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Jamaican Pork Tenderloin Roast
One of the most pleasurable ways to eat lean meat is to pair it with fruit. Here, a small amount of tropical fruit juice goes a long way, adding unique flavor, succulence, and a boost of antioxidants. This roast is delightful paired with butternut squash, sweet potatoes, or dark leafy greens.
Smoky Chicken & Creamy Cilantro Sauce with Sweet Pepper & Zucchini Farro
For our quick spin on piri piri chicken— or Portuguese-style spiced, marinated chicken—we’re coating chicken with a blend of paprika, ground yellow mustard, and more, then topping it with a creamy cilantro sauce for cooling contrast. Can't find cilantro pesto? Make your own by finely chopping fresh cilantro and garlic, then add olive oil and lime juice.
Smoky Salmon & Shallot-Date Sauce with Roasted Vegetable & Kale Salad
In this hearty dish, seared salmon fillets are elevated by a coating of smoky spices (like paprika, ground yellow mustard, and more) and a savory-sweet pan sauce made with shallot, garlic, dates, and fresh lemon juice. Blue Apron believes meal time should be the best part of the day. That's why we're collaborating with the American Diabetes Association to serve up delicious, ready-to-cook meals packed with fresh produce, lean proteins and lots of flavorful options. All sent to your door.
Roasted Rainbow Carrots
Rainbow carrots are purple, yellow, white, and orange and can be found at many grocery stores. If you can't find rainbow carrots, regular orange carrots can be substituted. Roasting these carrots makes them a great finger food for kids!
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!"
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.
Watermelon Season: What You Need to Know
Watermelon is a tropical fruit that is believed to have originated in Africa, but it's now grown all over the world. It's a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes cucumbers, pumpkins, and squash. Watermelon has a thick green rind and a juicy, sweet flesh that's usually pink or red. It's a great source of hydration, as it contains over 90% water. Why Watermelon Is Good for You Watermelon is a great source of vitamins A and C, which are both important for maintaining healthy skin and immune function. It also contains lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that's been shown to reduce
How to Make Plant-Powered and Low-Carb Meals
Plant-based meals are packed with nutrients and minerals that are great for keeping the body powered. Even if you aren’t vegetarian or vegan, swapping a plant-based meal in one or twice a week could be beneficial. But how does that work with the Diabetes Plate ? The Diabetes Plate is a simple way to eat a lower carb, balanced meal. Created by the American Diabetes Association’s nutritional experts, this easy-to-follow method of meal planning and eating requires no measuring, weighing, or calculating. Using a 9-inch plate, fill half with non-starchy veggies. Then split the other half with ¼
Cashew Chicken with Bell Peppers
This lighter version of the Chinese take-out classic cooks up just as fast as ordering out. We use red, yellow, and green bell pepper for color, but you could use any variety of bell peppers. Serve by itself or over a side of brown rice or cauliflower rice for a low carb meal.
Pumpkin Chowder With Toasted Pepitas
Author Steven Petusevsky: "This chowder is rich and full of bold tropical flavor. You can leave it chunky as I do, or purée it if you like it smooth and creamy. Sometimes I substitute 1 cup of the vegetable broth or water for a cup of light coconut milk for a bit of extra richness." This recipe from The American Diabetes Association Vegetarian Cookbook , by Steven Petusevsky. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .