Can you give me some good recipes for diabetes?
Yes, here are three diabetes-friendly recipes that you may enjoy:
1. Baked Salmon with Asparagus and Brown Rice
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh dill (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through.
4. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus for 1-2 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender.
5. Serve the salmon on a bed of brown rice, with the steamed asparagus on the side. Sprinkle with fresh dill and extra lemon juice.
2. Grilled Chicken with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through.
4. Meanwhile, toss the sliced bell pepper and zucchini with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven at 400°F (204°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
5. Serve the grilled chicken on a bed of cooked quinoa, with the roasted vegetables on the side.
3. Lentil Soup with Spinach and Carrots
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and garlic in a bit of olive oil until softened.
2. Add the lentils, water or broth, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
3. Add the fresh spinach and let it wilt in the soup for a few minutes.
4. Puree the soup using an immersion blender or blender (careful not to burn yourself with hot soup) until smooth.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!
I hope you find these recipes helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions or if you would like more recipe ideas.