Mixed olives and feta marinated in olive oil, lemon zest, and chili flakes.
Nutrition (per serving)
204
Calories
3g
Carbs
4g
Protein
20g
Fat
1g
Fiber
~0
Est. GI
Why this fits a diabetes-friendly diet
At 3g of carbs per serving, it fits comfortably within most low-carb diabetes meal plans, and its estimated glycemic index of ~0 means the carbs it does have tend to digest slowly rather than spiking blood sugar fast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup235 ml kalamata olives
- 4 oz115 g low-sodium feta cheese
- 3 tbsp45 ml olive oil
- 1 tsp5 ml lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp1 ml red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp2 ml dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine the olives and feta in a bowl.
- Toss with olive oil, lemon zest, chili flakes, and oregano.
- Marinate at least 1 hour before serving, or overnight for more flavor.
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