Nourishing Traditions: A Diabetes-Friendly and Gluten-Free Feast for Thanksgiving Bliss

Welcome to a Thanksgiving celebration that's both indulgent and health-conscious! Our Diabetic-Friendly and Gluten-Free Recipe Guide promises a feast of flavor without compromise. As you plan your inclusive holiday menu, dive into our carefully curated recipes, from herb-roasted turkey to sugar-free pumpkin pie. To make your preparation seamless, find the comprehensive shopping list below. Let's savor the joy of Thanksgiving without sacrificing wellness

Herb-Roasted Turkey

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole turkey (12-15 lbs)

  • Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)

  • Olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).

  2. Rinse and pat dry the turkey.

  3. Rub the turkey with olive oil, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.

  4. Roast the turkey until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Quinoa and Vegetable Stuffing

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups quinoa

  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

  • 1 cup chopped celery

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 1 cup chopped carrots

  • 1 cup chopped mushrooms

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried sage

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.

  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer until quinoa is cooked.

  3. In a skillet, sauté celery, onion, carrots, mushrooms, and garlic until softened.

  4. Mix cooked quinoa with sautéed vegetables. Add sage, salt, and pepper.

Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

  3. Roast in the oven until crispy on the edges.

Cauliflower Mashed "Potatoes"

Ingredients:

  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Steam cauliflower until tender.

  2. Blend cauliflower with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Sugar-Free Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients:

  • 1 gluten-free pie crust

  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

  • Stevia or another sugar substitute to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, almond milk, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and sweetener.

  3. Pour the mixture into the pie crust and bake until set.

Almond Flour Chocolate Brownies

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almond flour

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/2 cup sugar substitute

  • 1/2 cup melted butter

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, sugar substitute, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.

  3. Spread the batter in a greased baking pan and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.

Shopping List:

  • Whole turkey (12-15 lbs)

  • Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)

  • Olive oil

  • Quinoa

  • Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

  • Celery

  • Onion

  • Carrots

  • Mushrooms

  • Garlic

  • Dried sage

  • Brussels sprouts

  • Cauliflower

  • Almond milk

  • Gluten-free pie crust

  • Pumpkin puree

  • Pumpkin pie spice

  • Stevia or sugar substitute

  • Almond flour

  • Unsweetened cocoa powder

  • Sugar substitute

  • Butter

  • Eggs

  • Vanilla extract

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