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Omelet de Verduras
Agregar muchas verduras a su comida matutina los recarga de energía con excelentes nutrientes. Esta receta es una estupenda manera de empezar el día. No es necesario comprar el desayuno en la ventanilla de la pastelería o cafetería. El tiempo que nos toma ir al restaurante y esperar para pedir el desayuno en el drive-through lo podemos pasar preparando un desayuno saludable como este. ¡Que tengan un día maravilloso! To see this recipe in English, go here.
Budget-Friendly Cod Provencale
This light, delicious seafood dish may look fancy, but it's an easy and budget-friendly option for a lower carb main dish that's designed specifically for those with diabetes. Pair with a side salad and you have a restaurant quality weeknight dinner at a fraction of the cost. This recipe is from the Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook, by Charles Mattocks. To order this title and other great ADA cookbooks, please click here.
Roast Beef Rollups
These wraps are a quick and easy lunch to pack for the work day. Just pack the olive oil and red wine vinegar together in a separate container and add to the wrap right before eating.
Chana (Chickpea) Masala
Chickpeas, or chana, are an ancient variety of legume that have been eaten in India for centuries. There are different varieties of chickpeas available, but the variety most often used are the pale, mild legumes also known as garbanzo beans. In Indian markets you’ll also find black chickpeas (or kala chana), which are darker and smaller than regular chickpeas. Chana masala is an extremely popular dish in both India and the U.S. This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook, by May Abraham Fridel.
Side Greek Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
This is a simple, savory side salad that goes great with almost any entree when you need to add some more vegetables to your meal. Whip up a double batch and save some for another meal. Store with the dressing on the side so it can last up to 3 days in your refrigerator. Complete your plate: Pair this salad with a vegetarian entree like Slow-Cooker Ratatouille with White Beans for a plant-based Mediterranean meal. Find this recipe and more in The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook, by Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND
6 Tasty Ways to Stay Hydrated
Dehydration isn’t good for anyone, but if you have diabetes, it can become dangerous. High blood glucose (blood sugar) levels can lead to increased dehydration as your kidneys work harder to filter the glucose. It’s important to stay hydrated during the day, especially if it’s particularly hot or you’ve been losing fluids during exercise.
Carb-Conscious Meal Makeovers
Getting a diagnosis of diabetes or prediabetes does not mean that you have to remove all carbohydrate foods from your diet! Depending on your current eating habits, reducing your carb intake, or making some smart swaps, may help manage your blood glucose without cutting out your favorite foods.
The Formula for a Diabetes-Friendly Lunch
Whether you're eating at work or school, your lunch should give you the energy you need during your day while allowing you to reach your blood glucose (blood sugar) targets. With a bit of planning, you can enjoy diabetes-friendly lunches that keep you satisfied and focused throughout the day. Plus, you’ll save money (and calories) by not eating out!
3 Tips for Stress Free Meals
Is time one of your biggest challenges? Set yourself up for success with strategies and stress-free meal ideas to get dinner on the table quickly with these three tips.
Open Face Egg & Spinach Salad Sandwich
This one dish meal is colorful, fresh, quick, easy, and delicious! Just right for one or more, especially after a trip to the Farmer’s Market.