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  • Garlic Pita Crisps

    Garlic Pita Crisps

    How to Make Garlic Pita Crisps

    These pita chips travel well and can be enjoyed with a bit of hummus, guacamole or salsa.


    16servings


    6 triangles

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut each pita into 8 equal wedges. Separate each wedge into 2 pieces.
    2. Coat both sides of the pita wedges lightly with nonstick vegetable spray and place in a single layer on large rimmed baking sheets; sprinkle with the garlic powder. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
    3. Allow the crisps to cool; serve immediately, or store in an airtight container until ready to use.
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    Nutrition facts

    16 Servings



    • Serving Size

      6 triangles


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      56

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      1g

      1%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      49mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      2g

    Ingredients

    garlic powder
    2 tbsp

    Nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray
    1

    whole wheat pita (6-inch)
    6

  • Garlic Mashed Potato Soup

    Garlic Mashed Potato Soup

    How to Make Garlic Mashed Potato Soup

    Author Aviva Goldfarb: “This recipe was suggested to me by 10-year-old Ames Williford, of Pennsylvania, who makes this soup for her family. It tastes like a cross between mashed and baked potatoes, so our kids love it. You can sprinkle in toppings to your liking, such as scallions, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and additional sour cream. Serve with Baked Breadsticks and Fruit Kabobs.”

    This recipe from The Six O’Clock Scramble Meal Planner, by Aviva Goldfarb. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    4servings


    2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. DO AHEAD OR DELEGATE: Dice the onion, peel the garlic, peel and dice the potatoes and store in a bowl with enough water to cover so they don’t brown, slice the scallions, shred the cheese if necessary, and refrigerate, cook, and crumble the bacon, or fully prepare and refrigerate the soup.
    2. (Start the breadsticks and kabobs, if you are serving them.) In a stockpot, heat the margarine over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté for 3–5 minutes until the onions are translucent. Add the potatoes and cook, stirring frequently, for 1–2 minutes to coat them. Add the broth, bring it to a low boil, and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are very tender.
    3. Puree the soup using a handheld immersion blender or a standing blender. Return the soup to the pot, if necessary, and stir in the sour cream until it is smooth. Serve the soup immediately, topped with the scallions, cheese, bacon, and extra sour cream, if desired, or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
    4. SLOW COOKER DIRECTIONS: Add the onions, garlic, potatoes, and broth to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–10 hours or on high for 3–4 hours. 30 minutes before serving, use an immersion blender or standing blender to puree the soup, then add the sour cream. Serve topped with the scallions, cheese, bacon, and extra sour cream, if desired. (Slow cooker cooking times may vary—get to know your slow cooker and, if necessary, adjust cooking times accordingly.)
    5. FLAVOR BOOSTER Serve with hot pepper sauce, such as Tabasco.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      155

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4g

      5%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.6g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      445mg

      19%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      24g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      555mg

      12%

    Ingredients

    margarine (trans fat-free)
    1 tbsp

    yellow onion (diced)
    1/2

    garlic (minced, (3–4 cloves), to taste)
    1

    large russet (baking) potatoes (peeled and diced)
    2

    low sodium chicken broth
    32 oz

    sour cream (non-fat)
    2 tbsp

    green onion (scallion) (thinly sliced, or use chives)
    4

    cheddar cheese (shredded, 50% reduced-fat)
    1/3 cup

    turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled (optional))
    2 slice

  • Garden Harvest Soup

    Garden Harvest Soup

    How to Make Garden Harvest Soup

    Adjust the veggies in this soup based on what you have in your refrigerator. Get creative with the veggie combination that you use!


    10 min prep time


    2servings


    1 ¼ cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the 2 cups chopped vegetables, onion, and seasoning blend for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. (If the vegetables get dry or start to scorch, add a little water to the saucepan.)
    2. Stir in the broth. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes so the flavors blend, stirring occasionally. Stir in the spinach. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese.
    3. Tips: Chop firmer vegetables, such as carrots, into smaller pieces than more tender vegetables, such as zucchini, so all the vegetables will cook at about the same rate. If you want this dish to be vegetarian, be sure to use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 ¼ cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      95

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.9g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        6g

    • Protein
      3g

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tsp

    vegetables (uncooked, chopped, such as any combination of bell peppers, carrots, green beans, yellow summer squash, or zucchini)
    2 cup

    onion(s) (finely chopped)
    1/4 cup

    Italian seasoning blend (crumbled)
    1 tsp

    low sodium chicken broth (low-sodium vegetable broth or fat-free, low-sodium)
    2 cup

    fresh spinach leaves (loosely packed, coarsely chopped)
    1 cup

    Parmesan cheese (shredded or grated)
    1 tbsp

  • Garden Caprese Salad

    Garden Caprese Salad

    How to Make Garden Caprese Salad

    Fresh mozzarella is found in the deli case or with the specialty cheeses. It is the perfect flavorful addition to this fresh summer salad!


    20 min prep time


    12servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well.
    2. Let the salad marinate for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
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    Nutrition facts

    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      50

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.3g

        7%

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      35mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      4g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      175mg

      4%

    Ingredients

    plum (Roma) tomatoes (seeded and cut into 1/2 inch chunks)
    8

    medium cucumbers (seeded and cut into 1/2 inch chunks)
    2

    small red onion (small dice)
    1/2

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    balsamic vinegar
    3 tbsp

    fresh basil ((about 15 leaves), chopped)
    1 oz

    salt (optional)
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    fresh mozzarella (cut into small chunks)
    4 oz

  • Garbanzo Bean Salad Quick Recipe

    Garbanzo Bean Salad Quick Recipe

    How to Make Garbanzo Bean Salad Quick Recipe

    Beans and legumes are one of the healthiest carbohydrates you can eat with diabetes. Most people say they like beans, but are unsure of how to incorporate more into their diet. Try this delicious salad packed with fiber, protein and flavor!


    15 min prep time


    5servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium salad bowl, mix together all salad ingredients.
    2. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over bean mixture and toss to coat.
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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      155

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.9g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      95mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      290mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    garbanzo (chickpea) beans (15.5-ounce, rinsed and drained)
    1 can

    medium orange or red pepper (finely diced)
    1

    green pepper (finely diced)
    1

    small red onion (finely diced)
    1/2

    fresh cilantro (chopped)
    1/4 cup

    lemon (juiced)
    1/2

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    red pepper (crushed, optional)
    1/4 tsp

  • Fruited Chicken Salad

    Fruited Chicken Salad

    How to Make Fruited Chicken Salad

    You’ll get your fiber-rich fruit and protein together in this lunch salad-or serve it for a light dinner. Any apple variety will work; however, cookbook author Robyn Webb thinks sweet Gala tempers the slightly gamey flavor of the poultry.


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    8servings


    2/3 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Cut the chicken into cubes or slices.
    2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken with the apples, grapes, apricots, cherries, celery, and onion.
    3. Gently fold in the mayonnaise, yogurt, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2/3 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      1.5g

      2%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      30mg

      10%

    • Sodium
      220mg

      10%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      16g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        12g

    • Protein
      13g

    • Potassium
      260mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    cooked deli chicken breast
    1

    small gala apples (unpeeled and diced)
    2

    halved red seedless grapes
    1/2 cup

    dried apricots (sliced)
    1/4 cup

    frozen dark sweet cherries (dried)
    1/4 cup

    celery stalks (diced)
    2

    red onion (minced)
    1/4 cup

    low-fat mayonnaise
    2 tbsp

    yogurt (plain, non-fat)
    2 tbsp

    sea salt
    1/2 tsp

    freshly ground black pepper
    1/4 tsp

  • Fruit Salad with Honey Yogurt

    Fruit Salad with Honey Yogurt

    How to Make Fruit Salad with Honey Yogurt

    Fruit is full of antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. If you want to take this on a road trip – pack fruit in small, individual plastic containers and keep in a cooler.


    10 min prep time


    8servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large bowl, mix together all fruit.
    2. Place 1 cup fruit salad in individual bowl or parfait dish. Top each fruit salad with 1 1/2 ounces Greek yogurt.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      25mg

      1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      20g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        17g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      320mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    strawberries (hulled and sliced)
    2 cup

    watermelon (cut into small chunks)
    2 cup

    cantaloupe (cut into small chunks)
    2 cup

    green grapes
    1 cup

    blueberries
    1 cup

    fat-free honey-flavored Greek yogurt
    2 (6-oz) containers

  • Fruit and Almond Smoothie

    Fruit and Almond Smoothie

    How to Make Fruit and Almond Smoothie

    Start your morning off with this refreshing smoothie. Almond milk is lower in carb than regular milk and is great for people with milk or lactose intolerance.


    5 min prep time


    2servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth and thick.
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      110mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%

    • Protein
      5g

    Ingredients

    frozen strawberries and peaches
    1 cup

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1/2 cup

    unsweetened almond milk
    1 cup

  • Frozen Yogurt Fruit Pops

    Frozen Yogurt Fruit Pops

    How to Make Frozen Yogurt Fruit Pops

    You can make this recipe with any fruit and flavor of yogurt. Try mango chunks with pineapple yogurt, or kiwi halves with strawberry yogurt. You could also try other toppings like coconut or sprinkles instead of pecans.


    10 min prep time


    6servings


    2 pops

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Line a small baking sheet with wax paper. Set aside.

    2. Insert the cake pop sticks into the top part of the strawberry. Do not pierce through the end of the strawberry.

    3. Dip each strawberry in the yogurt, shaking so that each strawberry is thinly coated. Use a spoon to help coat the strawberries if needed.

    4. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of pecans over each coated strawberry.

    5. Place the strawberry pops on the baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours or until the yogurt is frozen. Once the pops are frozen, remove from the wax paper and serve or put in a freezer zip top bag.

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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 pops


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      55

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.3g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      5g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      95mg

      2%

    Ingredients

    pecans (chopped)
    1/4 cup

    cake pop sticks
    12

    blueberry Greek yogurt (non-fat)
    1/2 cup

    strawberries (hulled)
    12

    Wax paper
    1

  • Fruit and Cheese Kababs

    Fruit and Cheese Kababs

    How to Make Fruit and Cheese Kababs

    These pretty kabobs are a great snack for kids and adults. Fruit and cheese are tasty combination of carbohydrates and protein, and will leave you feeling satisfied.


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1 kabab

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. To make skewers, alternate strawberries, grapes, kiwi slices, and cheese on one skewer (4 strawberry halves, 4 grapes, 2-3 kiwi slices and 3 pieces cheese per skewer).

    2. Repeat the process for the remaining 3 skewers.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 kabab


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      90

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      150mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        9g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      192mg

      4%

    Ingredients

    kiwi(s) (peeled and sliced)
    2

    strawberries (hulled and cut in half)
    8

    grapes
    16

    light string cheese sticks (each cut into 4 pieces)
    3

    wooden skewers
    4