protein and fiber. Feel free to experiment with different beans such as black or Great Northern beans here.
Seared Salmon & Shallot-Dijon Vinaigrette with Roasted Potatoes & Sautéed Vegetables
For this dish, we’re paying homage to the flavors and ingredients of niçoise with a vibrant side of sautéed green beans and sweet peppers that perfectly pairs with seared salmon topped with an irresistibly tangy vinaigrette of whole grain dijon mustard, piquant shallot, and more.