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  • 4-Layer Stuffed Avocado

    4-Layer Stuffed Avocado

    How to Make 4-Layer Stuffed Avocado

    Avocados are filled with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and are a low-carb source of fiber. Here we top half an avocado with black beans and salsa for simple southwest snack or side dish. You can use your favorite jarred salsa, or try this recipe for homemade Almost Smooth Salsa.


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1 avocado half

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the beans in a small bowl. Using the back of a fork, mash
      until they reach an almost smooth consistency.
    2. Cut avocados in half and remove the pits.
      In the center of each avocado, layer 1 tablespoon of the beans,
      1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt, and 1 tablespoon of salsa and
      sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of cheese. Sprinkle the salt evenly over
      the avocados. Serve each avocado half with 1 slice of lime to
      squeeze over the dish.
    Fiber Focused
    Low Carb
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Gluten-Free
    Lunch
    No Cook
    Quick & Easy
    Sides
    Snacks
    Vegetarian
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 avocado half


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      12g

      15%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      180mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      490mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    black beans (drained and rinsed)
    1/3 cup

    avocados
    2

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    4 tbsp

    salsa
    4 tbsp

    reduced-fat shredded cheddar or Mexican-style cheese
    4 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    lime (quartered)
    1

  • Almost Smooth Salsa

    Almost Smooth Salsa

    How to Make Almost Smooth Salsa

    Are you a smooth or chunky salsa lover? If you like your salsa smooth, then blend until smooth. If you like your salsa chunky, then skip the blending altogether.

    Find this recipe and more in The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook, by Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND

     


    15 min prep time


    12servings


    2 tbsps

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro
      to a medium bowl. Add the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black
      pepper. Toss to evenly coat.
    2. Using an immersion blender, blend until almost smooth,
      leaving some chunks in the salsa.
    CKD Dialysis
    CKD Non-Dialysis
    Kidney-Friendly
    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Gluten-Free
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Quick & Easy
    Salad Dressings & Condiments
    Sauces
    Snacks
    Vegan
    Vegetarian
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    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 tbsps


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      15

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      1g

      1%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.2g

        1%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

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

        0%

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      65mg
      1%

    Ingredients

    roma (plum) tomatoes (diced)
    2

    green bell pepper (diced)
    1/4

    red onion (diced)
    1/4

    jalapeño pepper (seeded, veins removed, diced)
    1/2

    chopped fresh cilantro
    3 tbsp

    lime juice
    1 tbsp

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

  • Ajiaco (English)

    Ajiaco (English)

    How to Make Ajiaco (English)

    There are many variations of ajiaco. This one uses fresh chard.


    9servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Season with hot sauce and place egg slice in each bowl before serving.
    2. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in small skillet and brown onion. Add to stockpot, along with remaining ingredients except hot sauce and egg. Simmer for 20 minutes.
    3. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in large stockpot and brown meat 4–5 minutes. Add broth and water and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
    Caribbean
    Latin American
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Appetizers
    Lunch
    Main Dish
    Sides
    Soup
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    9 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      230

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      85mg

      28%

    • Sodium
      330mg

      14%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      26g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      16g

    Ingredients

    white onion (peeled and cut into thin vertical slices)
    1 large

    water
    2 cup

    low-fat, low-sodium beef broth
    4 cup

    beef stew meat
    1 1/2 lbs

    canola oil (divided)
    2 tbsp

    hard-boiled egg (sliced)
    2

    hot sauce
    to taste

    fresh parsley (chopped)
    1 tbsp

    celery (chopped)
    1/2 cup

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    salt
    1 tsp

    dried oregano
    1/2 tsp

    garlic cloves (minced)
    1

    swiss chard (washed and chopped)
    1 cup

    large carrots (julienned)
    2

    medium potatoes (each peeled and quartered)
    8

  • Beef Fajitas

    Beef Fajitas

    How to Make Beef Fajitas

    Use leftover steak from this Coffee-Rubbed Steak recipe for a super easy weeknight dinner! Or start with a 1-1/2 pound strip steak, cooked on the grill or stovetop to your desired doneness. 

     


    10 min prep time


    10 min cook time


    4servings


    1 fajita

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes. Add the cooked sliced steak and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes to warm. Sprinkle with salt.

    2. Wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave on high for 1 minute.

    3. Place each tortilla on a plate. Divide the steak, onions, and peppers among the 4 tortillas. Wrap and serve. These fajitas go well with a green salad.

    Fiber Focused
    Mexican/Southwestern
    One Pot
    Budget Friendly
    Dinner
    Lunch
    Quick & Easy
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 fajita


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      470

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      18g

      23%

      • Saturated Fat
        5.8g

        29%
      • Trans Fats
        0.5g

    • Cholesterol
      115mg

      38%

    • Sodium
      510mg

      22%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      31g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      45g

    • Potassium
      820mg
      17%

    Ingredients

    canola oil
    2 tsp

    onion(s) (sliced)
    2 cup

    bell peppers (sliced)
    2 cup

    lean strip steak (cooked, sliced)
    20 oz

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    whole wheat flour tortillas
    4 (8-inch)

  • Fennel, Radish, and Orange Salad

    Fennel, Radish, and Orange Salad

    How to Make Fennel, Radish, and Orange Salad

    This colorful salad is full of surprising flavors—sweetness from the orange, richness from the fennel, and a little bit of spice from the radish and arugula.


    15 min prep time


    6servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Whisk together the vinegar, oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the oranges, fennel, radishes, and mint; toss until well mixed.

    2. Serve over a bed of arugula.

    Veggie Rich
    Fiber Focused
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Latin American
    Salads
    Vegetarian
    Sides
    No Cook
    Foodie
    Quick & Easy
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      110

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      240mg

      10%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      16g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        11g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      520mg
      11%

    Ingredients

    sherry vinegar
    2 tbsp

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    honey
    1 tsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    navel oranges (peeled and cut into wedges)
    2 (about 1 1/2 lbs total)

    fennel bulb (halved, cored, and thinly sliced)
    1 large (about 1 lb)

    radishes (thinly sliced)
    6 whole

    chopped fresh mint
    1/4 cup

    baby arugula
    5 oz (about 6 cups)

  • Kidney Bean Stew

    Kidney Bean Stew

    How to Make Kidney Bean Stew

    Beans are a staple in Latin cuisine: Cuban black beans, Mexican refried pinto beans, etc. These red kidney beans are popular in Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine.

    Receta en Español aquí


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    6servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
    2. Add the pumpkin, beans, broth, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook until the pumpkin is tender, 10–12 minutes. Toss in the cilantro and stir.
    Fiber Focused
    Low Sodium
    Latin American
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Budget Friendly
    Dinner
    Lunch
    Main Dish
    One Pot
    Vegetarian
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      120

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      115mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      6g

    • Potassium
      490mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    onion (finely chopped)
    1

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    peeled, cubed pumpkin or butterut squash
    1 cup (about 7 oz)

    no-salt-added red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
    1 (15.5-oz) can

    unsalted chicken broth
    1 1/2 cup

    no-salt-added tomato sauce
    1/4 cup

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    chopped cilantro
    1/4 cup

  • Air Fryer Sweet Potato Nachos

    Air Fryer Sweet Potato Nachos

    How to Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Nachos

    The air fryer makes it easy to make crispy homemade sweet potato chips that are low in fat. Topping these veggie-rich nachos with frozen chopped vegetables makes it quick and easy to prepare this dish that can serve as an appetizer for a crowd, or a vegetarian entree.


    12 min prep time


    22 min cook time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the sweet potato slices evenly in the air fryer basket. Spray with nonstick cooking spray for 1 second. Spoon the frozen vegetables evenly over the potatoes. Place the jalapeño over the vegetables, skin side up. Spray with nonstick cooking spray for 1 second.
    2. Set the temperature to 375° F and air fry for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked. They should be tender but crisp, not soft. Remove the jalapeño pepper and place it in a bowl; cover loosely with a kitchen towel and let stand for 5 minutes.
    3. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the vegetables. Air fry for 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
    4. Using the tip of a sharp knife, remove the browned or charred skin from the jalapeño pepper. Finely chop the pepper.
    5. Using a spatula, lift the potatoes and vegetables out of the air fryer basket and arrange in an even layer on a serving platter. Sprinkle the chopped jalapeño over the vegetables. Top with the salsa, radishes, tomatoes, and lettuce. Add a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of cilantro. Serve immediately.
    Veggie Rich
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Appetizers
    Budget Friendly
    Dinner
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Quick & Easy
    Vegetarian
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      180mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      17g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        6g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      450mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    medium sweet potato (sliced into 1/8-inch thick chips)
    1

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    frozen pepper-and-onion blend (partially thawed and drained)
    1 1/2 cup

    jalapeño pepper (split lengthwise and seeded)
    1

    reduced-fat shredded cheddar or Mexican-style cheese
    1/4 cup

    salsa
    1/4 cup

    julienned or thinly sliced radishes
    2/3 cup

    cherry tomatoes (cut into fourths)
    4

    shredded romaine lettuce
    1/2 cup

    light sour cream
    2 tbsp

    minced fresh cilantro
    1 tbsp

  • Beef Sancocho

    Beef Sancocho

    How to Make Beef Sancocho

    My grandparents would make sancocho over an open fire in their backyard; the wood smoke added so much flavor to the dish. Sancocho comes from the verb sancochar, which means to parboil. It is a very hearty soup common in all of Latin America, made of stewing hen, beef, and innards and served for lunch. Don’t worry; you don’t have to start a fire to make this version!

    Receta en Español: Sancocho Carne de Res

    To make your own salt-free Adobo seasoning, combine 1 tbsp each of lemon pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried parsley, and achiote powder and 1/2 tbsp cumin. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. 


    20 min prep time


    2 hr cook time


    6servings


    1 1/3 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat the oil in a nonstick Dutch oven or large nonstick saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, cubanelle, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
    2. Add the broth, tomato sauce, adobo seasoning, salt, and bay leaves; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low. Cover and simmer until the meat is just tender, about 1 hour.
    3. Add the yucca, plantain, chayote squash, and tomato and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat and vegetables are fork-tender, about 40 minutes.
    4. Remove from the heat. Remove and discard the bay leaves; stir in the cilantro.
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Latin American
    Soup
    One Pot
    Main Dish
    Lunch
    Gluten-Free
    Dinner
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/3 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      230

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.9g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      320mg

      14%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      40g

      15%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        9g

    • Protein
      12g

    • Potassium
      720mg
      15%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    2 tsp

    lean top round beef (cut into 1-inch chunks)
    1/2 lbs

    onion (chopped)
    1

    green bell pepper (chopped)
    1

    cubanelle or anaheim pepper (chopped)
    1

    celery (chopped)
    2 stalks

    garlic (chopped)
    3 clove

    unsalted beef broth
    32 oz

    no-salt-added tomato sauce
    1/4 cup

    Adobo seasoning
    1 tbsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    bay leaves
    3

    fresh or frozen yucca (thawed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
    3/4 lb (about 2 cups)

    green plantain (peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces)
    1

    chayote squash (peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes)
    1

    tomato (chopped)
    1

    chopped fresh cilantro
    1 cup

  • Cucumber Guacamole

    Cucumber Guacamole

    How to Make Cucumber Guacamole

    Who doesn’t love a great guac? While avocados are so good for us and we can enjoy them on a daily basis, minding the serving size is key. Whenever I make guacamole, I try to complement the avocado with a vegetable to bulk it up and reduce the amount of avocado in the recipe. Cucumber is great because it is refreshing and does not alter the flavor. Zucchini would be great too. Serve with sliced radishes or jicama instead of tortilla chips for a low carb snack or appetizer.


    10 min prep time


    6servings


    1/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Coarsely mash the avocado in a medium bowl. Add the tomato, cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, vinegar, jalapeño, and salt until well mixed. Serve with sliced radishes for dipping, if desired.
    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Latin American
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Appetizers
    Gluten-Free
    Holidays & Entertaining
    No Cook
    Quick & Easy
    Snacks
    Vegan
    Vegetarian
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      45

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      4g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      210mg
      4%

    Ingredients

    Hass avocado (pitted and cubed)
    1

    tomato (diced)
    1

    English (seedless) cucumber (finely chopped)
    1/2 (about 4 oz)

    chopped fresh cilantro
    2 tbsp

    lime juice
    1 tbsp

    white wine vinegar
    1 tbsp

    jalapeño pepper (minced)
    1/2

    salt
    1/4 tsp

  • Smoky Shrimp Tostadas with Chipotle Mango Slaw

    Smoky Shrimp Tostadas with Chipotle Mango Slaw

    How to Make Smoky Shrimp Tostadas with Chipotle Mango Slaw

    I don’t know anyone who does not love Mexican food. It has gone mainstream! Nowadays, you can really find all sorts of Mexican ingredients all over the U.S. One thing I have noticed is that the flour tortilla has truly taken over and many people have forgotten about the corn tortilla. Corn tortillas have a great flavor and are much healthier than flour tortillas. One flour tortilla has 110 calories whereas one corn tortilla has just 50 calories! And of course, who can go wrong with shrimp, mango, and chipotle!


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    4servings


    1 tostada

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tortillas, one at a time, and cook until lightly toasted and crisp, about 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
    2. Whisk together the mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice, chipotle chilies, adobo sauce, honey, and salt in a large bowl. Add the coleslaw, mango, and cilantro; toss to coat well.
    3. Sprinkle the shrimp with the chili powder. Heat the oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, in batches, and cook, turning occasionally, until just opaque in center, 2–3 minutes.
    4. Place the tortillas on each of 4 plates. Top each with one-fourth of the coleslaw mixture and one-fourth of the shrimp. Serve at once.
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    Fiber Focused
    Kidney-Friendly
    Latin American
    Mexican/Southwestern
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    Lunch
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 tostada


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      190

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.6g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      60mg

      20%

    • Sodium
      460mg

      20%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      29g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        12g

    • Protein
      10g

    • Potassium
      450mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    6-inch corn tortillas
    4

    reduced-fat mayonnaise
    3 tbsp

    lime (zested and juiced)
    1

    chopped chipotle chilies in adobo
    1 tsp

    adobo sauce from chipotle pepper can
    1 tsp

    honey
    1 tsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    packaged coleslaw mix
    1 (10-oz) bag

    ripe medium mango (cut into 1/2-inch chunks)
    1

    fresh cilantro
    1/2 cup

    wild, never frozen, medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
    1/2 lb (about 20 shrimp)

    chipotle powder
    1 tsp

    olive oil
    1 tsp