Diabetes-Friendly Recipes

Sep 19, 2017

Strawberry and Rhubarb Crisp

By ADW|2017-09-19T14:50:24-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Desserts, Diabetes Recipes, Fruit|0 Comments

Strawberry and Rhubarb Crisp Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup ground almonds
  • 1/4 cup Equal®Spoonful or 6 packets of Equal sweetner
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup stick butter or margarine, melted and cooled to room temperature

Strawberry and Rhubarb Crisp Directions

  1. Combine flour, almonds, 1/4 cup Equal®, brown sugar, […]
Sep 19, 2017

Spicy Party Mix

By ADW|2017-09-19T14:35:54-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Appetizers, Diabetes Recipes, Side Dishes|0 Comments

This spicy party mix should be stored in an air tight container.

Ingredients

  • 13 cups freshly popped popcorn
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granular
  • 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (less if you don’t like spicy heat)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups dry roasted salted peanuts
  • 1 1/2 cups whole almonds, toasted
  • 1 […]
Sep 19, 2017

Spiced Applesauce

By ADW|2017-09-19T13:50:17-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Diabetes Recipes, Fruit|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 pounds tart cooking apples (about 8 large), peeled, cored and chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup Equal® Spoonful or 24 packets of Equal sweetener
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Combine apples and water in large saucepan; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 to 25 minutes or until apples are tender.
  2. Mash […]
Sep 19, 2017

Spanish Omelet

By ADW|2017-09-19T13:45:41-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Breakfast, Diabetes Recipes|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 5 small potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable cooking spray
  • 1/2 medium onion, minced
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cup green/red peppers, sliced thin
  • 5 medium mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 whole eggs, beaten
  • 5 egg whites, beaten
  • Pepper and garlic salt with herbs, to taste
  • 3 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook potatoes in boiling […]
Sep 19, 2017

Smoked Tuna Melts

By ADW|2017-09-19T13:33:02-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Diabetes Recipes, Sandwiches, Seafood|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 1 pouch (5 ounces) hickory-smoked chunk light tuna or plain water packed tuna
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 2 whole wheat English muffins, split and lightly toasted
  • 4 large tomato slices
  • Coarse-ground black pepper
  • 4 slices (½ ounce each) part-skim mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Place tuna in a bowl and flake with a fork. Add green onion […]
Sep 19, 2017

Skillet Chicken Paella

By ADW|2017-09-19T12:05:06-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Diabetes Recipes, Poultry|0 Comments

To lower sodium content, use low-sodium chicken broth, no salt added tomatoes and lite-salt.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 1/4 cups fat-free chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground […]
Sep 19, 2017

Shrimp Vegetable Salsa Salad

By ADW|2017-09-19T11:53:22-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Diabetes Recipes, Salads, Seafood|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked fresh green beans
  • 2 cups chopped tomato
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 pound cooked peeled shrimp
  • 10 sliced pitted ripe olives
  • 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
  • 3/4 cup salsa
  • 2 tablespoon tarragon flavored vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients and stir well.

Food Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 lean meat.

Sep 19, 2017

Seafood Stew

By ADW|2017-09-19T11:42:56-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Diabetes Recipes, Seafood, Soups & Stews|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 10 oz. white wine
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 pound large shrimp, washed
  • 1 pound crayfish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 medium red pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 pound sea bass, cut into chunks
  • 1 pound small squid, […]
Sep 19, 2017

Sassy Sweet & Sour Dressing

By ADW|2017-09-19T11:32:18-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Diabetes Recipes, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
  • 1/3 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons Equal® for Recipes or 6 packet Equal®sweetener or ¼ cup Equal® Spoonful™
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Food Processor

Directions

  1. Process all ingredients in food processor or blender until smooth and well mixed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Variation: Substitute 1 tbsp […]
Sep 19, 2017

Roasted Dessert Pears

By ADW|2017-09-19T11:24:45-04:00Updated: September 19th, 2017|Desserts, Diabetes Recipes, Fruit|0 Comments

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe Bartlett pears, peeled, cored, and cut in half
  • 2 tablespoons SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 pint low-fat vanilla frozen yogurt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  2. Arrange pears cut side down in an 11 x 7 x 1-1/2″ baking dish. Combine […]
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