Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Skillet Caraway Cornbread
How to Make Skillet Caraway Cornbread NOTE: The bread may also be prepared in an 8-inch square baking pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. You won’t need the 2 tsp. vegetable oil. 15 min prep time 20 min cook time 16servings 1 wedge Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In […]
Sirloin Hoagies
How to Make Sirloin Hoagies This recipe is from The 4-Ingredient Diabetes Cookbook, 2nd edition, by Nancy S. Hughes. 12 min prep time 16 min cook time 4servings 1 hoagie Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Sprinkle 1/16 teaspoon salt and the pepper evenly over both sides of the steak. Place […]
Simply Spiced Shrimp
How to Make Simply Spiced Shrimp This recipe featured in: 5 min prep time 3 min cook time 4servings about 3 oz. Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: In a bowl, mix together the shrimp, garlic, paprika, and chili powder, tossing to coat. Add 1 tsp. of the olive oil and the lemon juice. Let […]
Simple Summer Cucumber and Tomato Salad
How to Make Simple Summer Cucumber and Tomato Salad Don’t let this simple salad fool you – it may be simple but it’s also incredibly refreshing and delicious. It makes the perfect side at a summer barbecue! 15 min prep time 4servings 1 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Cut each cucumber half in half […]
Simple Side Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
How to Make Simple Side Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette It’s always good to have a go-to side salad with the right vegetable portions and a salad dressing to pour over it. It takes out the guesswork out of meal prep when you’re in a rush, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your meal. […]
Simple Roasted Peppers
How to Make Simple Roasted Peppers Bell peppers are the star of the show in this simple but flavorful dish. Packed with vitamins, bell peppers are a colorful way for a person with diabetes to add a touch of sweetness to a meal. Learn how to roast peppers quickly and easily with this recipe. 10 […]
Simple Roasted Cauliflower
How to Make Simple Roasted Cauliflower 5 min prep time 25 min cook time 9servings 2/3 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat oven to 450° F. In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread seasoned cauliflower on a large baking sheet (use two sheets if they are crowded […]
Simple Brown Rice with Scallions
How to Make Simple Brown Rice with Scallions Boost brown rice with a flavorful blend of soy sauce and rice vinegar, plus scallions (or other herbs) for a pop of color and fresh flavor. 5 min prep time 40 min cook time 6servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: In a small bowl, whisk […]
Signature Skillet Supper
How to Make Signature Skillet Supper Barbara Seelig-Brown loves creating versatile recipes that you can tailor to your family’s preferences. Use this basic concept and vary the veggies and seasoning for a different taste each time you make this dish. This is also great because it’s a one-pot dish. Barbara also recommends trying it 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.