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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Spring Vegetable Ragoût

May 10, 2021 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Edamame, Food, Frozen Corn, Garlic, Herbs, Leeks, Meatless Monday, Olive oil, recipes, Spices, Spring Vegetable Ragout, Vegetarian, Yellow Squash

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is a Spring Vegetable Ragoût. To make this week’s Recipe some of the Ingredients you’ll be needing Olive Oil, Leeks, Garlic, Frozen Corn, Yellow Squash, Edamame, Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Spices, Herbs, and More! The Dish is 156 calories and 20 net 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 2021! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Spring Vegetable Ragoût
This hearty vegetarian ragoût is chock-full of flavorful fresh vegetables, including leeks, yellow squash, edamame, carrots and cherry tomatoes. And with less than 10 minutes of preparation time required, it’s perfect for a busy weeknight!

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 leeks, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1 cup vegetable broth
8 ounces yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/4 cups)
6 ounces frozen shelled edamame
1 small package (4 ounces) shredded carrots
3 cups small cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper (optional)
Minced fresh parsley (optional)

Directions
Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: 1 1/2 cups ragoût (without added salt and black pepper seasoning)

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic; cook and stir just until fragrant. Add corn, broth, squash, edamame and carrots; cook and stir about 5 minutes, or until squash is tender.

2. Stir in tomatoes, tarragon, basil and oregano. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 2 minutes, or until tomatoes are soft. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 156 calories, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 7 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 111 mg, Fiber: 5 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/spring-vegetable-ragout/

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SOUTHWEST MEATLOAF

May 8, 2021 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Chili powder, Chunky Salsa, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Egg, Food, Frozen Corn, Garlic Clove, Ground Beef (95% lean), Ground Cumin, Milk, Onion, Pepper, recipes, Red Bell Pepper, Salt, Soft Bread Crumbs, SOUTHWEST MEATLOAF

I have a recipe for a Southwest Meatloaf to pass along. To make this Meatloaf you’ll be needing Ground Beef (95% lean), Soft Bread Crumbs, Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Frozen Corn, Milk, Egg, Garlic Clove, Salt, Chili Powder, Ground Cumin, Pepper, and Thick and Chunky Salsa. The Meatloaf is 280 calories and 11 net carbs per serving. So you can find this Diabetic Friendly recipe and more all at the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. You can also sign up to receive wonderful recipes, engaging articles, helpful and healthful tips, critically important news and more. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2021! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

SOUTHWEST MEATLOAF

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef (95% lean)
1 cup soft bread crumbs
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup thick and chunky salsa

Directions

1 – Heat oven to 350F. Combine all ingredients in large bowl except salsa, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
2 – Shape beef mixture into 10 x 4-inch loaf on rack in broiler pan. Bake in 350F oven 1 hour,15 minutes to 1 hour, 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 160F.
3 – Let stand 10 minutes. Top with salsa; cut into slices.

Recipe Yield: Makes 6 to 8 servings

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 280
Fat: 9 grams
Saturated Fat: 4 grams
Fiber: 1.8 grams
Sodium: 313 milligrams
Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Protein: 34 grams
Carbohydrates: 12 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/southwest-meatloaf

Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe for Diabetics

August 30, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: Black Beans, Cilatro, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Food, Frozen Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Green Onions, Ground Cumin, Olive oil, Quinoa, Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe for Diabetics, recipes, Red Wine Vinegar, Tomato

This week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is a Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe for Diabetics. To make this week’s Dish you’ll be needing Quinoa, Black Beans, Red Wine Vinegar, Frozen Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Tomato, Green Onions, Cilantro, Salt, Pepper, Ground Cumin, and Olive Oil. Side Dish or a 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/

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe for Diabetics
Ready in under an hour, this Quinoa and Black Bean Salad is low in calories and chock-full of fiber — and flavor!

Ingredients
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes (cooking and cooling).

1 1/2 cups quinoa
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 medium tomato, chopped
4 green onions (green and white parts), chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 cup olive oil

Directions
Yield: 11 servings
Serving size: about 3/4 cup

1 – Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a two-quart saucepan. Add quinoa and bring back to a boil. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 12 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all of the water. Remove from heat and fluff. Let cool slightly.

2 – While the quinoa is cooking, toss beans with vinegar, corn, green pepper, tomato, green onions, and cilantro in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, salt, black pepper, cumin, and oil. Add the cooled quinoa to the vegetables and drizzle the dressing over salad. Toss to combine. This salad may be made one day ahead, covered, and chilled.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 170 calories, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 190 mg, Fiber: 4 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/salads/quinoa-and-black-bean-salad/

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Squash and Corn

August 16, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Bacon Bits, Cooking, Cooking spray, Corn Oil, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Frozen Corn, Onion, recipes, Salt, Squash and Corn, Water

I have another Side Dish to pass along Squash and Corn. This dish is made using Cooking Spray, Corn Oil, Onion, Bacon Bits, Frozen Corn, Water, and Salt. This recipe is also 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/

Squash and Corn
Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20–25 minutes.

1 pound zucchini, sliced lengthwise
3 roasted green chilies, peeled and seeded (banana peppers were used in testing; alternatively, half a 4 1/2-ounce can of roasted, diced chilies can be used)
Cooking spray
1 teaspoon corn oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon real bacon bits
2 cups frozen corn, thawed (fresh corn cut from the cob can also be used)
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions
Yield: 4 cups
Serving size: 1/2 cup

1 – Dice zucchini into 1/2-inch pieces. Thinly slice chilies. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray, add oil, and warm over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add bacon bits and corn and cook 2–3 minutes more, stirring frequently. Add water, squash, chilies, and salt; stir to mix. Cover pan, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 10–15 minutes, or until corn and zucchini are tender; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 65 calories, Carbohydrates: 11 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Cholesterol: <1 mg, Sodium: 91 mg, Fiber: 2 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/squash-and-corn/

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Southwestern-Style Corn Pudding

May 24, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in CooksRecipes | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Cooking, Cooking spray, CooksRecipes, Egg Substitute, Fat Free Half and Half, Flour, Food, Frozen Corn, Green Chilies, recipes, Reduced Fat Margarine, Salt, Southwestern-Style Corn Pudding, Splenda Sweetener

A Southwestern-Style Corn Pudding to go with the Roast Pork Loin Southwest Style. To make this recipe you’ll be using Egg Substitute, Fat Free Half and Half, Flour, Splenda Sweetener, Salt, Frozen Corn, Green Chilies, Cooking Spray, and Reduced-Fat Margarine. Time to dig in! 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/

Southwestern-Style Corn Pudding

Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Baking time: approximately 30 minutes

3/4 cup liquid egg substitute
2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1/4 cup flour
4 teaspoons Splenda sweetener
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups frozen corn, thawed and drained (fresh corn cut from the cob may be used)
1 can (4 1/2 ounces) diced green chilies, drained
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine

Directions
Yield: 6 cups
Serving size: 1/2 cup

1 – Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together egg substitute, half-and-half, flour, Splenda, and salt. Stir in corn and chilies. Pour into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Dot with margarine. Bake uncovered 15 minutes, stir, and continue baking another 15–20 minutes, or until pudding is no longer liquid in the center.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 95 calories, Carbohydrates: 13 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Cholesterol: <1 mg, Sodium: 253 mg, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/southwestern-style-corn-pudding/

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