Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Turkey Meatball “Wonton” Soup with Bok Choy & Carrots
How to Make Turkey Meatball “Wonton” Soup with Bok Choy & Carrots A unique Asian fusion recipe, this soup is a flavorful and hearty combination of tender turkey meatballs, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This balanced and satisfying dish features a rich, savory broth and an array of vibrant ingredients, making it a delightful meal […]
Turkey Kebabs with Avocado & Tomato
How to Make Turkey Kebabs with Avocado & Tomato Author Barbara Seelig-Brown serves these colorful turkey kebabs with a homemade mango dipping sauce that’s a perfect partner. 10 min plus 20 min marinating time prep time 15 min cook time 9servings 2 kabobs Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Mix together the lime juice, salt, pepper, […]
Turkey Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
How to Make 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 […]
Turkey Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
How to Make Turkey Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers These spicy, creamy, bacon-wrapped treats are a sure crowd pleaser. 25 min prep time 30 min cook time 20servings 1 popper Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside. Add the peppers to […]
Turbot with Watercress and Zucchini
How to Make Turbot with Watercress and Zucchini This delicate fish is a surprising treat at the end of a long day. Turbot is found in salt waters of both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It is also known as flounder, brill, fluke, and plaice. It is a member of the flatfish family, which also […]
Tuna Salad with Chickpeas
How to Make Tuna Salad with Chickpeas This Tuna Salad with Chickpeas is full of flavor and crunch. It is made lighter by mixing fat-free plain yogurt and light mayonnaise – you’ll be surprised that you can’t taste the difference. 10 min prep time 7servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: In a small […]
Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomato Melts
How to Make Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomato Melts 10 min prep time 10 min cook time 4servings 1 large tomato Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to broil (500 degrees F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil (spritz with baking spray) and set aside Slice the tops off the […]
Tuna Salad Melt on Whole Grain English Muffin with Side Salad
How to Make Tuna Salad Melt on Whole Grain English Muffin with Side Salad 10 min prep time 4 min cook time 4servings 1 muffin, ½ cup tuna salad, 2 cups side salad Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, celery, carrots, garlic powder, and black […]
Tuna Salad Avocado Bowls
How to Make Tuna Salad Avocado Bowls Salmon or albacore tuna in pouches or cans is a super easy way to get one of your fish servings each week. Change up the tuna sandwich rut by whipping up a Mediterranean-style salmon/tuna salad to top an avocado bowl! This low carb, high fiber recipe is perfect […]
Diabetes-Friendly Cooking Tips
Choose Low Glycemic Index Ingredients
Opt for ingredients that have a low glycemic index to help maintain stable blood sugar levels. These include whole grains, legumes, and most non-starchy vegetables.
Measure Carbohydrates Carefully
Use measuring cups and food scales to accurately track carbohydrate content in your recipes, which is essential for proper insulin dosing and blood sugar management.
Incorporate Healthy Fats
Include sources of healthy fats like avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil, which can help slow the absorption of glucose and improve insulin sensitivity.