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  • Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

    Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

    How to Make Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

    Chocolate, peanut butter and banana is a winning combination no matter how it’s paired, and this smoothie definitely hits the spot! It’s made with a Splenda® Diabetes Care Shake, which provides sweetness without added sugars, plus high-quality protein and healthy fats. A spoonful of peanut butter and a half-of-a-banana makes this smooth & creamy shake taste decadent & rich, but without compromising healthy eating.


    5 min prep time


    2servings


    9 oz

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until all ingredients are combined and smooth. Divide smoothie between two glasses and serve.

    Low Sodium
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    Breakfast and Brunch
    Cooking for 1 or 2
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      9 oz


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      190

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      11g

      14%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      90mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        7g

        25%
      • Total Sugars
        4g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      390mg
      8%

    Ingredients

    Splenda® Diabetes Care Chocolate Shake
    1 (8-oz) bottle

    frozen banana
    1/2

    chia seeds
    1 tbsp

    peanut butter
    1 tbsp

    ice
    1 cup

  • Cucumber Lemon Water

    Cucumber Lemon Water

    How to Make Cucumber Lemon Water

    Liven up water by infusing it with fruit and herbs! Adding sliced cucumber, lemon, and fresh herbs adds a subtle flavor to plain water without adding any sugar or calories. Try other combinations like watermelon and rosemary, pineapple and mint, or anything else you can come up with!


    5 min prep time


    10servings


    1 cup (8 oz)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Slice the cucumber and lemon into thin slices and add to a large pitcher. 

    2. Gently crush the basil and mint leaves with your hand and add them to the pitcher. Top with 10 cups water. 

    3. Refrigerate water overnight before serving to fully infuse the flavors.

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    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup (8 oz)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      10

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      0mg

      0%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      2g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      23mg
      <1%

    Ingredients

    medium cucumber
    1

    lemon
    1

    fresh basil leaves
    1/4 cup

    fresh mint leaves
    1/4 cup

    water
    10 cups (80 oz)

  • Pineapple Mint Water

    Pineapple Mint Water

    How to Make Pineapple Mint Water

    Liven up water by infusing it with fruit and herbs! Adding cubed pineapple and mint leaves adds a subtle flavor to plain water without adding any sugar or calories. Try other combinations like cucumber and lemon, watermelon and rosemary, or anything else you can come up with!


    5 min prep time


    10servings


    1 cup (8 oz)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Lightly crush the mint leaves in your hand to help release their flavor. Add the mint, pineapple, and water to a pitcher. Refrigerate overnight before serving to fully infuse the flavors.

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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup (8 oz)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      10

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      2g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      21mg
      <1%

    Ingredients

    fresh mint leaves
    12

    cubed pineapple
    1 cup

    water
    10 cups (80 oz)

  • Watermelon Rosemary Water

    Watermelon Rosemary Water

    How to Make Watermelon Rosemary Water

    Liven up water by infusing it with fruit and herbs! Adding cubed watermelon and rosemary sprigs adds a subtle flavor to plain water without adding any sugar or calories. Try other combinations like cucumber and lemon, pineapple and mint, or anything else you can come up with!
     


    5 min prep time


    10servings


    1 cup (8 oz)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Add all ingredients to a pitcher. Refrigerate overnight before serving to infuse flavors.

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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup (8 oz)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      5

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        1g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      20mg
      <1%

    Ingredients

    watermelon (cubed)
    1 cup

    fresh rosemary
    2 sprig

    water
    10 cup

  • Moroccan Avocado Smoothie

    Moroccan Avocado Smoothie

    How to Make Moroccan Avocado Smoothie

    This refreshing smoothie is packed with healthy fats and fiber from avocado and banana. It’s excellent as filling breakfast to-go, or as a pre- or post-workout snack. You can use almond milk or any other nondairy milk for a lower carb, vegan beverage. Or, for something sweeter and fruiter, you could use orange juice. Avocado is great in smoothies because it provides a rich, creamy texture. 
     
    Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

     


    5 min prep time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the avocado, banana, milk, and ice into a blender. Blend until there are no pieces of avocado remaining and the mixture is smooth and frothy. Divide into chilled glasses and enjoy.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.8g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      35mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      300mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    ripe avocado (pitted and peeled)
    1

    overripe banana
    1

    unsweetened almond milk or orange juice
    1 cup

    ice
    1 cup

  • Almond Milk Cooler

    Almond Milk Cooler

    How to Make Almond Milk Cooler

    Almond milk is an extremely popular drink in Sicily and Tunisia. Sweetened versions are made when almonds are fresh. This drink can be enjoyed any time of day.

    Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.
     

     


    1 hr prep time


    5 min cook time


    9servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Bring the almonds, milk, and lemon zest to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
    2. Transfer the almond mixture to a blender. Remove the middle spout from the lid, place a towel over the hole, and puree the almond mixture until smooth.
    3. Stir in the agave nectar, and add the ice cubes. Process until smooth, and whip until frothy. Chill in clear glasses for an hour or until cold, then serve.
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    9 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      210

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      14g

      18%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      40mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        10g

    • Protein
      8g

    • Potassium
      300mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    blanched almonds
    1 2/3 cups

    skim milk
    3 cup

    light agave nectar
    3 tbsp

    lemon zest
    1 tsp

    ice cubes
    10

  • Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water

    Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water

    How to Make Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water

    Quench your thirst with fizzy, flavored water, not just plain ol’ water. At just 5 calories, it’s refreshing and tasty.


    5 min prep time


    0 min cook time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Puree the strawberries, mint leaves, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of the sparkling water in a blender on low speed until smooth, at least 30 seconds.

    2. Pour the puree into a serving pitcher. Very slowly pour in the remaining sparkling water.

    3. Serve chilled over ice in tall beverage glasses. Garnish each with a sprig of fresh mint.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      5

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      32mg
      <1%

    Ingredients

    sparkling water (divided)
    3 1/2 cup

    lemon juice
    2 tsp

    fresh mint ( plus 4 mint sprigs, divided)
    4 leaves

    strawberries (stemmed)
    4 large

  • Papaya Lassi

    Papaya Lassi

    How to Make Papaya Lassi

    This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook, by May Abraham Fridel.


    about 5 min prep time


    6servings


    4 oz

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Combine all lassi ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.
    2. Serve in 6 tall thin glasses and garnish with mint leaves and ground cardamom before serving.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      4 oz


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      40

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.1g

        <1%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      15mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      6g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      110mg
      2%

    Ingredients

    small (8-oz / 230-g) ripe papaya (seeds removed and cut into 1/2-inch / 13-mm cubes)
    1

    Greek yogurt (plain fat-free)
    1 cup

    honey
    1 tsp

    water
    1 cup

    Juice of ½ lime
    1

    ice cubes
    1/4 cup

    cardamom (ground)
    1/4 tsp

    bunch mint leaves (stems removed)
    1

    cardamom (ground)
    1/4 tsp

  • Almond Joy Hot Chocolate

    Almond Joy Hot Chocolate

    How to Make Almond Joy Hot Chocolate

    It’s good to save sweets for special occasions. Enjoy this warm drink by substituting it for some of the carbohydrates in your meal or snack.


    4servings


    1 cup + 2 Tbsps. whipped topping + 1 Tbsp. sliced almonds

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Add almonds to a dry sauté pan over medium-high heat and sauté until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
    2. Add almond milk, cocoa powder, Splenda, and coconut extract to a blender and blend until incorporated and slightly foamy.
    3. Add hot chocolate mixture to a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
    4. Add one cup of hot chocolate to a coffee mug, top with 2 Tbsps. whipped topping and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. cooled, toasted almonds.
    5. Repeat for three remaining coffee mugs.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup + 2 Tbsps. whipped topping + 1 Tbsp. sliced almonds


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      105

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.9g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      190mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      320mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    unsweetened almond milk
    4 cup

    almonds (sliced)
    1/4 cup

    cocoa powder
    1/4 cup

    low-calorie sugar substitute
    1/4 cup

    coconut extract
    1/2 tsp

    whipped topping (fat-free)
    1/2 cup

  • Almond, Wild Blueberry, And Flax Smoothie

    Almond, Wild Blueberry, And Flax Smoothie

    How to Make Almond, Wild Blueberry, And Flax Smoothie

    This quick-and-easy breakfast has everything you need to wake up and keep going all morning long. Blueberries provide an almost unmatched amount of antioxidants—especially wild blueberries; freshly squeezed lime juice helps detoxify the body and brighten the flavors; mint promotes digestion and stimulates the senses; and flax meal and almond flour offer a double dose of fiber. If you don’t have blueberries on hand, feel free to swap in the same amount of strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries instead.


    5 min prep time


    3servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and purée until smooth.
    2. Divide smoothie among 3 glasses and enjoy immediately.
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    3 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      15mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      21g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        12g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      210mg
      4%

    Ingredients

    fresh or frozen wild blueberries
    1 1/2 cup

    unsweetened almond milk
    1 1/2 cup

    almond flour
    2 tbsp

    ground flax seed
    3 tbsp

    packed fresh mint leaves
    1 tbsp

    lime juice (freshly squeezed)
    2

    raw honey
    2 tbsp

    ice
    1 cup