Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Instant Pot Cajun Chicken and Andouille Rice
How to Make Instant Pot Cajun Chicken and Andouille Rice 30 min prep time 45 min cook time 12servings 1 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Press the Saute button, then press the Adjust button to “More” or “High”. When the display says “Hot”, add the oil, tilt the pot to coat bottom lightly. Add […]
Instant Pot Pumpkin-Spiced Turkey Chili
How to Make Instant Pot Pumpkin-Spiced Turkey Chili If you hate having to clean multiple pans, this Instant Pot recipe is right for you. Balancing sweet and savory, this low-fat and high-fiber chili will keep you full and warm through the fall. Bring it to your next fall party and it’s sure to be a […]
Instant Pot Black and White Turkey Chili Soup
How to Make Instant Pot Black and White Turkey Chili Soup 35 min prep time 25 min cook time 9servings 1 1/4 cups Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Place the bread cubes and 3 Tbsp. of the water in a large bowl. Using a fork, mash the bread cube mixture to a paste-like consistency. Add […]
Ajiaco (English)
How to Make Ajiaco (English) There are many variations of ajiaco. This one uses fresh chard. 9servings 1 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Season with hot sauce and place egg slice in each bowl before serving. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in small skillet and brown onion. Add to stockpot, along with remaining ingredients except […]
Beef Fajitas
How to Make Beef Fajitas Use leftover steak from this Coffee-Rubbed Steak recipe for a super easy weeknight dinner! Or start with a 1-1/2 pound strip steak, cooked on the grill or stovetop to your desired doneness. 10 min prep time 10 min cook time 4servings 1 fajita Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Heat the oil […]
Coffee-Rubbed Steak
How to Make Coffee-Rubbed Steak Fragrant coffee and spices infuse the steak with a unique smoky, spicy flavor. Use half the steak for dinner tonight, and save the other half to make Beef Fajitas later in the week. While the steak is resting, add a little more oil to the pan that you cooked the […]
Korean BBQ-Inspired Baked Salmon
How to Make Korean BBQ-Inspired Baked Salmon The Korean BBQ-inspired sauce on this salmon has that ideal balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy. The sweetness comes naturally from fruit, not added sugars. You could also use this sauce on chicken: bake boneless, skinless chicken thighs without the sauce for 15 minutes, then brush on […]
Ramen-Style Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup
How to Make Ramen-Style Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup Try this Asian twist on classic chicken noodle soup next time you’re battling a cold! Use the breast meat from a store-bought rotisserie chicken to make this extra easy. For the noodles, you could use brown rice udon, soba, or whole-wheat spaghetti. Get creative and add whatever […]
Turkey Meatballs Arrabbiata
How to Make Turkey Meatballs Arrabbiata These super simple meatballs get a boost of flavor from jarred marinara sauce and pesto. You can serve them on a bed of zucchini noodles (“zoodles”) or whole wheat spaghetti. Or, go noodle-free and enjoy them with a leafy green salad on the side. Find this recipe and more […]
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.