45 Diabetic-Friendly Recipes for Two

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45 Diabetic-Friendly Recipes for Two2/44 Spicy Turkey Lettuce Wraps 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My go-to meal after an evening run is this satisfying turkey wrap with jicama, a potato-like root veggie used in Mexican cooking. —Christie Arp, Blue Ridge, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 3 wraps: 212 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 655mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable. 3/44 Open-Faced Egg Sandwiches Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go

This one became one of my favorites!

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always experiment with different herbs on my eggs, since I eat them every morning. This one became one of my favorites! —Valerie Belley, St. Louis, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 231 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat. 4/44 Grilled Jerk Shrimp Orzo Salad 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The heat, seasonings and appearance of this colorful main-dish salad

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

are perfect for summer—or any time of year that you want to summon memories of sunshine. —Eileen Budnyk, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Nutrition Facts: 2 cups: 340 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 716mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 5/44 Spinach Rice 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to serve this Greek-style rice dish alongside steaks with mushrooms. It makes an elegant side that can

be doubled for guests

be doubled for guests. —Jeanette Cakouros, Brunswick, Maine Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 235 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 326mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable. 6/44 Parmesan Pork Medallions 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parmesan Pork Medallions Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s one of the best pork medallion recipes I’ve found. With my own special tweaks, I have served this tender pork countless times for family and friends. It takes

very little prep time and adapts easily to serve any number

very little prep time and adapts easily to serve any number. —Angela Ciocca, Saltsburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked pork: 220 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 487mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 7/44 Spinach Fruit Salad 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruit & Spinach Salad Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The combination of sweet fruit and salty feta cheese makes this salad a winner. —Virginia

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit

Dack, Asheville, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 235 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 644mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit. 8/44 Asian Chicken Salad 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Diana Chistruga for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love their crunchy, citrusy salad so much that once I made my husband drive an hour to the nearest Applebee’s restaurant just so I could eat it! It was time to come up with my

own version

own version. I’m completely happy with the results—and my husband is, too! Find more of my recipes at my blog, mandysrecipeboxblog.com. —Mandy Bird, Holbrook, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 419 calories, 25g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 7g fiber), 12g protein. 9/44 Mixed Berry Sundaes for 2 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These delightful yogurt sundaes are an easy way to add fruit and calcium to your diet. Berries star in the dish,

which I enjoy as a simple breakfast or healthy dessert for two

which I enjoy as a simple breakfast or healthy dessert for two. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 sundae: 160 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 33mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat, 1/2 fruit. 10/44 Chicken Tzatziki 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make classic chicken recipes for my family but the real fun is trying a fresh new twist. —Krisen Heigl, Staten Island, New

York Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1/3 cup sauce: 482 calories, 27g fat (7g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 737mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein. 11/44 Tuna Wrap 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crunchy Tuna Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Packed with protein-rich tuna and fresh, crunchy veggies, these colorful wraps have sensational flavor—and they’re good for you, too. —Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 312 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 628mg sodium,

34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein

34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 12/44 Cucumber Melon Salad Test Kitchen Approved Cucumber Melon Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This colorful salad is tangy and delicious. The unexpected combination is such a pleasant surprise. You can use whatever type of melon you have on hand. —Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 159 calories, 14g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1/2 starch

protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1/2 starch. 13/44 Ginger-Kale Smoothies 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Since I started making this green smoothie recipe for breakfast every day, I honestly feel better! Substitute any fruit and juice you like to make this recipe your own healthy blend.—Linda Green, Kilauea, Kauai, Hawaii Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 121 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit, 1 vegetable. 14/44

This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation

Chicken Fajitas 355 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Flavorful Chicken Fajitas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! —Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 fajita: 369 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 689mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat. 15/44 Tomato-Basil Baked

Baked fish is so simple and so good for you

Fish 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe works successfully with many kinds of fish, while the rest of the ingredients are things you’re likely to have on hand. Baked fish is so simple and so good for you. I make this often! —Annie Hicks, Zephyrhills, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 121 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 16/44 Marinated Broccoli 2 Reviews Test Kitchen

This festive side dish couldn’t be easier to throw together

Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This festive side dish couldn’t be easier to throw together. But because it’s so pretty, it’s perfect for special occasions. —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 119 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 17/44 White Beans and Spinach 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved White Beans and Spinach Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to

I’ve prepared spinach this way for years—because my children eat it happily!

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This skillet side is a variation of a recipe I received from my Italian mother. I’ve prepared spinach this way for years—because my children eat it happily! —Lucia Johnson, Massena, New York Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 116 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 561mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 7g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch. 18/44 Quick Ginger Pork 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I are empty nesters. It was a

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