Diabetes Prevention and Chronic Disease Management

BREAKFAST

Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos
Simple Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
Pumpkin Pancakes
Savory Steel Cut Oats with Mushrooms
Sausage and Apple Breakfast Skewers
Mini Ham and Cheese Quiches
Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Mini Meaty Frittatas

LUNCH

Healthy Hamburger Soup
Cajun Shrimp and Fish Tacos
Oven Baked Lime Ranch Chicken Wings
Garlicky Salmon Balls
Sheet Pan Mini Meatloaf
Lettuce Wraps
Anything Quesadillas

DINNER

Classic Lasagna Soup
One Pot Meatballs and Green Beans with Mushrooms
Sesame Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Butternut Squash Noodles
Teriyaki Ginger Sesame Chicken and Broccoli
Honey Glazed Pork Chops
Beef (or Veggie Protein) and Veggie Stir Fry
Creamy One-Pot Salmon and Asparagus
Curry Spiced Grain Bowl
Roasted Harvest Salad with Honey Garlic Dressing
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Sugar Free BBQ Sauce

BEVERAGES

Strawberry Banana Oat Smoothie
Cucumber Mint Water
Mixed Berry Breakfast Smoothie
Blueberry Mint Limeade
Green Tea Benefits
Watermelon Lime Water

SIDES

Spicy Sesame Sauteed Red Cabbage
Curried Black Eyed Peas
Sweet Potato Fries
Asian Lentil Sesame Fried Rice
Southwest Summer Salad
Warm Butternut Squash Kale Salad with Goat Cheese and Pepitas
Sweet Cayenne Grilled Carrots
Oven Roasted Cauliflower

SNACKS

Blueberry Pumpkin Energy Snack Bars
Fresh Popcorn
My Plate Mini Pizzas
Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
Buffalo Cauliflower with Ranch Greek Yogurt
Garden Grilled Cheese

DESSERTS

Oat Cookie Clusters
Fruity Pizza
Mango Yogurt Popsicles
Quick Peach Crisp
Yogurt Dipped Strawberries with Drizzled Chocolate
Banana Ice Cream
Loaded Apple Slices

Substitutions & Tips

Sugar substitutions

  • Agave nectar has a lower glycemic index than sugar and other sweeteners. They are a great substitute for sugar and honey in oatmeal, sauces, yogurt, and smoothies. 
  • Stevia, monk fruit, and sugar-alternative blends can add sweetness without adding sugar. Note: These alternatives can taste sweeter than sugar and may have an aftertaste so be sure to add small amounts at a time to adjust for taste.
  • Banana and applesauce adds natural sweetness and moisture to baked goods. They are a great addition to reduce the amount of added sugar in recipes.
  • Water can serve as a great base to smoothies instead of juices that may have a lot of natural or added sugars. 

Water instead of juice

  • Water can serve as a great base to smoothies instead of juices that may have a lot of natural or added sugars.

Meat alternatives

  • Mushrooms are a great meat substitute! They are hearty, full of flavor, and are a delicous, natural plant-based alternative to meat.
  • Tofu is delicious plant-based substitute that picks up the flavors of many dishes similarly to meats. Be sure to press out the excess water before cooking or choose extra-firm options.