Top 20 Recipes of 2018

As we move into the new year and thoughts turn to healthy resolutions and diabetes meal planning, the Diabetes Food Hub team looked back at the first year of the site and reviewed the most popular recipes as determined by, you, our visitors. Favorites ranged from a low-carb chicken and mushroom superstar to breakfast frittatas just begging for a personal spin. Altogether, they make a fantastic round up of meals designed to help you be the best you in 2019 and beyond. Click on the slideshow below to see the top crowd pleasers of 2018.

The Top 20 Diabetes Food Hub Recipes of 2018

January 2019

Appetizers Beverages Breakfast Budget Friendly Cooking for 1 or 2 Desserts Dinner Foodie Gluten-Free Holidays & Entertaining Lunch Main Dish No Cook One Pot Quick & Easy Salads Sandwiches Sauces Sides Slow cooker Snacks Vegetarian High in Fiber Low Sodium Lower Carb Veggie Rich Asian Caribbean Comfort Food Grilling Italian Kid Friendly Latin American Mediterranean Mexican/Southwestern

Slideshow: 10 Low-Carb Fruit Recipes

As the end of summer approaches, most fruit varieties reach their peak. This means that prices at the grocery store or farmers market go down, while the fresh flavor goes up. There’s not a better time to stock up and take advantage of recipes that lean on fruit to add complex flavors or a touch of sweetness. And while it’s always wise to keep an eye on the carb content, the fiber- and vitamin-rich profile of most fruits mean you can indulge a little while keeping carb counts diabetes friendly.

7 Easy Slow-Cooker Recipes

The polar vortex may finally be receding, but there are plenty of cool days ahead. On a cold day, there are few things as nice as walking into a house and being greeted with the rich, hearty smell of a slow-cooker meal. Instant warmth! Another plus? Most slow-cooker recipes are easy to prepare, meaning you can pull everything together quickly in the morning, and have a warm, comforting meal waiting for you in the evening with very little effort. If you're new to slow-cookers, this relatively inexpensive appliance is well worth the investment. And if you have an Instant Pot or other multi-cookers, you have a slow cooker too! With a special lid, you can use the slow-cook setting found on nearly all of these devices.

Ask the Experts: All About Carbs

When it comes to carbohydrates and diabetes, it’s hard to make sense of all the information out there. Fat was once seen as the enemy, but in recent years, carbohydrates have taken center stage as the villain to healthy eating. But this “bad guy” reputation doesn’t tell the whole story. So, how much carb should a person with diabetes eat?

Planning for a Picnic

Warm weather is a great time to move the meal outdoors. But as you pack your basket and plan for a healthy, diabetes-friendly meal in the open air, there are some tips and tricks you can use to keep your meal savory, safe, and successful. Whether your family is planning a beach trip, picnic, or reunion, food is usually involved. Before you hit the road for your next outing, remember these tips to keep your food fresh while also keeping you and your loved ones healthy and safe.

Tasty Tips for Traveling

Your bags are packed and you’re heading out for a well-deserved vacation. But what about meals and snacks? Whether you’re traveling by car, air or rail, when you’re managing your diabetes, a little planning can make your time on the go a lot less stressful and a lot more fun!