Diabetes-Friendly Recipes

Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.

Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich
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January 20, 2026

Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich

How to Make Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich 15 min prep time 30 min cook time 4servings 1 sandwich Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and poppy seeds together in a medium bowl. Add chicken, strawberries, celery, green onions. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Dinner Lunch Main […]

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Strawberry Banana “Ice Cream”
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January 20, 2026

Strawberry Banana “Ice Cream”

How to Make Strawberry Banana “Ice Cream” Frozen bananas are the surprising base for this creamy, soft-serve “ice cream.” It’s dairy-free and vegan, low in saturated fat, made with no added sugars, and still totally delicious! Perfect for when you are craving dessert. You could use fresh or frozen strawberries. If using frozen, let them […]

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Strawberries With Balsamic Glaze, Black Pepper, and Tarragon
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January 20, 2026

Strawberries With Balsamic Glaze, Black Pepper, and Tarragon

How to Make Strawberries With Balsamic Glaze, Black Pepper, and Tarragon Balsamic vinegar and black pepper may seem like odd additions to strawberries, but your taste buds will be delighted! The acidity of balsamic glaze, which is just concentrated balsamic vinegar, brings out the sweetness of the strawberries, while the black pepper adds a touch […]

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Steak and Portobello Sandwich
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January 20, 2026

Steak and Portobello Sandwich

How to Make Steak and Portobello Sandwich Meaty portobello mushrooms and a warm balsamic vinegar dipping sauce make this steak sandwich a real treat. Buy whole portobello mushrooms and slice them after they’re cooked. Double Up: Cook some extra steak while you are making this recipe, and save the leftovers for Mediterranean Steak with Minted Couscous later […]

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Spring Vegetable Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette
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January 20, 2026

Spring Vegetable Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette

How to Make Spring Vegetable Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette This quick salad is a tasty and convenient way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. It tastes best at room temperature, making it perfect for buffets and picnics. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the […]

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Spinach and Turkey Meatballs
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January 20, 2026

Spinach and Turkey Meatballs

How to Make Spinach and Turkey Meatballs Serve up these tender meatballs for a fun twist on Italian night! Serve over zucchini noodles for a lower carb dish. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.  20 min prep time 20 min […]

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Spinach and Sweet Potato Curry (Saag Aloo)
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January 20, 2026

Spinach and Sweet Potato Curry (Saag Aloo)

How to Make Spinach and Sweet Potato Curry (Saag Aloo) This recipe for a spiced Indian spinach dish replaces the regular potatoes with sweet potatoes for a delicious and healthful new take on curry. 15 min prep time 15 min cook time 6servings 3/4 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Add sweet potatoes and 1/2 […]

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Spinach and Pine Nut Quinoa
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January 20, 2026

Spinach and Pine Nut Quinoa

How to Make Spinach and Pine Nut Quinoa Make this recipe the same week you make the Spinach Pesto Halibut since it uses a lot of the same ingredients. This nutrition-packed side dish would go great with fish, chicken or pork. 15 min prep time 6servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Cook quinoa […]

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Spinach and Orange Salad
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January 20, 2026

Spinach and Orange Salad

How to Make Spinach and Orange Salad This fresh salad will taste perfect any time of the year, but may be especially welcome in the fall or winter, when citrus is more plentiful and other produce is in short supply. 15 min prep time 2servings 1 cup salad with 2 tablespoons dressing Print Recipe > […]

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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.