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Pastelón (Plantain Shepherd's Pie)
If you love shepherds pie, you will love this Plantain Shepherds Pie, inspired by a Puerto Rican dish called pastelón. A traditional pastelón uses fried plantains; this recipe is made healthy by boiling the ripe plantains and them into a mash, creating a dish taht resembles a shepherd's pie. The sweetness of the plantain combined with the savory beef is heavenly! Receta en Español: Pastelón To make your own salt-free Adobo seasoning, combine 1 tbsp each of lemon pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried parsley, and achiote powder and 1/2 tbsp cumin. Store in an airtight
Simple Chicken Stirfry
The classic stir-fry recipe is the perfect way to make a healthy, diabetes-friendly and low-carb meal from whatever you might have in the fridge or pantry. Heat up a little oil in a skillet (a wok is great, but any skillet will do), throw in some protein and vegetables, and stir. Our version uses chicken as a base, but strips of beef, pork, or tofu will work just as well. Stir-fry vegetable mixes are available at most grocery stores, but there are a number of fresh or frozen vegetables that will work perfectly here—broccoli, snow peas, bell peppers, and baby corn especially. Experiment and see
Jalapeño Chicken and Corn Chowder
This hearty main-dish chowder is full of chunky goodness, including sweet corn and juicy chicken. Jalapeño peppers give it a touch of spicy heat. Pair it with a light arugula salad and a serving of fresh watermelon, or this Watermelon, Arugula and Feta Salad , for a perfect summer meal. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook . To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .
Onion, Spinach, and Artichoke Dip
Enjoy this dip with fresh cut vegetables such as baby carrots, celery sticks, sliced cucumbers, or mini bell peppers. It's a simple way to incorporate more vegetables (and therefore, more nutrients) into your next party spread! Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner . To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .
Ramen-Style Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup
Try this Asian twist on classic chicken noodle soup next time you're battling a cold! Use the breast meat from a store-bought rotisserie chicken to make this extra easy. For the noodles, you could use brown rice udon, soba, or whole-wheat spaghetti. Get creative and add whatever toppings you have on hand: avocado, boiled egg, scallion, mung bean sprouts, thinly sliced mushrooms, toasted sesame seeds, lime, or sliced hot chile peppers all make great toppings. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN
Chicken and Roasted Pepper Lettuce Cups
From Designed for One! , by Nancy S. Hughes. Available for order here . This recipe featured in:
Latin Baked Fried Chicken
Breaking news: the secret to great fried chicken without the frying has been discovered! Okay, all jokes aside, would you have ever dreamed that having fried chicken would be possible when eating healthy? You will love me forever for this baked, crispy, and moist chicken recipe. We can live happily ever after with our baked fried chicken. Receta en Español: Pollo Frito al Horno To make your own salt-free Adobo seasoning, combine 1 tbsp each of lemon pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried parsley, and achiote powder and 1/2 tbsp cumin. Store in an airtight container for up to
Top 7 Veggies You Should Be Eating and Why
Spinach Leafy greens, including spinach, kale, and collard greens, are low in carbs and calories but high in nutrition. They’re packed with vitamins A, C, and K, folic acid, calcium, iron, and powerful antioxidants which fight oxidative stress, help reduce damage to cells, and may help reduce the risk of developing heart disease. Research suggests leafy greens could reduce risk of developing chronic conditions like diabetes. Plus, they provide lutein and zeaxanthin, plant compounds that are beneficial for maintaining eye health. Spinach is the most widely available and enjoyed of all the leafy
25 Simple Snack Ideas
Related: To snack or not to snack? Read our article on healthy snacking, and whether or not snacking is right for you. NOTE: Calorie and carb amounts are approximate and do not include optional suggestions. 1. Turkey Cheese Wrap: Stack a slice of cheese on top of a slice of turkey deli meat. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (110 calories, 2 g carb) 2. Green Wrap: spread ¼ of an avocado over a small (6-inch) whole-wheat tortilla. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (160 calories, 18 g carb) 3. Savory
Buffalo Chicken Legs with Blue Cheese Salad
A tangy, cool salad topped with blue cheese dressing balances the heat of buffalo drumsticks. You can add more or less cayenne pepper, depending on how hot you like. Try making your own dressing with this Light Blue Cheese Dressing recipe. Double Up: Double the buffalo chicken in this recipe and use the leftover chicken in this Panzanella Salad . Find this recipe and weekly meal plans in our book, The 12-Week Diabetes Cookbook by Linda Gassenheimer. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .