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  • Meatloaf Muffins with Sweet Potato Topping

    Meatloaf Muffins with Sweet Potato Topping

    How to Make Meatloaf Muffins with Sweet Potato Topping

    This healthy meal is super easy and delicious. Not to mention – it bakes more quickly than a large meat loaf because of the smaller muffin size.


    20 min prep time


    50 min cook time


    12servings


    1 muffin

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a muffin pan with muffin papers.
    2. Clean the potatoes and prick them several times with a fork. Bake the potatoes in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove the potatoes from the oven and microwave them for an additional 5 minutes or until soft. Remove the skins from the potatoes and place the potatoes into a medium bowl. Mash with a potato masher and whisk in the margarine. Mix well.
    3. In a medium bowl, mix together the meatloaf ingredients.
    4. Scoop about 1/4 cup meatloaf mixture into each lined muffin cup. Bake for 25 minutes.
    5. Top each cooked meatloaf muffin with a scoop of sweet potatoes.
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    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 muffin


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      150

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0.1g

    • Cholesterol
      50mg

      17%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      350mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    sweet potatoes
    2 (about 24 oz total)

    margarine (trans-fat-free)
    1 tbsp

    lean ground turkey
    20 oz

    eggs (slightly beaten)
    1

    chili powder
    1 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    garlic powder
    1 tsp

    onion(s) (finely diced)
    1/3 cup

    cornmeal or oats (gluten-free oats if following gluten-free diet)
    1/2 cup

    ketchup
    2 tbsp

  • Meatball Kabobs

    Meatball Kabobs

    How to Make Meatball Kabobs

    These meatballs make a fun family meal. Or, you can also serve them on a platter as an appetizer next time you are entertaining.


    20 min prep time


    6servings


    2 kabobs

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
    2. Combine the egg whites, Parmesan cheese, garlic, ground turkey, salt (optional), and pepper. Mix well and make 12 meatballs. Refrigerate the meatballs for at least 30 minutes.
    3. Skewer 2 meatballs, 2 tomatoes, 1 mushroom, and 1 piece of onion alternating on each skewer.
    4. In a small bowl, whisk the balsamic vinegar and olive oil together.
    5. Place the kabobs on the baking sheet and brush the kabobs on all sides with the balsamic and olive oil mixture. Reserve the marinade.
    6. Bake the kabobs for 10 minutes. Brush all sides with the marinade again and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. The meatballs should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F.
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 kabobs


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      200

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.5g

        13%

    • Cholesterol
      75mg

      25%

    • Sodium
      120mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      22g

    • Potassium
      525mg
      11%

    Ingredients

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    lean ground turkey (93% fat-free)
    20 oz

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    Parmesan cheese (grated)
    2 tbsp

    egg whites
    2

    pepper
    1/4 tsp

    fresh cremini mushrooms ((baby portabella mushrooms), cut in half if needed to make 12 pieces)
    8 oz

    grape or cherry tomatoes
    24

    medium onion (halved, then quartered, then each quarter cut into 3 (for a total of 12 onion pieces))
    1

    balsamic vinegar
    1/4 cup

    olive oil
    1 tsp

    bamboo skewers
    12

  • Marinated Grilled Chicken with Zucchini

    Marinated Grilled Chicken with Zucchini

    How to Make Marinated Grilled Chicken with Zucchini

    This delicious dish is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Just remember to marinade the chicken the night before if you want extra flavor.


    1 hr prep time


    4servings


    4 ounces chicken tenders and 1/2 cup zucchini rounds

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients. Place the chicken tenderloins in a large plastic storage bag. Pour marinade over tenderloins and coat well. Seal bag and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight.
    2. Spray grill with cooking spray and preheat to medium-high. Place chicken tenderloins on grill and brush with any remaining marinade. Grill about 4-5 minutes per side or until done.
    3. Brush zucchini with olive oil. Grill 3-5 minutes per side. Serve chicken tenderloins with zucchini rounds.
    4. Confirm ingredients are gluten-free and this recipe can be made gluten-free.
    Low Sodium
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    Grilling
    Quick & Easy
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      4 ounces chicken tenders and 1/2 cup zucchini rounds


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      250

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      13g

      17%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.2g

        11%

    • Cholesterol
      65mg

      22%

    • Sodium
      70mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      25g

    • Potassium
      520mg
      11%

    Ingredients

    Juice of 2 clementine oranges
    1/2 cup

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    chicken tenderloins (boneless)
    1 lbs

    medium zucchini (sliced into 1/2-inch circles)
    2

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

  • 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
    Low Carb
    Veggie Rich
    Kid Friendly
    Vegetarian
    Snacks
    Sides
    Salad Dressings & Condiments
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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.
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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

  • 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
    Sides
    Vegetarian
    Gluten-Free
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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.
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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

  • Lemon Chiffon With Fresh Berries

    Lemon Chiffon With Fresh Berries

    How to Make Lemon Chiffon With Fresh Berries

    Author Barbara Seelig-Brown says, “This deliciously sweet tart dessert is very refreshing with a melt-in-your-mouth quality. It is light enough to enjoy without feeling guilty. Including fruit in a dessert helps to reduce the calorie and fat content. You can make it a day or two before a party and it will be even better once the flavors have blended.”


    70 min prep time


    10 min cook time


    6servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place lemon juice and sugar substitute in saucepan. Heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.

    2. Crack eggs into the bowl and whisk well. Slowly pour the lemon sugar mix into the eggs while whisking. Whisk for 1 minute, then return the egg mixture to the saucepan. 

    3. Whisk and cook on low to medium for several minutes until the egg mixture thickens. (The more you whisk, the lighter the mixture will be.) This will take 2-5 minutes depending on your equipment. The mixture is ready to be removed from heat when it coats the back of a spoon. 

    4. Refrigerate for one hour or more. It will thicken more as it cools.

    5. Place some of the lemon chiffon in a dessert glass or bowl and spoon berries over top. Alternate layers of lemon cream and berries. Top with berries.

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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      110mg

      37%

    • Sodium
      40mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      22g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      140mg
      3%

    Ingredients

    lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
    1/3 cup

    low-calorie sugar substitute
    1/2 cup

    eggs
    4 large

    fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries)
    3 cup

  • Kid-Friendly Raspberry Smoothie Pops

    Kid-Friendly Raspberry Smoothie Pops

    How to Make Kid-Friendly Raspberry Smoothie Pops

    Try these tasty and easy smoothie pops that go perfect on a hot summer day. With a lower carb and sugar content than store-bought popsicles, both kids and adults will love this diabetes-friendly treat.


    5 min prep time


    4servings


    1 pop

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a blender mix together all ingredients until smooth.
    2. Pour smoothie mixture evenly into 4 ice pop molds. Insert ice pop handle on top. Place upright and freeze until solid; about 3 hours.
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 pop


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0.5g

      <1%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.2g

        1%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      20mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        8g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      230mg
      5%

    Ingredients

    small banana
    1

    unsweetened frozen raspberries
    1 cup

    Greek berry yogurt (non-fat)
    2 oz

    skim milk
    1/2 cup

  • Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers

    Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers

    How to Make Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers

    Do you need a healthy dinner for the entire family? These baked chicken fingers are coated in cornmeal, which is considered a whole-grain, and makes a crispy coating. They also taste great served over salad greens.

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


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    5servings


    2 chicken strips

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray
    2. In a shallow dish, mix together the cornmeal, garlic powder, black pepper, and thyme.
    3. In another shallow baking dish, whisk together the egg, egg whites, and hot sauce.
    4. Dip a chicken breast strip in the egg mixture, and then drench in the cornmeal mixture. Coat well and place on baking sheet. Repeat procedure for the rest of the chicken strips.
    5. Bake for 30 minutes or until done (internal temperature of 165 degrees F). Turn chicken pieces over half way through cooking time.
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    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 chicken strips


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      200

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      90mg

      30%

    • Sodium
      75mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      17g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

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

        0%

    • Protein
      23g

    • Potassium
      220mg
      5%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    cornmeal
    3/4 cup

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    dried thyme
    1/4 tsp

    egg
    1

    egg white
    1

    hot sauce
    1 dash

    boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins (cut into 10 strips)
    1 lbs