Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Lemon Mini Tarts
April 21, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a commentTags: baking, Butter, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Egg Yolks, Food, Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice, Frozen Phyllo Shells, Granulated Sugar, Lemon Mini Tarts, Lemon Peel, Mint Leaves, Powdered sugar, Raspberries, recipes
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is Lemon Mini Tarts. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Powdered Sugar, Egg Yolks, Butter, Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice, Lemon Peel, Granulated Sugar, Frozen Phyllo Shells, Mint Leaves, and Raspberries. There’s 162 calories and 20 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 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Lemon Mini Tarts
Craving something sweet? With fewer than 10 simple ingredients and less than 20 minutes of preparation time, you can have these delicious homemade mini tarts ready for dessert tonight.
Ingredients
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 egg yolks
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon peel
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
24 mini frozen phyllo shells*
Mint leaves (optional)
Raspberries (optional)
Directions
Yield: 12 servings
Serving size: 2 tarts
1 – Heat oven to 350°F. Whisk powdered sugar, egg yolks, butter, lemon juice, lemon peel, and granulated sugar in small bowl until well blended.
2 – Spoon 1 teaspoon filling into each frozen phyllo shell. Bake about 13 to 15 minutes or until centers are set.
3 – Garnish each tart with 1 mint leaf and 1 raspberry, if desired.
*Note. Frozen phyllo shells can be found in the freezer section by the other frozen hors d’oeuvres.
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/lemon-mini-tarts/
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 162 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 66 mg, Sodium: 62 mg, Fiber: 0 g
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Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Light Lemon Cauliflower for Diabetics
March 6, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Cauliflower Florets, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Food, Garlic, Lemon juice, Lemon Peel, Lemon Slices, Light Lemon Cauliflower for Diabetics, Parmesan Cheese, Parsley, recipes, Reduced Fat Margarine
This week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is a 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 2022! 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 Dessert of the Week – Berry-Peachy Cobbler
February 24, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | 1 CommentTags: baking, Baking powder, Baking Soda, Berry-Peachy Cobbler, Buttermilk, Cobblers, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes Self Management, Flour, Food, Lemon Peel, Low Fat Buttermilk, Peaches, Raspberries, recipes
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a Berry-Peachy Cobbler. To make this week’s Dessert you’ll be needing Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Peaches, Raspberries, Grated Lemon Peel, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Margarine, and Low Fat Buttermilk. There’s 149 calories and 25 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 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Berry-Peachy Cobbler
Fresh raspberries and sliced peaches set the stage for this seasonal dessert, while grated lemon peel adds a hint of zest that truly takes this delightful dish to the next level.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/4 pounds peaches, peeled and sliced or 1 package (16 ounces) frozen unsweetened sliced peaches, thawed and drained
2 cups fresh raspberries or 1 package (12 ounces) frozen unsweetened raspberries
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cold margarine, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
Directions
Yield: 8 servings.
Serving size: 1/8 of recipe.
1 – Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray eight ramekins or 11×7-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; place ramekins in baking dish.
2 – Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons flour in large bowl. Add peaches, raspberries, and lemon peel; toss to coat. Divide fruit evenly among prepared ramekins. Bake 15 minutes or until fruit is bubbly around edges.
3 – Meanwhile, combine remaining 3/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in medium bowl. Cut in margarine with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until dry ingredients are moistened.
4 – Remove ramekins from oven; top fruit with equal dollops of topping. Sprinkle topping with remaining 2 teaspoons sugar. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until topping is lightly browned. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 149 calories, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 1 mg, Sodium: 195 mg, Fiber: 3 g
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Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Grilled Corn on the Cob with Buttery Citrus Spread
May 16, 2021 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Black pepper, Cooking, Corn, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Ears of Corn, Food, Grilled Corn on the Cob with Buttery Citrus Spread, Grilling, Lemon Peel, Nonstick Cooking Spray, Paprika, Parsley, recipes, Reduced Fat Margarine, Salt
This week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is Grilled Corn on the Cob with Buttery Citrus Spread. To make this week’s Dish you’ll be needing Ears of Corn, Nonstick Cooking Spray, Reduced-Fat Margarine, Parsley, Lemon Peel, Black Pepper, Paprika, and Salt. The Corn is 84 calories and 13 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/
Grilled Corn on the Cob with Buttery Citrus Spread
This low-carb snack is a barbecue classic. Just grill the corn, mix the remaining ingredients in a bowl, top and voilà — an instant summer favorite!
Ingredients
4 medium ears corn, husks and silks removed
Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons reduced-fat margarine
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 ear of corn and 2 teaspoons spread
1 – Preheat grill to medium heat. Coat corn with nonstick cooking spray. Grill, covered, 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown, turning frequently.
2 – Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in small bowl.
3 – Serve corn with spread.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 84 calories, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 189 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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Appetizer of the Week – Potato Salad with Citrus Dressing
November 14, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a commentTags: Appetizer of the Week, baking, Black pepper, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Food, Lemon juice, Lemon Peel, Parsley, Potato Salad with Citrus Dressing, recipes, Sesame Seeds, Sweet Potatoes, White Onions
This week’s Appetizer of the Week is a Potato Salad with Citrus Dressing. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Sweet Potatoes, White Onions, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sesame Seeds, Black Pepper, Parsley, Lemon Juice, and Lemon Peel. A new favorite Potato Salad? 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/
Potato Salad with Citrus Dressing
Sweet potatoes and lemon zest give this potato salad an extra kick of flavor!
Ingredients
Preparation time: 10–15 minutes
Cooking time: 25–30 minutes.
Chilling time: 2 hours
1 pound russet potatoes
1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled
1 medium white onion
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 ounces freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
Directions
Yield: 4 cups
Serving size: 3/4 cup
1 – Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut potatoes, sweet potatoes, and onion into bite-size pieces and place in a medium bowl. Pour 2 tablespoons of oil over the pieces and mix well. Spread pieces in a shallow baking pan and place in oven for about 25–30 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Remove from oven and cool. Prepare dressing by whisking together 1 tablespoon oil with sesame seeds, pepper, parsley, lemon juice, and lemon peel in a small bowl. When vegetables cool, place them in a medium-size serving bowl, pour dressing over them, and gently mix. Chill for 2 hours for best flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 220 calories, Carbohydrates: 33 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 48 mg, Fiber: 4 g
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Lemon-Ginger Apple Crisp
October 22, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | 3 CommentsTags: All-Purpose Flour, Apple Slices, baking, Brown Sugar, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Food, ground ginger, Lemon juice, Lemon Peel, Lemon-Ginger Apple Crisp, Margarine, Quick Oats, recipes
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a Lemon-Ginger Apple Crisp. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Apple Slices, Brown Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Lemon Juice, Lemon Peel, Ground Ginger, Quick Oats, and Margarine. 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/
Lemon-Ginger Apple Crisp
Looking for a sweet and healthy treat? Avoid heavy desserts that can weigh you down. This light apple crisp highlighted by lemon and ginger is the perfect way to relax after a long day!
Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: 1/6th of recipe
Ingredients
6 cups peeled apple slices
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup quick oats
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
Directions
1 – Preheat oven to 350°F.
2 – Combine apples, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, lemon juice, lemon peel, and ginger in 2-quart ovenproof microwavable baking dish; toss to coat evenly.
3 – Combine remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, oats, and margarine in small bowl; mix well. Sprinkle evenly over apple mixture.
4 – Microwave on HIGH 12 to 15 minutes or until mixture begins to bubble.
5 – Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 179 calories, Carbohydrates: 38 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 26 mg, Fiber: 3 g
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – LEMON MERINGUE PIE
October 15, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a commentTags: baking, Cooking, dessert, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Egg Whites, Eggs, Equal Spoonful, Food, Lemon juice, LEMON MERINGUE PIE, Lemon Peel, Minute Maid Frozen Lemon Juice, Pastry, Pies, recipes
This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a LEMON MERINGUE PIE. Enjoy the classic Dessert of a LEMON MERINGUE PIE, but this one is Diabetic Friendly! 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 2020! https://diabeticgourmet.com/
LEMON MERINGUE PIE
For Pie Filling:
Pastry for single-crust 9-inch pie
2-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice or frozen lemon juice concentrate*
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1-1/2 cups Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 tablespoons stick butter or margarine
1 to 2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
For Meringue:
3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream tartar
2/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated***
* Such as Minute Maid Premium Lemon juice (frozen) 100% Pure Lemon Juice from Concentrate
** May substitute 36 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
1 – For Pie Filling, roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Pierce bottom and side of pastry with fork. Bake in preheated 425F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until pastry is golden. Cool on wire rack.
2 – Combine water, lemon juice and cornstarch in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Beat eggs, 2 egg whites and lemon peel in medium bowl. Mix in 1-1/2 cups Equal. Stir about half of hot cornstarch mixture into egg mixture.
3 – Return all to saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in butter until melted. Stir in food coloring, if desired. Pour mixture over baked pie shell.
4 – For Meringue, beat 3 egg whites in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until foamy. Add cream of tartar. Beat to soft peaks. Gradually beat in 2/3 cup Equal, beating to stiff peaks. Spread meringue over hot lemon filling, carefully sealing to edge of crust to prevent shrinking or weeping.
5 – Bake pie in 425F oven about 5 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned.
6 – Cool completely on wire rack. Cut pie into wedges.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 178
Fat: 9 grams
Sodium: 133 milligrams
Cholesterol: 65 milligrams
Protein: 5 grams
Carbohydrates: 20 grams
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Appetizer of the Week – Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes
July 18, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a commentTags: Appetizer of the Week, Black pepper, Cooking, Cucumber, Diabetes Self Management, Fat Free Sour Cream, Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes, Food, Fresh Mint, Lemon Peel, Plum Tomatoes, recipes, Reduced Fat Feta Cheese
This week’s Appetizer of the Week is Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes. This weeks Recipe is a good one- Easy to prepare, Delicious, Low Carb, and low calorie! To make the Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes you’ll be needing Plum Tomatoes, Cucumber, Reduced Fat Feta Cheese, Fresh Mint, Fat Free Sour Cream, Lemon Peel, and Black 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/
Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with these quick and easy low-carb stuffed tomatoes! Simply scoop out several plum tomato halves and combine the feta with a few additional ingredients before filling the tomatoes — and your tummy!
Ingredients
2 plum tomatoes (about 1/4 pound), cut lengthwise into halves
1/3 cup chopped seeded cucumber
1 tablespoon crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 stuffed tomato half
1 – Scoop out and discard pulp from tomatoes, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Place tomato shells, cut sides down, on paper towels to drain.
2 – Combine cucumber, feta cheese, mint, sour cream, lemon peel, and pepper in small bowl. Spoon mixture into tomato shells.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 16 calories, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 1 mg, Sodium: 31 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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