Diabetes Recipes

"Wake up your love" Coffee

Very Low Carb

Sure candy and flowers are great, but sometimes it's the “little” things that show how much you care for another person. This is one of those recipes that's so easy that I feel guilty even calling it a recipe. The result is pure decadence. …and love!

Baked Zucchini Pancakes

Low Carb

Talk about how a recipe changes year after year. This recipe started out as a way to make Latkes (Hanukah potato pancakes) with less fat. Then it changed with my diagnosis of Diabetes to zucchini pancakes. The most recent change is using some whole wheat flour in the batter to replace some of the white flour. The change was just intended to add nutritional value to the recipe, but it popped the flavor even more than the older version. This is a delicious side dish to go with a protein in place of potato pancakes at dinner.

Cucumber and Radish Small Bites

Very Low Carb

This recipe is very simple and is so good you should never hesitate to serve it while entertaining guests. It is a flash to prepare. Great with drinks on new Year's Eve or the next day with football.

Diabetic Man's Crustless Quiche

Low Carb

They say that real men don’t eat quiche. I say real Diabetics should eat crustless Quiche. Made a day ahead and even frozen, this is a great easy dinner, fast lunch and super weekend breakfast.

"Skinny" Orange Pleasures

Very Low Carb

This recipe is wonderful to make for children and adults alike.

Spring Mix Salad with Orange and Fennel

Low Carb

Broccoli Soup

There are two ways to prepare the broccoli. Either roast as below or blanch in sweetened water. While the finish taste is different, I like both ways equally well. BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVER COOK THE BROCCOLI before adding to the soup. Can be served either hot or cold.

Holiday Punch

Low Carb

Family gatherings around the holidays are very special. Serving a tasty, low calorie punch in a large serving bowl is inviting to guests. This recipe is great for those trying to save their carbohydrate and calorie allowance for dinner.

Mock Eggnog

Low Fat

Some eggnog recipes contain as much as 343 calories per cup. The serving size for “Mock Eggnog” is 7 ounces with 90 calories per serving. It has 16 grams of carbohydrate and 0 grams of fat! It is also delicious. The recipe is called “Mock eggnog” because traditional eggnog contains eggs which this recipe does not have.

French Turkey and Walnut Salad

Low Carb

Planning ahead for holiday leftovers. If you don't like walnuts, try toasted almonds or pecans. Make sure to try the tarragon, it will surprise you what a difference it makes.

Pizza with Sausage

Low Carb

Feel free to change the topping to reflect your tastes. It takes more time to preheat the oven then it does to prepare this recipe.

Sesame Snap Beans

Low Carb

This recipe can be served warm or cold so it can be part of a packed lunch. With only four ingredients, it is very easy to make and really delicious!

Zucchini Corn Boats

Low Sodium

This recipe is easy to make and a great presentation for family and friends alike!

Chinese Stir Fried Peas and Greens

Low Carb

This is a yummy stir fry that can be serve with tofu, chicken or shrimp. It is really easy to make!

Middle Eastern Vegetable Salad

Low Carb

This is an easy salad to make and enjoy with a sandwich or a serving of grilled fish and rice.

Roasted Asparagus Dijon Style

Low Carb

Asparagus are so elegant. This recipe is great to serve for guest or anytime.

Daringly Delicious Grilled Star Fruit Salad

Low Carb

Rhubarb Chili

Low Fat

According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the leaves of the plant are poisonous, do not eat them. This rhubarb recipe from the “Farmer’ Market Favorite Recipes Cookbook” published by Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County, New York edited by Diane Whitten. Their website is www.ccesaratoga.org.

Rhubarb Chili with Ground Beef

According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the leaves of the plant are poisonous, do not eat them. This rhubarb recipe from the “Farmer’ Market Favorite Recipes Cookbook” published by Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County, New York edited by Diane Whitten. Their website is: www.ccesaratoga.org.

Watermelon Blueberry Salad

Low Carb

This recipe is high in vitamin A and vitamin C.

Braised Red Cabbage

Low Carb

Skinny Slaw

Very Low Carb

This recipe comes from a restaurant I managed in New York City called The Diet Gourmet. The original was made with Sweet and Low and a fat-free mayonnaise. We sold buckets of it every day.

Black Bean and Chicken Casserole

This dish has excellent flavor. Kidney beans can be substituted for black beans. Recipe courtesy of Quick & Healthy Volume II, 2nd Edition, Brenda J. Ponichtera, RD, Published by Small Steps Press, a division of the American Diabetes Association.

Chicken Chili

Low Fat

Chili lovers will enjoy this thick chili. It is so simple and tasty. Recipe courtesy of Quick & Healthy Volume II, 2nd Edition, Brenda J. Ponichtera, RD, Published by Small Steps Press, a division of the American Diabetes Association.

Curry Tuna Salad

Low Carb

Try this for a different tuna salad. The taste of curry and the crunch of water chestnuts make this especially good. Recipe courtesy of Quick Healthy Recipes and Ideas, 3rd Edition, Brenda J. Ponichtera, RD, Published by Small Steps Press, a division of the American Diabetes Association.

Pork Chop Suey

Using pork tenderloin eliminates the extra trimming of fat and bone. It also makes this a quick and tasty dish. If you like crisp vegetables, simmer for the less amount of time. Recipe courtesy of Quick Healthy Recipes and Ideas, 3rd Edition, Brenda J. Ponichtera, RD, Published by Small Steps Press, a division of the American Diabetes Association.

Tomato and Basil Pasta

Low Fat

Fresh tomatoes and basil add a wonderful flavor to this light dish. Recipe courtesy of Quick Healthy Recipes and Ideas, 3rd Edition, Brenda J. Ponichtera, RD, Published by Small Steps Press, a division of the American Diabetes Association.

All-American Chicken Blueberry Salad Platter

This salad platter is high in Vitamin C as well as a good source of Vitamin A and Iron.

Blueberry Biscotti

Low Carb

This recipe is a great treat to bring to a tea party to share! The recipe author, Chef Nick Malgieri is an award-winning cookbook author and Director of the Baking Department, Institute of Culinary Education, New York

Blueberry Breakfast Salad

Blueberry Kale Salad

The fat content of this recipe is high but the fats are from olive oil, avocado, and pumpkin seeds which contain healthy fats. This salad is high in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Iron.

Salmon Burgers with Blueberry-Lemon Raita

Low Carb

Scandinavian Blueberry Bisque

Low Sodium

Tart A Citron (Lemon Tart)

Low Carb

This dessert is like being in a sidewalk cafe in Paris, without the carbohydrates and cigarette smoke.

Cottage Cheese and Pineapple

Low Fat

Fresh Salsa with Corn, Black Beans and Chips

Low Carb

Ice Cream Cone with Light Ice Cream

Low Carb

Mini Taco

Avocado, Black Olive, and Tomato Salad

Low Carb

Garbanzo Bean Salad

Low Fat

Graham Cracker, Peanut Butter and Banana

Low Sodium

Baked Oatmeal

Caribbean Milk Cooler

Low Fat

Chai Coffee

Low Carb

Chocolate Comfort Sipper

Low Fat

Easy Skillet Creamed Corn

Low Sodium

Greek-Yogurt, Blueberry and Banana Creamy Yummy Frozen Treats

Low Carb

These treats are wonderful to eat at the end of a meal or as a healthy snack. The Greek yogurt gives a creamy taste without fat.

Hearty Leek, Potato and Vegetable Soup

Low Fat

This is a crowd pleasing hearty soup that is made in a large size batch. Leftovers can be frozen in individual serving containers to be part of a soul warming lunch or dinner. This soup has a pureed base with vegetables added for texture. Let the flavors blend over night if possible to bring out the soups best character (keep in the refrigerator). One cup serving is a good source of fiber and a high source vitamin A and vitamin C. People with bigger appetites may enjoy two servings of this wonderful soup for a meal served with a mixed green salad and a serving of fruit or a yogurt frozen treat ......Delicious!

Red, White & Bleu Spinach Salad

Roasted Eggplant with Tomato Sauce and Vegetables

Low Sodium

This dish is very nutritious and very pretty to serve to guests. For vegetarians it can be served as the main dish or for meat eaters, broiled fish or grilled chicken make an excellent addition. Serve with whole grain bread and a fruit salad and enjoy!

Salmon Cakes with Coleslaw and Lime Dill Yogurt Sauce

Low Carb

Spicy Sweet Potato Dip

Low Carb

Turkey, Black Beans, and Vegetable Chili

Low Fat

This chili is easy to make ahead and very healthy. Watch out when you have a crowd as it will disappear fast. Two servings are commonly used for a dinner and served with a salad and a piece of crusty bread. It can be frozen in single serving size containers. One serving makes an excellent lunch for those watching their calories served with a piece of fruit and a low calorie yogurt. You might find yourself making this recipe again and again!

Baked Red Snapper Almandine

Very Low Carb

Pecans may be substituted for the almonds for a unique twist, but then you could not call it Almandine!

Cabbage and Potato Cakes

Low Carb

Shredded cabbage with cooked potatoes, onion, eggs. Seasoned with salt and pepper. This healthful dish cooks up quickly and easily in a skillet.

Fishing Lodge Breakfast Trout

Low Carb

A mixture of brown sugar and salt is brought to near-burn stage. Then a little butter is added with the trout. The trout should cooking in 5 to 10 minutes. (NOTE: 4 (8oz) servings are used in the analysis.)

Marinated Three Bean Salad

Low Carb

Wax, green and soy beans with onion and red bell pepper marinated in a mixture of vinegar, vegetable oil, Splenda, celery seed and dry mustard.

Turkey Cutlets Florentine

Low Carb

The word "Florentine" on a menu means spinach. This deep-green leaf is full of antioxidants and fiber, and it's delicious too!

Warm Broccoli and Potato Salad

Low Sodium

This filling salad makes a delicious lunch for a winter afternoon.

Fun Snack Balls

Low Carb

You can't be this recipe in simplicity, but it truly is a fun treat -- tasty, crunchy and the peanut butter makes it satisfying!

Herbed Eggs

Very Low Carb

Herb seasoning adds a nice taste flair to a common staple in the low carbohydate diet!

Lemon Blueberry Surprise Muffins

Very Low Carb

What is the surprise? It's cream cheese, which adds flavor and tenderness. Vanilla whey protein is used in place of standard flour.

Mexican Chicken Salad

Low Carb

If you like spicy food, sprinkle cayenne pepper on the chicken strips before baking. The highly seasoned lime vinaigrette dressing is also terrific over grilled fish.

Apple-Potato Pancakes

Low Sodium

If you can't find pecans, substitute any of your favorite nuts! (NOTE: did not include plain non-fat yogurt, sour cream or applesauce)

Blushing Eggs

Very Low Carb

Similar to a deviled egg, these blushing eggs mash the yolks with cream cheese, tomato puree and mayonnaise. Serve on a bed of lettuce.

Butternut Squash Cheese Muffins

Low Carb

This is a great way to get a serving of vegetables into your day.

Chickpea Parmesan Spread

Low Carb

This spread can be served hot or cold. Omit the hot sauce altogether if you have mild taste buds.

Coffee Jelly

Very Low Carb

Flavor plain gelatin with liquid sweetener, espresso and whipping cream. Garnish with more whipped cream if you like and a coffee bean or two.

Garlic Cauliflower

Cauliflower is great for a low carb diet, but is often bland. Not with this recipe! Garlic, paprika, red wine vinegar, cayenne pepper and salt and pepper give it lots of flavor and nutrition. There are two main ingredients in cauliflower, and all of the cruciferous family, that are the main disease fighters. These are indole-3-carbinol, or 13C, and the photonutrient sulforaphane. Cauliflower also contains vitamin C and folate.

Green Beans Ole

Low Carb

Add a fiesta flair to your green beans! Bell pepper and tomatoes seasoned with basil, rosemary and pepper. Very healthy and very good. Green Beans are a good source of fiber and vitamin C and also contain calcium, magnesium, zinc and Vitamin A. Also is a source of folate which supports DNA synthesis and new cell formation.

Lacy Parmesan Crisps

Very Low Carb

Called frico in Italy, these delicious wafers are simply spoonfuls of grated Parmesan cheese that are baked and cooled.

Miniature Crab Cakes

Low Carb

Traditionally, crab cakes are fried in butter. This healthy alternative bakes them. It also takes advantage of panko, a type of bread crumb that adds a lot of crunch to a dish without adding a lot of fat.

Minted Lentil and Tomato Salad

Low Sodium

Different types of mint will change the flavor of this salad- so experiment, and enjoy! (NOTE: used fresh mint)

Mixed Vegatables

Low Carb

A dish brimming with healthful vegetables! Colorful peppers, zucchini, squash, snow peas, mushrooms and seasoned with garlic, soy sauce, Worcestershire and your favorite herbs. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer and other chronic diseases. Vegetables also provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber and other substances that are important for good health.

Mock Mashed Potatoes

Low Carb

Cooked cauliflower processed with sour cream. Garnish with grated cheese and fresh minced chives.

Pecan Snacks

Very Low Carb

Raw unsalted pecans sweetened lightly with brown sugar Sugar Twin, butter and salt to taste. Basically these are toasted pecans done low carb.

Quinoa Berry Breakfast

Low Sodium

Try other berries, nuts, or spices such as ginger or nutmeg to vary this nutritious breakfast cereal.

Ratatouille

This rich vegetable stew can be served over brown rice, pasta, or couscous, either hot or cold.

Single Knot Rolls

Low Carb

Use Texas white rolls you can purchase in your grocers freezer and create these pretty knot rolls.

Smoked Turkey And Cheddar Spread

Very Low Carb

Italian parsley with smoked turkey breast, sharp cheddar cheese, pecan halves, sour cream and Dijon mustard.

Stir-Fried Singapore Noodles

Vermicelli noodles are sometimes known as rice sticks or rice noodles.

Tofu Soup with Rice

Low Fat

You can substitute bulgar, a crunchy, nutty wheat grain, for the rice in this recipe. However, bulgur is not gluten free. (NOTE: Silken firm tofu used)

Chicken Fingers

Low Carb

Make these crispy, crunchy chicken fingers and serve with mustard and honey for dipping.

Breakfast Eggnog

This is a very easy breakfast to whip together for yourself or your children and offers a good source of complete protein in the morning. (NOTE: Use pasteurized eggs for safety)

Carrot Raisin Cookies

Low Carb

Using a combination of flours and sweeteners makes these little treats even richer.

Cucumber Salad

Very Low Carb

This salad goes well with most meat dishes.

Mexican Salad

Low Fat

Scrumptious Green Beans

Low Carb

Simple green beans never tasted so good. This dish offers a great way to get some green vegetables into your family members' diets.

Sesame Milk

Low Carb

This milk is jam-packed with important nutrients and protein. It's a great way to get some nutrition into your children.

Simple and Delectable Beets

Low Carb

Beets are so sweet that they really need no seasonings. But if you want to experiment with some new flavors, try this recipe.

Tangy Coconut Soup

Low Carb

Galanga root and lemongrass can be purchased at Asian markets and at some well-stocked gourmet groceries

Asparagus a la Sweet Lemon

Low Carb

Lemon is a great flavor to add to most dishes, and the nutmeg adds a surprising sweetness to the asparagus.

Cashew Cabbage

Low Sodium

The cashews make the flavor very surprising and appealing.

Mashed "Potatoes" (Mashed Jerusalem Artichokes)

Low Carb

If you desire mashed potatoes at your Thanksgiving dinner, this is a great alternative.

Olive Oil-Butter Spread

Very Low Carb

Use it as a spread instead of plain organic butter or in cooking in place of plain organic olive oil.

Rosemary Squash

Low Sodium

Almond Milk

Very Low Carb

Almond milk, which is very simple to make, is superior to cow's milk because f its reduced allergen potential and its significant content of plant-based essential fatty acids. When you're short on time, you can buy almond milk in the health-food section of grocery stores or at any natural-foods store.

Baba Ghanoush

Low Carb

This is great for dipping and as a side to any meat dish.

Baked Tofu

Baked tofu can be stir-fried with veggies and served over rice (using the extra marinade in a sauce), eaten in a sandwich with sprouts, or added to a salad of mixed greens with a savory dressing.

Colorful Coleslaw

Low Carb

Guacamole

Low Carb

Mango Salsa

Low Fat

You can use this version to replace salsa in any dish and to add a whole new dimension of flavor. It's perfect over a mildly seasoned white fish such as halibut. It also can complement guacamole or any Mexican dish.

Quick Turkey Soup

Low Fat

(NOTE: Used low sodium chicken broth, did not add salt to the brown rice, light meat no skin roasted chicken, from fresh)

Tofu Scramble

Low Carb

Tofu is a good alternative to eggs for breakfast.

Turkey Meatloaf

Low Carb

this recipe requires little preparation time but needs an hour to bake. It is simple enough to prepare in the morning and throw in the oven as soon as you get home from work.

"Peanut" Sauce

Low Carb

Peanut sauce is a favorite accompaniment with Thai dishes such as salad rolls and sate skewers. Using almonds instead of peanuts loses none of the savory goodness. Red curry past and fish sauce are available in Asian groceries or in the Asian aisle of most supermarkets.

Broccoli and Olive Frittata

This is a great-tasting, crustless alternative to quiche.

Garlic Bean Salad

Low Carb

Italian Carrot Salad

Low Carb

This salad complements any dinner or tastes great as a mid-afternoon snack.

Basil Pesto

Very Low Carb

This versatile pesto can be used on rice crackers, on non wheat pasta, in egg dishes, in salads, or with anything else your taste buds can dream up. Spread it on a spelt pizza crust, or substitute it in any dish that calls for a tomato-based marinara sauce. You can double or triple the recipe and freeze the pesto in jars for future use.

Easy Pancakes

Low Sodium

These pancakes, which have a delicious nutty flavor, offer a high amount of fiber and can be made with virtually no flour.(NOTE: blueberries are included in the analysis)

Hearty Healthy Cookies

These cookies have a great flavor and a lot of fiber

Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmades)

Low Carb

If you like lemony, tangy, and creative, this is your appetizer.

Avocado Tuna Salad

Very Low Carb

Try this salad when you want a nutritious, tasty lunch and don't have much time for preparation.

Cream of Carrot and Ginger Soup

If you didn't know, you wouldn't guess that this soup contains no dairy. It is so creamy that it can satisfy those urges you sometimes get when dairy is not an option. This is a favorite for all ages.

Delicious Green Beans with Garlic

Low Carb

It is easy, quick, and always a crowd pleaser.

Granola

Low Sodium

This simple-to-make version of an old favorite allows you to avoid the additives and hydrogenated oils that are found in most commercially processed granola.

Quick Sherbet

Low Carb

The recipe may seem similar to a smoothie, but it really does come out like sherbet.

Salad Rolls

Low Carb

A favorite at Southeast Asian restaurants, such as those serving Thai or Vietnamese cuisine, salad rolls are deceptively simple to make.

Seared Tuna Over Raw Vegetables

Low Carb

Many fish lovers agree that the best way to enjoy high-quality tuna is served rare. However, if you have a difficult time eating partially raw fish, you can bake or sear the tuna for this recipe until it is cooked all the way through.

Simple Stir Fry

Low Carb

This is the easiest, most basic stir-fry you can fix. If you feel like experimenting with the foods in your refrigerator, this is a great place to start.

Sweet Potato Soup

This is a great soup to make ahead of time and freeze in portion sizes for later use.

Blackened Salmon

Very Low Carb

Blackened salmon is always a hit. Vary the level of spice depending on who will be joining you for dinner.

Okra and Tomato Curry (Bhindi)

Low Carb

Butter Chicken (Makhani Murgh)

Low Carb

Cucumber Yogurt (Raita)

Very Low Carb

Low-Fat Cheese (Paneer)

Very Low Carb

Mixed Vegetable Curry with Cheese (Paneer Bhurji)

Low Carb

Red Kidney Bean Curry (Rajma)

Red Lentil Curry (Masoor Dahl)

Low Fat

Chickpea Rice (Channa Chawal)

Low Fat

Whole Wheat and Gram Flour Flat Bread (Besan Roti)

(NOTE: used low sodium baking powder)

Banana Fingers

Low Fat

Chocolate Cookie Crust

Chocolate Yogurt Pops

Low Carb

Clown Party Dip

Very Low Carb

Curried Snack Mix

Low Carb

Curry and Worcestershire sauce spice up rice cakes, pretzels, and corn cereal in this low-fat snack mix. Curry powder is actually a mix of up to 20 spices including: cardamom, ginger, fenugreek, chilies, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin fennel seeds and turmeric. Curry powder can have more spices added to the mixture to suit the tastes of a particular individual.

Frozen Bananas

Low Fat

Sweet ripe bananas cut in half and inserted onto a wooden stick, then spread with vanilla yogurt and rolled in Grape Nuts cereal. Eaten frozen.

Peanut-Butter Squares

Low Carb

Orange Oat Bars

Low Carb

Quick cooking oatmeal with orange juice, oat bran and granualted sugar replacement and fructose sweetening without the use of cane sugar.

Strawberry Fruit Pie

Low Carb

A simple strawberry pie using strawberry flavor sugar free gelatin dessert, ice cubes, fresh strawberries. Very strawberry and VERY good.

Applesauce Brownies

Low Carb

Olive oil adds only the good fat while the use of unsweetened applesauce and cocoa powder keeps sugar content down while natural honey sweetens these brownies perfectly.

Blueberry Crumble

A very simple to make dessert sweetened by the fresh blueberries, which also makes it very healthful! A graham crust filled with the berries and seasoned with cinnamon.

Corny Cookies

These cookies contain uncooked cornstarch, which is absorbed slowly by the body. They might help prevent nighttime hypoglycemia.

Old-Fashioned Ice-Box Cookies

Very Low Carb

These truly do taste much like Old-Fashioned Ice-Box Cookies only with a lot less sugar. Pecans add a nice crunch.

Jumbo Fruited Oatmeal Cookies

Nice and spicy with cinnamon and allspice and packed with healthy oats, dried mixed fruit and chopped nuts.

Buttermilk Brownies

Very Low Carb

Granulated fructose and sugar substitute sweeten these tasty buttermilk bars while a bit of unsweetened baking cocoa gives them a nice chocolate flavor.

Lemon Cream

Low Carb

This light, airy lemon cream is the ultimate in elegant desserts and is surprisingly easy to make. This tangy lemon dessert holds its shape with the help of gelatin, eggs, and light whipped topping.

Peach Crumble

Low Sodium

Peaches with wonderful spices and the added zing of almond flavored liqueur make this delicious Peach Crumble Diabetic dessert.

Apple Walnut Bread Pudding

Apples and walnuts pair up to flavor up this bread pudding made with low-fat milk, egg substitute and sugar-free vanilla pudding and pie filling.

English Muffin Cheese Pizza

Low Carb

Frozen Grape Pops

Low Fat

Maple Cookies

Very Low Carb

Tasty maple flavored cookies made with sour cream, shredded apple, maple flavoring and vanilla extract and sweetened with brown sugar sweetener substitute.

Orange Cranberry Cookies

Low Carb

Orange juice concentrate and orange peel team up with dried cranberries to make these tasty, holiday worthy cookies. Optional walnuts lend a nice crunch.

Shortbread Cookies

Tasty shortbread cookies made with reduced calorie margarine and sugar subsitute. Butter flavoring replaces real butter so they have that wonderful buttery taste shortbread is known for.

Sugar-Free Fudge Brownies

Low Carb

Best Pineapple Cheesecake

Just enough butter, along with butter flavored cooking spray, flavors a tasty graham crust filled with a wonderful, creamy, pineapple-rich flavor with ingredients that may surprise you.

Chewy Coconut Bars

Low Carb

Packed with flavor, these coconut bars lend nutrition in a sweet treat. Maple flavoring, unsweetened coconut, raisins and optional chopped walnuts are the stars of these bars.

Raspberry Almond Bars

Low Carb

You don't need to worry whether raspberries are in season for these bars as the recipe uses seedless raspberry spreadable fruit. Add the walnuts or pecans for a nice nutty crunch.

Graham Muffins

Low Sodium

Finely crushed grahams act as part of the flour in these delicious muffins. Chopped pecans add crunch and nutrition.

Hearty Italian-Style Soup

Low Fat

Reduced sodium broth with garlic, pepper, kidney beans, lean chicken or beef, cabbage, tomatoes, potatoes, carrot, celery, onion parsly and of course, Italian seasoning.

New York Cheesecake

Low Carb

Tastes so much like the real thing! Sugar is reduced with the use of artificial sweetener and fat is greatly reduced by using reduced fat cream cheese and sour cream. Top with fresh fruit if desired.

Pecan Pie

Low Sodium

Pepper-Potato Barley

Low Fat

Barley isn't just for soup anymore. This grain makes an excellent choice as the starring ingredient in main courses, side dishes, breakfast fare and more. In addition to its versatility, barley is a nutritious food that is high in fiber and low in fat.

Raisin Sesame Cookies

Low Carb

Apple Slaw with Poppy Seed Dressing

Low Fat

Basil Chicken Soup

A warm and satisfying chicken soup made with low sodium chicken broth, onion, garlic, potatoes, chicken and lots of fresh basil and jarlsberg cheese.

Broccoli and Bean Dip

Low Carb

A delicious dip for vegetables, packed with garlic flavor, broccoli florets, cannellini beans and flavored with lemon, green onion, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper.

Caesar Dressing

Very Low Carb

Non fat yogurt and light or non fat mayonnaise lighten up this tasty dressing while Worcestershire adds just the right zing. Seasoned with salt and black pepper.

Chocolate Mocha Cream Roll

Low Carb

First you bake up a delicious mocha flavored jelly roll, then fill and roll it with a filling made with whipped cream instant coffee, skim milk, vanilla and chocolate extracts and sweetener. Delicious!

Chocolate Popcorn

Low Fat

Creamy Garlic Dressing

Very Low Carb

A very creamy, garlic dressing made with evaporated skim milk, lemon juice, dill, apple juice, paprika, white pepper, sesame oil and a dash of red cayenne pepper.

Crispy Orange Roughy

Low Fat

If you are fond of crispy fried fish, this flavorful alternative will convert you to light eating.

Cucumber Cups

Very Low Carb

Reduced fat cream cheese and light or fat free mayonnaise keep the fat out while adding a nice creamy texture. Horseradish and parsley or dill sprigs jazz these up.

Frozen Strawberry Pops

Low Carb

Green Split Pea and Barley Soup

Low Fat

Split peas, carrots, celery, onion and pearl barley in a chicken or vegetable stock flavored with bay leaf, salt and pepper to taste, garlic and fresh dill.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Corn-Pepper Relish

Low Carb

This low fat , healthy and satisfying main dish serves up a good source of vitamins A and C along with the corn and red peppers.

Mini Raspberry Mousse Parfaits

Low Sodium

Sweet, tart and delicious, this elegant recipe is the perfect finish to a special meal. The parfaits can be made ahead for easy entertaining.

Pork Tenderloin Supreme

Very Low Carb

Cook up tender pork tenderloin with tomato soup and onion mix. Delicious.

Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce

Very Low Carb

Skim milk keeps the fat out of this sauce while Dutch process or unsweetened cocoa gives a rich, bittersweet chocolate flavor.

Apple Cabbage Slaw

Low Carb

Plain low fat yogurt gives this slaw its creaminess instead of high fat dressing, which vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper and a sweet apple give it loads of crunchy flavor. (NOTE: Used green shredded cabbage)

Apple-Walnut Muffins

Beef Vegetable Soup

Low Carb

A delicious, hearty beef vegetable soup with preparation time simplified by the use of canned stewed tomatoes, onion soup mix and frozen mixed vegetables.

Chocolate Dipped Oatmeal Cookies

Low Sodium

These are as appealing in looks as they are in taste with their cinnamon and oatmeal goodness and half of each cookie dipped in melted chocolate.

Pesto Potatoes

Low Fat

A surefire dinner favorite, these mashed potatoes are lightened with fat free cream cheese and a homemade, lower fat pesto featuring basil and spinach.

Apple Cinnamon Muffins

A favorite flavor combination in a diabetic friendly muffin with healthful oatmeal, cinnamon spice and a touch of molasses. Delicious start to any day. And remember, cinnamon is thought to help insulin! (NOTE: used all purpose flour, sugar used for granulated sweetener, low sodium baking powder)

Applesauce Raisin Drops

Low Carb

Bacon Spaghetti Squash

Low Carb

Cook up some nice, lean bacon crisp, use fat free evaporated milk, egg substitute, add some Parmesan, season and presto - a fantastic spaghetti squash guilt free!

Best Ever Coleslaw

Low Carb

Why the best ever? First because it is packed with heathful ingredients and second, it is very creamy and seasoned to zesty perfection.

Cran-Orange Oat Muffins

Low Sodium

Dried ground orange rind with whole cranberry sauce, orange or tangerine juice, apple juice, all fruit marmalade and thin rolled oats make up these tasty oat muffins packed with nutrients. (NOTE: used low sodium baking powder, lite salt and orange juice concentrate)

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

A comforting favorite, Macaroni and Cheese, this Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Diabetic Recipe makes it even better for your diabetic diet needs.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Low Sodium

Herb and Mustard Dressing

Very Low Carb

Use balsamic or cider vinegar and mix with Dijon mustard, olive oil, basil, thyme, rosemary and one small clove garlic to create this delicious dressing.

Hot Merry Cherry Punch

Low Fat

Cherry juice with a small bit of cane sugar, juice and peel of a lemon and spiced nice with cloves and cinnamon. Garnish with a lemon slice if desired.

Linguine with Red Pepper Sauce

Low Fat

Quick Minestrone

Low Fat

Lean ham pieces, tomatoes, carrot, celery, zucchini, garlic, parsley, bay leaf, thyme leaves, marjoram, basil and pepper in a base of onion soup with broken spaghetti and cannellini beans. Top with Paremsan if desired.

Veal Meatballs

Low Carb

Ground veal with onion, garlic, red bell pepper, Parmesan, chili sauce or ketchup, basil, chili powder and tomato sauce.

Vegetable-Filled Burgers

No meat in this wholesome Vegetable-Filled Burgers Diabetic Recipe that turns out some pretty good vegetable burgers!

Warm Chicken Salad

Low Carb

Tender chicken with celery, mayonnaise, almonds, pepper, onion, pimiento and Swiss cheese topped with reduced-fat potato chips.

Raspberry Sangria

Low Carb

Pureed raspberries give this sangria an extra fruity new twist. Champagne or sparkling mineral water can be substituted for the white wine.

Mustard Mushroom Vinaigrette

Very Low Carb

Extra virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar with white mushrooms, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt and pepper.

Orange Chocolate Chip Bread

Low Fat

This makes a tender and light quick bread with reduced calorie baking mix, skim milk, fresh orange juice, grated orange peel, sugar substitute and semi sweet chocolate chips.

Strawberry Sauce

Very Low Carb

Three simple ingredients for this versatile strawberry sauce: Frozen unsweetened strawberries, lemon juice and sweetener.

Zucchini Lemon Bread

Low Carb

An all time favorite of many! Zucchini with walnuts and grated lemon zest seasoned with cinnamon in this healthful bread. Whole wheat flour adds nutrients, skim milk and egg substitute lower fat significantly.

Blushing Hot Spiced Cider

Low Fat

The blush in this fantastic hot spiced cider comes from cranberry juice cocktail. Spiced with cloves, allspice berries and cinnamon. Delicious! This beverage will keep your insides warm all fall and winter long.

Crepes

Low Carb

A very simple and basic crepe recipe. Whip these up and fill with your favorite fruit filling. (NOTE: used 1% milk)

Eggnog

Low Carb

This makes a pretty festive and original eggnog but replaces sugar with measurable sweetener and full fat milk with skim.

Maple Banana Blast

Low Fat

Bananas are broken in half and partially frozen then placed into a blender with sweetener, maple syrup, skim milk, yogurt, vanilla extract and ice cubes. Blend and enjoy.

Chick Pea and Vegetable Salad

This salad is packed with fiber, beta carotene, vitamin C and protein. It is a great alternative to the tiresome sandwich in your lunch box!

Peach Sauce

Low Carb

This sauce provides a healthier and tastier alternative to pancake syrup. It's also wonderful using blueberries! (NOTE: used fresh peaches in the analysis)

Chicken Tacos

Pear and Apple Sauce

Low Fat

Fresh Fruit Clafouti

Low Fat

Kaese Blintzes (Rolled Cheese Pancakes)

(NOTE: pot cheese, all purpose flour, 1% milk, tub margarine, 8 oz container of plain low-fat yogurt and 1 tsp canola oil used)

Turkey Divan

Bean Burgers

Low Fat

Creamy Cantaloupe

Low Carb

Orange Cheesecake

Low Carb

Potatoes and Beans

Low Sodium

Oatmeal-Banana Muffins

Low Sodium

Made with whole wheat flour, these banana muffins are packed with nutrients along with their delicious flavor. Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. (NOTE: used low sodium baking powder, 1% milk, sunflower seeds without salt)

Cheesecake Dainties

Very Low Carb

Yogurt Popsicles

Low Sodium

Dilled-Ranch Popcorn

Low Carb

Cheesy Baked Eggplant

Low Carb

A serving of this Cheesy Baked Eggplant provides an excellent source of calcium from the mozzarella cheese and a good source of vitamins A and C from the tomatoes. It is also low in cholesterol.

Marvelous Bran Muffins

Low Sodium

(NOTE: used canola oil for vegetable oil, packed brown sugar and low sodium baking powder)

Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Very Low Carb

Russian-Style Tea

Very Low Carb

Creamy Tapioca Pudding

Low Fat

Chilled Potato Soup

Low Carb

Animal Crackers

Low Carb

Applesauce Cinnamon Muffins

(NOTE: low sodium baking powder, canola oil and chopped walnuts used in the analysis)

Red Cabbage with Apples

Low Fat

Tropical Snack Cake

Low Fat

Up-and-Down Biscuits

Low Sodium

(NOTE: enriched all purpose flour, low sodium baking powder, vegetable shortening used in analysis, sugar, and cinnamon not included)

Blueberry Cornmeal Muffins

Low Fat

(NOTE: used reduced fat buttermilk and unsweetened frozen blueberries)

Nacho Popcorn

Very Low Carb

Cranberry Lime Margarita Punch

Low Fat

Spicy Chicken Rice Soup

Low Fat

Lemon Pound Cake with Strawberries

Snacking Granola

Low Fat

Cranberry Cracker Spread

Very Low Carb

Broccoli with Black Olives

Low Carb

Enhance your meal with this broccoli side dish that is rich in vitamins A and C.

Cool `n Creamy Beet Soup

Low Fat

German Apple Cake

Pickled Carrots

Low Carb

Pickle your own baby carrots! These are delicious with the additions of dried dill weed and mustard seed. The solution is made of cider vinegar, pickling spices and whole black peppercorns.

Deep Chocolate Coconut Balls

Very Low Carb

Plan ahead...needs to chill at least two hours.

Brownie Sunday Pie

A very tasty pie, lightened up in fat and sugars but not flavor. European style unsweetened cocoa powder gives this an extra special chocolate flavor.

Bittersweet Chocolate Torte

Low Carb

Sometimes chocolate is best when its left bittersweet, and this recipe is one of those times! Rich chocolate flavor with an equally rich Chocolate Glaze topping.

Ants on a Log

Low Carb

Green Beans and Fennel

Low Carb

Chopped, fresh fennel offers the delightful crunch of celery, but with a subtle licorice flavor. To crush fennel seeds, place them on a cutting board, then roll over them with a rolling pin.

Maple Glazed Squash

Low Sodium

Acorn squash baked tender then cooked with apple, raisins and walnuts. Maple syrup is added at the end of cooking time for the finishing touch.

Mulled Rosy Cider

Low Carb

A deliciously warm and inviting cider with apple juice, grenadine, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon and lemon and orange zests for a citrus flair.

Easy Carrot Cake

Don`t let the long list of ingredients scare you! This is truly easy to make with pre-shredded organic carrots and lots of on-hand spices most of us keep in our cupboards.

Blintzes

Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Very Low Carb

Chilled Tomato Soup