Diabetes Friendly Mediterranean-Style Grilled Salmon

Diabetes Friendly Recipes 

Mediterranean-Style Grilled Salmon

Enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean with this simple, diabetes-friendly grilled salmon recipe. Packed full of heart-healthy fats from the salmon and extra virgin olive oil, it's served with a tangy, antioxidant-rich tomato and cucumber salad. This dish is not only tasty but also aids in maintaining balanced blood sugar levels.

Ingredients:

 

1 salmon fillet (around 6 ounces)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1 medium tomato, diced

1/2 cucumber, diced

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

 

Directions:

 

Preheat your grill to medium heat. Brush both sides of the salmon with half the olive oil, then season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Grill the salmon for about 6-8 minutes on each side, until it flakes easily with a fork.

While the salmon is grilling, combine the tomato, cucumber, red onion, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, and the remaining olive oil in a bowl. Stir well to combine and season with a little salt and pepper.

 

Serve the grilled salmon with the tomato and cucumber salad on the side.

 

 

Nutritional Score: 8/10

Calories: 450

Fat: 28g

Saturated Fat: 6g

Cholesterol: 75mg

Sodium: 200mg

Total Carbohydrate: 10g

Fiber: 2g

Sugars: 5g

Protein: 35g

Cost: Approx. $15

 

Remember, while this recipe is designed to be diabetes-friendly, everyone's body responds differently to foods, so it's important to monitor your blood sugar levels before and after meals to see how they affect you. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any major changes to your diet. Enjoy your meal!

 

Want more diabetes friendly recipes? Check out delicious quinoa salad

by Dr. Michal Domeny DNP, L.Ac, CD/N