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  • Avocado Summer Soup

    Avocado Summer Soup

    How to Make Avocado Summer Soup

    This cool and refreshing avocado soup is not only diabetes-friendly, but it’s a perfect summer dish after a morning at the farmer’s market. Packed with heart healthy fats, it’s also a nutrition powerhouse.

    This recipe from the Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook, by Charles Mattocks. To order this cookbook click here.


    2 hr prep time


    10 min cook time


    8servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Sauté the onion and garlic in the oil until soft and fragrant. Set aside.
    2. Peel and chop the avocado. Purée in a blender or food processor with the onion and garlic mixture, the lime juice, and the sherry.
    3. Add chicken broth and hot sauce. Process until blended. Pour into a large serving bowl and add the chopped cilantro and milk. (Use more or less to achieve desired consistency.)
    4. Add salt to taste and chill for 2–3 hours before serving.
    5. Garnish with more chopped cilantro.
    Veggie Rich
    Caribbean
    Appetizers
    Budget Friendly
    Lunch
    Sides
    Soup
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      125

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      50mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      9g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      380mg
      8%

    Ingredients

    small onion (finely chopped)
    1

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    canola oil
    1 tbsp

    Haas avocados (large ripe )
    2

    lime juice
    1 cup

    dry sherry
    2 tbsp

    can low-sodium chicken stock ( (or 1½ cups homemade chicken broth))
    1

    hot pepper sauce
    1 tsp

    cilantro (chopped fresh)
    2 tbsp

    milk (low-fat)
    2 cup

    Dash kosher salt
    1

  • Asian Edamame And Brown Rice Salad

    Asian Edamame And Brown Rice Salad

    How to Make Asian Edamame And Brown Rice Salad

    Your family will be super-charged after eating this sweet and tangy nutritious rice salad, inspired by a recipe from Today Show nutrition expert Joy Bauer. If you can’t find shelled edamame you can use frozen peas instead. Serve with Hard-Boiled Eggs.


    5 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    6servings


    1 1/4 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. DO AHEAD OR DELEGATE: Cook the rice and the edamame, dice the carrots, slice the scallions, juice the lime, and prepare the salad dressing, or fully prepare and refrigerate the salad.
    2. (Start the eggs first, if you are serving them.) Prepare the rice and edamame according to the package directions and drain the edamame.
    3. In a large bowl, combine the rice, edamame, carrots, scallions, and dried cranberries.
    4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and sweet and hot chili sauces. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently stir in the avocado. The salad can be chilled for up to 2 days before serving, but add the avocado just before serving.
    5. FLAVOR BOOSTER Serve with extra sweet and hot chili sauce and with extra soy sauce. Cook the rice in 1/2 water and 1/2 light coconut milk.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/4 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      245

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.3g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      155mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      35g

      13%

      • Dietary Fiber
        8g

        29%
      • Total Sugars
        7g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      535mg
      11%

    Ingredients

    brown rice
    3/4 cup

    frozen shelled edamame ((about 2 1/2 cups), or use frozen peas)
    12 oz

    carrot(s) (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
    3

    green onion (scallion) (dark and light green parts, thinly sliced)
    3

    cranberries (dried)
    1/4 cup

    lime (juice only, about 2 tablespoons)
    1

    soy sauce (reduced-sodium, (use wheat/gluten-free if needed))
    1 tbsp

    rice wine vinegar
    1 tbsp

    toasted sesame oil
    2

    sweet Asian chili sauce, or substitute mango chutney or apricot jam
    2

    hot chili sauce, or use Tabasco
    1 tsp

    avocado (peeled and diced)
    1

  • Artichokes with Garlic and Oil (Carciofi All’Aglio E Olio)

    Artichokes with Garlic and Oil (Carciofi All’Aglio E Olio)

    How to Make Artichokes with Garlic and Oil (Carciofi All’Aglio E Olio)

    Amy Riolo’s Note: In addition to their creamy texture and buttery flavor, artichokes contain healthful antioxidants. If you’ve never worked with fresh artichokes before, don’t be intimidated. The steps to prepare them are simple, and after cooking them once, you’ll be a pro. When baby artichokes are in season, try using those—they cook in only half the time. When fresh artichokes are not in season, substitute canned, reduced-sodium artichoke hearts or frozen hearts.


    This recipe from The Italian Diabetes Cookbook, by Amy Riolo. To purchase this cookbook directly from the ADA, click here.


    15 min prep time


    35 min cook time


    4servings


    1 artichoke (or 2 baby artichokes)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Soak the artichokes in water to clean; drain and repeat until water is clear. Peel away the outside leaves of the bottom half of the artichokes. Cut off the top quarter of the artichoke (at this point the artichoke should look like a flower, and the tough, dark leaves should all be removed, leaving only lighter-colored, tenderer leaves). If tough, dark green leaves remain, peel those as well. Add juice of 1 lemon to a bowl full of cold water, and place cleaned artichokes inside to avoid discoloration.
    2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add cleaned artichokes. Bring back to a boil on high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer artichokes 25–30 minutes, or until tender. Drain artichokes well, pat dry with a paper towel, and set aside.
    3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until garlic begins to release its aroma, approximately 1 minute. Add artichokes, turn to coat in oil, and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red chile flakes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.
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    Italian
    Mediterranean
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    Sides
    Holidays & Entertaining
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 artichoke (or 2 baby artichokes)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      150

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      10g

      13%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      210mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      420mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    fresh baby artichokes
    12

    lemons, juiced, divided
    2

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    3 tbsp

    garlic, minced
    4 clove

    unrefined sea salt
    1/4 tsp

    freshly ground black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    crushed red chile flakes
    1 pinch

    finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
    1 tsp

  • Arugula, Pear, Walnut & Pecorino Salad

    Arugula, Pear, Walnut & Pecorino Salad

    How to Make Arugula, Pear, Walnut & Pecorino Salad

    Very simple yet beautiful, this is a classic salad in the south of Italy.


    5 min prep time


    6servings


    1/6 recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the arugula in a large salad bowl. Slice the pear as thinly as possible and place on top of the arugula. Sprinkle with walnut halves. Using a vegetable peeler, shave 1/2 ounce of the Pecorino over the salad bowl.
    2. Sprinkle balsamic vinegar over the salad. Sprinkle extra virgin olive oil over the salad. Add pepper. Toss well. Serve.
    CKD Dialysis
    CKD Non-Dialysis
    Kidney-Friendly
    Veggie Rich
    Italian
    Lunch
    Salads
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/6 recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      105

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      55mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      165mg
      4%

    Ingredients

    arugula
    6 oz

    pear
    1

    walnut halves
    1/4 cup

    Pecorino Romano cheese (cold (only 1/2 ounce used))
    1

    balsamic vinegar
    2 tbsp

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

  • Apricot Pine Nut Cous Cous

    Apricot Pine Nut Cous Cous

    How to Make Apricot Pine Nut Cous Cous

    Serve this grain side dish alongside some baked fish or roasted chicken. Add a side of steamed or roasted veggies and you’ve got a tasty balanced meal!


    10 min prep time


    10servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add couscous. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes and fluff with a fork.
    2. Add the remaining ingredients. Toss gently to coat.
    Low Sodium
    Dinner
    Sides
    Vegan
    Vegetarian
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    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      115

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.2g

        1%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      105mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      22g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    Ingredients

    reduced sodium (fat-free chicken broth)
    2 cup

    whole wheat couscous (uncooked)
    1 1/2 cup

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    dried apricots (chopped)
    6

    no-sugar-added apricot preserves
    3 tbsp

    green onion (thinly sliced)
    1

    pine nuts (toasted)
    2 tbsp

  • Apple and Gorgonzola Cheese Salad

    Apple and Gorgonzola Cheese Salad

    How to Make Apple and Gorgonzola Cheese Salad

    This crowd pleaser includes sweet fall apples that balance out the pungent flavor of Gorgonzola cheese. Pair the salad with roasted chicken, turkey or pork tenderloin.


    15 min prep time


    8servings


    about 1 1/4 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Coat the apples with the lemon juice and set aside. Place the carrot slices and mixed greens on a platter. Top with the onion and set aside.
    2. Whisk together the orange and lemon juices, honey and mustard. Slowly add the oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly.
    3. Add the apples to the salad. Top with walnuts and cheese. Drizzle on the vinaigrette.
    Veggie Rich
    Low Sodium
    French
    Quick & Easy
    Lunch
    No Cook
    Salads
    Sides
    Vegetarian
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    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      about 1 1/4 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      150

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      10g

      13%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      95mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        10g

    • Protein
      2g

    Ingredients

    large Braeburn apples (thinly sliced)
    2

    fresh lemon juice
    2 tbsp

    large carrot (peeled and thinly sliced)
    1

    mixed salad greens
    8 cup

    small red onion (thinly sliced)
    1

    fresh orange juice
    2 tbsp

    honey
    1 tbsp

    fresh lemon juice
    2 tbsp

    Dijon Mustard
    2 tsp

    walnut oil
    1/4 cup

    toasted walnut pieces
    1/4 cup

    Gorgonzola cheese (crumbled)
    3 tbsp

  • “Sweet” Potato Fries

    “Sweet” Potato Fries

    How to Make “Sweet” Potato Fries

    Sweet potatoes are packed full of good nutrition providing a good source of vitamin A, fiber and vitamin C. Adults and kids will love these “Sweet” Potato Fries.

    This recipe is from The Diabetes Cookbook. 


    15 min prep time


    35 min cook time


    6servings


    10-12 Fries

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
    2. Place potatoes in a bowl and add oil; toss to coat. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
    3. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 35 minutes or until potatoes are soft.
    Low Sodium
    Kid Friendly
    Vegetarian
    Gluten-Free
    Budget Friendly
    Quick & Easy
    Sides
    Vegan
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      10-12 Fries


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      35mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      27g

      10%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        10g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      460mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges )
    2

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    ground cinnamon
    1 tsp

    Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend
    1/4 cup

  • Wild Rice with Cranberries and Almonds

    Wild Rice with Cranberries and Almonds

    How to Make Wild Rice with Cranberries and Almonds

    Wild rice takes longer to cook than other rice but it has a lower glycemic index of 45 compared to white rice with a glycemic index of 70. This rice is a great holiday side dish too and is crowd-appropriate, making 11 servings.


    10 min prep time


    1 hr 15 min cook time


    11servings


    about 1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
    2. Add the water and chicken broth to the pan and bring to a boil.
    3. Add the rice; cover and cook according to package directions; usually about 50-60 minutes.
    4. Remove the lid and add in the toasted almonds and cranberries; use a fork to mix together.
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    Gluten-Free
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    11 Servings



    • Serving Size

      about 1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      120

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.3g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      50mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      20g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      140mg
      3%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    small onion (diced)
    1

    water
    3 1/2 cup

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

    wild rice
    8 oz

    slivered almonds (toasted)
    1/3 cup

    cranberries (dried)
    1/3 cup

  • Spinach and Sweet Potato Curry (Saag Aloo)

    Spinach and Sweet Potato Curry (Saag Aloo)

    How to Make Spinach and Sweet Potato Curry (Saag Aloo)

    This recipe for a spiced Indian spinach dish replaces the regular potatoes with sweet potatoes for a delicious and healthful new take on curry.


    15 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    6servings


    3/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Add sweet potatoes and 1/2 cup water to a microwave-safe container or steamer with a lid. Microwave for 7-8 minutes or until sweet potatoes are just fork tender. Don’t overcook them.
    2. While the sweet potatoes are steaming, add olive oil to a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until onions turn clear. Add the garlic and sauté 2 more minutes.
    3. Add the salt, pepper, cumin, turmeric, ginger, chili powder and water or broth. Bring to a simmer.
    4. Add in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
    5. Stir in the sweet potatoes to heat through.
    Veggie Rich
    Indian
    Quick & Easy
    Vegetarian
    Foodie
    Dinner
    Lunch
    Sides
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      80

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      240mg

      10%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        4g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      390mg
      8%

    Ingredients

    medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
    2 (about 12 oz total)

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    medium onion (peeled and thinly sliced)
    1

    garlic (grated or minced)
    2 clove

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

    cumin (ground )
    1 tsp

    turmeric
    1 tsp

    ground ginger
    1 tsp

    chili powder
    1 tbsp

    water or vegetable broth
    1 cup

    baby spinach
    5 oz

  • Cauliflower Fried “Rice”

    Cauliflower Fried “Rice”

    How to Make Cauliflower Fried “Rice”

    Finely chopped cauliflower can be a remarkable nonstarchy side that’s lower in calories and carbohydrate than rice. Or make it a main dish by adding chicken breast, shrimp or tofu. To make this recipe even easier, start with packaged “riced” cauliflower that can be found fresh or frozen in many grocery stores. 


    15 min prep time


    13 min cook time


    4servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Cut the cauliflower into small chunks and process in a food processor until rice consistency, or grate the head of cauliflower with a grater; set aside.
    2. Heat 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add carrots and scallions and sauté for 5 minutes.
    3. Add remaining 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil and sesame oil to pan. Add cauliflower “rice” and remaining ingredients and lower heat to medium-low. Cook cauliflower mixture for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently. Cauliflower should be tender, but not mushy.
    Low Carb
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    Asian
    Quick & Easy
    Sides
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      80

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      260mg

      11%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      8g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      360mg
      8%

    Ingredients

    olive oil (divided)
    1 tbsp

    sesame oil
    1 tsp

    green onion (scallion) (chopped)
    3

    soy sauce (reduced-sodium)
    1 1/2 tbsp

    low sodium chicken broth (no-salt-added, fat-free)
    1/4 cup

    ground ginger
    1/8 tsp

    large carrots (finely diced)
    2

    cauliflower florets
    3 cup

    black pepper (ground )
    1/8 tsp