Losing weight on a low carbohydrate, mostly plant-based diet invites the opportunity to experiment with vegetable recipes!

Raw, steamed, and roasted vegetables prepared with a splash of heart-healthy oil are the foundation of a very satisfying meal that doesn’t spike my blood sugar!

Bring on the veggies!

Like many people with Type 2 Diabetes,  I’m at high risk for cardiovascular conditions like elevated cholesterol and high blood pressure.

So although I do eat meat, I avoid red meat as much as possible to avoid fatty liver and high triglyceride levels!

Take a look at one of my favorite meals, which combines eclectic vegetable dishes that taste great together.

  • Cauliflower “rice”
  • Roasted kabocha squash -(fantastic substitute for sweet  potato.)
  • Stewed eggplant and tomato
  • Vietnamese spinach “sauteed” with chicken broth and garlic
  • Pickled rutabagas
  • Fava beans
  • Greek yogurt

Yum, yum, yum and I cooked enough food for a few dinners!

During food preparation sessions, I cook a variety of vegetable side dishes so that I can mix and match them throughout the week.

Mixed plant based meal with egg on top feta cheese, walnuts and celery
Add an egg for more protein, a few walnuts, and cheese.

When I want more protein, I may add some brown rice and beans,  scrambled tofu, or add an egg to the mix.

Preparing meals ahead of time keeps me on track with my healthful eating because I don’t lose control from being famished.

Do you like to mix your veggie dishes like I do?

Some of my favorite vegetable dishes are multicultural and come from  Japan, India, Iran, Greece, Central and South America, and more.

This makes my low-carb vegetables taste exotic and fun!

What are some of your favorite combinations?

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I'm known as "EdenMaker," as well as a "Foodie Gardener" on the web, but you can call me "Shirley" anytime!When I'm not eating or growing my own food, I'm busy designing gardens and producing garden TV shows!When it's time to cook, I ask my family, "What country do you want to visit tonight?"Thank God for WeightWatchers, most of my fruits and veggies are "0-Points." Some of you know what I'm talking about!

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