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Tofu Scramble with Zucchini & Cherry Tomatoes
This is a vegetarian, vegan, low carb, and very low carb recipe which features a colorful tofu scramble that is a hearty, plant-based breakfast packed with protein and fiber from extra firm tofu and fresh vegetables. This Turmeric adds a warm, earthy flavor and a golden hue without the need for eggs. It's a nourishing, carb-conscious choice that supports stable blood glucose (blood sugar) levels for people with diabetes.
Spinach and Feta Egg White Omelet
This light and flavorful omelet is filled with sautéed vegetables and tangy feta, served alongside sprouted whole grain toast for a fiber-rich, balanced meal. Using mostly egg whites keeps the saturated fat low, while still offering satisfying protein. It’s a great breakfast option for people with diabetes looking to keep blood glucose (blood sugar) steady without sacrificing flavor. This is a DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension), vegetarian recipe, low fat and low carb recipe.
Grilled Vegetable Pizza
A long recipe but worth the work! This flavorful, unique dish will be a hit when you have company over! Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
Smart Shopping on a Budget
Grocery shopping when you have diabetes doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Simplify meal planning with the Diabetes Plate and try these shopping tips to save on produce and protein foods at the grocery store. Fresh Produce Non-starchy vegetables fill half the Diabetes Plate, so always try to have plenty of these on hand. Check sales flyers from your local store and see what fresh produce is on sale, then find recipes that use those vegetables. Remember, in-season fresh produce will be cheaper than those not in season. So try swapping out the fruits or vegetables in a recipe to ones
California Date & Harissa Salmon
The natural sweetness of California Dates balances the smoky heat of harissa in this flavorful salmon dish while adding fiber, antioxidants, and essential nutrients. Harissa is a North African chili paste made with roasted red peppers and spices. If you can’t find it at your grocery store, you can substitute chipotles in adobo sauce for a similar smoky kick. Herbs and spices are an excellent way to enhance the flavor of your dishes without adding extra fat, sodium, or sugar. This very-low-carb and low-carb recipe is also heart healthy.
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
This 30-minute meal packs in lean protein from the turkey, lots of vegetables, and healthy carbs from the sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamin A and have a lower glycemic index compared to white potatoes. Add this dish to your Thanksgiving table to get your sweet potato fix without the mini marshmallows, or make it the next day with leftovers! This recipe originally appeared in The Diabetes Cookbook.
Oven-Baked Maduros (Sweet Plantains)
This might not look like much of a recipe, but fried sweet plantains are a staple side dish in most Latin countries. Typically lunch consists of rice, steak, and beans plus a side of maduros. Baking them is much easier than frying and it brings out all their natural sugars. The secret here is to use super-ripe plantains. Plantains are one of the better carbs you can consume, because they’re filled with potassium, they can help regulate digestion and boost the immune system, and much more. So go ahead and enjoy them in moderation.
Cucumber Basil Mocktail
This light and refreshing drink is perfect for any occasion! Enjoy the perfect beverage combination of crisp cucumber slices, fragrant basil leaves, fresh lime juice, and a gentle fizz of club soda. It’s sweetened with a squeeze of Splenda® Stevia Liquid Sweetener – it tastes like sugar without the calories! Recipe note: Blending carbonated water can cause the gas bubbles to expand and burst, and can cause overflow from the blender. To reduce this, blend on slower speeds and only adding half of the club soda to the blender and the other half after blending.
Easy Garlic Bok Choy
Looking for a lower carb side dish for a quick weeknight dinner? Try our Easy Garlic Bok Choy recipe! This flavorful, diabetes-friendly dish features tender baby bok choy sautéed with heart-healthy ingredients and a touch of low-sodium soy sauce, making it a delicious and blood glucose (blood sugar)-conscious addition to your meal rotation. Try pairing this non-starchy veggie side with Honey Soy-Glazed Salmon for a tasty and easy weeknight meal.
Anjeer Khajoor Barfi (Fig and Date Bars)
Barfi (also called barfee, or burfi) is a dense, sweet India dessert usually made with milk and various other ingredients depending on the type of barfi. Plain barfi is made with condensed milk or milk reduced with sugar; the ingredients are cooked down in a heavy-bottomed pan until the mixture solidifies. There are several different varieties of barfi including: besan barfi (made with gram flour), kaaju barfi (made with cashews), pista barfi (made with pistachios), and sing barfi (made with peanuts). This healthier version of the dessert is made without the condensed milk, but you’ll still