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Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes

November 20, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizers, 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

Here’s a recipe for Feta-Stuffed Tomatoes. 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
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/feta-stuffed-tomatoes/

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Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Zucchini, Tomato and Provolone Bake

November 6, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in CooksRecipes, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Basil Pesto Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Diabetes, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Food, Panko Bread Crumbs, Plum Tomatoes, recipes, Sargento Sliced Reduced Sodium Provolone Cheese, Side Dishes, Zucchini Squash, Zucchini Tomato and Provolone Bake

This week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is a Zucchini, Tomato and Provolone Bake. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Zucchini Squash, Basil Pesto Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Panko Bread Crumbs, Plum Tomatoes, and Sargento Sliced Reduced Sodium Provolone Cheese. There’s 182 calories and 12 net carbs per serving. The recipe is from the CooksRecipes website. At the Cooks site you’ll find a huge selection of recipes to please all Tastes, Diets, or Cuisines so be sure to check it out today for any of your recipe needs! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Zucchini, Tomato and Provolone Bake
This delicious, low-sodium side dish can also be served as a hearty, meatless main dish. A wonderful dish for using the summer’s garden bounty of zucchini, too!

Recipe Ingredients:
1 pound (about 4 small) zucchini squash
1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup panko bread crumbs – divided use
1 pound plum tomatoes (about 5 medium), cut into 1/4-inch slices
8 slices Sargento Sliced Reduced Sodium Provolone Cheese

Cooking Directions:
1 – Wash zucchini but do not dry. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices; transfer to a microwave-safe casserole dish. Cover with lid. Cook in microwave oven three to four minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain in colander; rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Transfer to clean kitchen towel or paper towels to dry. Toss zucchini with pesto sauce and pepper.
2 – Sprinkle 1/2 cup bread crumbs in bottom of 8 or 9-inch baking dish. Spoon half of zucchini mixture evenly over crumbs. Arrange half of tomato slices over zucchini; top with four slices cheese. Repeat layering with remaining zucchini mixture, tomatoes, cheese and bread crumbs.
3 – Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Makes 8 (side-dish) servings.

Tips:

* Pesto and panko brands vary in sodium content. This nutrition information is based on Buitoni and Kikkoman brands.
* Try ladling warm marinara sauce over individual servings for a delicious main dish.
* If preferred, regular provolone cheese can be used.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/8 of recipe): Calories 182; Protein 10g; Carbohydrates 14g; Dietary Fiber 2g; Total Fat 9.8g; Saturated Fat 4.4g; Monounsaturated Fat 3.7g; Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g; Cholesterol 18 mg; Vitamin A 87RE; Vitamin C 27mg; Calcium 229mg; Iron 2mg; Sodium 268mg
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/sidedish/zucchini_tomato_and_provolone_bake_recipe.html

Appetizer of the Week – TOASTED TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE TARTLETS

July 30, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, baking, Canola Oil, Cooking, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Food, Plum Tomatoes, recipes, Reduced Fat Goat Cheese, Reduced Fat Milk, Shallots, Spices, Sugar, TOASTED TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE TARTLETS

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is TOASTED TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE TARTLETS. To make this Appetizer some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are Canola Oil, Reduced Fat Goat Cheese, Shallots, Reduced Fat Milk, Plum Tomatoes, Spices, Sugar and more! 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 2022! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

TOASTED TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE TARTLETS
Recipe for Toasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tartlets from our Appetizers recipe section.

Ingredients

4 tsp. canola oil
3 Tbsp. ice water (approx.)
1/4 cup reduced-fat goat cheese
2 Tbsp. finely minced shallots
1 Tbsp. reduced-fat milk
4 ripe plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup whole-wheat flour
3/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
3 tsp. sugar, divided
1/8 tsp. of salt
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into small pieces and chilled

Directions

1 – Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange tomatoes on baking sheet, cut side up, and rub with oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Roast for 45 minutes, until tomatoes are barely soft and hold their shape. Set aside, and decrease oven to 325 degrees.
2 – In food processor, combine whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, 2 tsp. sugar and salt. Pulse a few seconds to combine. Add butter and oil. Pulse until mixture resembles lumpy crumbs. With food processor running, add ice water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until dough just starts to come together. Turn dough out onto wax paper and gently press together, making 5-inch disk. Wrap dough in wax paper and refrigerate 30 minutes, up to 24 hours.
3 – If dough is chilled longer than 30 minutes, let sit at room temperature 10 minutes. Place dough between 2 sheets of wax paper and roll out into an 11-inch disk. Remove top sheet of waxed paper. Using a glass as a guide, cut out four 4-inch rounds of dough and transfer to baking sheet. Prick dough all over with fork and refrigerate 10 minutes. Bake tartlet rounds 10 minutes. Remove baking pan and increase oven temperature to 375 degrees.
4 – For filling, in a small bowl, mash together goat cheese, shallots, milk and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Spread one-fourth of cheese on each tartlet round. Top with 2 roasted tomato halves, cut side up. Sprinkle remaining 1 tsp. sugar over tomatoes
5 – Bake 10 minutes, or until pastry edges are lightly golden. Cheese will look cracked. Let tartlets stand 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 250
Fat: 12 grams
Saturated Fat: 4 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Sodium: 115 milligrams
Protein: 5 grams
Carbohydrates: 27 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/toasted-tomato-and-goat-cheese-tartlets

“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Penne with Tomato Sauce

May 9, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Chopped Garlic, Cooking, Food, fresh basil, Meatless Monday, Parmesan Cheese, Part Skim Ricotta Cheese, Penne, Penne with Tomato Sauce, Plum Tomatoes, recipes

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is Penne with Tomato Sauce. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Penne, Plum Tomatoes, Fresh Basil , Chopped Garlic, Part Skim Ricotta Cheese, and Parmesan Cheese. There’s 245 calories and 37 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 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Penne with Tomato Sauce
Tomato sauce is good for heart health, but store-bought versions are often high in sodium and sugar. This classic Italian dish features homemade sauce and takes just 20 minutes.

Ingredients
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes.

3/4 pound penne
1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Directions
Yield: about 11 cups
Serving size: 1 1/3 cups

1 – Prepare pasta according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, combine tomatoes, basil, and garlic in blender or food processor. Blend at low speed until tomatoes are pureed. Pour mixture into large saucepan. Heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes. Drain pasta when done, return to cooking pot, and add tomato sauce; stir until pasta is completely coated with sauce. Remove pot from heat and stir in ricotta and Parmesan cheese. Divide onto serving plates and top with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 245 calories, Carbohydrates: 40 g, Protein: 11 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Sodium: 417 mg, Fiber: 3 g
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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Caprese Portabello Burgers

January 11, 2021 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Basil, Black pepper, Caprese Portabello Burgers, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Garlic Clove, Grilling, Light Balsamic Vinaigrette, Meatless Monday, Mozzarella Cheese, Plum Tomatoes, Portobello Mushrooms, recipes, Vegetarian, Whole Wheat Sandwich Thin Rounds

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is a Caprese Portabello Burger. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Portobello Mushrooms, Mozzarella Cheese, Plum Tomatoes, Garlic Clove, Black Pepper, Basil, Light Balsamic Vinaigrette, and Whole Wheat Sandwich Thin Rounds. The Burger has 191 calories and 21 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/

Caprese Portabello Burgers
Avoiding meat? You’ll never miss it with these juicy mushroom burgers! Grilled Portabello mushroom caps star as the main attraction between two toasted whole-wheat buns.

Ingredients
4 portobello mushrooms (about 3/4 pound), gills and stems removed
3 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon light balsamic vinaigrette
4 whole wheat sandwich thin rounds, toasted

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 burger

1. Spray grill with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, combine cheese, tomatoes, basil, vinaigrette, garlic and pepper in small bowl.

2. Grill mushroom caps, stem side down, 5 minutes on each side or until done. Spoon one-fourth of tomato mixture into each cap. Cover and grill 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve on sandwich thins.

Note: Cooked portobello mushrooms can be frozen and will keep for several months. Store in plastic containers or freezer bags.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 198 calories, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 13 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 15 mg, Sodium: 397 mg, Fiber: 7 g
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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 comment
Tags: 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/

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.

Diabetic Dish of the Week – Flank Steak with Italian Salsa

February 11, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Balsamic vinegar, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Flank Steak, Flank Steak with Italian Salsa, Food, fresh basil, Garlic, Kalamata Olives, Olive oil, Pepper, Plum Tomatoes, recipes, Roasting, Salt

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is Flank Steak with Italian Salsa. Flank Steak kicked up a few notches on the flavor scale! Made using Lean Flank Steak, Garlic, Salt, Pepper, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Plum Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, and Fresh Basil. Add side dish of Asparagus, Broccoli, or your favorite Vegetable Dish to make a complete 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/

Flank Steak with Italian Salsa
Add some Mediterranean flair to your next steak dinner!

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 lean flank steak (1 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 cup diced plum tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Directions
Yield: 6 servings

Serving size: 3 ounces steak with 3 tablespoons tomato salsa mixture

1 – Whisk together vinegar and oil in medium glass bowl. Place steak in shallow bowl; spread with garlic. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper over steak. Spoon 2 tablespoons vinegar mixture over top of steak. Marinate in refrigerator at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.

2 – Prepare grill for direct cooking or preheat broiler. Add tomatoes, olives, basil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to remaining 2 teaspoons vinegar mixture in glass bowl; mix well. Set aside.

3 – Drain steak; discard marinade. Let garlic remain on steak. Place steak on grid over medium-hot coals. Grill 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness.

4 – Transfer steak to carving board. Tent with foil; let stand 5 minutes. Cut steak diagonally across grain into thin slices. Serve with tomato salsa mixture.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 191 calories, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 18 g, Fat: 11 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 35 mg, Sodium: 407 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Couscous-Stuffed Squash

October 28, 2019 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Acorn Squash, Baking, Cooking, Couscous, Couscous-Stuffed Squash, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Meatless Monday, Onion, Plum Tomatoes, Poblano Pepper, recipes, Shiitke Mushrooms, Vegetable Broth, Vegetarian

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is – Couscous-Stuffed Squash. To make this week’s recipe you’ll need the following; Acorn Squash, Poblano Pepper, Onion, Vegetable Broth, Shiitke Mushrooms, Couscous, Plum Tomatoes, and Pine Nuts. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes Management tips, Diabetes News, and more so be sure to check it out soon! Enjoy and Make 2019 Healthy One! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Couscous-Stuffed Squash
Ingredients
2 small acorn squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 medium poblano pepper, sliced
1 small onion, sliced
1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, chopped
3/4 cup uncooked couscous
1 medium plum tomato, diced
2 tablespoons pine nuts

Directions
1 – Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; place squash, cut side down, on baking sheet. Spread pepper and onion on baking sheet. Cover with foil; bake 35 to 40 minutes or until squash is tender.

2 – Bring broth and mushrooms to a boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in couscous, tomato, and pine nuts; cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Meanwhile, dice roasted pepper and onion; add to couscous mixture, fluffing couscous lightly with fork.

3 – Turn squash cut side up. Fill about 3/4 cup couscous mixture into each squash half.

Tip: Acorn squash have thick, hard skins that can be difficult to cut. To make cutting easier, soften them in the microwave. Pierce the skin with a fork; microwave on HIGH 1 to 2 minutes. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then slice lengthwise and remove the seeds.

Yield: 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 290 calories, Carbohydrates: 57 g, Protein: 9 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 187 mg, Fiber: 6 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/couscous-stuffed-squash/

Diabetic Dish of the Week – Whole Wheat Flatbreads with Tomato-Avocado Salsa

August 27, 2019 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: Avocado, Baking, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, Grilling, Jalapeno Pepper, Lemon juice, Plum Tomatoes, recipes, Red onion, Whole Wheat Flatbread, Whole Wheat Flatbreads with Tomato-Avocado Salsa

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Whole Wheat Flatbreads with Tomato-Avocado Salsa. One Delicious and Diabetic Friendly Appetizer! Made using; Plum Tomatoes, Avocado, Red Onion, Jalapeño Pepper, Lemon Juice, Cilantro and all served on a Whole Wheat Flatbread. You can find this recipe at the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes Management Tips, Diabetes News, and more. You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self-Management Magazine, one of my favorite Magazines! I left that link to subscribe at the end of the post. So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Whole Wheat Flatbreads with Tomato-Avocado Salsa
Looking to add a bit of south-of-the-border style to your next garden party? High-fiber whole grains and homemade salsa make this zesty app a winner!

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 avocado, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño pepper*
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups white whole wheat flour or 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour and 1/4 cup white flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
7/8 to 1 cup water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour for rolling
2 tablespoons melted butter (optional)

Directions
1 – Combine salsa ingredients in medium bowl. Cover and let chill.

2 – To make flatbreads, mix white whole wheat flour and salt in medium bowl. Make a well in center of flour. Add water gradually while mixing dough. (Depending on the type of flour, the amount of water needed may vary slightly.) (Dough should be soft and easy to roll into a ball.) Knead dough 1 to 2 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let sit 10 minutes or longer.

3 – Preheat oven to broil. Lightly spray baking sheets with cooking spray. Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for rolling in shallow container.

4 – Divide dough into 8 balls. Press to flatten. Roll each flat ball in flour. Then roll each flat ball into approximately 1/4-inch-thick oval.

5 – Place 3 to 4 flatbreads on baking sheet. Broil 2 to 3 minutes (the flatbreads will puff) about 5 to 6 inches from heat source until top is light brown. Turn over and broil 1 to 2 minutes until light brown. If desired, lightly brush tops of flatbreads with butter to keep them moist. Serve immediately or place in airtight container to serve later. Just before serving, top with salsa.

*Note: Jalapeño peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.

Yield: 8 servings.

Serving size: 1 flatbread with 2 tablespoons salsa per serving.
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Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe – Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives

June 23, 2019 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Sunday's Chicken Dinner | Leave a comment
Tags: Boneless Chicken Breasts, Cooking, Cumin, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Green Olives, Lemons, Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives, Plum Tomatoes, recipes, Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe, Turmeric, Whole Cinnamon Sticks

This week’s Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe is – Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives. Made using Boneless Chicken Breasts along with Onion, Garlic, Whole Cinnamon Sticks,Cumin, Turmeric, Ground Pepper, Lemons, Plum Tomatoes, and Green Olives. This looks and sounds like one delicious Chicken Dish! The recipe comes from one of my favorite sites, the Diabetes Self Management website which has a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes Management Tips, and Diabetic news so be sure to check it out. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Olives
Preparation time: 20 minutes. Cooking time: 1 hour.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (approximately 4 ounces per breast)
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 sticks whole cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 lemons
2 small plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup water
18 large green olives

Directions
Heat olive oil in a large pan. Place chicken breasts in hot oil and cook on all sides until slightly browned on surface. Remove from pan and set aside. To pan add onion, garlic, cinnamon sticks, cumin, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring, until onion is cooked. Return chicken to pan and cover. Squeeze the juice of two lemons, reserving lemon peels. Add lemon juice to pan. Slice lemon peels into strips and add to pan with chopped tomatoes, water, and olives. Cover the pan and bring contents to a boil, then reduce heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for about 45 minutes, until chicken is tender, occasionally lifting the lid to stir mixture and check that liquid available in pot is adequate to avoid burning. When chicken is done, arrange contents on a platter, discarding cinnamon sticks. Serve immediately. (This dish is excellent served with couscous.)

Yield: 6 servings.

Serving size: 1 chicken breast with 3 green olives.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 181 calories, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 28 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 194 mg, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/moroccan-lemon-chicken-with-olives/