Ingredients
- 6 cups bite-size pieces romain or red leaf lettuce
- 2/3 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 3/4 cup tomato, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds, toasted
- 1 ounce or 2 tablespoons blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup bottled nonfat French dressing
Directions
- Toss lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and onion in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with raisins, sunflower seeds, and cheese. Pour dressing over salad, tossing to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes:
Glycemic Index: 41, Glycemic Load: 8
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 132
Fat: 3 grams
Fiber: 2.5 grams
Sodium: 229 milligrams
Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
Protein: 5 grams
Carbohydrates: 20 grams
Diabetic Exchanges
2 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit, 1/4 High-Fat Meat, 1/2 Fat
Source: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Terrific Diabetic Meals
Book Title: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Terrific Diabetic Meals