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

Tuna Kebabs
How to Make Tuna Kebabs When you’re looking to cook out, try fresh tuna flavored with an Asian-style marinade and skewered with bell peppers, tender squash, crunchy red onion, and succulent tomatoes and pineapple. 15 min plus 1 hr marinating time prep time 9 min cook time 6servings 1 kebab Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: […]

Tuna Ceviche
How to Make Tuna Ceviche Ceviche is a latin dish traditionally made with raw fish marinated and cured in citrus juices. This budget-friendly version uses canned tuna, but delivers the same fresh and zesty flavor. The ceviche pairs great with saltine crackers, but you could use any favorite cracker or eat it by itself for […]

Tropical Smoothie Bowl
How to Make Tropical Smoothie Bowl Want the taste of an island vacation for breakfast? Get it with this tropical smoothie bowl! The base of this smoothie bowl is a Splenda® Strawberry Banana Diabetes Care Shake , which provides flavor, plus protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals for a nutritious start to your day. […]

Tropical Kale Quinoa Salad
How to Make Tropical Kale Quinoa Salad This is a great side for those who like a little sweet in an otherwise savory dish. You can make this dish ahead of time and serve it warm or cold. 15 min prep time 20 min cook time 4servings 3/4 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Combine […]

Triple Citrus Vinaigrette
How to Make Triple Citrus Vinaigrette This zesty citrus vinaigrette is perfect for summer salads, marinated vegetables, or any protein. Serve with Grilled Chicken Salad with Candied Pecans. 10 min prep time 16servings 1 tablespoon Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into a bowl, cover, […]

Trinidadian Curry Vegetables
How to Make Trinidadian Curry Vegetables Spicy, zesty, and full of intense palate-pleasing taste and aroma, this tropical stew will please everyone. Make a double batch and enjoy it all week. 20 min prep time 24 min cook time 4servings 1/4 recipe Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Heat oil over medium heat in a large […]

Traditional Lump Crab Cakes
How to Make Traditional Lump Crab Cakes For delicious, fresh crab cakes, look no further than your own kitchen. Be sure to splurge on jumbo lump crabmeat. This crab cake is all about the crab and has just enough breading and mayo to bind it together. Refrigerating for a half hour is really what keeps […]

Tomato and Peach Salad
How to Make Tomato and Peach Salad This salad is perfect for late summer when peaches and tomatoes are at their peak. 15 min prep time 8servings about 1 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the peaches, tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, and gently toss. In a small bowl […]

Tomato & Sweet Onion Stovetop Okra
How to Make Tomato & Sweet Onion Stovetop Okra Quick, easy, and comforting—this stovetop okra tastes like it’s been stewed for hours , but it’s actually ready in less than 15 minutes! Canned tomatoes with green chiles add flavor and spice, but you could use regular canned diced tomatoes as well. Use frozen okra, sliced […]
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.