Low-Carb Breakfast Recipes
1. Eggs
Eggs are delicious, versatile, and a great breakfast choice for people with diabetes.
You can enjoy eggs in various ways, such as fried, poached, or scrambled. Alternatively, try making a healthy and delicious omelet with a variety of vegetables like spinach, mushroom, and bell peppers.
2. Greek yogurt with berries
Greek yogurt with berries is an easy, tasty, and nutritious breakfast option that suits individuals with diabetes. This dish is relatively low in calories. If desired, you can add a tablespoon of crushed or slivered nuts for a boost of calories and healthy fats without increasing the carb content by much.
3. Overnight chia seed pudding
Chia seeds are great for people with diabetes since they’re high in fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids yet low in digestible carbs. Digestible carbs are those that can be used by your body and raise blood sugar levels.
To make an overnight chia seed pudding, place 1 ounce (28 grams) of chia seeds, 1 cup (244 grams) of unsweetened almond milk, and a dash of vanilla extract into a mason jar. Shake well to combine and refrigerate overnight.
To enhance the flavor, top the chia seed pudding with fresh low carb fruits such as blueberries or strawberries. For additional sweetness, you can add a little sugar-free sweetener like stevia.
4. Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a nutritious breakfast dish made from steel cut, rolled, or instant oats. If you’d like to make your oatmeal tastier and more nutritious, try adding ingredients such as cinnamon, berries, nuts, seeds, or Greek yogurt — none of which are high in carbs.
5. Multigrain avocado toast
Multigrain avocado toast is a simple and popular dish that can be enjoyed by people with diabetes.
If you’d like, add a boiled or fried egg to increase the protein and fat content. Alternatively, add a pinch of salt and pepper or a drizzle of low carb chili sauce for extra flavor.
6. Low carb smoothies
Although smoothies are typically high in carbs and sugar, there are several ways to make a delicious, low carb smoothie that’s suitable for people with diabetes.
To make a low carb avocado smoothie, use 1/2 (101 grams) avocado, 1/2 cup (122 grams) of unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 cup (123 grams) of low fat Greek yogurt, and a dash of vanilla extract. To enhance the sweetness, you can add a little natural sweetener like stevia. For a protein boost, add 1/2 scoop or 1 scoop of protein powder, which should help curb your appetite.
7. Wheat bran cereal
When wheat bran is made into cereal, the bran is processed into flakes or pellets. These are high in various nutrients and fiber and have a low glycemic load, meaning that they raise blood sugar levels slowly rather than quickly. Wheat bran cereals are typically served with milk or yogurt, and you can add other ingredients like berries or cinnamon for extra flavor.
8. Cottage cheese, fruit, and nut bowl
Cottage cheese is soft, creamy, delicious, and suitable for people with diabetes. Some people like to whip it in a food processor or blender to make it creamier. You can also try making a sweet and savory cottage cheese, fruit, and nut bowl.
9. Multigrain toast with nut butter
The classic nut butter and toast is a simple breakfast option that suits people with diabetes
You can use peanut butter, cashew or almond butter. Just make sure to choose natural versions without added sugar.
10. Tofu scramble with multigrain toast
Although tofu is typically viewed as a lunch or dinner protein, you can enjoy it for breakfast in many ways.
For example, cook up a quick, delicious tofu scramble. Simply chop firm tofu into bite-size pieces, cook in a hot frying pan in a little olive oil, and season with spices like salt, pepper, and turmeric powder.
You can also pair this dish with vegetables like spinach, onion, zucchini, or mushrooms.
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