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.

Bœuf Bourguignon with Celeriac Purée - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Egg-Free

Bœuf Bourguignon with Celeriac Purée

Tender beef chuck braised in red wine with mushrooms and lardons, served over low-GI celeriac purée — rich French comfort food that keeps blood sugar steady.

⏱️ 60 min 👥 2
Advanced
Low-Glycemic Chicken Fajitas with Whole Wheat Tortillas - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.9
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly

Low-Glycemic Chicken Fajitas with Whole Wheat Tortillas

Vibrant Mexican-inspired fajitas featuring lean chicken, colorful peppers, and fiber-rich whole wheat tortillas for stable blood sugar levels.

⏱️ 23 min 👥 12
Medium
One-Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken & Brown Rice - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.9
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

One-Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken & Brown Rice

A blood sugar-friendly one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, nutty brown rice, and vibrant greens in a luscious garlic-yogurt sauce.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 4
Medium
Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.0
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps

Smoky Korean bulgogi nestled in crisp lettuce cups — high-protein, nearly zero-starch, and blood-sugar-friendly with pear replacing most of the marinade sugar.

⏱️ 20 min 👥 2
Advanced
Low-GI Shepherd's Pie with Celeriac Mash - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.0
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Nut-Free

Low-GI Shepherd's Pie with Celeriac Mash

Savoury lamb mince simmered in a rich tomato-thyme gravy, topped with creamy celeriac mash and grilled golden — all low-GI comfort, no blood sugar spike.

⏱️ 50 min 👥 2
Advanced
Kabocha no Nimono with Shiitake (No Added Sugar) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.2
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Kabocha no Nimono with Shiitake (No Added Sugar)

Sugar-free simmered kabocha with shiitake in a savory dashi broth — naturally sweet, fibre-rich, and gentle on blood sugar with every comforting bite.

⏱️ 28 min 👥 2
Medium
Hiyayakko (Chilled Silken Tofu with Bonito and Ginger) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.4
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Hiyayakko (Chilled Silken Tofu with Bonito and Ginger)

Ice-cold silken tofu crowned with ginger, bonito, and sesame — a virtually zero-carb Japanese classic ready in five minutes flat, with a negligible glycemic load.

⏱️ 5 min 👥 2
Easy
Mediterranean Rainbow Tuna Salad with Mustard Dressing - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Mediterranean Rainbow Tuna Salad with Mustard Dressing

A vibrant, protein-packed salad featuring colorful vegetables and lean tuna, dressed with tangy mustard vinaigrette—perfect for stable blood sugar levels.

⏱️ 15 min 👥 4
Easy
Low-GI Okroshka with Celeriac (Cold Kefir Soup) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.6
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Low-GI Okroshka with Celeriac (Cold Kefir Soup)

Icy-cold kefir soup packed with crunchy vegetables, boiled eggs, and raw celeriac instead of potato — a fermented, fiber-rich bowl that barely nudges blood sugar.

⏱️ 25 min 👥 2
Medium
Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach and Brown Rice - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.6
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach and Brown Rice

Caramelized miso salmon over fibre-rich brown rice with sesame spinach — a balanced, low-GI plate packed with omega-3s and steady-energy whole grains.

⏱️ 30 min 👥 2
Medium
Miso-Glazed Chicken with Brown Rice and Sprouting Broccoli - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.7
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Miso-Glazed Chicken with Brown Rice and Sprouting Broccoli

A blood sugar-friendly Japanese bowl featuring tender chicken, nutty brown rice, and crisp broccoli with a savory miso dressing that won't spike glucose.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-Glycemic Baked Chicken Parmesan - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-Glycemic Baked Chicken Parmesan

Crispy herb-crusted chicken topped with marinara and melted mozzarella—a blood sugar-friendly Italian classic that won't spike your glucose levels.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 4
Medium
Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower Bowl with Tahini Drizzle - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower Bowl with Tahini Drizzle

A vibrant low-glycemic salad featuring roasted cauliflower and chickpeas with creamy tahini dressing—perfect for stable blood sugar and lasting energy.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 4
Easy
Gigantes Plaki (Greek Baked Butter Beans) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.0
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Gigantes Plaki (Greek Baked Butter Beans)

Giant butter beans slow-baked in a thick, caramelised tomato sauce — naturally low-glycemic, high in soluble fibre, and utterly comforting.

⏱️ 55 min 👥 2
Medium
Zuppa di Ceci con Rosmarino (Italian Chickpea Soup with Rosemary) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.0
Low Glycemic Gluten-Free Dairy-Free

Zuppa di Ceci con Rosmarino (Italian Chickpea Soup with Rosemary)

A rustic Roman chickpea soup — naturally low-GI, rich in fiber and plant protein — simmered with rosemary and olive oil for a creamy, blood-sugar-friendly bowl.

⏱️ 40 min 👥 4
Easy
Low-GI Bruna Bönor med Stekt Fläsk - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.1
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Bruna Bönor med Stekt Fläsk

Swedish brown beans in a tangy sweet-sour sauce crowned with crispy pork belly — naturally low-GI, packed with soluble fibre, and steady on blood sugar.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 2
Medium
Baingan Bharta with Red Lentil Dal - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegan

Baingan Bharta with Red Lentil Dal

Smoky charred eggplant folded into a cumin-spiked tomato base and served alongside protein-rich red lentil dal — a naturally low-glycemic Indian meal.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 2
Advanced
Saba no Misoni — Low-Sugar Miso-Simmered Mackerel with Daikon - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.4
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Saba no Misoni — Low-Sugar Miso-Simmered Mackerel with Daikon

Omega-3-rich mackerel simmered in a naturally sweet miso-ginger broth with tender daikon — a blood-sugar-friendly Japanese classic ready in 35 minutes.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-GI Brown Rice Stir-Fry with Herb Omelette Ribbons - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Moderate-GI Brown Rice Stir-Fry with Herb Omelette Ribbons

A vibrant Asian-inspired stir-fry featuring nutty brown basmati rice, crisp vegetables, and delicate coriander omelette strips for steady blood sugar control.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 4
Medium
Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup with Low-GI Optimization - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup with Low-GI Optimization

A blood sugar-friendly black bean soup packed with fiber and plant protein. This hearty vegetarian meal delivers sustained energy without glucose spikes.

⏱️ 140 min 👥 8
Easy
Low-GI Vietnamese Prawn and Vegetable Noodle Bowl - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Vietnamese Prawn and Vegetable Noodle Bowl

A refreshing Asian-inspired salad featuring succulent prawns, crisp vegetables, and rice noodles tossed in a zesty lime dressing—perfect for stable blood sugar levels throughout the day.

⏱️ 22 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-Glycemic Wild Rice & Roasted Root Vegetable Bowl with Herb-Crusted Chicken - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-Glycemic Wild Rice & Roasted Root Vegetable Bowl with Herb-Crusted Chicken

A nutrient-dense one-bowl meal featuring wild rice, roasted vegetables, and lean chicken—designed to keep blood sugar stable while delivering satisfying flavor.

⏱️ 75 min 👥 4
Medium
Blood Sugar-Friendly Southwestern Veggie & Lentil Bowl - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.7
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Blood Sugar-Friendly Southwestern Veggie & Lentil Bowl

A fiber-rich, plant-based bowl combining protein-packed lentils, nutrient-dense vegetables, and brown rice for sustained energy without blood sugar spikes.

⏱️ 70 min 👥 6
Medium
Pasta e Fagioli — Classic Italian Bean Soup - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Pasta e Fagioli — Classic Italian Bean Soup

A hearty Italian bean soup where fibre-rich borlotti beans buffer the glucose impact of a small portion of pasta, keeping blood sugar remarkably steady.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 2
Medium
Protein-Packed Air-Fried Chicken Sandwich - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly

Protein-Packed Air-Fried Chicken Sandwich

Crispy air-fried chicken breast coated in protein crisps with zesty yogurt sauce on a bun—high protein, satisfying, and blood sugar friendly.

⏱️ 27 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-Glycemic Three-Bean Chili with Roasted Peppers - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.1
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-Glycemic Three-Bean Chili with Roasted Peppers

A fiber-rich vegan chili that keeps blood sugar stable. Packed with protein and slow-digesting beans, this hearty one-pot meal satisfies without the spike.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 4
Easy
Low-GI Zupa Ogórkowa with Celeriac - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.2
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Zupa Ogórkowa with Celeriac

Poland's tangy pickle soup reimagined with celeriac for gentle blood sugar impact — fermented pickles and sour cream add probiotic richness and slow glucose absorption.

⏱️ 40 min 👥 4
Advanced
Low-Glycemic Chicken Burrito Bowl Meal Prep - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-Glycemic Chicken Burrito Bowl Meal Prep

A blood sugar-friendly burrito bowl with seasoned chicken, fiber-rich black beans, and brown rice that keeps you energized without the glucose spike.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 4
Easy
Moroccan-Spiced Lentil and Chickpea Stew with Roasted Vegetables - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegan

Moroccan-Spiced Lentil and Chickpea Stew with Roasted Vegetables

A fiber-rich, plant-based stew combining red lentils and chickpeas with aromatic spices—perfect for steady blood sugar and lasting satisfaction.

⏱️ 110 min 👥 8
Medium
Ribollita (Tuscan White Bean and Kale Soup) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.4
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Ribollita (Tuscan White Bean and Kale Soup)

A thick Tuscan peasant soup with cannellini beans (GI ~31) and kale, thickened with whole-grain bread for a deeply satisfying, blood-sugar-friendly bowl.

⏱️ 60 min 👥 4
Medium
Miso-Glazed Chicken with Brown Rice and Edamame - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Miso-Glazed Chicken with Brown Rice and Edamame

Tender miso-glazed chicken thighs served over nutty brown rice with protein-rich edamame — a blood-sugar-friendly Japanese-inspired bowl.

⏱️ 50 min 👥 2
Medium
Harira (Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.7
Low Glycemic Gluten-Free Dairy-Free

Harira (Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup)

A warmly spiced Moroccan soup brimming with red lentils and chickpeas — naturally low-GI, high in soluble fiber, and ideal for steady blood sugar.

⏱️ 50 min 👥 4
Medium
Roasted Beetroot Salad with Horseradish Vinaigrette and Walnuts - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.1
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Roasted Beetroot Salad with Horseradish Vinaigrette and Walnuts

Caramelized beetroot wedges over peppery arugula with a sharp horseradish vinaigrette, crumbled chèvre, and toasted walnuts — fat and acid tame the glucose curve.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 2
Medium
Stekt Strömming with Rye-Almond Crumb and Lingonberries - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.1
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Soy-Free

Stekt Strömming with Rye-Almond Crumb and Lingonberries

Crispy pan-fried Baltic herring in a low-GI rye-almond crust, served with cool cucumber-dill salad and tart lingonberries for steady blood sugar.

⏱️ 18 min 👥 2
Advanced
Carciofi alla Romana - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.2
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Carciofi alla Romana

Roman braised artichokes stuffed with garlic and wild mint — loaded with prebiotic inulin fiber and heart-healthy olive oil for outstanding blood sugar stability.

⏱️ 55 min 👥 2
Medium
Blood Sugar-Friendly Minestrone with Lemon & Herbs - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Blood Sugar-Friendly Minestrone with Lemon & Herbs

A nourishing vegetable-packed soup designed for steady energy. Fiber-rich legumes and non-starchy vegetables create a satisfying low-GI meal perfect for any time of day.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 6
Easy
Chakalaka (South African Spiced Vegetable Relish) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.7
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Chakalaka (South African Spiced Vegetable Relish)

A fibre-packed South African vegetable relish loaded with curry spice, butter beans and grated carrot — naturally low-GI with no added starch.

⏱️ 30 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-GI Köttbullar with Celeriac Mash - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.9
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Köttbullar with Celeriac Mash

Classic Swedish meatballs in a silky cream sauce over low-carb celeriac mash — all the comfort with roughly half the glycemic impact of the original.

⏱️ 40 min 👥 2
Advanced
Low-GI Mujadara with Bulgur and Crispy Onions - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.9
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Low-GI Mujadara with Bulgur and Crispy Onions

A blood-sugar-friendly Lebanese classic pairing brown lentils and coarse bulgur under a crown of crispy onions — high fibre, slow-digesting, deeply satisfying.

⏱️ 50 min 👥 2
Advanced
Roasted Cauliflower & Wild Rice Salad with Lentils - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Roasted Cauliflower & Wild Rice Salad with Lentils

A vibrant, fiber-rich grain bowl featuring roasted spiced cauliflower, nutty wild rice, and protein-packed lentils—perfect for steady blood sugar levels.

⏱️ 60 min 👥 12
Medium
Chana Masala with Cucumber Raita - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Chana Masala with Cucumber Raita

Protein-rich chickpeas braised in a fragrant ginger-tomato masala with cooling cucumber-mint raita — a naturally low-GI Indian classic that keeps blood sugar steady.

⏱️ 30 min 👥 2
Advanced
Lower-GI Kedgeree with Cauliflower Rice - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.4
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Lower-GI Kedgeree with Cauliflower Rice

Smoky poached haddock and jammy eggs over spiced cauliflower-basmati rice — a low-GI British classic that keeps blood sugar steady without losing comfort.

⏱️ 30 min 👥 2
Medium
Töltött Paprika with Bulgur - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.4
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Nut-Free

Töltött Paprika with Bulgur

Hungarian stuffed peppers reimagined with bulgur wheat instead of white rice — more fiber, slower glucose release, and all the paprika-rich comfort you crave.

⏱️ 50 min 👥 2
Advanced
Mediterranean Butter Beans with Herb-Crusted Lamb - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Mediterranean Butter Beans with Herb-Crusted Lamb

Tender seared lamb paired with creamy butter beans braised in aromatic tomato broth—a protein-rich, low-GI Greek feast that keeps blood sugar steady.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 4
Medium
Low-Glycemic Whole Wheat Fettuccine with Sautéed Swiss Chard and Mushrooms - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.6
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Low-Glycemic Whole Wheat Fettuccine with Sautéed Swiss Chard and Mushrooms

A blood sugar-friendly Italian pasta featuring nutrient-dense Swiss chard, earthy mushrooms, and whole wheat fettuccine for sustained energy without the spike.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 4
Easy
Low-GI Borscht with Celeriac - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.7
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Borscht with Celeriac

A hearty Ukrainian beet soup where celeriac stands in for potato, keeping the starchy body intact while beef and sour cream slow glucose absorption naturally.

⏱️ 60 min 👥 2
Advanced
Kinpira Gobo with Chicken Thigh - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 16.0
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Kinpira Gobo with Chicken Thigh

Soy-glazed chicken thigh stir-fried with julienned burdock and carrot — packed with prebiotic inulin fibre for a blood-sugar-friendly Japanese dinner.

⏱️ 27 min 👥 2
Medium
Golden Split Pea Soup with Herbed Chive Cream - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 16.0
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly

Golden Split Pea Soup with Herbed Chive Cream

A velvety, fiber-rich split pea soup that keeps blood sugar steady while delivering satisfying comfort. Perfect for diabetes-friendly meal planning.

⏱️ 90 min 👥 4
Medium

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