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.

Sunday, February 20, 2022

CABBAGE/BROCCOLI SLAW

One weekend I needed a diabetic-friendly dish for a pitch-in meal. I wanted to take something different, so this is what I came up with. Feel free to make adjustments to suit your taste and diet needs. Along with some protein sources this dish did not raise my blood sugar.

About 3 cups chopped packaged coleslaw mix
About 1 cup chopped broccoli
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds

Dressing:
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp olive oil mayonnaise
1 tbsp Splenda
1 tbsp apple-cider vinegar
1 tbsp finely shredded apple

Combine first 4 ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix together well.

Stir dressing ingredients together in a small bowl and pour over the slaw mixture. Toss well to coat.
Cover and refrigerate a couple of hours before serving.

Note: I failed to take a picture, so this is a file photo of a similar salad.

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