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Five Healthy, Quick to Cook Meal Ideas from Costco – Dietitian Approved

Costco is known for bringing in the trendiest “health” foods, but not all items are the best choices for people with diabetes or prediabetes. Here are 5 RD approved ideas:
1. Grilled chicken patties on sprouted grain bread
2. Organic Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast from Vicky’s Kitchen
3. Green Chili Shredded Chicken & Riced Cauliflower Bowl from Don Lee Farms

No Cook Zucchini Pesto Chicken Salad

This light, low-carb meal was created on a very hot Missouri day and therefore requires no oven, stovetop or anything else that requires heat! Ingredients Makes 2 servings 2 zucchini, spiralized or chopped 1 large tomato or 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped 2 tbsp Italian dressing 1 fully cooked deli rotisserie chicken 3 tbsp pesto sauceContinue reading “No Cook Zucchini Pesto Chicken Salad”

Microwave Friendly Simple Chicken Teriyaki Stir-fry

Makes 4 servings This is a very quick dinner idea or lunch meal prep option for people managing their blood sugars. The no sugar marinade and smaller portion of rice per serving help reduce total carbohydrates. Ingredients 1 lb frozen, fully cooked, diced chicken breast- reheated in the microwave according to package directions 1 lbContinue reading “Microwave Friendly Simple Chicken Teriyaki Stir-fry”

Best Breakfast Cereals for People with Diabetes or Prediabetes

Let’s face it. Cereal, for the most part, is not the healthiest choice for anyone, but there are some that can be worked into a healthy eating plan for people with diabetes or prediabetes. There are a couple of things you want to look for in a cereal: Fiber: Look for cereals with dietary fiber,Continue reading “Best Breakfast Cereals for People with Diabetes or Prediabetes”

Classic Cheeseburger Bowls

These bowls are a perfect prep ahead meal for weekday lunches. Ingredients 1 lb Cooked ground beef 1 bag Birdseye Steamfresh rice with mixed veggies or brown rice, cooked according to package directions Sliced or shredded cheese Ketchup (no high fructose corn syrup- look for organic, natural or naturally sweetened like Simply Heinz) Mustard ChoppedContinue reading “Classic Cheeseburger Bowls”