These Ultimate low Glycemic Index recipes are great for longer lasting energy
These recipes have low Glycemic Index values, meaning they can give you more energy to keep you powering through whatever life throws at you.
GI stands for Glycemic Index, a number assigned to a food based on how rapidly its carbohydrates are digested.
A low GI indicates the food is absorbed more slowly, making this kind of diet great for endurance.
All these dishes are packed full of low-GI foods to keep you feeling energised all day long.
To make this recipe even better for fuelling your body, we recommend using low GI rice (we use SunRice). It’s naturally gluten-free, certified low-GI and will help maintain steady energy levels for hours.
This is the ultimate snack before you hit the gym! Research shows that eating low GI foods prior to exercise helps keep you performing for longer.
Warm beetroot and lentil salad
Meet the seasonal salad that’s ideal for cooler weather. It makes the perfect lunch, dinner (or both!)
Perfect for when you want to indulge without a huge sugar surge, these cakes are made using better-for-you spelt flour and low-GI sugar.
Stir-fried chicken will chilli, basil and bamboo shoots
This quick and easy Thai stir-fry ticks all the boxes – it’s speedy, delicious and, because it uses low-GI rice, will keep you feeling full for hours.
Start the day with maximum energy at minimum effort with this low-GI dish.
Looking for a slightly less indulgent version of a creamy potato bake that will keep you going for hours? This one is made with sweet potato, a much better low-GI option.
A fruity dessert is always a better option than chocolatey if you’re looking for energy. We love these gooey little cakes, especially when served with a dollop of natural yoghurt.
Not only does this dish make the perfect dinner but the leftovers are ideal for lunch the next day too. You’ll have energy for days!
These are a fantastic healthy option for lunchbox treats or after-school snacks to keep the kids going until bedtime. Switch them up and use low-GI fruits like apple, orange and plum.
Make these in bulk and you’ll have lunches sorted for the whole week. Eating a low-GI lunch like this will help you avoid the mid-afternoon desk slump (bonus: it’s low in fat and high in fibre too!)
Corn and split peas are both great low-GI ingredients. Make extra of this creamy soup and pop half in the freezer before you add the feta, saving it for a later date.
Adding carrot and apple to this bircher mix makes it even lower GI. You’re guaranteed to start the day with a smile with this under your belt!
For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.
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