Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Unstuffed Pepper Casserole
How to Make Unstuffed Pepper Casserole 15 min prep time 40 min cook time 6servings 1 square (4″ x 4″) Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add turkey and cook, stirring often, until crumbed and browned, 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a […]
Unstuffed Eggroll
How to Make Unstuffed Eggroll This quick and easy recipe features the familiar flavors of a Chinese takeout eggroll, but without the added grease from deep frying. This is a great low-carb entree on its own, or serve over a grain, like brown rice or quinoa, or over cauliflower rice. 5 min prep time 15 […]
Unstuffed Cabbage Soup
How to Make Unstuffed Cabbage Soup Do you love stuffed cabbage, but don’t have time to make it? This high-fiber soup is so easy and packs in all the flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage. 5 min prep time 25 min cook time 6servings 1 3/4 cups Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Heat the olive oil […]
Tzatziki and Vegetables
How to Make Tzatziki and Vegetables Traditional Mediterranean tzatziki sauce is perfect for dipping low-carb non-starchy vegetables. It can also be used as a topping on salads, sandwiches or wraps. 8 min prep time 16servings 2 Tbsps. Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: 12-24 hours before serving, line a strainer with a paper coffee filter or […]
Two-Bean Stew
How to Make Two-Bean Stew The Two-Bean Stew is a delightful blend of chickpeas and cannellini beans, enriched with a medley of vegetables such as onions, celery, carrots, and leeks. This stew is seasoned with garlic, white wine, and diced tomatoes, which infuse it with a rich, aromatic flavor, while fresh oregano adds a touch […]
Twice-Baked Spaghetti Squash
How to Make Twice-Baked Spaghetti Squash Trade the carbs of the pasta for vegetables with this easy and quick fall recipe. Spaghetti squash is easy and versatile. 15 min prep time 70 min cook time 8servings 1/4 of squash Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a sheet pan […]
Twice Baked Butternut Squash
How to Make Twice Baked Butternut Squash You can also make this same recipe with small sugar pumpkins or acorn squash instead of butternut squash. 10 min prep time 45 min cook time 4servings 1/4 squash Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking […]
Tuscan Vegetable Stew
How to Make Tuscan Vegetable Stew You don’t need to be a vegetarian to enjoy a hearty vegetable stew. This recipe is for all vegetable lovers. It’s similar to the iconic Tuscan stew Ribollita, but simpler, carb-friendlier, and herbier. The traditional chicken broth provides a richer, more savory taste than vegetable broth, but either is […]
Tuscan Spiedini With Fresh Herbs, Lemon, And Cracked Fennel Seeds
How to Make Tuscan Spiedini With Fresh Herbs, Lemon, And Cracked Fennel Seeds Classic in flavor and simplicity, these chicken sticks are wonderful served over orzo pasta, risotto, or a salad. Chef Steve Petusevsky loves them over an arugula salad sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Fennel seeds give the chicken a very aromatic quality and sweet […]
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.