If you’ve ever stared into your fridge thinking “I’ve got tofu… now what?”, you’re not alone. When you’re managing gestational diabetes, dinner can feel like a daily puzzle—especially when you’re tired, hungry, and trying to keep those numbers in range.
The good news? You don’t need to overthink it. Below are easy, realistic, blood-sugar-friendly meal ideas built around chicken breast. These are meals you can actually make—balanced, satisfying, and tested by real gestational diabetes mamas (including me—Julija, HIgedi founder).
Crispy tofu stir-fry
Pan-fry tofu until golden, toss with broccoli, bell peppers, and snap peas for fiber, and a small side of quinoa or brown rice for complex carbs. Finish with coconut aminos.
Tofu curry
Simmer tofu in coconut milk with a mix of fiber-rich veggies like cauliflower, broccoli, and spinach. Serve with a small portion of brown rice or millet for balanced carbs.
Tofu lettuce wraps
Crumble and season tofu like ground meat (garlic, soy sauce, chili flakes), then fill butter lettuce cups. Add shredded carrots and cucumber for fiber, and a small side of roasted sweet potato cubes or roasted rutabaga.
Tofu and veggie sheet pan
Roast tofu cubes with zucchini, mushrooms, and bell peppers. Pair with a small serving of lentils or farro for complex carbs and extra fiber. Easy clean-up too!
Scrambled tofu
Cook tofu like eggs with turmeric, garlic, and nutritional yeast. Serve with sautéed kale or spinach and a small side of roasted parsnips or wild rice.
Tofu poke-style bowl
Marinate tofu cubes in tamari and sesame oil. Serve over cauliflower rice topped with avocado, cucumber, shredded carrot, edamame, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Tofu tikka (oven baked)
Marinate tofu in yogurt, garlic, ginger, and tikka spices. Bake or air-fry. Serve with sautéed spinach or kale and a small side of cooked barley or wild rice.
Tofu “steaks” with greens
Pan-sear thick tofu slices and serve over garlicky kale or Swiss chard drizzled with tahini-lemon sauce. Add a small serving of sweet potato fries or quinoa.
Tofu noodle bowl
Use shirataki or low-carb noodles, toss with pan-fried tofu, snow peas, and cabbage. Dress with peanut-lime sauce and serve with a side of steamed edamame to meet the carb goal.
Every meal doesn’t have to be perfect—but it should leave you feeling full, steady, and supported. If one combo doesn’t work for your blood sugar, try adjusting the carb portion or switching up your sides. Small changes can make a big difference.
And remember: you’re not in this alone. You’re learning, experimenting, and showing up for both you and your baby—every single day. That counts for a lot.