Maintaining a balanced diet is essential for managing diabetes. Sandwiches are fast and easy to make and eat and can be very nutritious when prepared with the right ingredients. At Doctors On Site, we believe that eating well should be delicious and easy. Here are three diabetes-friendly sandwich recipes perfect for your next lunch.
# 1. Turkey and Avocado Whole Grain Sandwich
This sandwich combines lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber, making it an excellent choice for stabilizing blood sugar levels.
Ingredients:
– 2 slices whole grain or whole wheat bread
– 3-4 slices of lean turkey breast
– 1/2 avocado, sliced
– 1 small handful of spinach leaves
– 2 slices tomato
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Toast the whole grain bread slices if desired.
2. Spread the Dijon mustard on one side of each slice of bread.
3. Layer the turkey breast, avocado slices, spinach leaves, and tomato slices on one slice of bread.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Top with the second slice of bread, cut in half, and serve.
# 2. Grilled Chicken and Veggie Wrap
This wrap is packed with lean protein and fiber-rich vegetables, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels throughout the day.
Ingredients:
– 1 whole wheat tortilla
– 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
– 1/4 cup shredded carrots
– 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
– 1/4 cup cucumber slices
– 1/4 cup hummus
– A handful of mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
Instructions:
1. Spread the hummus evenly over the whole wheat tortilla.
2. Layer the sliced grilled chicken, shredded carrots, bell peppers, cucumber slices, and mixed greens on top of the hummus.
3. Roll up the tortilla tightly to form a wrap.
4. Cut the wrap in half and serve immediately.
# 3. Tuna and Avocado Salad Sandwich
This open-faced sandwich provides a good balance of healthy fats, fiber, and protein, making it a great option for diabetes management.
Ingredients:
– 1 slice whole grain or whole wheat bread
– 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
– 1/2 avocado, mashed
– 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
– 1 tablespoon chopped celery
– 1 tablespoon chopped red onion
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– A few leaves of fresh lettuce
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the drained tuna, mashed avocado, Greek yogurt, chopped celery, chopped red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Toast the whole grain bread slice if desired.
3. Spread the tuna and avocado mixture evenly over the toasted bread.
4. Top with fresh lettuce leaves.
5. Serve the open-faced sandwich immediately.
We hope you enjoy these great sandwich recipes this week for lunch!
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