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    Home » Diabetes Diet

    Diabetes Friendly Holiday Recipe Ideas

    Published: Oct 11, 2020 • Modified: Oct 30, 2022 by Charlotte• This post may contain affiliate links •3 Comments

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    Our best collection of low carb flavorful holiday recipes perfect for people with diabetes.  If you don't have diabetes yourself, you probably have friends or family members who are watching their carbs.  Here's a roundup of some of the best diabetes-friendly holiday meals from appetizers to desserts!

    green beans, cheese ball, chocolate pudding and baked chicken with diabetes friendly holiday recipes graphic

    This post originally published October 2019, now updated with new pictures and tips on holiday eating with diabetes. Be sure to check with your diabetes care team for guidance with your carb goals and proper meal planning during the holiday season.

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    • Diabetes Friendly Holiday Appetizers
    • Diabetes Friendly Holiday Salads
    • Diabetes Friendly Entrees
    • Diabetes Friendly Side Dishes
    • Diabetes Friendly Desserts
    • More Resources with Holiday Recipe Ideas, Tips:
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    Diabetes Friendly Holiday Appetizers

    Appetizers don't have to be a carb disaster! Try cut up veggies in place of chips. Use lower fat sour cream in your dip recipe- no one will notice the difference. Check out our group of lower carb appetizers you will love!

    Easy Cheese Ball Recipe
    This easy cheese ball recipe with cream cheese, bacon, and green onions takes just 10 minutes prep! See how to make a bacon cream cheese cheese ball ahead for an effortless, impressive appetizer. 159cal/1gm carb. via wholesomeyum.com
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    cheese ball coated in chopped pecans and green onions surrounded by round wheat crackers

    photo courtesy wholesomeyum.com

    Marinated Mozzarella Balls
    Marinated mozzarella balls seasoned with herbs and olive oil make a great appetizer or low carb snack. Make it ahead for best flavor!
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    Greek Feta and Olive Appetizer
    Green Goddess Stuffed Mushrooms
    Pick big, plump mushrooms for this tasty and crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s also low carb and well-balanced. 196cal/8gm carb via ketocookingwins.com
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    green goddess stuffed mushroom halves on white plate with garlic cloves and parsley to the side

    photo courtesy ketocookingwins.com

    Antipasto Skewers
    Use fresh rosemary to make antipasto skewers! Gorgeous appetizers featuring cheese, artichokes olives and sausage. Low carb, diabetes friendly and ready in just a few minutes.
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    rosemary skewers with sliced sausage, cheese and artichokes on white plate
    Low Carb Turkey Roll-Up
    Low carb turkey roll ups ready in minutes! Use honey mustard or cream cheese for a satisfying on the go lunch. Makes a great party appetizer too!
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    low carb tortilla wrap with turkey and tomatoes

    Diabetes Friendly Holiday Salads

    Salads can be the perfect meal during the holidays. Bring a lower carb salad to your next event and how easy it is to get a satisfying meal full of flavor!

    Keto Broccoli Salad
    This crunchy and colorful keto broccoli salad makes the perfect picnic side dish or light lunch. Veggies, bacon, sunflower seeds and cheese coated in a creamy dressing-it's ready in about 15 minutes!
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    chopped broccoli, cheese, onions
    Cornbread Salad
    A crowd-pleasing recipe full of delicious veggies! Layers of peppers, onions, peas, cornbread and ranch dressing makes a great dip or side dish.
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    layers of cornbread salad in trifle bowl
    Picnic Tomato Caprese Cups
    The perfect make ahead picnic salad recipe.  The delicious flavors of caprese salad come together in a snap.
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    cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and torn basil leaves in a clear plastic cup

    Diabetes Friendly Entrees

    Entrees are usually protein-based, so you shouldn't have to worry of carb overload. Try simple cooking techniques such as baking and roasting instead of frying for a lower calorie meal.

    Simple Herb Roasted Spatchcock Chicken
    Herb roasted spatchcock chicken is packed with rosemary, thyme, and garlic, and paired with lemon herb gravy. It is juicy, savory, and gorgeous looking for your holiday table! 679cal/10gm carb via iheartumami.com
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    golden brown roasted chicken with sprinkled herbs on platter with sliced lemons and rosemary stems

    photo courtesy iheartumami.com

    Healthy Baked Salmon
    An easy and elegant healthy baked salmon recipe featuring butter and seasonings.  Salmon is a good source of nutrients-and tastes great! Step by step photos and easy instructions.
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    baked salmon with lemon slices
    Rotisserie Chicken Recipe
    Why pay for a salty, fat laden rotisserie chicken when you can have fun making your own?  Step by step rotisserie chicken recipe instructions included!
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    rotisserie chicken on a platter with lemon and herbs
    Asparagus Stuffed Chicken
    This Asparagus Stuffed Chicken is the perfect main dish for your next holiday dinner! Elegant and classy, it is also healthy and delicious! 287cal/5gm carb via dancingthroughtherain.com
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    asparagus stuffed chicken breast in skillet

    photo courtesy dancingthroughtherain.com

    Diabetes Friendly Side Dishes

    Be careful with side dishes as this is where calories and carbs can really add up! Look for veggie options and/or breads made with lower carb flour or simply go bread-free.

    Jiffy Cornbread Dressing
    Cornbread dressing is a side dish you can enjoy year round- not just for holidays! This recipe features some great time savers -Jiffy cornbread mix and pre-chopped veggies. Southern cornbread dressing in half the time.
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    sliced pork, green beans and stuffing on white plate
    Herb Sausage Stuffing
    A Low Carb and Keto friendly version of stuffing with cubes of herbed bread and ground sausage makes a perfect edition to your Thanksgiving feast! 435cal/7gm carb via ketocookingchristian.com
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    stuffing in white bowl

    photo courtesy ketocookingchristian.com

    Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
    Delicious roasted asparagus covered in melted cheese!  Quick and easy asparagus recipe perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
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    asparagus spears with white cheese melted on top on parchment paper
    Sweet Potato Casserole Cups - Reduced Sugar
    Sweet potato casserole with all the flavor and less sugar makes a great make ahead diabetes friendly side dish.  Bake in muffin cups for easy portion control.
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    reduced sugar sweet potato in muffin cups
    Roasted Balsamic Green Beans
    Fresh green beans tossed with cooking oil, seasonings, and balsamic vinegar then quickly baked in the oven at a higher temperature until tender, slightly caramelized and crispy around the edges. {vegan, paleo, gluten-free, whole30} via therisingspoon.com
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    roasted green beans of pan

    photo courtesy therisingspoon.com

    Easy Cinnamon Mashed Sweet Potatoes
    These mashed sweet potatoes are sure to be a crowd favorite. They have just the right amount of sweetness and lots of flavor. 130cal/20gm carb via wickedspatula.com
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    mashed sweet potatoes in bowl

    photo courtesy wickedspatula.com

    Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe in the Oven
    If you are looking for a flavorful side dish that everyone will rave over, this is the one. This bacon-wrapped. asparagus is simple to make and leaves a lasting impression. 202cal 3gm carb via wholesomeyum.com
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    bacon wrapped asparagus

    photo courtesy wholesomeyum.com

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    Diabetes Friendly Desserts

    You won't miss the carb laden desserts when you try our selection of recipes! Be sure to follow directions carefully if you are new to cooking with sugar substitutes. The results will be worth it!

    Diabetes Friendly Coconut Pie
    Enjoy a sugar free crustless coconut pie at your holiday meal or anytime! Featuring low carb baking mix for a diabetes friendly treat!
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    slice of diabetic coconut pie
    Foolproof Rich Chocolate Mousse
    Foolproof Rich Chocolate Mousse is intensely rich and delicious. Using dark chocolate and vanilla bean paste in place of sugar your guests will over the moon with this delicious, make ahead dessert! via fabfood4all.co.uk
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    chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream and strawberry in clear glass goblets, a stack of spoons and a few strawberries lay on the table nearby
    Sweet Potato Cheesecake
    A healthy ricotta cheese dessert recipe the whole family will love.  Each diabetes friendly cheesecake contains 19gm carb. It's the perfect way to enjoy sweet potatoes year round.
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    3 sweet potato cheesecake cups
    Crustless Cheesecake
    Enjoy a delicious tasting diabetes friendly cheesecake minus the crust! The smooth and creamy texture makes a satisfying lower carb dessert. Recipe features reduced sugar and no crust to lower carb count.
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    slice of crustless cheesecake on blue plate

    More Resources with Holiday Recipe Ideas, Tips:

    • Healthy Diabetic Thanksgiving Recipes - A nice array of holiday recipes for you from the Eating Well website.  These recipes offer nutrition info so you can properly assess your carb intake.  Nice work.
    • A Diabetes Friendly Thanksgiving Feast - Another set of traditional recipes with nutrition info.  The recipes here sound great-check them out!
    • 7 Easy Ways to Cut Carbs at Mealtimes
    • Top 10 Comfort Foods Made Diabetes Friendly

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    1. Camilla Hawkins

      October 19, 2019 at 1:30 pm

      What a delicious collection of diabetes friendly recipes. Thank you for including my chocolate. mousse 👌

      Reply
      • Charlotte

        October 19, 2019 at 8:04 pm

        Hi Camilla,
        You're welcome-thanks for sharing your recipe!

        Reply
    2. Kathryn

      November 06, 2020 at 7:29 am

      Thanks for recipes and ideas-can I ask a favor-
      do you have a recipe for shortbread cookies?
      I had one that used Splenda -was a great recipe but lost it when I moved-was a family favorite-.
      Would appreciate any help for cookies and any other treats you may have.
      Thanks ,
      Kathryn

      Reply

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