Managing diabetes doesn’t mean giving up your favorite foods completely. There are plenty of foods like broccoli, nuts, raspberries, avocados, and black beans that are not only delicious, but are also full of fiber and healthy fats, which can help control your blood sugar levels.
We’ve put together a list of 15 tasty recipes that you can try if you want to keep your blood sugar in check.
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1. Protein Packed Breakfast Quinoa Bowl
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It may seem weird to eat quinoa in the morning, but it makes a great breakfast. This one Protein Packed Breakfast Quinoa Bowl by Jesse Lane Lee is a tasty vegan, gluten-free meal that will keep you feeling happy and full until lunchtime! The secret is in making the quinoa in non-dairy milk with delicious spices. Then it’s garnished with fruit and protein-rich seeds and nuts for extra strength. This quinoa breakfast bowl is the perfect way to start your morning!
2. Savory Mushroom Oats
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A hearty recipe perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This fleshy, Savory Mushroom Oats Meredith Youngson’s recipe is easy to make, uniquely delicious and low in fat. The perfect combination for a healthy, hot meal on a cold day.
3. Lemon Garlic Zoodles
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If your summer crop explodes with zucchini, this one Lemon Garlic Zoodles by Holly Bertone will become your favorite go-to recipe. The lemon and garlic make the flavor pop. This super healthy zucchini noodle recipe is Whole30, Paleo, and Vegan.
4. Spicy Power Bowl with Miso Lemon Dressing
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Spicy Power Bowl at its best. It is a beautiful and nutritious food bowl. The lemon miso dressing complements the umami and sweet flavors of the vegetables, taking this bowl from Teri Macovei to the next level of tasty and satisfying.
5. Chickpea Chorizo Tacos
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This hot and spicy chickpea chorizo is like soy, minus the soy! The chickpeas get their meaty “chorizo” flavor by crumbling them in a food processor with savory sun-dried tomatoes and cooked in a skillet with a hot and spicy sauce. load you Chickpea Chorizo Tacos by Stephanie McKinnie with lots of crunchy lettuce, vegan sour cream, vegan cheese, and some guac to balance out the heat.
6. Kimchi and Black Bean Tostadas
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When Lauren Lovatt first started traveling to expand her knowledge of food, she went to America and was particularly impressed by the South American influences. She was blown away by their high energy and vibrant flavors. This energy is completely in line with the Mind Food ethos. She created a take on brain-boosting black bean tostadas, a tangy dressing laced with pomegranate and CBD, all with a crunchy kimchi base with this one. Kimchi and Black Bean Tostadas†
7. Sesame Broccoli
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Broccoli is a very interesting vegetable. It has that thick texture and nutty flavor that is quite hard to find on other vegetables. On its own it might taste very basic, but with the right spices it can be great, and that’s exactly what this is sesame broccoli Raymund Macaala’s recipe reached!
8. Beluga Lentil Broccoli Salad
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Beluga Lentil Broccoli Salad is a protein-rich and fiber-rich dish that is perfect as a side dish or light meal. This recipe from Pavani Nandula takes about 30 minutes to make if you’ve planned and soaked the lentils overnight. Furthermore, it is very easy to make and you only need a few ingredients: broccoli, lentils, red onion, almonds and the homemade dressing! Black lentils are called Beluga lentils because they are very similar to caviar. The great thing about these lentils is that they keep their shape even after cooking. This lentil broccoli salad is so hearty and delicious – you’ll love it!
9. Adzuki and Pinto Bean Burger Patties
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Burger patties are typically made with potatoes in India called Aloo ki Tikki and served with chutneys, not burger buns. I tried bean burger patties with chutneys, it turned out to be super delicious! I love homemade beans, but you can also use canned beans. Soak the beans overnight, rinse and cook with fresh water in a slow cooker on high for 5-8 hours (depending on the quantity and type of beans) or in a pressure cooker for less than an hour. Soaking makes them easier to digest. Red kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas are good for making burger patties. Pinto and adzuki beans go well with this Adzuki and Pinto Bean Burger Patties by Renu Agrawal.
10. Mexican Inspired Pinto and Quinoa Veggie Burgers
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Learn how to make delicious Mexican Inspired Pinto and Quinoa Veggie Burgers that are packed with flavour, nutrients and protein. This pinto bean, mixed quinoa burger from Holly Jade served with homemade guacamole, fresh green jalapeños, tomato, lettuce, red onion and Mexican-spiced salsa, everything in a pitted bun is so delicious! They are super quick and easy to make and taste restaurant-worthy! These burgers are perfect for a healthy, filling lunch or dinner and are ideal for a BBQ or event.
11. Dirty Cauliflower Rice
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This one Dirty Cauliflower Rice Hannah Kaminsky’s recipe is an all-vegetable version of a Creole classic. The only meat you’ll find in this modern revamp is in the form of nut meat. Chopped walnuts add a hearty dose of protein and richness, complementing a bold palette of spices. Cauliflower stands in for rice, which makes the dish even lighter. Filled with aromatics and spices like onion, pepper, celery, garlic, chili powder, paprika and thyme, this hearty, flavorful dish makes a great healthy side for braised black beans or grilled vegan sausage.
12. Cream of Broccoli Soup
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If you absolutely love broccoli or love Broccoli Cheddar Soup, you will fall in love with this new vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup by Gabrielle St Claire.
13. Sunflower muesli
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This one sunflower muesli Crissy Cavanaugh’s recipe is about to become your new pantry. Combine it with almond milk or make overnight oats!
14. Baked Berries Oatmeal
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While traditional oatmeal comes together quickly, baked oatmeal is on a different level. This one Baked Berries Oatmeal by Jackie Sobon has the “set it and forget it” aspect that you will fall in love with!
15. Oven Baked Oatmeal for One
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This one Oven baked oatmeal for one by Christina Bedetta can be prepared just before baking or ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until baking. The slightly crispy top and creamy center formed during the baking process really takes oatmeal to a whole new level.
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