Healthy Sides
Having diabetes does not mean that you cannot enjoy flavorful and savory foods! Try these healthy side dish recipes below!
Carrots with Orange Glaze
- 3 cups diagonally sliced, peeled carrots
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot
- 2 tablespoons water
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- Steam carrots over boiling water on a steamer rack, covered, for 5 minutes.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the orange juice, water, lemon juice, honey, and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook for 3 minutes.
- Combine the cornstarch or arrowroot with the water. Add to the orange juice mixture and cook over low heat until thickened. Pour the orange glaze over the carrots and serve. Garnish with mint leaves.
Serves 6. Serving size 1/2 cup.
Nutrition Info: Calories 54; Total Fat 0 g; Total Carbohydrate 13 g
Italian Bean Salad
- 2 15-oz cans white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 small red onion, minced
- 3 stalks celery, diagonally sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced scallions
- 1/2 cup minced parsley
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh ground pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients in the order given. Add more balsamic vinegar if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serves 6. Serving size 1/2 cup.
Nutrition Info: Calories 167; Total Fat 3.0 g; Total Carbohydrate 28 g
This information is a summary from "Diabetic Meals In 30 Minutes - Or Less!" and is provided with the permission of the American Diabetes Association.
It includes delicious, simple healthy foods for your diabetes meal plan with everything from appetizers to desserts.
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