25 Low-Sugar Recipes We Can’t Wait to Make

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25 Low-Sugar Recipes We Can’t Wait to Make2/25 Italian Cloud Eggs 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Drop egg yolks on nests of whipped Italian-seasoned egg whites, then bake in a cast-iron skillet. Dreamy!—Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 96 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 190mg cholesterol, 234mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat. This egg dish is almost too pretty to eat—and it has 0 grams of sugar per serving. Whether you

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have it for breakfast or another meal, this combination of egg whites and yolks should be a staple among your low-sugar recipes. [/rms_recipe] 3/25 Pistachio Salmon 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pistachio Salmon Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This simple salmon gets its crunch from a coating of crushed pistachios, panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Add steamed veggies and rice and it’s dinnertime! —Anthony Oraczewski, Port St. Lucie, FL Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked fish: 269 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol,

497mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein

497mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 4/25 Lemon-Pepper Broccoli 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon-Pepper Broccoli Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh green broccoli turns tangy and tasty when roasted with lemon juice and pepper. A sprinkle of almonds adds crunch. —Liz Bellville, Jacksonville, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 84 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 103mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1

vegetable, 1 fat

vegetable, 1 fat. You can’t go wrong with broccoli. It’s a superfood loaded with sulfuraphane, a compound that has been shown to help fend off certain cancers. Plus, this citrus-loaded broccoli dish contains 0 grams of sugar and 4 grams of fiber, which bodes well for blood sugar control. [/rms_recipe] 5/25 Sesame-Garlic Pumpkin Seeds Test Kitchen Approved Sesame-Garlic Pumpkin Seeds Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This “everything” mix of pumpkin seeds with other seeds and seasoning is a fun treat—a lively way to use the

Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch

seeds left over from your Halloween jack-o’-lantern! —Danielle Lee, West Palm Beach, Florida. Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 95 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. Looking for a high protein, low-sugar snack? These roasted pumpkin seeds are jacked up with an egg white and sesame seeds to offer 4 grams of protein and 0 grams of sugar per serving. Find even more low-sugar snacks. [/rms_recipe] 6/25 Tuna and White Bean Lettuce Wraps 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tuna and White Bean Lettuce Wraps

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 starch

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a fabulous way to dress up ordinary tuna salad. This easy recipe makes a quick dinner or lunch at the office, and it’s good for you. —Heather Senger, Madison, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3 wraps: 279 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 421mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 7g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 starch. Are you eating fish at least twice a week to get healthy omega-3 fats? In one of

Add veggies if desired, but grill them separately

our favorite low-sugar recipes, you get a healthy dose of protein with tuna fish and beans on top of delicate Bibb lettuce for just 1 gram of sugar per serving. [/rms_recipe] 7/25 Grilled Lemon-Dill Shrimp 4 Reviews Grilled Lemon-Dill Shrimp Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This grilled shrimp is one of my go-to recipes when I stare at the freezer and draw a blank. Add veggies if desired, but grill them separately. —Jane Whittaker, Pensacola, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 221 calories, 15g fat (2g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 3 fat

saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 578mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 3 fat. If you’re looking for a simple dinner, try this grilled shrimp. With 0 grams of sugar and 19 grams of protein per serving, this will keep you blood sugar stable for awhile. You can toss it on top of a whole grain, like brown rice or quinoa, to up the fiber. [/rms_recipe] 8/25 Asparagus with Fresh Basil Sauce 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go

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to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Add zip to your party with this easy appetizer. The dip that can also double as a flavorful sandwich spread. — Janie Colle Hutchinson, Kansas Nutrition Facts: about 2 spears with 1 tablespoon sauce: 72 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat. For a colorful side dish with fish, chicken or tofu, this asparagus is a crowd-pleaser! With a mere 1 gram of sugar per serving, this is one of those low-sugar recipes that you can prep ahead and

enjoy within a couple of days

enjoy within a couple of days. [/rms_recipe] 9/25 Vegetable Samosas 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family enjoys the wonderful Indian flavors in a traditional samosa. Baked instead of fried, this version has fewer calories but keeps all the classic tastes and textures we love. —Amy Siegel, Clifton, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 samosa: 79 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.

This baked version of an Indian classic is chock-full of nourishing spices and vegetables. With 1 gram of sugar per serving, this delicate phyllo dough melts in your mouth. You can enjoy these savory samosas with grilled chicken or shrimp for lunch or dinner. [/rms_recipe] 10/25 Shrimp and Lentils 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp and Lentils Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you have frozen shrimp, a few seasoning ingredients, bagged spinach and lentils on hand, you can make this dish in no time.

It’s so delicious—nobody needs to know that it’s healthy too!

It’s so delicious—nobody needs to know that it’s healthy too! —Mary Kay LaBrie, Clermont, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 370 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 1024mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1.500 starch, 1 fat. With a whopping 26 grams of protein, 1 gram of sugar and 4 grams of fiber per serving, this hearty bowl of shrimp and lentils with spinach and spices will keep your appetite satisfied for hours. You can easily make this with frozen shrimp and precooked lentils so it’s ready to eat in

minutes. [/rms_recipe] 11/25 Asian Tofu 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Asian Tofu Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This tasty Asian tofu was the first meatless recipe my fiance made for me. Tofu is a wonderful light protein and is so easy to pair with broiled or grilled veggies, such as eggplant and asparagus, or even tomatoes. —Emily Steers, Los Angeles, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 208 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 440mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic

Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 lean meat

Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 lean meat. The tofu soaks up the Asian-inspired flavors beautifully in this dish. This plant-based lunch or dinner is sure to please with 9 grams of protein and only 1 gram of sugar per serving. The best part is it’s only made with six ingredients! [/rms_recipe] 12/25 Spiced Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Lime Butter 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spiced Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Lime Butter Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This grilled chicken gets a lovely pop of color and

flavor from the lime butter—don’t skip it!

flavor from the lime butter—don’t skip it! —Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1 tablespoon lime butter: 430 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 411mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 40g protein. There’s nothing as tasty as cilantro and citrus together in a marinade. This protein-packed recipe contains 40 grams of protein and 3 grams of sugar per serving—and it’s simple to make.[/rms_recipe] 13/25 Tasty Tacos 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tasty Tacos Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go

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