10 diabetic-friendly dinner recipes
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Have you ever caught yourself stressing over the fact that your diabetic dietary requirements do not allow you to eat certain foods? Are you tired of the usual meals you eat to keep your blood sugar in check? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Following a diabetic-friendly diet doesn’t mean you have to eat bland food! Here are 10 delicious dinner recipes that are good for diabetics:

Source: eatingwell.com​

1. Sweet Potato-Black Bean Burgers

Prep and cook time: 45 minutes

These easy-to-make vegan sweet potato-black beans burgers are packed with flavour! Just a tip: Blend the ingredients using your hands to give the burgers a soft, uniform texture.

Source: eatingwell.com​

2. Lemon-Garlic Pasta with Salmon

Prep and cook time: 15 mins

If you have leftover salmon in your fridge, then this recipe is perfect for you! The dish is not just easy-to-make and delicious, it is also healthy for the heart and brain. As an added bonus, this dish is ready in just 15 minutes!

Source: eatingwell.com​

3. Sausage, Tomato, & White Bean Stew

Prep and cook time: 45 mins

This hearty bean stew can be served for lunch or dinner. This filling and flavoursome stew features cannellini beans and sweet turkey sausage.

Source: eatingwell.com​

4. Meal-Prep Curried Chicken Bowls

Prep time: 5 mins, Prep and cook time of associated recipe: 2 hrs 50 mins

If you often find yourself feeling too lazy to prepare dinner, this recipe is perfect for you! Prepare this delicious curried chicken in large batches before packing them and storing them in the fridge. This meal can last up to 4 days!

Source: eatingwell.com​

5. Thai-Style Chopped Salad with Sriracha Tofu

Prep and cook time: 10 minutes

A delicious, hearty salad that you can prepare in just 10 minutes? Yes, please! This Thai-style chopped salad is packed with protein and features four easy ingredients — kale, brussel sprout, broccoli, and cabbage.

Source: diabetesaustralia.com​

6. Red Lentil and Tomato Soup

Prep and cook time: Approx. 20 mins

This flavoursome red lentil and tomato soup is perfect to enjoy on cozy nights. The lycopene from tomatoes also helps you boost your skin health!

Source: diabetesaustralia.com​

7. Spicy Orange Chicken with Baked Vegetable Parcels
Prep and cook time: Approx. 40 mins
This dish infuses the tanginess and sweetness of orange with succulent chicken drumsticks. Taste the bursting flavours of this orange chicken dish by trying this recipe!

Source: diabetesaustralia.com​

8. Spinach, Tomato and Prosciutto Wholegrain Pizza

Prep and cook time: Approx. 2hrs

Have you caught yourself craving for takeaway pizza but your dietary requirements prevent you from ordering one? Try making this healthy wholegrain pizza! Serve this pizza with a garden salad for a complete meal.

Source: diabetesaustralia.com​

9. Vegetable Pasta Bake

Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: Approx. 30 mins

If you're looking for a hassle-free dinner that is healthy and delicious, then this vegetable pasta bake is perfect for you!

Source: diabetesaustralia.com​

10. Mexican Bean Burritos

Prep and cook time: Approx. 35 mins

Taste the flavours of Mexican cuisine with this vegetarian burrito!

Will you be trying any of these recipes?

 

[Imbi]

For sure, they sound good and I am diabetic.

 

[Druid]

I'm diabetic and have just found a great range of new meals in these.

 

[Xe]

That burger looks amazing. I'm sure it works great with other lentils too