WELCOME TO DIABETIC ENJOYING FOOD

I have chosen this name for this blog because it truly states my story. I am a type II diabetic who most certainly enjoys food. When I was diagnosed with diabetes several years ago, my blood sugar level was over 400. With some oral medications, a lot of research and some trial and error, I have found that unlike my ancestors I truly can continue to enjoy food. I hope this blog will help you to also enjoy food and be healthy. Some recipes are my originals and some I have collected. Everyone reacts different to various foods. Check your blood sugar readings so you will know whether or not a recipe works for you! And feel free to take a recipe and adjust it to suit your needs.

Monday, November 23, 2020

SHRIMP SALAD WITH VINAIGRETTE

 

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar

1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp Splenda Granulated (or equal amount of your favorite sweetener)
1 tsp orange zest
3 tbsp olive or canola oil
2 medium navel oranges, peeled
1 lb cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp diced pimento
5 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
5 cups torn leaf lettuce
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Combine the vinegar, garlic, Splenda and orange zest in a large bowl; whisk in the oil and set aside.

Cut the oranges into 1/2-inch slices then quarter each slice.

Add the shrimp, oranges, and pimento to the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill at least an hour.

Just before serving, toss the dressing with the lettuce and onions.

Yield: 6 servings
Per serving of two cups: 174 calories, 8 g (1 sat) fat, 9 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 17 g protein
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 fruit

Note: I got this recipe and picture from the Premiere Edition of Light and Tasty Magazine 2001.

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