Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Roasted Green Beans in Champagne Vinaigrette
How to Make Roasted Green Beans in Champagne Vinaigrette Impress guests by whipping up this simple yet elegant side dish to go with any chicken, fish or beef entree. This vegetable side is perfect to pair with a fancy Surf and Turf meal. 15 min prep time 25 min cook time 6servings 3/4 cup Print […]
Roasted Greek Eggplant with Feta
How to Make Roasted Greek Eggplant with Feta Sides shouldn’t be thought of as afterthoughts. They deserve as much culinary love and attention as entrées. If you’re looking for a side dish that’ll impress, this roasted eggplant recipe is it. The finishing touches of fresh herbs, feta, and lemon zest make this side more like […]
Roasted Fall Vegetables
How to Make Roasted Fall Vegetables So easy—just three steps from start to finish. Roasting wakes up the sweetest flavors in these veggies. 10 min prep time 25 min cook time 11servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with the cooking spray. In […]
Roasted Cod With Tomatoes, Zucchini, And Olives
How to Make Roasted Cod With Tomatoes, Zucchini, And Olives 4servings 1 cod fillet + 1/2 cup of vegetables Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place tomatoes, zucchini, and onion in a large baking dish, and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil, and roast for about 20 minutes or […]
Roasted Chicken with Vegetables and Cranberries
How to Make Roasted Chicken with Vegetables and Cranberries This healthy, diabetes-friendly dish comes together in one pot and makes for a delicious weeknight meal. This recipe, made with fresh tangy cranberries and other vegetables, is low in carbs but high in vitamins, nutrients, and flavor. 10 min prep time 20 min cook time 4servings […]
Roasted Chicken and Arugula Salad
How to Make Roasted Chicken and Arugula Salad Try this budget-friendly dish for lunch or dinner this week. To minimize prep time, cook the chicken and make the dressing ahead of time. 15 min prep time 30 min cook time 4servings 2 1/2 cups Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees […]
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Rosemary & Garlic
How to Make Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Rosemary & Garlic Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Rosemary & Garlic served on toast is a simple and flavorful dish that makes for a delicious diabetes-friendly appetizer. This is an easy recipe that features the bright colors and flavors of roasted tomatoes with fresh rosemary and fragrant garlic. 5 […]
Roasted Cauliflower, Onions, And Sweet Potatoes
How to Make Roasted Cauliflower, Onions, And Sweet Potatoes 4servings 3/4 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place the cauliflower, potatoes, and onion on large foil-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with the oil and toss gently until well coated. Arrange vegetables in a single layer and bake 10 minutes. Stir and bake […]
Roasted Cauliflower
How to Make Roasted Cauliflower Not a big veggie fan? Try roasting your vegetables. Roasting vegetables is one of the easiest and tastiest ways to prepare them. 10 min prep time 20 min cook time 6servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with […]
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.