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  • Kale Apple Slaw

    Kale Apple Slaw

    How to Make Kale Apple Slaw

    You can switch up the vegetables in this slaw by using chopped spinach, green cabbage, and shredded carrots.

    Complete your plate: Pair this vegetable side side with Easy Beef Chili. Both are great as leftovers, so this is makes a great meal-prep meal.

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

     


    15 min prep time


    4servings


    1 1/4 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, garlic, mustard,
      olive oil, lemon juice, water, salt, and black pepper.
    2. Add the kale, cabbage, and apple to the bowl and toss to
      evenly coat. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes
      before serving for the flavors to combine.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/4 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4g

      5%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      210mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      300mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1/2 cup

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    Dijon Mustard
    1 tsp

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    lemon juice
    3 tbsp

    water
    3 tbsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    chopped kale
    2 cup

    shredded red cabbage
    3 cup

    Fuji apple (grated with skin)
    1

  • Collard Greens with Yellow Squash

    Collard Greens with Yellow Squash

    How to Make Collard Greens with Yellow Squash

    Collard greens are a nutritional superfood, high in many essential vitamins and minerals. In Southern cuisine, collards are traditionally made with large amounts of pork fat and salt, but this version has all the flavor without the saturated fat and sodium.

    Complete your plate: Pair this vegetable side dish with a protein entrée, like Lemon Chicken with Garlic and Rosemary, and a simple roasted sweet potato. 

     


    10 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    4servings


    3/4 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Remove the woody stems that run down the center of the collard leaves. Neatly pile several leaves and tightly roll them up, then slice into ribbons. Repeat for the remaining collard greens.

    2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the turkey bacon and cook until golden brown, 3 minutes on each side. Remove the bacon and set aside to slightly cool. Dice the bacon once cool.

    3. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the same sauté pan over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. 

    4. Add the collard greens and squash and cook until the collards have wilted and the squash begins to soften, about 5 minutes. 

    5. Add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, until the vegetables are cooked through, 10 minutes.

    6. Add 1/8 teaspoon salt (optional),* the black pepper, and cooked turkey bacon and toss to combine. 
      *Optional salt not included in nutrition analysis; 1/8 teaspoon salt adds 75 mg of sodium per serving.

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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3/4 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.3g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      8mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      130mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      5g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      260mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    collard greens (about 8 oz, washed and dried)
    1 bunch

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    turkey bacon
    2 slice

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    yellow squash (cut into half moons)
    1 med

    low sodium vegetable broth
    1 cup

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

  • Green Salad with Orange, Avocado, and Onion

    Green Salad with Orange, Avocado, and Onion

    How to Make Green Salad with Orange, Avocado, and Onion

    Get creative with your oranges! Try navel, Valencia, Cara Cara, or blood oranges when you see them at your local market. They each have a slightly different delicious flavor but all of them are filled with vitamin C, fiber, and other good-for-you nutrients.

    Complete your plate: Add this salad to any meal that needs a vegetable boost. We’ve paired it with Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf and Mashed Red Potatoes.

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

     


    15 min prep time


    4servings


    1 1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, red
      wine vinegar, sweetener, kosher salt, and black pepper.
    2. Remove the peel and the white pith from around the
      oranges. Using a paring knife, cut in between the membranes
      to release the orange segments, and slice them into thirds.
      Place the orange pieces into a medium bowl.
    3. Add the mixed greens, avocado cubes, and red onion to the
      bowl and drizzle with the lime juice mixture. Toss to combine.
      Sprinkle with the cilantro and serve.
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      140

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.3g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      135mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      440mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    lime juice
    1 tbsp

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    red wine vinegar
    1 tsp

    zero-calorie sweetener (such as Truvia or Splenda)
    1/8 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    oranges
    2

    mixed greens
    4 cup

    avocado (pitted and flesh cubed)
    1

    red onion (chopped)
    1/4 small

    chopped fresh cilantro
    2 tbsp

  • Mashed Red Potatoes

    Mashed Red Potatoes

    How to Make Mashed Red Potatoes

    Red potatoes have a waxy texture, and they stay firmer than other potatoes when cooked, giving these simple mashed potatoes a chunky texture. Leave the skin on for a pop of color and more fiber. 

    Complete your plate: For a classic “meat-and-potatoes” meal, pair with Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf and a simple Green Salad with Orange and Avocado.

     


    15 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    8servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Pour 1/4 cup of water into a medium pot fitted with a steamer basket and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the red potatoes, cover, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook until the potatoes are tender, 25–30 minutes. Set aside to cool.

    2. In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over medium heat until the butter melts, 2 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and set aside to slightly cool.

    3. Add the potatoes to a large bowl and, using a potato masher, mash until almost smooth. Add the milk mixture, salt, and black pepper and mix until well combined.

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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      1.5g

      2%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      2mg

      <1%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      540mg
      11%

    Ingredients

    red potatoes (washed and cut into 1-inch cubes)
    2 lbs

    1% milk
    1/2 cup

    butter (unsalted)
    1 tbsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

  • Red Quinoa and Farro

    Red Quinoa and Farro

    How to Make Red Quinoa and Farro

    Looking for a grain side dish that isn’t plain old rice? Shake things up with this red quinoa and farro! The grains are flavored with a tangy dressing made with lime juice and oregano, plus a little heat from crushed red pepper flakes. If you can’t find red quinoa, regular white quinoa works just as well. Pair this side dish with a seasonal salad and a lean protein, like this Seared Scallops with Pesto Sauce, for a complete, balanced meal.

     


    15 min prep time


    40 min cook time


    4servings


    1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium saucepan over high
      heat, bring the farro and 1½ cups of
      the broth to a boil. Reduce the heat
      to medium low and simmer for about
      25 minutes, or until the farro is
      tender. Place the farro into a large
      bowl and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
    2. In the same medium saucepan o
      ver high heat, add the quinoa and
      the remaining ½ cup of broth and
      bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for about
      15 minutes, or until the quinoa is
      tender. Fluff with a fork and allow to
      cool for 10 minutes before adding it to
      the large bowl with the farro.
    3. In a small bowl, whisk together the
      olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, oregano,
      garlic powder, brown sugar blend, salt,
      black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
    4. Toss the farro and quinoa in the
      large bowl to combine. Drizzle the
      olive oil mixture over the grains and
      toss again to combine.
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      180

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      220mg

      10%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      28g

      10%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      240mg
      5%

    Ingredients

    farro
    1/2 cup

    low sodium vegetable broth (divided)
    2 cup

    red quinoa
    1/4 cup

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    lime juice
    1 tbsp

    white wine vinegar
    1 tsp

    dried oregano
    1 tsp

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    stevia brown sugar blend (such as Truvia)
    1/4 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    crushed red pepper flakes
    1/8 tsp

  • Roasted Beets with Lemon and Dill

    Roasted Beets with Lemon and Dill

    How to Make Roasted Beets with Lemon and Dill

    Beets may be a little messy to prepare, but they’re well worth it! They are nutrition powerouses, rich in antioxodants and shown to help fight inflammation. Oh, and they’re also delicious! Pair this flavorful side dish with a lean protein, like this Mustard-Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin.


    15 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    4servings


    3/4 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 450° F. Coat a
      baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
    2. Wash the beets, then pierce each
      beet several times with a fork and
      place in the prepared baking dish.
      Cover with aluminum foil and bake
      until a fork can pierce the beets with
      ease, about 1 hour. Remove the baking
      dish from the oven and allow the beets
      to cool for 15 minutes. Remove the skin
      and cut the beets into ¼-inch slices.
    3. Zest the lemon half (set the zest
      aside), then use a paring knife to
      remove the remaining skin and pith
      (white part) of the halved lemon. Cut
      in between the membranes to release
      the lemon segments, and then chop.
    4. In a medium bowl, combine the
      canola oil and cumin. Add the beets,
      lemon zest, chopped lemon, onion,
      dill, salt, and pepper and gently toss
      together. Transfer to a serving dish
      and serve warm.
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3/4 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.2g

        1%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      150mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        9g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      340mg
      7%

    Ingredients

    black pepper
    to taste

    salt
    1/8 tsp

    fresh dill
    1/4 cup

    red onion (finely chopped)
    1/4 med

    ground cumin
    1/2 tsp

    canola oil
    1/2 tbsp

    lemon
    1/2

    fresh beets (without greens)
    1 lbs

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

  • 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.
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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

  • 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.

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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)

  • Thanksgiving Winter Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

    Thanksgiving Winter Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

    How to Make Thanksgiving Winter Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

    Brighten up your holiday feast with this colorful salad! Blue cheese, pomegranates, and hazelnuts add interesting flavor and crunch to this seasonal salad, making it deliciously easy to add more vegetables to your holiday plate.

    This recipe is part of our Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Meal Plan and has been modified to make 10 servings. The original recipe makes 6 servings and can be found here.


    10 min prep time


    10servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, whisk together the champagne vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, chives, and oil until well combine. Or, add ingredients to a jar with a tight fitting lid and shake until combined.
    2. In a large serving bowl, combine the salad greens, blue cheese, pomegranate seeds, and hazelnuts. Toss with the dressing just before serving, or serve with dressing on the side.
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    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      120

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      11g

      14%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      140mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      6g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      150mg
      3%

    Ingredients

    champagne vinegar
    3 tbsp

    lemon juice
    2 tbsp

    honey
    1 1/2 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    fresh minced chives
    3 tsp

    walnut or olive oil
    1/3 cup

    salad greens
    10 cup

    crumbled blue cheese
    3 tbsp plus 1 tsp

    pomegranate seeds
    1/3 cup

    chopped hazelnuts
    2 tbsp

  • Thanksgiving Green Beans with Cranberries and Hazelnuts

    Thanksgiving Green Beans with Cranberries and Hazelnuts

    How to Make Thanksgiving Green Beans with Cranberries and Hazelnuts

    Brighten up a side of green beans with tart cranberries, fresh lemon zest, and crunchy hazelnuts! This simple side dish feels gourmet but is super easy to prepare. It also makes a nice, light addition to your Thanksgiving table instead of the traditional, heavy green bean casserole. If you can’t find hazelnuts, sliced almonds, walnuts, or pecans work just as well.

    This recipe is part of our Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Meal Plan and has been modified to make 10 servings. The original recipe makes 16 servings and can be found here.


    10 min prep time


    3 min cook time


    10servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, combine the oil, nuts, cranberries, salt and pepper. Top the green beans with the cranberry-nut mixture. Garnish with the lemon zest.
    2. Fill a large pot 2/3 full of water and bring to boiling. Add the green beans, turn off the heat, and let the green beans stand in the water for 3 minutes. Drain the beans and add them to a serving bowl or platter.
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    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      35

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      35mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      4g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      85mg
      2%

    Ingredients

    fresh green beans (trimmed)
    1 1/4 lbs

    olive oil
    2 tsp

    chopped hazelnuts
    2 1/2 tbsp

    dried cranberries
    2 tbsp

    salt
    1/8 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    zest of 1 lemon
    1