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Meal Planning for a Mediterranean-Style Eating Pattern

Amy Riolo is author of The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook .You can order a copy of the new edition directly from the American Diabetes Association by clicking here . Getting Started with Meal Planning When planning a Mediterranean menu, it’s important to consider the season, region, occasion, and personal traditions. According to the Mediterranean-style eating pattern , the largest portion of our daily diet should come from plant-based foods, with vegetables topping the list. Vegetables are at their peak flavor (and often cheaper) when they are in season and locally grown. As you start

2-for-1 Meals: Making the most out of leftovers

Smoky Chicken Dinner + Hearty Chicken Salad Double the chicken in this recipe for Smoky Pan Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Beans . Use the leftover chicken for this hearty Smoky Chicken and Three Bean Salad recipe for a quick lunch or dinner later in the week. Coffee-Rubbed Steak Dinner + Beef Fajitas Prepare a double batch of Coffee-Rubbed Steak . While the steak is resting, sauté a side of vegetables like bell pepper, squash, or green beans for dinner one night. Save the leftover steak to make Beef Fajitas later in the week. Marinated Chicken Dinner + Stuffed Chicken Pitas Make a double

Easy Beef Chili

This diabetes-friendly dish is filled with lean beef—which provides 10 essential nutrients, including protein and iron—and beans, which provide fiber and more protein. It’s a warming, nutritious meal you can feel good about serving to your entire family. Complete your plate: Top the chili with a dollop of Greek yogurt and Almost Smooth Salsa . Add a veggie-rich side dish, like this Kale Apple Slaw .

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

Southern Broccoli Salad

This refreshing broccoli salad pairs well with any barbecued chicken, grilled fish or pork chops.

Summer Fruit Smoothie

Take advantage of fresh summer fruit to whip up a refreshing smoothie! Or, use frozen fruit to enjoy summer flavors any time of year.

Papaya Lassi

This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook , by May Abraham Fridel.

Summer Crab Salad

This simple but elegant lunch is a nice break from a boring sandwich. Feel free to add red peppers if you want some added color and crunch.