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Garlic Pita Crisps
These pita chips travel well and can be enjoyed with a bit of hummus, guacamole or salsa.
Baked Apple Chips
Experiment using other fruits such as pears to make these chips.
Banana Chocolate "Ice Cream"
It’s hard to believe, but frozen bananas make a great base for this four-ingredient soft-serve “ice cream” that’s low in saturated fat. Shop for small ramekins or cups to make portion control easy when serving desserts like this one.
Mango and Tomato Salsa
This homemade salsa made from fresh produce is more nutritious and lower in sodium than the canned salsa you find at the store. Serve it over tacos, quesadillas or grilled chicken!
Kid-Friendly Raspberry Smoothie Pops
Try these tasty and easy smoothie pops that go perfect on a hot summer day. With a lower carb and sugar content than store-bought popsicles, both kids and adults will love this diabetes-friendly treat.
Black Bean Hummus
Why stop at chickpeas? Sub in black beans and add some cumin for a zesty new take on hummus. Serve with fresh vegetables sticks for dipping.
Summer Fruit Smoothie
Take advantage of fresh summer fruit to whip up a refreshing smoothie! Or, use frozen fruit to enjoy summer flavors any time of year.
Why Cook Dried Beans?
Why Cook Dried Beans? There’s no question that beans provide health benefits. They are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, iron, and zinc which makes beans a great choice for people with diabetes—not to mention they are heart healthy and delicious! Due to their protein and fiber content, meals with beans have been shown to raise blood glucose (blood sugar) more slowly after a meal and lower total cholesterol levels. While canned beans are a popular choice, dried beans may be a better option for your lifestyle, wallet, and pantry. Why choose dried beans
Gluten-Free Parmesan Biscuits
These biscuits taste like they were made at a restaurant. Count your carbs and you can work these into your meal plan. They go great with a nice bowl of healthy soup.
Fruit Salad with Honey Yogurt
Fruit is full of antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. If you want to take this on a road trip - pack fruit in small, individual plastic containers and keep in a cooler.