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Low Carb Chicken and Zucchini Casserole
This delicious Low-Carb Chicken and Zucchini Casserole combines cooked chicken, fresh zucchini, and a luscious creaminess. With rich and satisfying flavors, it's an easy choice for a weeknight family dinner. This diabetes-friendly recipe will fulfill your craving for cheesy goodness without compromising on your blood glucose (blood sugar) management plan.
California Date & Avocado Chocolate Pudding
This velvety pudding is a nutrient-rich special treat made with whole food ingredients like ripe avocado and naturally sweet dates—no added sugar needed. An excellent source of fiber with heart-healthy fats, it’s a better-for-you-swap for traditional chocolate pudding. Best of all, it comes together in just 10 minutes!
Roasted Vegetables
Author Barbara Seelig-Brown says, "Veggies are delicious when roasted. Their flavors are enhanced and the natural sugars are caramelized, which give them a nice crunch. Vary this recipe by using whatever veggies you like or roast one single vegetable at a time. I sometimes roast peeled beets or trimmed Brussels sprouts and even the naysayers always love them!"
Meal Planning for a Mediterranean-Style Eating Pattern
Meal planning is a powerful tool for diabetes management. Planning out your meals for the week helps you build a grocery list so you buy just what you need. And once you have everything on hand, it's easier to prepare meals throughout the week and stick to your plan. Read on for tips from cookbook author Amy Riolo on Mediterranean-style meal planning, and a one-week Mediterranean meal plan to get you started!
Sweet Southern Coleslaw
This coleslaw is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet! The recipe uses Splenda® Granulated Sweetener instead of sugar to provide a sweet flavor with less carbs and calories. Crunchy crisp shredded cabbage with this delicious dressing makes the ideal complement to many main dishes and can be enjoyed as a healthy snack by itself. Get ready to enjoy your new favorite slaw recipe!
Whole Wheat Hot Pockets
Once these hot pockets are baked, they can be frozen in airtight freezer bags for an easy dinner at a later date.
Lemony Pesto Hummus
Enjoy this hummus as a dip for snacking with nonstarchy vegetables, whole-wheat pita, or whole-grain crackers. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Parsley Lemon Chickpea Salad
With plant-based protein from chickpeas, this recipe fits a vegetarian, vegan or low carb eating pattern. Pair this chickpea salad with a leafy green salad for a delicious meal the whole family will love.
Garbanzo Bean and Arugula Salad
This recipe is a simple and delicious combination of peppery arugula and sweet sundried tomatoes. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
California Date Chocolate Truffles
These California Date chocolate truffles are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in a healthier way. The dates provide natural sweetness and fiber, while the cocoa powder adds a rich, chocolatey flavor. With no added sugars and heart-healthy fats from the almond butter, they’re a treat that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diabetes-friendly meal.