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Harissa-Spiced Turkey & Roasted Vegetables Bowl
View recipe: Harissa-Spiced Turkey & Roasted Vegetables BowlIf you’ve ever found yourself in a rut with low-carb meals, using the same seasonings over and over, this dish is a great way to break out of it. North African flavors bring boldness and variety, making everyday ingredients feel completely new. In this recipe, harissa, cumin, and cinnamon come together to create a rich,…
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How I Lowered My Fasting Glucose (and What the Research Says)
View recipe: How I Lowered My Fasting Glucose (and What the Research Says)For a long time, my morning blood sugar sat higher than I wanted. I was already eating low carb, avoiding sugar, and making healthy choices, but I’d still wake up to numbers around 117. Not terrible, but not where I wanted them. Eventually, I found a combination that consistently keeps my fasting glucose between 90…
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Chimichurri Roasted Salmon with Fennel and Spinach – A Healthy Low-Carb Dinner for Type 2 Diabetes
View recipe: Chimichurri Roasted Salmon with Fennel and Spinach – A Healthy Low-Carb Dinner for Type 2 DiabetesDiscover a Flavor-Packed Low-Carb Dinner That’s Diabetes-Friendly If you’ve recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and are adjusting to a low-carb diet, you might be wondering: What can I eat that’s both healthy and delicious? The good news? Low-carb doesn’t mean boring or bland! This Chimichurri Roasted Salmon with Fennel and Spinach is a…
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Sichuan Peppercorn Tofu Stir-Fry – A Spicy, Meal-Prep Friendly Dinner
View recipe: Sichuan Peppercorn Tofu Stir-Fry – A Spicy, Meal-Prep Friendly DinnerWow! This was really fun! I’ve never cooked with Sichuan peppercorns before—just enjoyed the bold, spicy flavors of Sichuan food in general. But I finally bought a bag of Sichuan peppercorns on Amazon, and let me tell you… I’m doing this again frequently. So good! This tofu stir-fry brings that classic, numbing heat (mala) you…
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Turkey & Romaine Taco Salad Jars
View recipe: Turkey & Romaine Taco Salad JarsSometimes, meal prep salads just don’t hit the spot. They can feel like a pile of sad, soggy greens that leave you hungry an hour later. That’s why I love this Turkey & Romaine Taco Salad—it’s high in protein, full of flavor, and keeps you satisfied. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to throw together. I originally…
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A Simple, One-Pan Filipino-Inspired Dinner That’s Big on Flavor and Low on Carbs
View recipe: A Simple, One-Pan Filipino-Inspired Dinner That’s Big on Flavor and Low on CarbsSome nights, cooking feels like a chore. You want something healthy, balanced, and satisfying—but also quick, easy, and with minimal cleanup. If you’re trying to eat low-carb, low-saturated fat meals, it can feel even trickier. That’s why I love meals like this Salmon Adobo with Garlic Spinach & Cauliflower Rice. It’s one-pan, meal-prep-friendly, and absolutely…
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A Meal Prep Favorite: Southwest Pork & Roasted Veggie Plate
View recipe: A Meal Prep Favorite: Southwest Pork & Roasted Veggie PlateSome meals are just easy wins. They do everything you want—flavorful, filling, healthy, and great for meal prep. This Southwest Pork & Roasted Veggie Plate is one of those meals. It’s packed with protein, full of fiber-rich veggies, and has just the right amount of smoky heat from chipotles in adobo. We finally got around…
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Spanish Almond & Smoked Paprika Chicken Stew
View recipe: Spanish Almond & Smoked Paprika Chicken StewOn February 13, 2025, we had a rare rainy day here in the desert. The cool, damp weather made me crave something warm and comforting. I decided to make a Spanish Almond & Smoked Paprika Chicken Stew. A Hearty Stew for Low-Carb Diets Eating well with diabetes means finding meals that are tasty and low…
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Spinach Provençal with Chicken and Artichokes
View recipe: Spinach Provençal with Chicken and ArtichokesI’ve been working on keeping my dinners very low carb, but my wife pointed out something important: she wasn’t staying full. She’d eat, enjoy the meal, and then find herself reaching for a snack later. Not ideal. So, I’m tweaking things. This Chicken Provençal with Spinach & Artichokes is an early attempt at increasing portion sizes while…
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South Indian-Inspired Eggplant and Shrimp Stir-Fry
View recipe: South Indian-Inspired Eggplant and Shrimp Stir-FrySpice Up Dinner with This South Indian-Inspired Eggplant and Shrimp Stir-Fry Sometimes, dinner just needs a little more excitement. A lot of healthy recipes lean on the mild side, which can be a letdown when you’re looking for something bold and flavorful. That’s where this South Indian-Spiced Eggplant & Shrimp Stir-Fry comes in. It’s packed…
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