Right now farmers market produce is the ideal base for healthy, satisfying, AND diabetic-friendly meals. Low-carb is the name of the game, so we like to rely on lean meats, fresh fishlow-starch veggies, and the natural sweetness of fruit to keep our menu lively. Remember: The grill is your friend, adding big flavor to all sorts of ingredients without needing extra oil, salt, or sugar. Read on for the diabetic-friendly recipe inspo.
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Snapper
The American Diabetes Association recommends eating fish at least twice a week, and this luscious snapper recipe is one you’ll want to devour again and again. Flavored with citrus, capers, and za’atar and topped with low-fat Greek yogurt, it’s an elegant meal no matter what diet you’re sticking to. (via Of hummus)
Cucumber Tomato Salad With Chickpeas and Feta
For a salad that will fill you up, add fiber-rich chickpeas to the mix. Combined with low-fat feta and ripe cherry tomatoes, you have a refreshing meal that tastes good and will make you feel A+ too. (via Kalyn’s Kitchen)
Cherry Balsamic Grilled Pork Tenderloin
This dish gets its subtle sweetness naturally from aged balsamic vinegar and pureed cherries. There’s a healthy dose of antioxidants from the dark stone fruit, which pairs well with lean, juicy pork tenderloin. (via Give It Some Thyme)
Chilled Avocado Zucchini Soup
Lush avocado lends body and richness to this plant-based soup. Serve as a summery starter at your next dinner party. (via Simply Quinoa)
Keto Lasagna Roll-Ups
You won’t miss the noodles one bit with these lasagna roll-ups that are stuffed with ricotta, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan and covered in sugar-free marinara. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Low-Carb Cauliflower Rice
Searching for a low-starch side dish can feel like an uphill battle. Luckily, with this recipe for low-carb cauliflower rice under your belt, you’ll never be left wondering how to complete your meal. (viaSweet Peas and Saffron)
Homemade Chimichurri Sauce
Just a little bit of this bright green sauce goes a long way. With a heart-healthy olive oil base, chimichurri will liven up lean grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, and tofu all season long. You can even use it as a salad dressing. (via The Cookie Rookie)
Grilled Chicken Kebabs With Pistachio Gremolata
Yogurt-marinated chicken stays juicy on the grill, even when you crank the heat to get those gorgeous grill marks. And pistachio, parsley, and lavender gremolata is what will keep you going back for another bite. Just make sure to use low-fat yogurt and reduce the amount of olive oil to suit your dietary regimen if needed. (via Hello Glow)
“Animal-Style” In-N-Out Burger
Lose the bun in favor of some greens, add fresh seasonal tomatoes and our tangy 100 percent Whole30/paleo special sauce, and you have the savory mustard-grilled beef patties you know and love from fast food fave In-N-Out. The slow-cooked onions add natural sweetness thanks to a slow simmer in coconut oil. (via Brit + Co)
Whole30 Chicken and Avocado Salad
The blogger behind North South BlondeMichelle Nemis, created her Blackened Chicken & Avocado Saladto change salad’s reputation as sad diet food. “Salads tend to get boring quickly, especially when you are trying to stay on a healthy regime,” she explains to Brit + Co. “I wanted to make something that had big and bold flavors.” (via Brit + Co)
Grilled Salmon in Foil
Fish is healthy and scrumptious, but cooking it isn’t always in your olfactory best interests. Instead, try cooking it on the grill. A foil packet ensures your salmon stays moist. (via The Roasted Root)
Italian Pesto Zoodle Salad
When you have a noodle craving that can’t be tamed, whip out your spiralizer and get ready to enjoy this satisfying meal. Three-ingredient pesto vinaigrette coats each bite of fresh zoodles, roasted peppers, olives, and artichoke hearts. (via Sunkissed Kitchen)
Thai Cauliflower Rice Salad
Cauliflower rice and shredded carrots make up the base of this salad. It’s a welcome departure from plain old lettuce, and the avocado dressing on top makes it taste positively indulgent. (via Cotter Crunch)
Tuna Tartars
A fusion of tuna tartare and poke, this cool appetizer is just what you’ll want to serve on hot summer nights, along with an ice-cold glass of sparkling water, of course. (via Simmer + Sauce)
Whole Roasted Fish
Is there anything more striking than a platter of whole-roasted fish served with lemon and herbs? It’s a surprisingly easy recipe to master, but no one will guess when you bring it to the table. (via Gimme Some Oven)
Balsamic Chicken and Tomatoes
A one-pan dinner that cooks up in 30 minutes and features the foolproof combo of tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and chicken. (via Culinary Hill)
Spicy Dill Dip
If you struggle to get your daily intake of veggies, a creamy dip is your best friend. The key is using low-fat Greek yogurt and sour cream so you stay within your dietary guidelines. And when you add plenty of herbs and a diced jalapeño for flavor, you won’t miss the fat. Slice up your favorite veggies and dunk away. (via Spend With Pennies)
Skillet Balsamic Peach Pork Chops With Basil and Feta
Pull this one-pan dinner off in a half-hour. It features in-season peaches, basil, and oregano. (via Half-Baked Harvest)
Oven-Baked Cod
This sheet-pan dinner can be whipped up in 20 minutes and makes the most of peak season tomatoes and green beans. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Pesto Cheese Zucchini Ravioli
Ribbons of zucchini or summer squash stuffed with cheese make low-carb ravioli, while burst cherry tomatoes double as sauce. (via Half-Baked Harvest)
Low-Carb Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Finding diabetic-friendly dessert recipes can be a challenge, but this tangy-sweet dessert fits the bill. Almond meal is used instead of flour, and the cupcakes are sweetened with Swerve to keep things low-sugar and low-carb. (via All Day I Dream About Food)
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This article has been updated from a previous post.
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