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  • Fillet with Shallot, Zucchini & Tomato

    Fillet with Shallot, Zucchini & Tomato

    How to Make Fillet with Shallot, Zucchini & Tomato

    This dish is filled with color and extra nutrients from the added veggies.


    4servings


    1/4 of recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat sauté pan and lightly film with olive oil. Sauté shallot and garlic until shallot starts to become translucent. Add zucchini and sauté 1-2 minutes. Remove from pan.
    2. Add fish and sauté until golden on each side. Add white wine or stock to deglaze pan. Add chopped tomatoes and fresh basil. Heat thoroughly.
    3. Serve with a pasta, rice, couscous, or crusty whole-grain Italian bread.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 of recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      195

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%

    • Cholesterol
      35mg

      12%

    • Sodium
      520mg

      23%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      10g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%

    • Protein
      26g

    Ingredients

    thick white fillet of fish (cut into 4 portions (cod, snapper, thick flounder, or thick tilapia))
    1 lbs

    fine sea salt
    3/4 tsp

    ground black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tsp

    shallots (minced)
    2

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    small zucchini (4-6 inches long, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
    4

    dry white wine or chicken or fish stock
    3/4 cup

    very ripe plum tomatoes (chopped)
    4

    fresh basil (chopped)
    1/2 cup

  • Fiesta Tostadas (Mexican Pizza)

    Fiesta Tostadas (Mexican Pizza)

    How to Make Fiesta Tostadas (Mexican Pizza)

    This recipe, which can also be called Mexican Pizza, was inspired by an idea from author Aviva Goldfarb’s friend, Jill Rabach. It marries two recipes that are kid-favorites: tacos and pizza. Aviva’s family liked them so much that she had to make another batch immediately, so she just doubled the recipe!


    10 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    8servings


    1 tostada

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. DO AHEAD OR DELEGATE: Slice the olives or sausage if using, and shred the cheddar cheese if necessary, and refrigerate.
    2. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with silicone baking mats or nonstick cooking spray. Put the tortillas on the baking sheets, spread a thin layer of refried beans on each (about 2 tablespoon per tortilla), and top each tortilla with about 1 tablespoon beans, 1 tablespoon avocado, 1 teaspoon corn, 1 teaspoon olives, and 1 tablespoon cheese (we like them best when spread lightly with the refried beans and not overloaded with toppings).
    3. Bake for about 10 minutes until the tortillas get browned and crunchy. (Meanwhile, make the ranch dressing and cut up the vegetables, if you are serving them.) Serve the tostadas immediately.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 tostada


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      225

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.4g

        12%
      • Trans Fats
        0.1g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      385mg

      17%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      32g

      12%

      • Dietary Fiber
        7g

        25%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      350mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    large whole-wheat tortillas
    8

    refried beans
    1 cup

    canned black beans (low-sodium, drained and rinsed)
    1/2 cup

    avocado (diced)
    1

    frozen corn kernels (no need to thaw)
    1/4 cup

    sliced back olives (Alternatively you could use sausage, pepperoni, or chorizo.)
    1/4 cup

    cheddar cheese, or use Mexican blend, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack (shredded)
    1/2 cup

  • Feelin’ Your Oats Burgers

    Feelin’ Your Oats Burgers

    How to Make Feelin’ Your Oats Burgers

    In this recipe, author Steve Petusevsky has you make a rectangular patty from the oat mixture and then cut it into individual burgers. However, you can shape the burgers by stamping rounds with a glass. Nutritional yeast is available at natural food stores.


    15 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    12servings


    1 burger

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the water, soy sauce or tamari, onions, celery, herbs, walnuts, and yeast, if using, in a large saucepan.
    2. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 4 minutes and then add oats. Stirring constantly, simmer 5 minutes until the mixture is the consistency of really thick wet sand.
    3. Scoop the mixture into an 11 × 7–inch baking pan. Pat the mixture until it is spread evenly.
    4. Preheat oven to 375ºF. Place the uncovered pan in the center of the oven and bake about 30 minutes.
    5. Remove pan from oven and cool slightly. Keep oven set to 375ºF.
    6. With a spatula, cut oat mixture into rectangular burgers. Remove burgers to a baking pan with sides and bake another 10 minutes until crisp.
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    Nutrition facts

    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 burger


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      145

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      190mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      23g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      165mg

      4%

    Ingredients

    water
    4 cup

    soy sauce or tamari (reduced-sodium)
    1/4 cup

    onions (chopped)
    1 cup

    rib celery (chopped)
    1

    Italian herb blend (dried, oregano, rosemary, and thyme)
    1 tbsp

    walnuts (chopped)
    1/4 cup

    nutritional yeast (optional)
    2

    old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant oats)
    4 1/2 cup

  • Farrotto with Roasted Vegetables and Tilapia

    Farrotto with Roasted Vegetables and Tilapia

    How to Make Farrotto with Roasted Vegetables and Tilapia

    Farrotto is a version of risotto. It’s just made with the whole grain farro instead of white rice!


    20 min prep time


    4servings


    1 ¼ cups farrotto + 1 tilapia filet

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
    2. In a large bowl, toss together the asparagus, eggplant, mushrooms, thyme, garlic, salt (optional), pepper, and all but 1 Tsp. olive oil. Pour the mixture into one layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    3. While the vegetables are roasting, heat the chicken broth in a saucepan to just a simmer. Then reduce heat to keep warm.
    4. Add 1 Tsp. olive oil to another saucepan over medium heat. Add the farro and sauté for 2-3 minutes to toast.
    5. Add 1/2 cup of hot broth to the farro and stir constantly until the liquid is absorbed. Repeat this process until only 1/2 cup of broth is left. Stir in the last 1/2 cup broth and all but 1 Tbsp. of parmesan cheese.
    6. When the vegetables have roasted for 40 minutes, turn the oven to the broil setting, add tilapia filets to the top of the vegetables, and sprinkle each filet with remaining parmesan cheese.
    7. Broil the fish on top of the vegetables for 6-7 minutes, ensure the cheese does not burn and the fish is just cooked through.
    8. Remove fish from vegetables and set aside. Stir roasted vegetables in to farrotto, then serve the fish on top of farrato.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 ¼ cups farrotto + 1 tilapia filet


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      475

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      10g

      13%

      • Saturated Fat
        3.4g

        17%

    • Cholesterol
      60mg

      20%

    • Sodium
      305mg

      13%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      58g

      21%

      • Dietary Fiber
        8g

        29%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      39g

    • Potassium
      1060mg

      23%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    asparagus (trimmed and cut into 1-inch chunks)
    8 oz

    small eggplant (cubed)
    1

    white (button) mushrooms (sliced)
    8 oz

    fresh thyme (leaves removed and stems discarded)
    5 sprig

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    olive oil (reserve 1 Tsp.)
    1 tbsp

    low sodium chicken broth (low-sodium, fat-free)
    4 cup

    quick cooking farro
    1 1/2 cup

    Parmesan cheese (reserve 1 Tbsp.)
    1/3 cup

    tilapia (4-ounce each)
    4

  • Eye Of Round Roast With Garlic Onions

    Eye Of Round Roast With Garlic Onions

    How to Make Eye Of Round Roast With Garlic Onions


    10 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    8servings


    3 ounces cooked beef and 2 tablespoons onion mixture

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 475°F. Combine the coffee granules, chili powder, salt, and pepper and press the mixture on all sides of the beef. Place the roast in the center of a 13 × 9-inch baking pan, arrange onions and garlic around, and drizzle with oil. Bake 20 minutes, turning the beef and stirring the onion mixture after 10 minutes.
    2. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (do not remove roast from oven). Bake 30 minutes or until a thermometer registers 120°F. Turn off oven. Place the roast on a cutting board and let stand 10 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain. Stir the water into the onion mixture in the pan, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan, and place in oven while the beef is resting. Serve with beef.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 ounces cooked beef and 2 tablespoons onion mixture


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      185

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      50mg

      17%

    • Sodium
      335mg

      15%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      5g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      27g

    • Potassium
      310mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    instant coffee granules
    1 tbsp

    chili powder
    1 tbsp

    salt
    1 tsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

    eye-of-round roast (trimmed)
    1

    onion(s) (cut in 1/4-inch thick wedges)
    8 oz

    whole head garlic (about 12–16 cloves, peeled only)
    1

    canola oil
    1 tbsp

    water
    1/2 cup

  • Eggplant Lasagna Roulades

    Eggplant Lasagna Roulades

    How to Make Eggplant Lasagna Roulades

    These roulades make for an elegant—yet easy and nutritious—weeknight dinner. Eggplant slices cook more quickly than lasagna noodles and add nonstarchy vegetables that casseroles and noodle dishes are often missing.


    15 min prep time


    37 min cook time


    5servings


    2 roulades

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375° F. Coat an 8×11-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
    2. Peel eggplant and slice lengthwise into 10 slices. Lay in a microwave-safe dish and add 1 cup of water. Microwave the eggplant for 7 minutes. Remove the eggplant from the pan and set aside to cool.
    3. In a small mixing bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg whites, garlic and dried Italian seasoning.
    4. Pour 1 cup of the marinara sauce into the prepared baking dish. Spread to coat the bottom.
    5. Spoon a scant 1/4 cup of ricotta filling onto one end of an eggplant slice. Roll gently to make a roulade. Place the roulade seam side down in the pan. Repeat for remaining 9 slices of eggplant.
    6. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the top of the eggplant and spread to coat.
    7. Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese over the top and bake for 30 minutes.
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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 roulades


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      230

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.9g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      35mg

      12%

    • Sodium
      470mg

      20%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      29g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        14g

    • Protein
      18g

    • Potassium
      760mg

      16%

    Ingredients

    Nonstick cooking spray
    1

    eggplant
    2 lbs

    water
    1 cup

    ricotta cheese (fat-free)
    2 cup

    egg whites
    2

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    Italian seasoning (dried)
    1 tbsp

    marinara sauce (24.5-ounce jar, light in sodium)
    1

    Parmesan cheese (shredded)
    2 tbsp

  • Eggplant and Chickpea Stew

    Eggplant and Chickpea Stew

    How to Make Eggplant and Chickpea Stew

    This tasty vegetarian entrée gets its unique flavor from the combination of garlic, onions and spices. These help you maximize flavor without adding as much salt.


    5 min prep time


    75 min cook time


    4servings


    1 ½ cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. 

    2. Add diced onions and garlic, and cook until onions are soft. 

    3. Stir in the eggplant, chickpeas, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. 

    4. Reduce heat to low, and cover the pot. Cook the stew for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until eggplant is very tender.

    5. Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and add onion slices. Fry until golden, and remove from heat. 

    6. When stew is finished, place in serving bowls and top with fried onions and cilantro.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 ½ cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      270

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      190mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      43g

      16%

      • Dietary Fiber
        14g

        50%
      • Total Sugars
        13g

    • Protein
      10g

    • Potassium
      1016mg

      22%

    Ingredients

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
    4 tsp

    yellow onion (1 diced and 1 sliced)
    2 med

    garlic (minced)
    3 clove

    eggplant (cubed)
    1 lbs

    chickpeas (garbanzo beans) (no-salt-added)
    2 cup

    cumin
    1 tsp

    ground cinnamon
    1 tsp

    ground coriander
    1 tsp

    canned tomatoes (no-salt added, diced or chopped)
    28 oz

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    cilantro (freshly chopped)
    1/4 cup

  • Dijon Chicken w/ Zucchini & Tomatoes

    Dijon Chicken w/ Zucchini & Tomatoes

    How to Make Dijon Chicken w/ Zucchini & Tomatoes

    This chicken dish would go great served over quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free, whole-grain that is packed full of protein and cooks in about 15 minutes. You can now find it at most grocery stores.


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1 chicken breast plus 3/4 cup vegetables

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a large baking dish with cooking spray. In a small bowl combine zucchini, tomatoes, olive oil, 1/8 Tsp. black pepper and toss to coat. Set aside.
    2. In another small bowl mix together lemon juice and Dijon mustard. Set aside
    3. Season chicken breasts on both sides with 1/8 Tsp. pepper, garlic powder and oregano. Place chicken breasts in baking dish and brush top with mustard mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
    4. Pour zucchini and tomatoes around chicken in baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes or until done.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 chicken breast plus 3/4 cup vegetables


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      205

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.6g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      65mg

      22%

    • Sodium
      265mg

      12%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      8g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%

    • Protein
      27g

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    medium zucchini (cut into 1/4-inch rounds)
    2

    grape tomatoes
    10 oz

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    black pepper (ground, divided)
    1/4 tsp

    lemon (juiced)
    1/2

    Dijon Mustard
    2 tbsp

    chicken breasts (4-ounce each, boneless, skinless)
    4

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    dried oregano (dried)
    1 tsp

    Parmesan cheese (freshly grated )
    1 tbsp

  • Dijon Salmon

    Dijon Salmon

    How to Make Dijon Salmon

    You can use frozen salmon filets for this Salmon Dijon recipe, but be sure they are completely thawed before using. The best way to thaw the fish is in the refrigerator overnight, so plan ahead.

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


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1 salmon fillet

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
    2. Toast the whole wheat bread and then place the toast and chopped parsley in a food processor and pulse to make bread crumbs. Do not over mix.
    3. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, onion and Splenda Brown Sugar Blend.
    4. Season each side of the four salmon filets with salt (optional) and pepper.
    5. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place salmon filets on baking sheet and divide the Dijon mixture evenly among each filet. Sprinkle the top of each filet evenly with whole wheat breadcrumbs.
    6. Bake the filets for 15 minutes or until salmon is tender and flakes with a fork.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 salmon fillet


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      300

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      16g

      21%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.9g

        15%

    • Cholesterol
      60mg

      20%

    • Sodium
      490mg

      21%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      25g

    • Potassium
      500mg

      11%

    Ingredients

    whole wheat bread (2 grams of fiber or more per slice)
    2 slice

    parsley (chopped)
    1/4 cup

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    Dijon Mustard
    1/4 cup

    garlic (minced or grated)
    2 clove

    onion(s) (minced)
    1/4 cup

    low-calorie brown sugar substitute
    1 tbsp

    salmon filets (4-ounce each, skinless)
    4

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

  • Crustless Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

    Crustless Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

    How to Make Crustless Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

    This low-carb breakfast recipe is designed for two. Perfect for a hearty breakfast, but also works for lunch or dinner.


    10 min prep time


    37 min cook time


    2servings


    1 quiche

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray two 10-ounce ovenproof custard cups or individual pie pans with cooking spray. Place on a shallow baking sheet.

    2. In a large non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the mushrooms and green onions for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

    3. Stir in the port. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant. 

    4. Remove from heat. Add the spinach. Using a spoon, separate it into small pieces.

    5. Put the cornstarch in a medium bowl. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking to dissolve it. Whisk in the remaining ingredients and stir in the mushroom mixture. Divide between the custard cups.

    6. Bake for 30 minutes or until the centers are puffed and set (they don’t jiggle when gently shaken). Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. 

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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 quiche


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      200

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      330mg

      14%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        10g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      17g

    • Potassium
      973mg

      21%

    Ingredients

    canola oil
    1 tsp

    Portobello mushrooms (stemmed and sliced)
    6 oz

    green onion (scallion) (chopped)
    3 stalks

    port
    2 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
    1 cup

    Cornstarch
    1 tsp

    skim milk
    3/4 cup

    egg substitute
    1/2 cup

    part-skim mozzarella (shredded)
    2 tbsp

    Parmesan cheese (grated)
    1 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tbsp

    ground nutmeg
    1 tsp