Garlic Herb Roasted Veggies (Diabetic-Friendly)
✅ Why it works
- Low in carbs (if you avoid starchy veggies)
- High fiber → slower glucose release
- Healthy fats from olive oil
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cauliflower florets (Cauliflower)
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup mushrooms
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- Salt & black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Prepare veggies
- Chop everything into similar sizes
- Season
- Toss with olive oil, garlic, and herbs
- Roast
- Spread on baking tray (don’t overcrowd)
- Roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway
- Finish
- Optional squeeze of lemon or sprinkle of herbs
🧀 Optional add-ons
- Feta cheese
- Parmesan
- Chili flakes for heat
⚖️ Nutrition benefits
- Low glycemic load
- Rich in vitamins & antioxidants
- Supports steady blood sugar
⚠️ Tips for diabetics
- Avoid adding high-carb veggies like potatoes or corn
- Stick to non-starchy vegetables
- Watch oil quantity if managing weight
🔥 Flavor upgrades
- Add smoked paprika for a smoky taste
- Drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce
- Roast with a few almonds for crunch
