Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Mini Chocolate Toffee-Topped Cupcakes
April 9, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Almonds, baking, Cooking, Creamy Peanut Butter, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Egg Substitute, Fat Free Whipped Topping, Food, Mini Chocolate Toffee-Topped Cupcakes, Mini Semisweet Chocolate Chips, recipes, Sugar Free Butter Toffee Candy, Sugar Free Chocolate Cake Mix
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the week is – Mini Chocolate Toffee-Topped Cupcakes. These are made using a package of Sugar Free Chocolate Cake Mix, Water, Egg Substitute, Canola Oil, Creamy Peanut Butter, Fat Free Whipped Topping, Almonds, Sugar Free Butter Toffee Candy, and Mini Semisweet Chocolate Chips. The Cupcakes are 132 calories and 19 carbs per serving. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Mini Chocolate Toffee-Topped Cupcakes
Looking for a treat to enjoy with your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day? These delicate homemade cupcakes are bound to delight! Sure to satisfy even the most discriminating chocoholic, they 
feature a moist cocoa base capped with crunchy almonds and butter toffee pieces.
Ingredients
1 package (about 16 ounces) sugar-free chocolate cake mix
1 cup water
3/4 cup cholesterol-free egg substitute
1/3 cup canola oil
2 tablesoons natural creamy peanut butter
1/2 (8-ounce) container thawed frozen fat-free whipped topping
1 ounce slivered almonds, toasted*
12 sugar-free butter-toffee hard candies, lightly crushed**
1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
Yield: 48 mini cupcakes
Serving size: 2 mini cupcakes
1- Preheat oven to 325°F. Spray 48 mini (1 3/4-inch) muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray.
2 – Combine cake mix, water, egg substitute, and oil in large bowl; beat with electric mixer at low speed 30 seconds or until moistened. Beat at medium speed 2 minutes. Spoon heaping tablespoon batter into each prepared muffin cup.
3 – Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
4 – Meanwhile, microwave peanut butter in small microwavable bowl on HIGH 20 to 30 seconds or until slightly melted. Place whipped topping in medium bowl. Fold peanut butter into whipped topping until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Combine almonds, crushed candies and chocolate chips in small bowl; set aside.
5 – Top each cupcake evenly with whipped topping mixture and chocolate chip mixture.
*Note: To toast almonds, spread in single layer on baking sheet. Bake in preheated 350°F oven 8 to 10 minute or until golden brown, stirring frequently
**Note: To crush candy, place in a sealed plastic bag. Use rolling pin or meat mallet to crush candies.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 132 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 172 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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RIBEYE ROAST WITH DIJON CRUST AND ROASTED GREEN BEANS
April 4, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a commentTags: baking, Beef Ribeye Roast, Cooking, Croutons, Diabetes, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Dijon Mustard, Easter, Food, GREEN BEANS, Olive oil, recipes, RIBEYE ROAST WITH DIJON CRUST AND ROASTED GREEN BEANS, Roasting
I’ve come across the perfect meal for your Easter Dinner, RIBEYE ROAST WITH DIJON CRUST AND ROASTED GREEN BEANS. To make this Delicious Dish you’ll need a Beef Ribeye Roast, Dijon Mustard, Croutons, Green Beans, and Olive Oil. An Easter Dinner to remember! You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Diabetic Friendly Recipes at the Diabetic Gourmet website, so be sure to check it out! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://diabeticgourmet.com/
RIBEYE ROAST WITH DIJON CRUST AND ROASTED GREEN BEANS
Ingredients
1 well-trimmed beef ribeye roast, small end (4 to 6 pounds)
1/2 cup Dijon-style mustard
2-1/3 cups cheese and garlic or Caesar croutons, finely crushed (about 1-1/4 cups crumbs), divided
1-1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
1 – Heat oven to 350F. Spread mustard evenly over all surfaces of beef roast. Press 1 cup crouton crumbs evenly onto roast over mustard.
2 – Place roast, fat side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of beef, not resting in fat. Do not add water or cover. Roast in 350F oven 1-3/4 to 2 hours for medium rare; 2 to 2-1/2 hours for medium doneness.
3 – Meanwhile toss green beans with oil on metal baking sheet. Add remaining 1/4 cup crouton crumbs; toss to coat. Roast in 350F oven with beef roast 30 minutes.
4 – Remove roast when meat thermometer registers 135F for medium rare; 150F for medium. Increase oven temperature to 450F; continue roasting green beans 10 to 20 minutes or until tender and starting to brown.
5 – Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes. (Temperature will continue to rise about 10F to reach 145F for medium rare; 160F for medium.)
6 – Carve roast into slices. Season beef and green beans with salt and pepper, as desired.
Recipe Yield: 6 to 8 servings
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 463
Fat: 19 grams
Saturated Fat: 5 grams
Fiber: 0.5 grams
Sodium: 783 milligrams
Cholesterol: 129 milligrams
Protein: 54 grams
Carbohydrates: 15 grams
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Banana Peanut Butter Bread
April 2, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a commentTags: All-Purpose Flour, and Unsalted Peanuts. 2 of my favorites, baking, Baking powder, Baking Soda, Banana Peanut Butter Bread, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Eggs, Food, Peanut Butter Bananas, recipes, Reduced Fat Peanut Butter, Ripe Bananas, Sugar, Vegetable Oil
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a Banana Peanut Butter Bread. Made using Granulated Sugar, Eggs, Vegetable Oil, Reduced Fat Peanut Butter, Ripe Bananas, All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, and Unsalted Peanuts. 2 of my favorites, Peanut Butter and Bananas, all in one Dessert! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Banana Peanut Butter Bread
Ingredients
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 45 minutes
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
3 small, ripe bananas, mashed
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped, unsalted peanuts
Directions
Yield:
20 slices
Serving size: 1 slice
1 – Preheat oven to 350°F, and grease and flour a 9″x5″ loaf pan. In mixing bowl, combine sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Whip until smooth. Stir in peanut butter and mashed bananas until creamy. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and chopped peanuts. Stir until smooth and blended. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for approximately 45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Turn loaf out of the pan and cool on a cooling rack. Slice.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 169 calories, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 9 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Sodium: 147 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Bulgur with Asparagus and Spring Herbs
March 31, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Asparagus, Boiling, Bulgur, Bulgur with Asparagus and Spring Herbs, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Food, Frozen Peas, Italian Parsley, Lemon juice, Mint, Orange juice, recipes
This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is – Bulgur with Asparagus and Spring Herbs. I’ve got one fantastic side dish for this week’s recipe, Bulgur with Asparagus and Spring Herbs. Made using Bulgur, Asparagus, Frozen Peas, Italian Parsley, Mint, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Salt and Pepper. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Bulgur with Asparagus and Spring Herbs
Bulgur is a whole grain that’s high in fiber and protein. It’s also a good source of iron, magnesium, and B vitamins…
Ingredients
2/3 cup uncooked bulgur
2 cups sliced asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
2/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 cup
1 – Prepare bulgur according to package directions, omitting any salt or fat. Drain well.
2 – Steam asparagus in steamer basket over boiling water 3 to 4 minutes or until bright green and crisp-tender. Cool under cold running water, drain well, and blot with paper towels.
3 – Combine bulgur, asparagus, peas, parsley, and mint in large bowl. Whisk lemon juice, orange juice, oil, salt, and pepper in small bowl. Pour over bulgur mixture; toss gently.
Note: Bulgur is a whole grain that’s high in fiber and protein. It’s also a good source of iron, magnesium, and B vitamins.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 148 calories, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 98 mg, Fiber: 7 g
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Light Lemon Cauliflower for Diabetics
March 31, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a commentTags: Cauliflower Florets, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Garlic, Lemon juice, Lemon Peel, Lemon Slices, Light Lemon Cauliflower for Diabetics, Parmesan Cheese, Parsley, recipes, Reduced Fat Margarine
I’ve got another Delicious and Healthy Side Dish to pass along today, Light Lemon Cauliflower for Diabetics. Made using Cauliflower Florets, Parsley, Lemon Peel, Reduced Fat Margarine, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Parmesan Cheese, and Lemon Slices. This would be the perfect side for any of your Dinner Meals! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Light Lemon Cauliflower for Diabetics
This delicious side dish is easy to prepare, cheesy, and delightfully low carb!
Ingredients
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
6 cups (about 1 1/2 pounds) cauliflower florets
1 tablespoon reduced-fat margarine
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Lemon slices (optional)
Directions
Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: about 2/3 cup cauliflower with 1 1/2 tablespoons sauce and 2 teaspoons cheese
1 – Place 1 tablespoon parsley, lemon peel, and about 1 inch water in large saucepan. Place cauliflower in steamer basket; place in saucepan. Bring water to a boil over medium heat. Cover; steam 14 to 16 minutes or until cauliflower is crisp-tender. Remove to large bowl; keep warm. Reserve 1/2 cup hot liquid.
2 – Heat margarine in small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until soft. Stir in lemon juice and reserved liquid.
3 – Spoon lemon sauce over cauliflower. Sprinkle with remaining 3 tablespoons parsley and cheese before serving. Garnish with lemon slices.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 53 calories, Carbohydrates: 6 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 3 mg, Sodium: 116 mg, Fiber: 3 g
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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa
March 24, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | 2 CommentsTags: baking, Cilantro, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, Fresh Ginger, orange, Poblano Pepper, recipes, Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa, Roasting, Salmon Fillets, Spices, Strawberries
This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa. To make this week’s dish you’ll be needing Salmon Fillets, Spices, Orange, Strawberries, Poblano Pepper, Cilantro, and Fresh Ginger. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa
Ginger and peppers give this seafood dish some kick!
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (about 1/4 pound each), skin removed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium orange
1 cup diced strawberries
1/4 cup finely chopped poblano pepper* or green bell pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Directions
Yield:
4 servings (1 piece salmon and 1/3 cup salsa)
Serving size:
3 ounces salmon (cooked weight) with 1/3 cup salsa
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Line baking sheet with foil; spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place salmon on prepared pan; sprinkle with cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until salmon begins to flake when tested with fork.
Meanwhile, grate orange peel to measure 1/2 teaspoon; place in medium bowl. Peel and section orange; coarsely chop orange sections. Add orange sections, strawberries, pepper, cilantro, and ginger to bowl; mix well. Serve salmon with salsa.
*Poblano peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 241 calories, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 24 g, Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 66 mg, Sodium: 214 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday – Barley and Sausage Gumbo
March 21, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, It's Chili Soups or Stews Saturday | Leave a commentTags: Barley and Sausage Gumbo, Celery, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Dried Oregano, Food, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, It's Chili Soups or Stews Saturday, Low-Fat Chicken Andouille Sausages, No Salt Added Tomato Purée, Okra, Onion, Peral Barley, recipes, Red Pepper Flakes, Reduced Sodium Chiken Broth, Salt
This week’s It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday Recipe is a Barley and Sausage Gumbo. Made using Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Okra, Celery, Garlic, Reduced Sodium Chiken Broth, No Salt Added Tomato Purée, Peral Barley, Dried Oregano, Salt, Red Pepper Flakes, and Low-Fat Chicken Andouille Sausages. One delicious Creole Dish! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Barley and Sausage Gumbo
Celebrate Mardi Gras with this healthful twist on an authentic Creole gumbo dish!
Ingredients
1 small onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup frozen sliced okra
1 medium stalk celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup no-salt-added tomato purée
1/4 cup uncooked pearl barley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 low-fat chicken andouille sausages (3 ounces each), sliced 1/2 inch thick
Directions
Yield:
4 servings
Serving size:
1 1/3-cup
Place onion, bell pepper, okra, celery, and garlic in slow cooker. Add chicken broth, tomato purée, barley, oregano, salt, if desired, and red pepper flakes; stir. Add sliced sausages. Cover; cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours.
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 175 calories, Carbohydrates: 24 g, Protein: 12 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 31 mg, Sodium: 363 mg, Fiber: 6 g
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Homemade Applesauce
March 19, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Apples, Cinnamon, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Food, Fresh Fruit Preserver Powder, Homemade Applesauce, recipes, Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Water
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a recipe for Homemade Applesauce. Easy to prepare and always Delicious Homemade Applesauce. Made using Apples (mixed varieties), Fresh Fruit Preserver Powder, Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Water, and Cinnamon. Have some Fresh Homemade Applesauce with every meal! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Homemade Applesauce
Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes.
2 pounds of apples, mixed varieties
1 teaspoon fresh fruit preserver powder or fresh lemon juice
1 cup Splenda, No Calorie Sweetener, granular
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1/2 cup
* Peel and core apples. In a 1-quart saucepan, combine apples, fruit preserver powder (or lemon juice), Splenda, and water. Bring the liquid to a boil over medium heat. Turn down heat to simmer and cook, covered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove lid and continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5–10 more minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Carefully pour hot mixture into food processor and pulse until desired consistency is achieved. Serve the applesauce warm or cold, sprinkled with half a teaspoon cinnamon per serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 124 calories, Carbohydrates: 31 g, Protein: 0 g, Fat: 0 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 2 mg, Fiber: 5 g
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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon
March 17, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Black pepper, Cholesterol-Free Egg Substitute, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, Green Onions, recipes, Reduced Fat Cream Cheese, Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, Smoked Salmon
This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon. I’ve got a great way to start your day, Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon. You’ll just need 5 ingredients to make this week’s dish; Cholesterol-Free Egg Substitute, Black Pepper, Green Onions, Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese, and Smoked Salmon. The dish is only 100 calories and 2 carbs per serving! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon
This low-carb fish dish is easy to prepare and packed with healthful omega-3 fatty acids!
Ingredients
1 container (16 ounces) cholesterol-free egg substitute
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons sliced green onions, with tops
1 ounce chilled reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 ounces smoked salmon, flaked
Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1/4 of recipe
1 – Whisk egg substitute and pepper in large bowl. Coat nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Pour egg substitute into skillet and stir. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until mixture begins to set; stir occasionally while scraping bottom of pan.
2 – Gently fold in green onions, cream cheese, and salmon; cook and stir about 3 minutes or just until eggs are cooked through but still slightly moist.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 100 calories, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Protein: 15 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 560 mg, Fiber: 0 g
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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Mediterranean Scramble Pitas
March 16, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a commentTags: Canola Oil, Cooking, Crumbled Reduced-Fat Feta Cheese, Diabetes Self Management, Dried Rosemary, Egg Substitute, Food, Green Bell Peppers, Italian Parsley, Meatless Monday, Mediterranean Scramble Pitas, Multigrain Pita Bread Rounds, recipes, Stuffed Green Olives, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Zucchini
This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is a Mediterranean Scramble Pita. Made using Canola Oil, Zucchini, Green Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Dried Rosemary, Stuffed Green Olives, Italian Parsley, Egg Substitute, Multigrain Pita Bread Rounds, and Crumbled Reduced-Fat Feta Cheese. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Mediterranean Scramble Pitas
Packed with fiber, these delicious Greek pitas are the perfect way to try the Mediterranean diet!
Ingredients
2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 cup sliced zucchini and/or yellow squash
1 cup diced green bell peppers
1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
12 small stuffed green olives, quartered
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 cup cholesterol-free egg substitute
2 multigrain pita bread rounds, halved and warmed
1 ounce reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 filled pita half
1 – Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and bell peppers; cook 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and rosemary; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in olives and parsley. Place in medium bowl. Cover to keep warm.
2 – Wipe out skillet with paper towel. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil and heat over medium heat. Cook egg substitute until set, lifting edges to allow uncooked portion to flow underneath.
3 – Fill each warmed pita half with equal amounts of eggs and half of feta. Top with vegetable mixture and remaining feta.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 199 calories, Carbohydrates: 7 g, Protein: 12 g, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 2 mg, Sodium: 554 mg, Fiber: 6 g
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