Broccoli Slaw Recipe

Summertime and livin 'is easy! What says summer better than a barbecue in the garden? And do not worry invite your parents or friends with diabetes. Here's a full menu for you that is diabetic friendly. The food is delicious, no need to prepare foods for diabetics and non diabetics. In fact, nobody thinks you have planned your meals according to diabetic needs.

Let's start with an aperitif if people can "graze" when you do not have to grill. How about Dip Garlic Olive cheese with an assortment of whole wheat or other whole grain crackers and baked tortilla chips? Interesting? Here is the recipe:

Garlic Dip CHEESE OLIVE

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
20 Spanish olives stuffed with pimento, finely chopped
Five cloves of garlic, peeled garlic press pass

Combine all three ingredients together. Let rest for at least one hour to blend flavors before serving. Serve with crackers or party with chips. Refrigerate leftovers, if any!

Chicken is an excellent choice for the grill. It's fast, easy and healthy. It also offers a large punch protein that allows your friends and relatives also benefit diabetics carbohydrates you're serving. To try something different chicken salsa of black beans. Black beans are a good choice diabetic and salsa is refreshing.

CHICKEN WITH SALSA black beans

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, drained
1 / 2 small red onion, chopped
1 plum tomato, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 v. tablespoons lime juice
1 / 4 c. teaspoon salt, optional
1 / 4 c. of freshly ground black pepper

RUB: 1 tsp tablespoons brown sugar
1 tsp teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 / 2 c. garlic powder
1 / 2 c. teaspoon salt (optional)
1 / 2 c. of freshly ground black pepper

4 chicken breast halves boneless and skinless

For the salsa: In a large bowl, combine beans, pineapple, onion, tomato, garlic, lime juice, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.

For the chicken: Combine sugar, chili sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Brush both sides of chicken.

To grill chicken: Coat grill with nonstick cooking spray before starting grill. Grill chicken over medium heat until cooked, about 4-7 minutes per side.

Serve chicken with salsa.

Good Diabetic Recipe 1 serving of half a breast with 3 / 4 cup salsa 31 g carbohydrate, but 29 g protein.

Coleslaw is always good on a hot summer day. This creamy salad of cabbage with a perfect complement to the chicken and beans and pineapple salsa. This dish should refrigerate for at least two hours before serving to allow flavors to blend. Ideal for outdoor dining as it can be prepared in advance.

Creamy Coleslaw

1 1 / 2 cups low-fat mayonnaise
1 / 3 cup Splenda granular
3 c. tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion (optional)
2 v. teaspoon lemon juice
1 tsp tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 / 4 c. teaspoon celery seed
1 / 2 c. salt
1 / 4 c. black pepper
8 cups shredded cabbage or salad mix
1 / 2 cup shredded carrots

Blend mayonnaise, Splenda, onion (if using), lemon juice, vinegar, celery seed, salt and pepper in a bowl. Add cabbage and carrots. Stir well to cover all the cabbage. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

FRESH VEGGIE TRAY

A plate of vegetables is always more pleasant. Use seasonal summer vegetables such as cucumber slices, tomato wedges, carrots, green onions, broccoli crowns for a tasty, colorful presentation.

Oh, last but not least, do not forget dessert! This may seem diabetic friendly, but what about Brownie Sundaes? True, cut brownies. The way you make them, they are diabetic friendly and delicious too. Let's start with this recipe of brownies:

BROWNIES

powde cocoa 3 / 4 cup.