Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Sausage and Fresh Basil Fast Frittata
How to Make Sausage and Fresh Basil Fast Frittata Frittatas are great breakfast options that can be cooked in bulk so that you can make several servings and spread them out throughout the week. 10 min prep time 5 min cook time 4servings 1/4 frittata wedge Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Heat the oil in […]
Sausage, Bean and Quinoa Soup
How to Make Sausage, Bean and Quinoa Soup This hearty soup is a play on red beans and rice made with the whole grain quinoa. 15 min prep time 30 min cook time 8servings 1 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Add oil to a large soup pot or Dutch oven and heat over medium-high. […]
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
How to Make Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms Stuffed mushrooms are always a hit at cocktail parties. Try this recipe out for your next get together! 20 min prep time 14 min cook time 6servings 3 mushrooms Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove stems from mushrooms and finely chop stems. Mix 2 Tbsps. […]
Satay Zucchini Noodles
How to Make Satay Zucchini Noodles Zucchini acts like noodles to make this main dish fresh and filling. But it’s the flavors, textures, and beauty that’ll bring you back to this recipe again and again. Use one zucchini and one yellow summer squash for the best looking results. Make it with steak, and it’s a […]
Sancocho de la Costa
How to Make Sancocho de la Costa Esta variación de sancocho utiliza pescado en vez de carne. 15 min prep time 45 min cook time 8servings 1 taza Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Caliente el aceite en una cacerola grande y sofría 1/2 cebolla, ajo, pimiento, y 1 cucharada cilantro por 3–4 minutos. Añada el […]
Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning
How to Make Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning Store-bought cajun seasoning can contain over 1000mg of salt per teaspoon! This salt-free blend provides the same cajun flavors, but you can control how much salt goes in the final dish. You could used this seasoning on chicken, fish, or other seafood, sprinkled on steamed or roasted vegetables, or […]
Salmon with Pea Puree
How to Make Salmon with Pea Puree Pink salmon is doled out on a gorgeous green bed of pea puree in this elegant dish. If you are preparing the dish for a party, you can make the fish and the pea puree a day ahead of time and reheat them before serving. Find this recipe […]
Salmon and Asparagus Gremolata
How to Make Salmon and Asparagus Gremolata Parchment paper packets are a simple and elegant way to steam fish along with vegetables and seasonings. If you don’t have parchment paper, you could use aluminum foil instead. Make extra gremolata and use it to add zest to steamed vegetables or baked chicken another night. 15 min […]
Salmon and Arugula Wraps
How to Make Salmon and Arugula Wraps These wraps make for a light and tasty appetizer. You can also make them with leftover grilled or baked salmon. 5 min prep time 8servings ½ wrap (4 rounds) Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Combine the cream cheese and lemon zest in a small bowl. Add the arugula […]
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.