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Roasted Beet, Tahini, and Greek Yogurt Dip
Beautiful, fresh beets of any color take center stage in this unique vegetarian dish. To prepare raw beets, peel them, cut them into quarters, and boil or roast them until fork-tender. You can prepare large batches of beets at one time to use for this recipe, in salads, or to eat by themselves, drizzled with a little bit of olive oil and sprinkled with salt.
Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja
Ropa Vieja is a classic Cuban dish. The literal translation is "old clothes" and refers to the stringy texture of the meat when it is shredded. It make a great filling for tacos, or served along side rice or plantains. Complete the meal with serving of vegetables like a simple salad or flavorful roasted veggies like these Cubano Roasted Broccoli Florets.
Shakshuka with Red Peppers and Goat Cheese
Shakshuka is an Eastern Mediterranean dish of eggs poached in a flavorful tomato sauce. It’s the ultimate all-purpose meal—it’s quick and easy to make, it’s great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and it all comes together in one pan for minimal cleanup. This can be a whole meal on its, or you could serve it with a side salad or whole wheat pita to sop up the sauce.
Crustless Asparagus and Tomato Quiche
With no crust needed, this quiche is so simple to prepare. Sweet grape tomatoes help create a nice balance of flavors and textures and add a striking color contrast with the bright green asparagus. Perfect for breakfast on its own, or serve it for lunch or dinner with a salad of mixed greens or a cup of Tomato Basil Bisque.
Venetian Shrimp with Garlic (Schie Aglio Olio)
This dish is one that is typically served in Venice in the cicchetti bars.
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.
Quick and Easy Lunchbox Recipes: Perfect for Back to School or the Office
Whether you are making lunches for school or your day at the office, packing and prepping lunch can help you manage diabetes and save money. Check out the recipes below that can inspire you to get creative and are perfect for anyone to enjoy. The Diabetes Plate As your guide, follow the Diabetes Plate to pack your lunch: Half your plate (lunch) with non-starchy veggies. Use tomato slices on your sandwich; a side of carrot, celery and bell pepper strips with low fat dressing as a dip; or a side of steamed green beans One quarter of your plate (lunch) with lean proteins, like roasted chicken
Smoky Pan Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Beans
Smoked paprika gives this pan-roasted chicken a delicious smoky flavor. Potatoes and green beans round out your plate for a budget-friendly meal in less than 30 mintues (and less than $2.50 a plate!) Double Up: Double the chicken in this recipe and save the leftovers for Smoky Chicken and Three Bean Salad later in the week. 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.
Seasonal Baked Whitefish Pouch
Foil or parchment pouches are an easy way to make perfectly cooked and seasoned fish with vegetables. By sealing the edges of the pouches, you’ll seal in all of the moistness. The result—lots of savory sauciness in the pouch after cooking, with no clean up! Serve the steamy fish and vegetables over farro or brown rice, or sop up this flavorful sauce with a whole-grain roll. Complete your meal with a crisp side salad, too.
Seared Scallops with Pesto Sauce
Sea scallops are quite simple to cook and have a mild, buttery flavor. This recipe calls for topping the scallops with a light pesto sauce, but you can swap with another sauce, or even a simple squeeze of lemon. Complete your plate with a fresh, seasonal salad and a grain side dish, like this Red Quinoa and Farro.