Steak - Ribeye (1 grams)

Choose a smaller ribeye portion and trim visible excess fat; large, high-fat servings can sometimes cause a delayed, modest glucose rise.

Skip sweet marinades, barbecue sauce, honey-based glazes, and sugary steak sauces; season with salt, pepper, herbs, garlic, vinegar, or lemon instead.

Pair the steak with high-fiber, non-starchy vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, spinach, mushrooms, or a leafy salad rather than fries, bread, mashed potatoes, or rice.

If you want a starch, keep the serving small and choose lentils, chickpeas, or beans instead of refined starches.

Take an easy 10–20 minute walk after the meal, if appropriate for you, to help reduce the post-meal rise.

Check whether the rise is delayed by monitoring for several hours after ribeye; if it is, try a leaner cut or a smaller portion and compare your response.