Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious, nutritious recipes designed to help manage blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds.
Chicken Curry
How to Make Chicken Curry The warm and rich flavor of curry transforms chicken breasts into an exceptional main dish. The chicken and vegetables simmer in your slow cooker or use your electric pressure cooker for an easy main dish, then serve it on hot cooked rice. The various toppings on curry means you can […]
Blueberry Almond Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
How to Make Blueberry Almond Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps Liven up that lunch bag and grab a boost of blue. You’ll be so happy you did when you bite into these creamy blueberry almond chicken salad lettuce wraps. Crispy, flavorful goodness that also fits into a diabetes friendly eating plan. Instead of mayonnaise, these wraps […]
Big Skillet Breakfast
How to Make Big Skillet Breakfast This sauté of fresh vegetables adds flavor and nutrition to breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Not sure what to do with left over veggies? Substitute leftovers for the vegetables in this recipe and enjoy. 10 min prep time 30 min cook time 4servings 1 wedge Print Recipe > Step-By-Step […]
Japanese Chicken and Spinach Rice Bowls
How to Make Japanese Chicken and Spinach Rice Bowls Grain, protein, and vegetable bowls are popular now, and once you taste this one, you will understand why. It is a nourishing bowl that combines the comfort of chicken soup with the color and flavor of fresh vegetables. You can also customize the bowl to suit […]
Lemon-Garlic Tenderloin with Warm Sorghum Salad
How to Make Lemon-Garlic Tenderloin with Warm Sorghum Salad The National Pork Board, USA Pulses and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program have teamed up to bring you this Powerful Pairings recipe and is a proud supporter of the American Diabetes Association and Diabetes Food Hub. 25 min prep time 70 min cook time 6servings 2 […]
Red Lentil Hummus
How to Make Red Lentil Hummus The National Pork Board, USA Pulses and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program have teamed up to bring you this Powerful Pairings recipe and is a proud supporter of the American Diabetes Association and Diabetes Food Hub. 20 min prep time 30 min cook time 8servings 2 tbsp Print Recipe […]
Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Pork Skewers
How to Make Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Pork Skewers The National Pork Board, USA Pulses and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program have teamed up to bring you this Powerful Pairings recipe and is a proud supporter of the American Diabetes Association and Diabetes Food Hub. 45 min (2 hr marinating time) prep time 75 min […]
Sorghum Split Pea Soup
How to Make Sorghum Split Pea Soup The National Pork Board, USA Pulses and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program have teamed up to bring you this Powerful Pairings recipe and is a proud supporter of the American Diabetes Association and Diabetes Food Hub. 20 min prep time 60 min cook time 6servings 1/4 cup Print […]
Zuppa Toscana with Cauliflower and Kale
How to Make Zuppa Toscana with Cauliflower and Kale This classic Italian soup is traditionally made with leafy greens, white beans, and potatoes in a savory broth with a little bit of spice. To make a low carb version, we replaced the white beans and potatoes with fresh cauliflower. Greek yogurt adds creaminess to the […]
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.