Diabetes-Friendly Recipes

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

Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito Bowl
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January 20, 2026

Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito Bowl

How to Make Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito Bowl This colorful and veggie-filled breakfast burrito bowl offers a twist on the classic by using whole grain quinoa instead of white rice as the base. This recipe can be used for breakfast, lunch, or dinner because it is an excellent source of fiber, a good source of protein, […]

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Vegetarian Baked Beans
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January 20, 2026

Vegetarian Baked Beans

How to Make Vegetarian Baked Beans You can make these baked beans with pinto beans if you prefer them over navy beans. 15 min prep time 6servings 1/3 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat an 8-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Set aside. Mix all the ingredients […]

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Vegetable Stew With Fresh Rosemary
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January 20, 2026

Vegetable Stew With Fresh Rosemary

How to Make Vegetable Stew With Fresh Rosemary This stew is like a farmers’ market in a bowl with its wide range of colorful, tender vegetables, including green asparagus and zucchini, orange carrots, and bright yellow summer squash. If you have a green thumb, feel free to create new combinations based on your garden’s bounty […]

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Vegetable Provencal Tart
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January 20, 2026

Vegetable Provencal Tart

How to Make Vegetable Provencal Tart Robyn Webb has a friend of who owns a cooking school in Arles, France, and each time Robyn visits, her friend makes her fabulous vegetable tart. Hers is a bit higher in fat, but Robyn trimmed it down a bit. All the flavor, but not all the fat. 30 […]

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Vegan Zuppa Toscana
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January 20, 2026

Vegan Zuppa Toscana

How to Make Vegan Zuppa Toscana 6servings About 2 Cups Soup Per Serving Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Remove soup from heat, add cashew cream to the pot and stir to combine. While the soup is cooking, cover the cashews with 1 cup of boiling water. Let sit for 15 minutes. Puree the cashews and […]

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Vegan Open-Face Sloppy Joes
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January 20, 2026

Vegan Open-Face Sloppy Joes

How to Make Vegan Open-Face Sloppy Joes Delight in the rich and savory flavors of these Vegan Meal Pattern Open-Face Sloppy Joes, made with a hearty mixture of plant-based protein, tomatoes, and a blend of smoky spices. Topped on a whole wheat bun and garnished with fresh veggies, this dish is both comforting and packed […]

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Vegan Cinnamon Apples
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January 20, 2026

Vegan Cinnamon Apples

How to Make Vegan Cinnamon Apples Look no further for the perfect apple recipe! Savor the simple magic of autumn in every bite with these tender apple slices bathed in a dairy-free, rich, spiced caramel sauce. The subtle sweetness of Splenda Stevia balances perfectly with the warm embrace of cinnamon and cloves, making this snack […]

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Valencian Seafood Paella
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January 20, 2026

Valencian Seafood Paella

How to Make Valencian Seafood Paella Paella is known as arroz en paella in its homeland of Spain. Original paella recipes consisted of rabbit, chicken, snails, and beans. The paella pans were rubbed in ash and cooked over orange wood. This “party in a pot” is said to be a descendant of Arabian kabsah, a […]

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Vaca Frita Beef
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January 20, 2026

Vaca Frita Beef

How to Make Vaca Frita Beef Vaca Frita, or “fried beef”, is a decadent Cuban dish of tender, crispy pan-fried beef. This healthier version features leans flank steak simmered for over an hour. Then the beef is shredded and pan-fried with just a little bit of cooking oil spray. Save the broth from the simmered […]

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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.