Dinner — low-GI recipes
Dinner: 280 low-GI recipes from the LOGI catalogue. The median glycemic load is 6.9 per serving. Preparation takes 5 to 500 minutes.
Sorted by glycemic load, lowest first.
Chawanmushi (Japanese Steamed Egg Custard)
Silky Japanese steamed egg custard with tender chicken, prawns, and shiitake mushrooms — a naturally low-glycemic, protein-rich bowl ready in 25 minutes.
Gỏi Gà — Vietnamese Shredded Chicken and Cabbage Salad
Hand-pulled poached chicken with crunchy cabbage, carrot, and herbs in a sugar-free lime-fish sauce — naturally low-glycemic, high-protein, done in 25 min.
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli
Sheet-pan chicken and broccoli in bright lemon-garlic oil. Low-carb, protein-rich, and perfectly balanced for steady blood sugar with minimal prep.
Vitello Tonnato
Cold poached veal draped in a creamy tuna-caper sauce — a Piedmontese classic that is naturally almost zero-carb and ideal for steady blood sugar.
Baked Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon-Mustard Sauce
Omega-3-rich salmon and fiber-packed asparagus roasted on one tray with a tangy lemon-mustard crust — naturally low-glycemic and ready in 30 minutes.
Fiskegrateng uten Makaroni — Norwegian Fish and Dill Custard Gratin
Golden-topped Norwegian fish gratin where a silky egg custard replaces starchy macaroni — almost pure protein and fat for remarkably steady blood sugar.
Balsamic Grilled Vegetable Medley with Herb Marinade
Colorful grilled vegetables marinated in a sugar-free balsamic herb blend. This low-glycemic side dish is packed with fiber and antioxidants for stable blood sugar.
Low-Glycemic Butter Chicken with Aromatic Spices
Creamy coconut-based Indian curry with tender chicken and warming spices. This blood sugar-friendly version uses whole foods and healthy fats for sustained energy.
Gōyā Chanpurū (Okinawan Bitter Melon, Tofu and Egg Stir-Fry)
Okinawa's classic gōyā chanpurū: crunchy bitter melon, seared tofu, crisp pork belly and soft egg in one pan. Low-GI by nature, ready in under 30 minutes.
Low-GI Kålpudding (Swedish Cabbage and Beef Bake)
Layers of deeply caramelized cabbage and allspice-seasoned beef bake into a crispy-topped Swedish classic — naturally low-GI with no rice, syrup, or added sugar.
Solyanka (Russian Smoked Meat and Olive Soup)
A thick, tangy Russian soup loaded with smoked meats, briny pickles, and olives — naturally low glycemic with zero starch, rich in protein and healthy fats.
Low-GI Paprikás Csirke with Cauliflower
Tender chicken thighs braised in a velvety sweet paprika and sour cream sauce, spooned over steamed cauliflower — a blood-sugar-friendly Hungarian comfort classic.
Low-Glycemic Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice
A vibrant, blood sugar-friendly side dish that delivers authentic Spanish flavors without the glucose spike. Ready in just 15 minutes with nutrient-dense vegetables.
Bò Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef) with Watercress Salad
Smoky, hard-seared beef cubes piled over peppery watercress, tomato, and red onion — a naturally low-glycemic, high-protein Vietnamese classic.
Mediterranean Black Lentil Salad with Feta and Fresh Herbs
A nutrient-dense, low-glycemic salad featuring protein-rich black lentils, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta—perfect for stable blood sugar levels.
Miso-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Bok Choy
One-tray miso salmon with charred bok choy — naturally low-GI, high in omega-3s and protein for steady blood sugar and lasting satiety.
Low-Glycemic Apricot-Glazed Chicken with Green Vegetables
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a naturally sweet apricot sauce with savory notes, paired with fiber-rich green vegetables for balanced blood sugar.
Low-GI Ćevapi with Quick Ajvar and Cabbage Salad
Charred beef-and-lamb ćevapi with a blitzed pepper ajvar and crunchy cabbage slaw — all protein and veg, virtually zero blood-sugar impact.
Low-Glycemic Sticky Sesame Chicken
Tender chicken in a blood sugar-friendly sesame sauce with smart swaps that keep the sticky sweetness without the glucose spike—perfect for weeknight dinners.
Adana Kebab with Çoban Salatası
Charred, hand-kneaded lamb kebabs with crisp Turkish shepherd's salad — a naturally low-glycemic, high-protein plate designed to keep post-meal blood sugar steady.
Niçoise-Style Salad with Tuna, Green Beans, and Soft-Boiled Eggs
A protein-rich, potato-free niçoise salad with jammy eggs, olive oil tuna, and crisp green beans — naturally low-glycemic and ready in 25 minutes.
Grilled Courgette and Halloumi Salad with Lemon-Mint Dressing
Charred halloumi and courgette ribbons over peppery rocket with a bright lemon-mint dressing — high-protein, low-GI, and ready in just 22 minutes.
Grilled Bavette Steak with Fresh Tomato Celery Salad and Horseradish Dressing
Tender marinated steak atop a vibrant tomato-celery salad with tangy horseradish dressing—a protein-rich, low-GI meal that keeps blood sugar stable.
Low-GI Anda Curry with Cauliflower Rice
Dhaba-style anda curry: scored boiled eggs simmered in a rich onion-tomato masala, served over cauliflower rice for a steady-glucose curry night in 36 minutes.
Low-Glycemic Mexican Chicken Stew
A blood sugar-friendly Mexican-inspired chicken stew with smoky chipotle, rich tomatoes, and tender shredded chicken that won't spike your glucose levels.
Peruvian Ceviche with Avocado
Zesty Peruvian ceviche with silky avocado — raw sea bass cured in lime juice delivers high protein and healthy fats with virtually zero impact on blood sugar.
Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Fennel and Cherry Tomatoes
Heart-healthy omega-3 rich salmon nestled with caramelized fennel and burst cherry tomatoes creates a perfectly balanced low-glycemic Mediterranean meal.
Thai Chili-Lime Tofu & Broccoli Stir-Fry
Crispy golden tofu and tender-crisp broccoli in a punchy chili-lime-fish-sauce dressing — zero starch, high protein, and naturally blood-sugar friendly.
Jamaican Seafood Curry
A vibrant slow-cooked Caribbean curry featuring prawns and white fish in aromatic spices with okra and spinach—naturally low-glycemic and blood sugar friendly.
Larb Gai in Lettuce Cups
Thai chicken larb loaded with herbs and lime, wrapped in crisp lettuce cups — almost zero-starch, high-protein, and naturally low-glycemic.
Low-Glycemic Pizza-Topped Chicken Breast
Succulent butterflied chicken breast crowned with a rich tomato-herb sauce and melted cheese—all the pizza flavors you love without the blood sugar spike.
Low-Glycemic Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and Parmesan
A blood sugar-friendly twist on classic risotto using protein-rich quinoa, peppery arugula, and earthy mushrooms for a satisfying, nutrient-dense meal.
Mediterranean Paprika Seafood Stew
A vibrant, low-GI fish stew packed with vegetables and lean protein. This one-pot wonder delivers 3 servings of vegetables while keeping blood sugar stable.
Low-Glycemic Cashew Satay Zucchini Noodle Stir-Fry
A vibrant 20-minute stir-fry featuring spiralized zucchini in creamy cashew satay sauce. Blood sugar-friendly with fiber-rich vegetables and healthy fats.
Low-GI Gado-Gado with Tempeh and Egg
Indonesia's iconic composed salad reimagined for steady blood sugar — crisp vegetables, golden tempeh, and jammy eggs in a sugar-free peanut sauce.
Omega-Rich Green Power Bowl with Smoked Mackerel
A nutrient-dense salad combining omega-3 rich mackerel with fiber-packed greens and a tangy yogurt dressing—perfect for stable blood sugar levels.
Korv Stroganoff with Cauliflower Rice
Swedish korv stroganoff with smoky falukorv in a tangy tomato-cream sauce, served over golden cauliflower rice for a cosy, low-GI weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.
Ratatouille Provençale (French Summer Vegetable Stew)
A slow-simmered Provençal stew of aubergine, courgette, peppers, and tomatoes in olive oil — naturally low-glycemic with a GL of just 4 per serving.
Smoked Haddock with Lemon-Dill Puy Lentils
Delicate smoked fish nestled on a bed of protein-rich French lentils with fresh herbs—a blood sugar-friendly meal that's both satisfying and elegant.
Tandoori Chicken with Kachumber Salad
Yogurt-marinated chicken thighs roasted until charred, served over a crisp kachumber salad — a naturally low-glycemic, high-protein meal with zero added starch.
White Asparagus with Air-Dried Ham and Blender Hollandaise
Tender white asparagus draped with Schwarzwälder ham and a silky two-minute hollandaise — almost zero-carb, keeping blood sugar perfectly steady.
Bigos — Polish Hunter's Stew
A deeply flavoured Polish hunter's stew of sauerkraut, cabbage, smoked turkey and porcini — naturally low-glycemic and better on day two.
Bossam — Korean Simmered Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps
Tender pork belly poached in a doenjang broth, sliced thin and wrapped in crisp butter lettuce with ssamjang and tangy kimchi — naturally low-glycemic Korean comfort.
One-Pan Halloumi & Harissa Bake
A vibrant Mediterranean bake featuring layers of roasted aubergine and halloumi in spiced tomato sauce—simple, satisfying, and naturally blood sugar friendly.
Herb-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Caramelized Apple-Balsamic Reduction
Succulent pork tenderloin paired with a tangy apple-balsamic sauce creates a blood sugar-friendly meal that's both elegant and nourishing for metabolic health.
Citrus Prawn Salad with Pomegranate and Fresh Herbs
A vibrant, low-GI salad featuring succulent prawns, ruby pomegranate seeds, and tangy grapefruit segments dressed in a light citrus vinaigrette—perfect for stable blood sugar.
Grilled White Fish Tacos with Fresh Watermelon-Avocado Salsa
Vibrant low-GI fish tacos featuring grilled cod in crisp lettuce wraps, topped with a refreshing watermelon salsa that won't spike your blood sugar.
Gambas al Ajillo with Sautéed Cavolo Nero
Garlicky prawns sizzled in olive oil with smoked paprika and chilli, served over wilted cavolo nero — a naturally low-GI Spanish tapas dish.