Lunch — low-GI recipes

Lunch: 287 low-GI recipes from the LOGI catalogue. The median glycemic load is 6.8 per serving. Preparation takes 5 to 500 minutes.

Sorted by glycemic load, lowest first.

Low-GI Chili con Carne with Two-Bean Base - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Chili con Carne with Two-Bean Base

Two-bean chili con carne built for steady blood sugar — black beans and kidney beans replace rice, delivering fiber-rich protein with every spoonful.

⏱️ 40 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-GI Linseneintopf (German Lentil Stew with Celeriac) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-GI Linseneintopf (German Lentil Stew with Celeriac)

Swabian-style lentil stew swaps potato for low-GI celeriac — brown lentils and smoky sausage simmer into a thick, vinegar-bright bowl that keeps blood sugar steady.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 2
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Quick Rajma Kidney Bean Curry - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.5
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Quick Rajma Kidney Bean Curry

A fibre-rich kidney bean curry simmered with crushed tomatoes and warm spices — naturally low-GI, ready in 30 minutes, and ideal for steady blood sugar.

⏱️ 30 min 👥 2
Medium
Smoked Paprika Chickpea Bowl with Spinach and Feta - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.6
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Smoked Paprika Chickpea Bowl with Spinach and Feta

Smoky, protein-packed chickpeas over wilted spinach with tangy feta — a naturally low-glycemic bowl that keeps blood sugar steady and satisfies in just 15 minutes.

⏱️ 15 min 👥 2
Medium
Low-Glycemic Baked Salmon with Tropical Ginger Marinade - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.7
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Low-Glycemic Baked Salmon with Ginger-Lime Marinade and Fresh Berries

Protein-rich salmon with a blood sugar-friendly ginger-lime marinade and fresh berries creates a nutritious meal perfect for diabetic-friendly eating and stable glucose levels.

⏱️ 90 min 👥 2
Easy
Almond-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Herb Coating - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 10.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Almond-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Herb Coating

Crispy almond-coated chicken breasts deliver satisfying crunch with blood sugar-friendly protein and healthy fats that slow glucose absorption.

⏱️ 30 min 👥 4
Medium
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
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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
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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
Italian Farro Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, and Feta - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 11.4
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Nut-Free

Italian Farro Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, and Feta

Ancient grain farro (GI ~40) meets ripe tomatoes, cool cucumber, and creamy feta in a fibre-rich Italian salad that keeps blood sugar remarkably steady.

⏱️ 35 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 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
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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
Roasted Butternut Squash and Pearl Barley Salad with Balsamic Dressing - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 12.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Roasted Butternut Squash and Pearl Barley Salad with Balsamic Dressing

A nutrient-dense, fiber-rich salad featuring low-GI pearl barley and roasted squash—perfect for steady blood sugar levels and sustained energy throughout the day.

⏱️ 45 min 👥 8
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
Ful Medames (Egyptian Stewed Fava Beans) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 13.3
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Ful Medames (Egyptian Stewed Fava Beans)

Egypt's ancient breakfast of creamy fava beans with cumin, lemon and olive oil — naturally low-glycemic, high in plant protein and soluble fiber.

⏱️ 20 min 👥 2
Medium
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
Bruschetta con Cannellini e Salvia (White Bean and Crispy Sage Bruschetta) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.2
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Dairy-Free

Bruschetta con Cannellini e Salvia (White Bean and Crispy Sage Bruschetta)

Fiber-rich cannellini beans mashed with garlic and lemon on sourdough toast, crowned with crispy fried sage — a low-GI Italian antipasto in 15 minutes.

⏱️ 15 min 👥 2
Easy
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
Open-Faced Danish Smørrebrød — Low-Glycemic Rye Sandwiches - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.6
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Nut-Free

Open-Faced Danish Smørrebrød — Low-Glycemic Rye Sandwiches

Classic Danish smørrebrød on dense sourdough rugbrød — naturally low-GI rye topped with herring, egg, roast beef, and tangy cucumber salad.

⏱️ 35 min 👥 2
Medium
Gubbröra (Swedish Egg and Sprat Mix on Rye Crispbread) - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 14.8
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Nut-Free

Gubbröra (Swedish Egg and Sprat Mix on Rye Crispbread)

A classic Swedish appetizer of chunky eggs and briny sprats folded with crème fraîche and fresh herbs, served on fiber-rich rye crispbread for steady blood sugar.

⏱️ 20 min 👥 2
Easy
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
Low-Glycemic Mexican Black Bean Salad with Baked Tortilla Chips - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.0
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Vegetarian

Low-Glycemic Mexican Black Bean Salad with Baked Tortilla Chips

Fiber-rich black beans and creamy avocado create a blood sugar-friendly salad that's satisfying, colorful, and packed with nutrients for steady energy.

⏱️ 22 min 👥 4
Easy
Som Tam — Green Papaya Salad - Low Glycemic Recipe
GL: 15.1
Low Glycemic Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Som Tam — Green Papaya Salad

Pounded Thai salad bursting with fibre-rich green papaya, crunchy peanuts, and dried shrimp — barely any sugar yet all the bright, spicy flavour you crave.

⏱️ 20 min 👥 2
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