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  • Black Bean Hummus

    Black Bean Hummus

    How to Make Black Bean Hummus

    Why stop at chickpeas? Sub in black beans and add some cumin for a zesty new take on hummus. Serve with fresh vegetables sticks for dipping.


    0 min cook time


    8servings


    2 Tbsp.

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add more water if consistency is too thick.
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    Kidney-Friendly
    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Mediterranean
    Vegetarian
    Quick & Easy
    Snacks
    Easy Pantry Recipes
    Appetizers
    Holidays & Entertaining
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 Tbsp.


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      40mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      8g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      120mg
      3%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    tahini
    1 tbsp

    cumin
    1/2 tsp

    low sodium canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
    1 (15.5-oz) can

    garlic powder
    1/4 tsp

    water
    2 tbsp

  • Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

    Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

    How to Make Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

    Don’t be surprised when these appetizers are devoured at your next party. This classic take on shrimp proves that sometimes the simplest recipes are crowd pleasers!

    This recipe comes from The Diabetes Cookbook.


    10 min prep time


    6 min cook time


    10servings


    2 shrimp

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat broiler.
    2. Cut each bacon slice crosswise into three pieces. Wrap one piece around each shrimp. Place on baking sheet and broil 2-3 minutes per side, flipping once.
    3. Serve shrimp on lettuce leaves.
    Kidney-Friendly
    CKD Non-Dialysis
    CKD Dialysis
    Low Carb
    Quick & Easy
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Gluten-Free
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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 shrimp


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      90

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.2g

        11%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      50mg

      17%

    • Sodium
      130mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      0g

      0%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        0g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      95mg
      2%

    Ingredients

    bacon
    7 slice

    raw jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
    20

    romaine lettuce
    4 leaves

  • Asian Tofu Stir-Fry

    Asian Tofu Stir-Fry

    How to Make Asian Tofu Stir-Fry

    This tried-and-true stir-fry keeps things simple—and fast—with just six ingredients, but plenty of vegetables, lean protein and whole grains. Like many meals with tofu, it’s budget-friendly to boot! Get experimental with your vegetables! Carrots, broccoli, and snow peas are a classic combo, but you any variety of vegetables that you have on hand, like mushrooms, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, eggplant, onions, cabbage, asparagus, and more!


    5 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    4servings


    1 1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large nonstick skillet or wok, heat 2 Tsp. olive oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu and sauté until golden brown on all sides. Add 1 Tbsp. soy sauce and sauté for 1 more minute. Remove from pan.
    2. Add remaining 2 Tsp. olive oil to skillet and heat. Add vegetables and remaining 1 Tbsp. soy sauce to skillet and sauté for 4 minutes.
    3. Add chicken broth to pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes.
    4. Serve over brown rice.
    Fiber Focused
    Veggie Rich
    Asian
    Easy Pantry Recipes
    Vegetarian
    Vegan
    Quick & Easy
    Main Dish
    Dinner
    Budget Friendly
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      280

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.6g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      380mg

      17%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      37g

      13%

      • Dietary Fiber
        7g

        25%
      • Total Sugars
        7g

    • Protein
      15g

    • Potassium
      710mg
      15%

    Ingredients

    olive oil (divided)
    4 tsp

    firm tofu (drained and cut into 1-inch cubes)
    12 oz

    lower sodium soy sauce (divided use)
    2 tbsp

    fresh or frozen mixed vegetables (such as carrots, broccoli and snow peas)
    24 oz

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

    cooked brown rice
    2 cup

  • Arugula Salad with Mandarin Oranges

    Arugula Salad with Mandarin Oranges

    How to Make Arugula Salad with Mandarin Oranges

    The peppery flavor of baby arugula pairs well with sweet, fresh citrus and crispy bacon in this side salad. Arugula is a nonstarchy vegetable that’s packed with nutrients. Each cup has just 5 calories and 1 gram of carbohydrate along with 10% of a day’s recommended vitamin A and 25% of a day’s recommended vitamin K!

    Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.


    15 min prep time


    5servings


    about 1 1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a salad bowl, mix together arugula, bacon, and orange segments.
    2. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, pepper, and tarragon. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
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    Dinner
    Lunch
    Quick & Easy
    Salads
    Sides
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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      about 1 1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      170

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      12g

      15%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.3g

        12%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      160mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        11g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      320mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    arugula
    5 oz

    bacon (cooked, chopped)
    4 slice

    fresh mandarin, tangerine, or clementine oranges (peeled and segmented)
    4

    fresh orange juice
    1/4 cup

    orange zest (grated)
    1 tsp

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    3 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    dried tarragon
    1/4 tsp

  • Apricot Glazed Chicken

    Apricot Glazed Chicken

    How to Make Apricot Glazed Chicken

    Here’s a new way to enjoy fresh apricots for dinner this spring! Serve this chicken with a whole grain of your choice and an arugula side salad for a complete seasonal meal.


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    4servings


    1 chicken breast

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large skillet, heat 2 Tsp. oil over medium heat. Add the apricots, cut side down, and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Turn the apricots and cook for 1 minute longer. Set aside.
    2. In a small saucepan add the apricot preserves, balsamic vinegar and pepper and bring to a low boil; simmer 3 minutes or until mixture has a glaze-like consistency. Add apricots to the mixture.
    3. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray. Place chicken breasts in dish. Brush each breast with 1 tbsp of apricot glaze and bake 30 minutes. Pour remaining glaze over chicken and serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 chicken breast


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      200

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%

    • Cholesterol
      65mg

      22%

    • Sodium
      60mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        6g

    • Protein
      24g

    • Potassium
      330mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    balsamic vinegar
    1/4 cup

    black pepper (ground )
    1/4 tsp

    Nonstick cooking spray
    1

    olive oil
    2 tsp

    no-sugar-added apricot preserves (sugar-free)
    1/2 cup

    apricots (fresh, pitted and cut into quarters)
    4

    boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 4 oz portions)
    1 lbs

  • Lentil Sloppy Joes

    Lentil Sloppy Joes

    How to Make Lentil Sloppy Joes

    These Lentil Sloppy Joes are a hearty and satisfying plant-based alternative to the classic version. Packed with protein and flavor, they make for a delicious and nutritious meal that is kid-approved! Add a tossed salad on the side to complete your Diabetes Plate. 


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    6servings


    1 hamburger bun & about ½ cup lentil mix

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to soften, 3–4 minutes. 

    2. Add the broth and lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover for about 20 minutes, until lentils are tender. 

    3. Stir in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. 

    4. To serve, divide lentils between buns. Top with lettuce and onion rings. 

    5. Serve with a tossed salad on the side. 

    Kid Friendly
    Vegan
    Sandwiches
    Main Dish
    Dinner
    Lunch
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 hamburger bun & about ½ cup lentil mix


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      310

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      400mg

      17%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      55g

      20%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        2g

        4%

    • Protein
      10g

    • Potassium
      361mg
      8%

    Ingredients

    white onion (sliced into 12 thin onion slices)
    1 med

    lettuce
    6 leaves

    whole wheat hamburger buns
    6 whole

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    smoked paprika
    1/2 tsp

    chili powder
    1/2 tsp

    Worcestershire sauce
    1 tbsp

    brown sugar
    1 tbsp

    tomato sauce
    1/4 cup

    lentils (green, rinsed)
    1 cup

    low sodium vegetable broth
    2 cup

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    yellow onion (diced)
    1 small

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tbsp

  • Mediterranean Roll-Ups

    Mediterranean Roll-Ups

    How to Make Mediterranean Roll-Ups

    This wrap makes for a flavorful, tasty lunch that is also a is a great vegetarian option. The best part – it can be made and ready-to-eat in 5 minutes or less.


    5 min prep time


    2servings


    1/2 of a roll-up

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Lay the flour tortilla flat on a cutting board or plate.

    2. Spread the hummus and tabouli in a long row, side by side down the center of the tortilla.

    3. Add romaine lettuce on top.

    4. Add sprouts and chopped tomatoes on top

    5. Get ready to roll! Starting from the edge of a long side, roll it up. 

    6. Cut it in half and enjoy immediately or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap to enjoy later. 

    7. Optional additional step: To eat this as an appetizer, wrap it in plastic wrap and let it “set” in the refrigerator for 2–3 hours. Remove the plastic wrap and cut the rolls into 1-inch slices, using a sawing motion. Serve cut side up on a platter. 

    Fiber Focused
    Veggie Rich
    Mediterranean
    Vegetarian
    Sandwiches
    No Cook
    Cooking for 1 or 2
    Lunch
    Quick & Easy
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 of a roll-up


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      170

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      340mg

      15%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      23g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      6g

    • Potassium
      428mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    whole wheat flour tortillas (10-inch)
    1 large

    hummus
    1/4 cup

    ready-made tabouli
    1/4 cup

    romaine lettuce (chopped)
    1 leaves

    alfalfa or bean sprouts
    1/2 cup

    tomato(es) (chopped)
    1 large

  • Quick Italian Meatloaf

    Quick Italian Meatloaf

    How to Make Quick Italian Meatloaf

    We’re giving this classic comfort dish a diabetes-friendly twist by swapping some ingredients for those that lower the fat and increase the fiber and other nutrients.


    10 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    6servings


    1 (2-inch thick) slice

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

    2. Coat a large loaf pan generously with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup and balsamic vinegar. 

    3. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and half of the ketchup-balsamic mixture. Set aside the other half. Mix the turkey meatloaf ingredients well.  

    4. Spread the mixture evenly into the loaf pan. Top with the remaining ketchup-balsamic mixture. 

    5. Bake for 60 minutes or until it reaches 165 degrees F when checked with a thermometer.

    Kid Friendly
    Italian
    Comfort Food
    American
    Easy Pantry Recipes
    Main Dish
    Dinner
    Quick & Easy
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 (2-inch thick) slice


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      210

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      45mg

      15%

    • Sodium
      360mg

      16%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        6g
      • Added Sugars
        4g

        8%

    • Protein
      24g

    • Potassium
      344mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1 whole

    ketchup
    1/2 cup

    balsamic vinegar
    2 tbsp

    lean ground turkey
    1 1/4 lbs

    onion(s) (finely diced)
    1/2 med

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    dried oregano
    1 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
    1/4 cup

    egg substitute
    1/4 cup

    oatmeal
    1/2 cup