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Air Fryer “Honey” BBQ Cauliflower Wings
These air-fryer “honey” BBQ cauliflower wings will be a hit at your next tailgate party! They have the flavor and crunch of traditional BBQ wings but contain fewer grams of fat and calories. While these cauliflower wings have the taste of honey, they have no added sugar since they’re sweetened with zero-calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener. If you don't have gluten-free flour, you can use the same amount of whole wheat flour instead.
Peach BBQ Chicken Breast
Getting tired of the same old foods at your summer BBQ? Switch it up with this peach BBQ chicken breast! The peach BBQ sauce gets its sweetness from both fresh peaches and zero-calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener. The peach sauce-topped chicken is paired with grilled peaches and baby arugula to make a complete, delicious dinner for a family of four.
Crab, Kale & Ricotta Lasagna Rolls with Parmesan Pumpkin Sauce
Pumpkin and Italian make a great combo in this delicious meal! Break out this dish when you want to impress friends and family with your culinary skills. We won’t tell them that this is actually a quick and easy meal that comes together in just 30 minutes!
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Meal Planning
How to Stretch Your Food Instead of coming up with and shopping for different recipes for every single meal over the course of a week, try planning two or three main ones , which will lead to other options throughout the week. For instance, you could roast a chicken (or, if it helps, buy one already cooked) for a meal. Serve it with cooked farro, roasted butternut squash, and a green salad. Make enough to have leftovers for day two and use whole wheat tortillas and make chicken tacos. Add some of the salad and your favorite salsa you have in the fridge. To make a salad, use the leftover salad
10 Must-Try Fall Recipes for Diabetes-Friendly Eating
Check out these 10 must-try fall recipes for diabetes-friendly eating. We’ve put together a delightful collection of seasonal dishes that'll warm your heart and support your health. As the leaves turn, these recipes offer a tasty way to enjoy the flavors of fall while keeping your diabetes management on track. Pumpkin Oatmeal There’s no better way to start a brisk fall morning than with this filling baked pumpkin oatmeal. With 10g of protein per serving, this nutritious dish is the perfect way to kickstart your morning and keep you fueled and satisfied. Apple Pie Yogurt Parfait This delightful
Shrimp Creole and Cauliflower Grits
In this twist to classic grits, corn is swapped out for cauliflower and white beans for a creamy alternative that pairs perfectly with the spice in the shrimp. You can swap out the chicken stock with a quick homemade stock using the shrimp shells. Consider buying Cajun seasoning (typically a mix of chili pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and herbs) to cut down on prep time—and it works as a great seasoning for vegetables. If purchasing, a salt-free Cajun seasoning is recommended. Watch how to make shrimp creole and cauliflower grits
5 Sneaky Ways to Eat More Veggies
Non-starchy vegetables are an especially large part of an eating plan for people with diabetes because they won’t impact your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels as much as starchy vegetables and fruits. But, what should you do if you are just not a fruit or veggie person? The answer: Get sneaky! Instead of going off the rails and returning to old habits, you can find easy ways to enjoy healthy food by sneaking it into the dishes you make. And, if you have kids, it’s a great way to introduce them into healthy eating—even if it’s a little stealthy. Here are five suggestions for sneaky healthy
Chicken & Apple-Sage Pan Sauce with Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Carrots & Turnip
A topping of sweet apple cooked with spicy maple syrup, piquant mustard, and woodsy sage transforms simply seared chicken into the perfect winter meal—complete with a robust, seasonal trio of roasted carrots, brussels sprouts, and turnip.
Smart Shopping: Staying Healthy While Staying Home
Related: Tips and Recipes for Staying Healthy While Staying Home While the pandemic isn't directly impacting our food supply, it is affecting our ability to shop for groceries and find what we need. Stay at home measures mean less trips to the grocery store, and more people stocking up on food means some foods may be harder to find on the shelves. Here's out list of pantry staples to keep your kitchen stocked, and what to look for keep meals diabetes-friendly. Frozen Foods Stock up on your favorite frozen vegetables! Good choices are: broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, edamame, green beans, etc
Instant Pot Contest Winners!
To make the recipes more diabetes friendly, Hughes added extra vegetables, chose lean proteins, and kept the sodium in check by using low sodium ingredients. Instead of relying on salt for flavor, she added lots of herbs and spices to create tasty, healthy dishes. Looking for more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes? Check out The Instant Pot Diabetes Cookbook and our Instant Pot recipe round up ! And the winner is... Hearty Chicken Italian Soup with Artichokes This winning soup boasts a wide variety of colorful vegetables. It's super easy to prepare in the Instant Pot, and budget-friendly