If you’re looking for a recipe that helps stabilize blood sugar levels, you’ll want something with fiber, protein, and healthy fats—these can slow the absorption of sugars into your bloodstream. Here’s a simple, balanced recipe for a Blood Sugar Stabilizing Salad that’s both delicious and nutritious:
Blood Sugar Stabilizing Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mixed greens (spinach, kale, arugula, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup avocado, diced (healthy fat for stabilization)
- 1/4 cup cooked quinoa (or chickpeas for extra protein)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (fiber and healthy omega-3s)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (healthy fat for slow sugar absorption)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (to help with digestion)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: A small handful of nuts (almonds or walnuts for protein and healthy fat)
Instructions:
- Prepare the veggies: Wash and chop your mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and avocado. If you’re using quinoa or chickpeas, make sure they are cooked and cooled.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, quinoa (or chickpeas), and avocado.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice), chia seeds or flaxseeds, salt, and pepper. If you like a bit of extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard or a dash of garlic powder.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Optional: Top with a small handful of nuts for added crunch, protein, and healthy fats.
This salad is full of fiber, protein, and healthy fats that help regulate blood sugar levels. It’s great as a side or as a light meal on its own!
Why it works:
- Fiber: Helps slow the absorption of sugars into the bloodstream, keeping your blood sugar levels stable.
- Healthy fats (from avocado, olive oil, nuts): Slow the digestion of carbohydrates and provide sustained energy.
- Protein (from quinoa, chickpeas, and seeds): Helps balance blood sugar and keeps you feeling full longer.
Enjoy the salad and feel good knowing you’re nourishing your body in a balanced way!