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20 New Ideas to Eat More Produce at Every Meal
Are you looking for new ideas on how to add more fruits and veggies to your meals to boost their flavor, nutrients, and blood glucose (blood sugar) management benefits? Here are 20 simple ones you can start trying right away, plus tips for buying produce and a breakdown of the different types! Buying Produce The first step in eating more fruits and veggies is buying more fruits and veggies. Many types of produce can be purchased fresh at the grocery store all year long. However, fresh produce is the tastiest and cheapest when you buy it in season. To save even more money and extend the life of
Lentil Sloppy Joes
These Lentil Sloppy Joes are a hearty and satisfying plant-based alternative to the classic version. Packed with protein and flavor, they make for a delicious and nutritious meal that is kid-approved! Add a tossed salad on the side to complete your Diabetes Plate .
Just Right! Recipes for One or Two People
Whether you're cooking for yourself or looking to whip up a quick dish for yourself and someone else, check out these recipes for one or two people. These quick and easy recipes are perfect for a healthy, diabetes-friendly meal.
Tzatziki and Vegetables
Traditional Mediterranean tzatziki sauce is perfect for dipping low-carb non-starchy vegetables. It can also be used as a topping on salads, sandwiches or wraps.
Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a classic appetizer. They’re a quick and easy choice for any holiday party or weekend get-together.
8 Diabetes-Friendly Burgers Under 200 Calories
Summer months often mean pulling out the grill to whip up a few burgers for the family. However, traditional beef burgers are often full of fat and calories that don’t fit well into a healthy eating style. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a good burger while managing your diabetes!
What’s in Season: Strawberries
One of the most popular berries in the world, strawberries are known for their heart shape and red color. Strawberries are usually available year-round but are most flavorful when they’re in season in February through May. While delicious by themselves, strawberries can be used in a wide variety of dishes—both sweet and savory. Nutritional Benefits of Strawberries One and one-quarter cups of whole strawberries contain 15 grams of carbohydrate and over three grams of gut-healthy fiber. They’re a good source of potassium, manganese, and vitamin C, which is great for the immune system and tissue
Turkey Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Fresh chili and baked sweet potatoes are a great combination! This recipe is easily customized to fit your flavor style. Add a dash of cayenne or pepper to take up the heat a level or two. Try topping your sweet potato with green onions or a dollop of plain non-fat Greek yogurt (instead of sour cream). The options are endless to make this recipe your way!
Slow Cooker Gluten Free Spinach Lasagna
This recipe is quick, delicious and makes a convenient meal the whole family will enjoy. This is a must try!
Top Ten Recipes for 2023
Check out the most popular recipes on Diabetes Food Hub in 2023. These top recipes have some heavy-hitting favorites, from breakfast options to quick and easy weeknight meals. Haven’t tried these recipes yet? Make one of your 2024 resolutions to try them all!