Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Shrimp Jambalaya
How to Make Shrimp Jambalaya This recipe featured in: 20 min prep time 10 min cook time 8servings 2/3 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp, onion, and bell pepper for about 5 minutes, until the shrimp is pink. Stir in […]
Shrimp Fajitas
How to Make Shrimp Fajitas Serve this dish with jicama sticks and fresh guacamole. If you’d like, you can make this colorful dish even more vibrant by using different color peppers or purple onion. 15 min prep time 15 min cook time 5servings 2 fajitas Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Coat a large non-stick skillet […]
Shrimp Creole and Cauliflower Grits
How to Make 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 […]
Shrimp Ceviche
How to Make Shrimp Ceviche This version of ceviche features savory shrimp, sweet pineapple, and hot chilis in a tangy lime marinade. Serve on top of cooked rice and peas or as a salsa over cooked fish. Or, serve with crackers as a snack or appetizer. 15 min prep time 6servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe […]
Sheet Pan Zucchini and Red Pepper “Stir-Fry”
How to Make Sheet Pan Zucchini and Red Pepper “Stir-Fry” This recipe looks and tastes like a stir-fry, but it is roasted in the oven instead of cooking it on the stovetop. Just toss everything together, lay it out on a sheet pan, and let it bake! It’s great as is, or you could add […]
Sheet Pan Teriyaki Salmon and Vegetables
How to Make Sheet Pan Teriyaki Salmon and Vegetables Wish to get an entire dinner for four on one sheet pan in less than one hour? Your wish has been granted with this sheet pan teriyaki salmon and vegetables! What’s even more amazing is all the nutrition you will get out of this meal. Salmon […]
Sheet Pan Salmon and Green Beans
How to Make Sheet Pan Salmon and Green Beans Here is a super simple weeknight dinner that’s ready under 30 minutes and only requires one dish! This recipe makes 2 servings, but it could easily be doubled or tripled to serve a family. If fresh green beans aren’t available, you could sub in frozen green […]
Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
How to Make Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus Here is a perfect weeknight dinner—it comes together in less than 30 minutes and cooks on one sheet pan for easy clean up. Salmon is packed with heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids; this recipe is a great way to add more fish to your meal plan. Enjoy this […]
Sheet Pan Roasted Turkey and Veggies
How to Make Sheet Pan Roasted Turkey and Veggies Dinner doesn’t get much easier than this! This whole meal comes together in one sheet pan and is ready in less than 30 minutes. It’s a perfect weeknight meal, and it’s low carb and loaded with veggies! Find this recipe and more in our cookbook Guilt-Free […]
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.