Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Broccoli and Apple Salad
How to Make Broccoli and Apple Salad This kidney-friendly recipe is a kid favorite. Dice, chop, and stir—that’s all you need to create broccoli and apple salad. This healthy recipe is low in sodium and high in flavor. Caution: this recipe contains walnuts. 10 min prep time 8servings 3/4 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: […]
Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
How to Make Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce This recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also kidney-friendly. Try a variety of dipping sauces, such as barbecue sauce, curry sauce, fruit spreads, or low-sodium salad dressing. 10 min prep time 15 min cook time 12servings 3 nuggets, 1 tbsp sauce Print Recipe > […]
Colorful Pasta Salad
How to Make Colorful Pasta Salad Who wants to eat an ordinary pasta salad? This colorful pasta salad recipe pairs colorful vegetables with pasta and is a perfect addition to any kidney diet. 10 min prep time 5 min cook time 6servings 1/2 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Chop bell peppers, red onion, and […]
Green Pesto Pasta
How to Make Green Pesto Pasta Say goodbye to plain pasta and add a touch of green with this Green Pesto Pasta recipe. With a touch of parmesan cheese and olive oil, this easy low-sodium dish is sure to become a dinner favorite. 5 min prep time 15 min cook time 4servings 3/4 cup Print […]
Pesto Chicken with Vegetables and Spaghetti
How to Make Pesto Chicken with Vegetables and Spaghetti 10 min prep time 20 min cook time 4servings 3 oz. chicken, 1 cup spaghetti, ½ cup vegetables sauce & 1 ¾ tsp parmesan cheese Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray with […]
Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole
How to Make Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole Strawberry cream cheese French toast casserole is the perfect kidney-friendly dish to serve at your next breakfast or brunch. This make-ahead casserole will feed a crowd. 25 min prep time 10 hr cook time 12servings 1 piece Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: In a large bowl, […]
Kale Parmesan Pesto Rigatoni
How to Make Kale Parmesan Pesto Rigatoni 10 min prep time 15 min cook time 12servings 1 cup Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. While the pasta is cooking, place kale, lemon juice, pepper, salt, parmesan cheese, garlic, and walnuts in a food processor. With the processor running, pour […]
Unstuffed Pepper Casserole
How to Make Unstuffed Pepper Casserole 15 min prep time 40 min cook time 6servings 1 square (4″ x 4″) Print Recipe > Step-By-Step Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add turkey and cook, stirring often, until crumbed and browned, 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a […]
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 […]
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.