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Why Cook Dried Beans?
While canned beans are a popular choice, dried beans may be a better option for your lifestyle, wallet, and pantry. Why Choose Dried Beans over Canned Beans? Compared to canned beans, dried beans can be more cost effective and often have better taste and texture. Though, if you choose to purchase canned beans, aim to choose those with a “low sodium” or “no added salt” label. Where to Buy Dried Beans Beans can be found fresh, canned, and dried. Fresh beans are often found seasonally, while canned and dried varieties are offered year-round. Consider buying fresh dried beans over the dried
How to Make Indian Dishes Diabetes-Friendly
Rice Basmati rice is used often in Indian cooking for its aroma and fluffy texture. Some restaurants and grocery stores may offer brown basmati rice, which offers a little bit more fiber per serving than white basmati rice. Choosing brown over white rice will help keep your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels in your target range. The higher fiber content in brown basmati rice means slower digestion compared to white rice. This means a slower and steadier rise in blood glucose levels.. You can also consider swapping rice for riced cauliflower if it’s available at your grocery store. Riced
Strawberry Mascarpone Parfaits
Mascarpone is a soft Italian cream cheese. It is so creamy and smooth that only a small bit of it is needed to add depth and character to an otherwise ordinary recipe. These parfaits are healthy enough to be served with breakfast, or decadent enough for dessert, and they can be made in only a few minutes. Save this recipe for spring and summer, when strawberries are at their peak.
Grilled Steak Souvlaki
This is a great savory dish that will go well with some other grilled vegetables like eggplant or bell peppers. Try this simple recipe for grilled zucchini with feta cheese to complete your plate
Baked or Grilled Trout
This simple fish recipe is seasoned with salt-free lemon pepper and paprika for a low sodium, heart-healthy protein entree. If you like it spicy, you could also add a dash of cayenne pepper. This recipe calls for trout, but you could use the same seasoning and technique, grilling or baking, with your favorite fish fillet.
Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
You can substitute butternut squash for the sweet potatoes in this recipe if you’d like. This stew is excellent served over the Root Vegetable Cakes .
Mediterranean Chicken with Artichoke Topping
Liven up chicken breast with this mediterranean-inspired recipe that is bursting with flavors.
Cilantro Lime Quinoa
Quinoa has more protein than any other grain. It is gluten-free, contains 3 grams fiber per serving, and is a healthy alternative to any recipe that uses rice. Add a can of low-sodium black beans to boost the fiber and protein in this recipe.
Panzanella Salad
Panzanella is a traditional Italian salad made with stale bread. Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, olives, and chicken are added for a refreshing summer meal, with everything you need in one bowl. You could use a rotisserie chicken from the store, or leftover chicken from another recipe. Double Up: For a little heat, make a double batch of buffalo chicken from this recipe for Buffalo Chicken Legs with Blue Cheese Salad and use the leftovers for this panzanella salad.
Baby Artichokes with Herb Dressing
This popular Mediterranean side dish is enjoyed in late spring when baby artichokes are at their peak. In addition to their mellow, buttery flavor, fresh baby artichokes have a tender texture and elegant presentation. If you've never worked with fresh artichokes before, don't be intimidated. The steps to preparing them are simple, and after cooking them once, you'll be a pro. If baby artichokes are not in season, substitute reduced-sodium canned artichoke hearts or frozen ones. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To