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  • Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Pickles

    Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Pickles

    How to Make Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Pickles

    These low-carb pickles will keep in the refrigerator for up to two months as long as they stay covered. Try this homemade pickle recipe instead of the sodium-packed pickles from the grocery store.


    15 min prep time


    10servings


    6 pickles

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Combine vinegar, peppercorns, coriander seeds, dill, Stevia, salt, and pepper flakes (optional) in a medium saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil. Then turn off the heat and set aside.
    2. Combine the cucumbers, onions, and garlic, and tightly pack into a quart-sized glass jar with a lid or a Tupperware container with a lid. Pour the hot liquid over the cucumbers and onions, and ensure all vegetables are completely submerged.
    3. Close the lid tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 day before serving.
    Low Sodium
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    Kid Friendly
    Vegetarian
    Snacks
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    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      6 pickles


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      15

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      0mg

      0%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      4g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        0g

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      100mg
      2%

    Ingredients

    white vinegar
    1 1/2 cup

    black peppercorns
    1 tsp

    coriander seeds
    1 tsp

    dried dill (or 2 Tbsps. fresh dill)
    1 tbsp

    stevia
    2 tbsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
    1/4 tsp

    cucumber(s) (sliced to 1/4 inch rounds (about 60 slices))
    2

    onion(s) (thinly sliced)
    1/2

    garlic (thinly sliced)
    2 clove

  • Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta

    Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta

    How to Make Low Fat Pumpkin Panna Cotta

    Panna cotta is a creamy, custard-like dessert. This panna cotta recipe is pumpkin-flavored – perfect for the upcoming holidays! It’s even preportioned for you in ramekins to help you with portion control.


    15 min prep time


    8servings


    1 ramekin

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Whisk together milk, Splenda Brown Sugar, low-fat buttermilk and unflavored gelatin in a medium saucepan off the heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
    2. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
    3. Place milk and gelatin mixture on the stovetop over medium heat. Stirring frequently, heat until milk just begins to bubble. Do not boil.
    4. Add hot milk mixture to pumpkin mixture and whisk until smooth and combined.
    5. Divide pumpkin mixture evenly among 8 4-oz ramekins or dessert cups and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (best if overnight).
    6. To serve, top each panna cotta with 1 Tbsp. fat-free whipped topping.
    Low Sodium
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    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 ramekin


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      75

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.2g

        1%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      40mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%

    • Protein
      4g

    Ingredients

    skim milk
    1 cup

    low-calorie brown sugar substitute
    1/4 cup

    low-fat buttermilk
    1/2 cup

    unflavored gelatin
    1 packet

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt (non-fat)
    1/2 cup

    pumpkin puree (15-ounce, not pumpkin pie filling)
    1 can

    pumpkin pie spice
    2 tsp

    ramekins (4-ounce, or other dessert cups)
    8

    whipped topping (fat-free)
    1/2 cup

  • Luscious Avocado-Strawberry Salad With Toasted Pine Nuts

    Luscious Avocado-Strawberry Salad With Toasted Pine Nuts

    How to Make Luscious Avocado-Strawberry Salad With Toasted Pine Nuts

    Worthy of a special occasion, yet incredibly simple. This is one of my all-time favorites. Try papaya or mango in season in place of the strawberries.


    4servings


    1/4 recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Combine avocado with lemon juice in a nonreactive large bowl. Add berries, oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper and combine well. Serve over a bed of arugula or watercress on each of the four plates. Garnish with pine nuts.
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    Lunch
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      12g

      15%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      10mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        8g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      340mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    ripe avocado (preferably Hass variety, peeled, pitted, and cut into chunks)
    1

    Juice of 1 lemon or lime
    1

    strawberries (hulled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices)
    1 cup

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    raspberry vinegar
    2 tbsp

    honey
    2 tsp

    salt, to taste
    1

    Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    1

    arugula (bite sized)
    2 cup

    toasted pine nuts
    2 tbsp

  • Low-Carb Artichoke Chicken Wraps

    Low-Carb Artichoke Chicken Wraps

    How to Make Low-Carb Artichoke Chicken Wraps

    These are a great make-ahead item for your lunchbox.


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    6servings


    1 wrap

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Whisk the egg, egg white, and milk until well combined and slightly frothy. Sift the coconut flour into the mixture and whisk again until well combined. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.

    2. While the wrap batter is resting, toss together the chicken, artichoke hearts, red onion, baby spinach, and Italian dressing. Keep the filling refrigerated until needed.

    3. Add the cooking spray to a 10-inch nonstick sauté pan over medium heat. Let the pan heat until a drop of water sizzles in the bottom of the pan.

    4. Re-whisk the wrap batter and then pour 1/4 cup of the wrap batter to thinly coat the bottom of the pan (add a little more if needed to coat the bottom of the pan). Let the wrap cook until the edges begin to brown. Using a spatula, flip the wrap and continue to cook for another minute. Slide the wrap on to a plate and continue this process to make 6 “wraps” or crepes. Let the wraps cool.

    5. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among each wrap (about 1/2 cup of filling per wrap) and roll.

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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 wrap


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      150

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      80mg

      27%

    • Sodium
      400mg

      17%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      8g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      18g

    • Potassium
      307mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    eggs
    1 whole

    egg whites
    4 whole

    skim milk
    1/2 cup

    coconut flour (sifted)
    1/4 cup

    nonstick cooking spray
    1 whole

    chicken breasts (cooked, shredded)
    2 cup

    artichoke hearts (chopped, drained and rinsed)
    1/2 cup

    red onion (minced)
    1/4 cup

    baby spinach (chopped)
    2 cup

    Italian salad dressing (fat-free)
    1/4 cup

  • Low Carb Lunchbox

    Low Carb Lunchbox

    How to Make Low Carb Lunchbox

    Pack your lunch the night before to start your morning with little stress! This power lunch is packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to power you through your day. Plus it’s quick and easy to assemble!


    15 min prep time


    1serving


    1 lunchbox

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Assemble the sandwich by layering the ham, cheese, and avocado on the lettuce leaf, then roll it tightly and wrap in plastic wrap. Serve the sandwich with the egg whites, almonds, green apple, and baby carrots.
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    Kid Friendly
    Lunch
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    1 Serving



    • Serving Size

      1 lunchbox


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      360

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      18g

      23%

      • Saturated Fat
        3.5g

        18%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      500mg

      22%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      33g

      12%

      • Dietary Fiber
        10g

        36%
      • Total Sugars
        19g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      21g

    • Potassium
      820mg
      17%

    Ingredients

    reduced-sodium deli ham
    1 1/2 oz

    reduced-fat colby jack cheese
    1/2 oz

    avocado (mashed)
    1/4

    large bibb lettuce leaf
    1

    hard-boiled egg whites
    2

    unsalted roasted almonds
    12

    green apple (whole or sliced)
    1

    baby carrots
    3

  • Lentil Salad

    Lentil Salad

    How to Make Lentil Salad

    There’s no need to soak dry lentils before cooking. That makes this quick recipe ready in just 20 minutes.


    20 min prep time


    6servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Combine lentils, water and garlic in a pot over medium heat. Simmer for 15 minutes until the lentils are tender. Drain lentils and run under cold water. Discard the garlic.
    2. While the lentils are cooking, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
    3. In a salad bowl, add lentils, green onion, green pepper and tomatoes. Drizzle dressing over lentils and mix to combine. Refrigerate until serving.
    Veggie Rich
    Low Sodium
    Fiber Focused
    Mediterranean
    Salads
    Quick & Easy
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      170

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      21g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        8g

        29%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      440mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    lentils (sorted and rinsed)
    1 cup

    water
    3 cup

    garlic (sliced in half)
    1 clove

    green onion (sliced)
    1

    green pepper (diced)
    1/2 cup

    grape tomatoes (halved)
    1 cup

    Juice of 1 lemon
    1

    olive oil
    3 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    parsley (dried)
    1/4 tsp

  • Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt

    Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt

    How to Make Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt

    Serve this frozen yogurt with fresh raspberries for a festive dessert.


    15 min prep time


    6servings


    ½ cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Prepare an ice cream maker if using. If not using, omit this step.
    2. Combine Splenda Sugar Blend, water, thyme, lemon zest and lemon juice in a small sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then remove from heat to cool. Remove thyme sprig.
    3. Once the lemon mixture is cooled, whisk in to the Greek yogurt. Pour into the ice cream maker and churn until frozen and thick. Serve immediately and freeze leftovers in a plastic container.
    4. If not using an ice cream maker, whip mixture with an electric mixer or by hand with a whisk for 3 minutes. Add to a plastic container and freeze.
    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Comfort Food
    Vegetarian
    Foodie
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      ½ cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      6g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        6g

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      130mg
      3%

    Ingredients

    Greek style plain yogurt (non-fat)
    3 cup

    lemon (zested and juiced)
    1

    fresh thyme
    1 sprig

    water
    2 tbsp

    low-calorie sugar substitute
    1/2 cup

  • Lentil Stew

    Lentil Stew

    How to Make Lentil Stew

    You can play around with different types of lentils in this stew – try red, yellow, or brown lentils.


    15 min prep time


    45 min cook time


    6servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Add oil to a soup pot over medium high heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, and jalapeno pepper and sauté until the onions turn clear, about 5 minutes.
    2. Add the garlic and sauté 1 additional minute.
    3. Stir in the lentils and add the vegetable broth and water.
    4. Add the bay leaf, salt (optional), and ground black pepper. Bring to a boil. Then, reduce to a simmer. Simmer, covered, for 40 minutes.
    5. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the spinach until the spinach is wilted.
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      165

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      330mg

      14%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      26g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        9g

        32%
      • Total Sugars
        6g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      680mg
      14%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    onion(s) (diced)
    1

    celery (diced)
    2 stalks

    small or 2 medium carrots (peeled and diced)
    3

    jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced)
    1

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    lentils
    1 cup

    low sodium vegetable broth
    4 cup

    water
    1 cup

    bay leaves
    1

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    baby spinach
    4 cup

  • Light And Fluffy Spinach And Cheese Strata

    Light And Fluffy Spinach And Cheese Strata

    How to Make Light And Fluffy Spinach And Cheese Strata

    Author Aviva Goldfarb: “It took me a few attempts, but I finally made the strata of my dreams. In case you aren’t familiar with it, strata is an Italian baked egg and bread dish. This is a great dish to serve at a brunch, especially because you can make it in advance, but it also makes a nice change for a family dinner. Serve with blueberries or blackberries.”

    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


    50 min cook time


    8servings


    2 1/4 × 3 1/4-inch piece

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. DO AHEAD OR DELEGATE: Defrost the spinach, combine and refrigerate the eggs and the milk, shred the cheese, if necessary, and refrigerate, combine the dry seasonings, cube the bread, or fully assemble and refrigerate the strata.
    2. Defrost the spinach in the microwave or on the stovetop. Spray a 9 × 13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cook the bacon, if necessary.
    3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and the milk. Whisk in the cheeses, herbs, garlic powder, and salt. Stir in the spinach, bacon (optional), and bread cubes until the bread is completely moistened. Pour the egg mixture into the baking dish, smoothing it with the back of a spoon, if necessary. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
    4. When you are ready to bake it, remove the strata from the refrigerator and preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake it in the center of the oven, uncovered, for 45–50 minutes until it is browned on the edges and cooked through in the center. Cut into squares to serve.
    5. SLOW COOKER DIRECTIONS: In the slow cooker, whisk together the eggs and the milk, then whisk in the cheeses, herbs, garlic powder, and salt. Stir in the spinach, bacon, and bread cubes until the bread is completely moistened. Cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours. (Slow cooker cooking times may vary—get to know your slow cooker and, if necessary, adjust cooking times accordingly.)
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    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 1/4 × 3 1/4-inch piece


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      200

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      10g

      13%

      • Saturated Fat
        4.3g

        22%
      • Trans Fats
        0.1g

    • Cholesterol
      155mg

      52%

    • Sodium
      420mg

      18%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      15g

    • Potassium
      250mg
      5%

    Ingredients

    frozen spinach (chopped)
    10 oz

    eggs
    6 large

    milk (non-fat or low-fat)
    1 1/2 cup

    cheddar cheese (shredded, reduced-fat)
    1 cup

    Swiss cheese (shredded)
    1/2 cup

    Italian herb blend
    1 tsp

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    bacon ((turkey, pork, or meatless), cooked and diced (optional))
    3 slice

    ciabatta bread (about 1/2 inch thick, cubed, or use any day-old bread (about 4 cups))
    6 slice

  • Lentil Bruschetta

    Lentil Bruschetta

    How to Make Lentil Bruschetta

    To reduce the carbohydrates in this recipe, serve the bruschetta in Belgian endive leaves instead of baguette. This will also make the recipe gluten-free.


    30 min prep time


    14servings


    2 pieces

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    2. In a medium sauce pan, combine lentils and hot water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
    3. While the lentils are cooking, combine tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cucumber, garlic, cilantro, red wine vinegar, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes, feta cheese and ground black pepper. Stir to incorporate and set aside.
    4. Arrange sliced baguette pieces on a large baking sheet. Spray the tops of the bread slices lightly with cooking spray. Bake on the top rack of the oven for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. (See note in step 6).
    5. When the lentils are done cooking, drain and rinse them under cold water. Shake the colander to get rid of all of the water on the lentils, then add them to the bruschetta mixture and stir to incorporate.
    6. To serve, either add the bruschetta mixture to a serving bowl and arrange the toasted baguette around the bowl for self-serve bruschetta, or top each toasted baguette slice with 2 heaping Tbsps. of bruschetta mixture. Note: If you plan to serve the bruschetta on the baguette, you may want to toast the bread a little longer to avoid sogginess.
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    14 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 pieces


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      135

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      23g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      6g

    • Potassium
      210mg
      4%

    Ingredients

    brown lentils (dry)
    1/2 cup

    hot water
    2 cup

    medium tomatoes (seeded and diced)
    2

    medium red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
    1

    red onion (diced)
    1/2 cup

    English cucumber ((seedless or hothouse), diced)
    1/2

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    fresh cilantro (chopped)
    1 tbsp

    red wine vinegar
    2 tbsp

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    crushed red pepper flakes
    1/4 tsp

    feta cheese (reduced fat, crumbled)
    1/4 cup

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

    multigrain baguette (sliced into 28 slices, about 1/4 inch thick)
    1 lbs

    nonstick cooking spray
    1