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15 Dinner Recipes for Blood Sugar Control

Enjoy a variety of healthy, blood sugar-friendly dinners with these easy-to-make recipes that incorporate lean proteins, vegetables, and wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Various
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups mixed veggies (zucchini, bell pepper, carrots)
  • 2 fillets salmon fillets
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 zucchini shredded zucchini
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice
  • ½ cup cooked shrimp
  • 1 egg egg
  • ½ cup peas and carrots
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 sliced chicken breast
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1 bell pepper sliced bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 avocado avocado
  • Shredded lettuce, salsa, shredded cheese Shredded lettuce, salsa, shredded cheese
  • 1 eggplant sliced eggplant
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup marinara (no sugar added)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 cup cooked diced chicken
  • ½ cucumber chopped cucumber
  • ½ tomato chopped tomato
  • 2 tbsp feta
Lettuce and toppings
  • Romaine lettuce leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
  • Tzatziki (optional) Tzatziki (optional)
Squash and sauce
  • 1 spaghetti squash spaghetti squash
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup no-sugar marinara
  • to taste Italian herbs
  • 1 block tofu
  • 1 cup mixed stir fry veggies
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • to taste Garlic and soy sauce
  • 2 fillets cod fillets
  • 2 cups green beans
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 cup cauliflower crust
  • ½ cup no-sugar tomato sauce
  • Veggies (mushrooms, peppers, spinach) Veggies (mushrooms, peppers, spinach)
  • Mozzarella cheese Mozzarella cheese
  • 2 chicken breasts chicken breasts
  • 1 onion sliced onion
  • 2 bell peppers sliced bell peppers
  • 1 tbsp fajita seasoning
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
  • to taste Garlic and sesame oil
  • 2 eggs eggs
  • ½ cup chopped spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes
  • ½ avocado sliced avocado

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken with olive oil, lemon, and seasonings. Grill for 6–8 minutes per side. Roast veggies at 400°F for 20 minutes.
  2. Bake salmon at 375°F for 15–18 minutes. Sauté garlic and spinach in olive oil. Serve with lemon.
  3. Brown turkey, add zucchini, tomatoes, and seasoning. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  4. Scramble egg, add veggies, shrimp, and cauliflower rice. Stir fry for 5–7 minutes.
  5. Sauté chicken in oil, add veggies and garlic-ginger. Stir fry until tender.
  6. Cook turkey with seasoning. Assemble bowls with lettuce, turkey, salsa, cheese, and avocado.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and nutrition. Adjust seasoning to taste.