I've done so well during the summer with salads. But how am I going to cope with colder days. I cant eat salad in the winter. Any suggestions for hot meals that arnt full of carbs. I do like my slow cook pot.
Janet
Here is a frequent stand-by soup I have - it's great too, for "clearing up" your fridge and freezers of diabetic-friendly vegetables (including lettuces and spinach) you want to get rid of. It's so convenient to have something handy.
No real measurement on how much or what exactly has to be in it - but for me, it's got to have garlic, onions and celery. I do mine stove-top, but you can use slow-cooker for it.
GROUND CHICKEN (or PORK) VEGETABLE SOUP
Saute' chopped onions and garlic in canola or olive oil. Add celery and red peppers, and the ground meat.
Stir around for about a couple of minutes. Add a big can of tomato juice. I also put a can of diced tomatoes. Add some salt and spices like black pepper, oregano, bay leaves or basil. Bring to boil, then lower heat to medium. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, then add your vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, green beans. (Note: don't add your leafy vegetables yet.) Bring to boil again, then lower heat and simmer until the vegetables are almost done. Adjust your seasoning to your liking. If you find it too tomatoey, add water.
Finally, add your leafy vegetables and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
Another option is chunky cream soups!