Fresh raw fruit and vegetable juices can be great additions to the diet of people with type 2 diabetes. The key recommendation for type 2 diabetes is to achieve ideal body weight, and of course follow a low-GL (glycemic load) diet. The following three juicing recipes help you do both. Bitter [...]
This is a great spicy fried chicken recipe to use for planned-overs. Double the recipe and dice the extra cooked chicken then toss with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, mushrooms, onions, and low-fat dressing for a refreshing salad, or stuff it in a pita pocket or whole wheat wrap for a sandwich [...]
If you’re craving some warm, crispy fries, you don’t have to settle for the kind that is full of trans fats. Try this baked vegetable version, which is just as delicious and contributes to your five-a-day! Low Carb Zuchinni Fries Cook time 1 hour Total time 1 hour Recipe [...]
Miso Glazed Tofu This is a fantastic, slightly spicy vegetarian dish that could easily pass for meat thanks to the deep, savory flavours of miso, soy sauce and sesame oil. For a vegan variation, leave out the honey. Recipe type: Main Cuisine: Asian Serves: 2 Ingredients 1 Tbsp rice-wine [...]
Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms These stuffed mushrooms are a filling, high-protein snack that can be customized with any of your favorite cheeses and seasonings. They also make a great main course for Meatless Mondays! Omit bread crumbs for a gluten-free version. Recipe type: Appetiser [...]
Spinach Artichoke Dip This creamy, gluten-free dip makes a decadent appetizer or side dish, and is best paired with raw vegetables. If you’d prefer a less rich version, substitute the sour cream, mayonnaise and cream cheese with low-fat varieties. Recipe type: Appetiser Ingredients 2 [...]
Indian Savory Pancakes Ready for some flavour? Try these fragrant, savory pancakes for dinner tonight! Recipe type: Main Cuisine: Indian Serves: 4 Ingredients 2 ½ cups water 2 Tbsp oil 1 cup gram flour 3 Tbsp rice flour ½ cups whole wheat flour 1 cup finely chopped onion ½ finely [...]
Braised Cod with Leeks Prep time 15 mins Cook time 25 mins Total time 40 mins A simple but elegant midweek meal. Recipe type: Main Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 Tbsp butter 2 cups leeks, split lengthwise, sliced thin, and rinsed well 3 medium carrots, rinsed, peeled and cut into thin sticks [...]
Cauliflower and Peas Why not enjoy a classic side dish of cauliflower and peas tonight? Ingredients 2 Tbsp oil 1 cup peas 2 cups cauliflower (cut into big chunks) 2 cups potato (cut in small chunks) 2 tsp garlic paste 3 tsp salt 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 tsp cilantro powder 2 tsp green chili [...]
Spicy Chicken Drum Sticks For an extra kick try these spicy chicken drum sticks for your next meal! Recipe type: Main Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 pound chicken drum sticks 4 tablespoons skimmed yogurt ½ teaspoon ginger paste 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced green chili or paprika [...]
Lentil Curry Serves: 3-4 Ingredients ¼ cup red lentils ¾ cup brown lentils 4 cups water 5 garlic cloves, minced ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon turmeric ½ teaspoon dry cilantro, ground 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ cup of sliced onion 1 teaspoon cumin, ground ⅛ [...]
Mango Pudding This creamy, tropical dessert can be made with a sweetener of your choice. It would also taste great sweetened only by the mango puree. Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 4 Ingredients 1½ cup mango puree (no-sugar added) ½ cup evaporated milk (sugar-free) 4 cups skimmed milk 2 [...]
This is an easy, warming soup to have on cold nights. For a gluten-free version, substitute the egg noodles for rice noodles, or omit them entirely. Tarragon Noodle Soup Recipe type: Soup Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 bay leaf 1 ½ medium carrots, thinly sliced 4 cups chicken broth, preferably [...]
Tomato and Onion Omelet A delicious tomato and onion omelet that's perfect for a high-protein breakfast or brunch. Recipe type: Breakfast Serves: 4 Ingredients 2 Tbsp tomatoes, finely chopped 2 Tbsp onion, chopped 4 eggs 1 Tbsp salt 2 tsp green chili, minced Pinch of black pepper ¼ tsp [...]
Traditional Greek Salad A bright, fresh Greek salad to lighten up any meal! Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: Greek Serves: 2 Ingredients ½ red onion, thinly sliced ¼ green pepper, finely sliced 1 cup cucumber, peeled and cut into chunks ¼ cup Kalamata olives 1 cup tomatoes, sliced ½ cup [...]
