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Peach and Blueberry Greek Yogurt Cake - diabetic friendly

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup almond flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cup granulated Stevia or another non-nutritive sweetener 3 large eggs Zest of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 ripe peach, thinly sliced 1 cup fresh blueberries Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat together the Greek yogurt, sweetener, eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Slowly beat the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Beat in the vegetable oil. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Top with the sliced peaches and blueberries. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 2 ripe avocados, diced 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced Juice of 1 lime 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Instructions: Preheat your grill on medium-high heat. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill the salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. While the salmon is grilling, combine the avocado, red onion, jalapeno, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Stir well to combine. Once the salmon is done, top each fillet with a generous spoonful of avocado salsa.

Summer Vegetable Ratatouille

  Summer Vegetable Ratatouille Ingredients: 1 eggplant, diced 2 zucchinis, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions : Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it's translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add all the vegetables to the pan and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally. Season with salt, pepper, and basil just before serving. Enjoy this dish as is or with grilled chicken for additional protein.