Diabetes-Friendly Sauces & Syrups

Apr 16, 2026

Homemade Barbecue Sauce

By |2026-04-16T10:11:08-04:00Updated: April 16th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Homemade Barbecue Sauce

A bold homemade barbecue sauce with sweet, tangy, smoky, and spicy flavors from tomato paste, Worcestershire, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and liquid smoke. It is rich and zesty, and tastes even better after chilling overnight so the flavors can fully blend.

  • 1 tbsp canola or extra virgin […]
Apr 15, 2026

Linguine in Smokin’ Clam Sauce

By |2026-04-15T14:25:26-04:00Updated: April 15th, 2026|Pasta, Sauces & Syrups, Seafood|0 Comments

 

Linguine in Smokin’ Clam Sauce

A savory linguine dish tossed with a smoky tomato clam sauce made with garlic, smoked clams, tomatoes, and fresh parsley, then finished with Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon for bright, briny flavor.

  • 8 ounces linguine
  • Olive Oil
  • 2 6.5- ounce cans smoked clams in oil
  • 1 […]
Apr 15, 2026

Fruity Lamb Curry

By |2026-04-15T14:10:39-04:00Updated: April 15th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Rice, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Fruity Lamb Curry

A flavorful lamb curry simmered with onion, lemon juice, and warm spices, then finished with apple, banana, and pineapple for a sweet-savory twist served over rice.

  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound lean lamb, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 medium onion, […]
Apr 10, 2026

Greek Dressing

By |2026-04-13T11:35:32-04:00Updated: April 10th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Greek Dressing

A quick and easy homemade dressing that chills to let the flavors blend, perfect for mixed greens, vegetable salads, or pasta salads.

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (2-ounces) crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Equal® Spoonful (May substitute 1 1/2 packets Equal […]
Apr 10, 2026

Mexican Bean Dip

By |2026-04-13T11:37:22-04:00Updated: April 10th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Sauces & Syrups, Side Dishes, Vegetables|0 Comments

 

Mexican Bean Dip

A creamy and flavorful bean and avocado dip blended with lemon, chili, and garlic, then finished with green onion and parsley for a fresh, zesty appetizer.

  • 1 (15oz.) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium avocado, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 red chili, […]
Apr 10, 2026

Cranberry Sauce

By |2026-04-13T12:26:49-04:00Updated: April 10th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Fruit, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Cranberry Sauce

A simple cranberry sauce made by simmering fresh cranberries until they burst, then lightly sweetened for a tart and flavorful side that can be served warm or chilled.

  • 2 cups (8 oz) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 2/3 cup Equal® Spoonful or 16 packets of Equal sweetener
Apr 10, 2026

Citrus Salsa

By |2026-04-10T11:33:52-04:00Updated: April 10th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Dips & Spreads, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Citrus Salsa

A fresh homemade salsa made with blanched tomatoes and mixed with savory seasonings, then left to rest so the flavors blend into a bright and zesty topping or dip.

  • 4 Roma tomatoes, red, ripe
  • 2 oranges, large, peeled, diced
  • 1 Vidalia onion, large, chopped
  • 2 jalapeno chili, large, seeded and […]
Apr 9, 2026

Guacamole Dip

By |2026-04-13T12:29:16-04:00Updated: April 9th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Sauces & Syrups, Vegetables|0 Comments

 

Guacamole Dip

A fresh and zesty guacamole blended with onion, tomato, cumin, cayenne, and hot sauce for a simple, flavorful appetizer perfect with baked tortilla chips.

  • 1 medium ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 small tomato, diced
  • 1 tsp. cumin (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • Hot sauce […]
Apr 9, 2026

Fresh Tomato Herb Spaghetti Sauce

By |2026-04-09T14:50:44-04:00Updated: April 9th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Fresh Tomato Herb Spaghetti Sauce

A fresh tomato and feta mixture with red onion, basil, garlic, and oregano, tossed in olive oil and left to rest so the flavors meld—perfect for hot pasta or bruschetta.

  • 2 cups fresh seeded tomatoes*
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 […]
Apr 9, 2026

Sassy Sweet & Sour Dressing

By |2026-04-09T11:02:16-04:00Updated: April 9th, 2026|Diabetes Recipes, Sauces & Syrups|0 Comments

 

Sassy Sweet & Sour Dressing

A tangy and creamy yogurt dressing blended with onion, mustard, celery seed, and vinegar, perfect for salads, slaws, or as a light dipping sauce.

  • 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
  • 1/3 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons Equal® for Recipes or 6 packet […]
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