34 Healthy Diabetic-Friendly Appetizer Recipes

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34 Healthy Diabetic-Friendly Appetizer Recipes2/34 Beet Hummus 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1/4 cup: 87 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 131mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. This tasty beetroot hummus is the prettiest pink snack I’ve ever seen. The healthy recipe is handy to make in large batches and keep in the fridge for lunches and snacks throughout the week. —Elizabeth Worndl,

Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch

Toronto, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 87 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 131mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 3/34 Chicken Spring Rolls 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Chicken Spring Rolls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 wrap with 1 teaspoon sauce: 195 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 337mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Instead of ordering Chinese, you’ll be making these yourself!

This recipe is just like any other Asian wrap, but with more delicious and healthy flavor. Instead of ordering Chinese, you’ll be making these yourself! —Melissa Hansen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap with 1 teaspoon sauce: 195 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 337mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 4/34 Peachy Jalapeno Guacamole Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Peachy Jalapeno Guacamole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1/4

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch

cup: 90 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. Fresh jalapenos and summer-ripe peaches lighten up this creamy guacamole. It’s got a little kick, but I love that it’s not so spicy it burns off my taste buds! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 90 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 5/34 Sweet Pea Pesto Crostini 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 20 pieces Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 crostini: 77 calories, 2g fat (trace saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. I made a healthier spin on my favorite celebrity chef’s recipe by subbing in vegetable broth for some of the oil and going easy on the cheese. To top crostini, use this recipe for a pastelike pesto. For use on pasta, add more broth for a saucelike consistency. —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas

Get more snacks for people with diabetes

Get more snacks for people with diabetes. Nutrition Facts: 1 crostini: 77 calories, 2g fat (trace saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 6/34 Cilantro & Lime Chicken with Scoops 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cilantro & Lime Chicken with Scoops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 45 min Servings 16 servings (4 cups) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1/4 cup chicken mixture: 97 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 183mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g

fiber), 9g protein

fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat. I came up with this recipe when I was preparing for a large party and I wanted a healthy chicken appetizer to serve in tortilla cups. You can make this party dish ahead of time to free yourself for time-sensitive dishes. Serve it in tortilla chip cups or any other savory crispy cup you like. Enjoy leftovers over salad greens or wrapped up in tender tortillas for burritos. — Lori Terry, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup chicken mixture: 97 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 183mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate

(2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein

(2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat. 7/34 Avocado Endive Cups with Salsa Test Kitchen Approved Avocado Endive Cups with Salsa Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 appetizer: 43 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. I jazz up guacamole by serving it atop endive leaves to keep it low-carb. Add a brilliant red pepper salsa, and you’ve got a standout appetizer.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat

—Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 43 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 8/34 Balsamic-Goat Cheese Grilled Plums 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 plum half with 1 tablespoon cheese and 2 teaspoons glaze: 58 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. Make a real statement at

your summer dinner party with this simply elegant treat that’s low in calories

your summer dinner party with this simply elegant treat that’s low in calories. Ripe plums are grilled and then dressed up with a balsamic reduction and sprinkled with tangy goat cheese. —Ariana Abelow, Holliston, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 plum half with 1 tablespoon cheese and 2 teaspoons glaze: 58 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 9/34 Tangy Texas Salsa 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings (1/3 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe

I’m a “transplant” from Wisconsin currently living in Texas

Creator: Nutrition Facts 1/3 cup: 28 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. I’m a “transplant” from Wisconsin currently living in Texas. Even after 20 years, I can’t get enough of our wonderful local citrus. The combination of tangy fruit, spicy jalapeno and distinctive cilantro is so refreshing and light. —Lois Kildahl, McAllen, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 28 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 10/34 Makeover Creamy Artichoke Dip 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Makeover Creamy

With cheese, jalapenos and a hint of lemon, it’s a treasured favorite

Artichoke Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 5 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1/4 cup: 104 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 348mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein. Folks are sure to gather around this ooey-gooey, lightened-up dip whenever it’s placed on any buffet table. With cheese, jalapenos and a hint of lemon, it’s a treasured favorite. —Mary Spencer, Greendale, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 104 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 348mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0

fiber), 7g protein

fiber), 7g protein. 11/34 Baked Pot Stickers with Dipping Sauce 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 dozen (3/4 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 pot sticker with 3/4 teaspoon sauce: 52 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch. Twisting these wonton wrappers like little candies makes them fuss-free, and the dipping sauce is packed with sweet heat. Baking instead of frying keeps them lower in calories. —Taylor Marsh, Algona, Iowa Nutrition

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch

Facts: 1 pot sticker with 3/4 teaspoon sauce: 52 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch. 12/34 White Bean Hummus 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 5 min Servings 10 servings (1-1/4 cups) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 2 tablespoons: 78 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 114mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. My version of hummus features a delightful nuttiness from

tahini, a peanut butter-like paste made from ground sesame seeds

tahini, a peanut butter-like paste made from ground sesame seeds. The beans pack a lot of protein so it’s a healthy snack for kids. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 78 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 114mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 13/34 Pork Satay 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pork Satay Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 20 servings (about 3/4 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutrition Facts 1 skewer:

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