Veggie Rich Recipes for Healthy Eating

Check out our plant-powered recipes packed with non-starchy vegetables. These recipes are a powerhouse of nutrients and are perfectly aligned with a diabetes-friendly eating plan.

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A bowl of grilled tilapia on a salad of arugula and corn for a heart and diabetes healthy dash diet

Grilled Tilapia with Crunchy Corn Salsa & Arugula

15 min
8 min
4
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A plate with an open faced vegan vegetarian sloppy joes for a diet

Vegan Open-Face Sloppy Joes

10 min
15 min
4
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A plate of shrimp saute and diced potatoes for a DASH diet recipe for diabetes friendly eating

Shrimp Sauté with Spinach, Grape Tomatoes, and Roasted Red Potatoes

5 min
35 min
4
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An open face vegan vegetarian sandwhich with chickpea and carrots and celery on a plate for diabetes friendly diet

Open-Face Chickpea Salad Sandwich

10 min
4
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A bowl of tofu, quinoa, and brocolini for a vegan vegetarian diabetes management meal

Tofu with Peanut Sauce, Broccolini & Quinoa

10 min
10 min
4
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A bowl of low carb chicken and cauliflower for a diabetic friendly dinner recipe

Creamy Coriander Chicken & Cauliflower Skillet

5 min
15 min
4
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A plate with chicken, peaches, and homemade diabetes friendly dressing for a low carb style meal

Grilled Jalapeno-Peach Chicken Thighs with Creamy Avocado & Artichoke Salad

15 min
20 min
4
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Spiced Ginger Carrot Soup

Spiced Ginger Carrot Soup

15 min
20 min
8
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Asparagus and Bok Choy Frittata

Asparagus and Bok Choy Frittata

5 min
10 min
6
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A bowl of turnip greens and black eyed peas for plant powered protein diabetic diet

Southern Turnip Greens and Black-Eyed Peas

10 min
40 min
4
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California Date & Cashew Chicken Stir Fry

This easy chicken stir fry pairs well with the sweetness from California Dates and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. For a spicier dish, chop up a fresh chili pepper and add it with the scallions. Pair with a whole grain and you’ve got a complete meal full of lean protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. 

A bowl of Date & Cashew Chicken Stir Fry for a diabetes friendly healthy meal

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Breakfast Favorites

Get a healthy head start on your morning with these recipes. 

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Asparagus and Bok Choy Frittata

Asparagus and Bok Choy Frittata

5 min
10 min
6
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Chilaquiles with Sunny-Side-Up Eggs in a bowl with napkin for a diabetes friendly recipe

Chilaquiles with Sunny-Side-Up Eggs

5 min
12 min
4
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A Pakistani Besan Chilla savory chickpea pancake for diabetic friendly eating

Pakistani Besan Chilla (Savory Chickpea Pancakes)

5 min
12 min
4
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Spinach and Parmesan Egg Bites

Spinach and Parmesan Egg Bites

15 min
20 min
8
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Guilt-Free Breakfast Sausage Patties

Guilt-Free Breakfast Sausage Patties

10 min
10 min
14
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A bowl of vegetarian burrito ingredients

Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito Bowl

10 min
5 min
4
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Pumpkin-Banana Muffins

Pumpkin-Banana Muffins

10 min
20 min
12
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Turkey Sausage and Egg Casserole

Turkey Sausage and Egg Casserole

10 min
1 hr
10
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Ginger Infused Oatmeal

Ginger Infused Oatmeal

5 min
15 min
2
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Sugar Free Yogurt Parfait with Fresh Berries

Sugar Free Yogurt Parfait with Fresh Berries

5 min
1
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Lunchtime Specials

Energize your midday meal with these diabetes-friendly options. 

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A bowl of grilled tilapia on a salad of arugula and corn for a heart and diabetes healthy dash diet

Grilled Tilapia with Crunchy Corn Salsa & Arugula

15 min
8 min
4
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A plate with an open faced vegan vegetarian sloppy joes for a diet

Vegan Open-Face Sloppy Joes

10 min
15 min
4
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An open face vegan vegetarian sandwhich with chickpea and carrots and celery on a plate for diabetes friendly diet

Open-Face Chickpea Salad Sandwich

10 min
4
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Spiced Ginger Carrot Soup

Spiced Ginger Carrot Soup

15 min
20 min
8
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A bowl of turnip greens and black eyed peas for plant powered protein diabetic diet

Southern Turnip Greens and Black-Eyed Peas

10 min
40 min
4
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A plate of vegan lettuce wraps and tofu for a vegetarian healthy diabetic lunch

Crumbled Tofu Taco Lettuce Wraps

7 min
12 min
4
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A plate of seared BBQ tempeh with a creamy salad for a diabetes friendly meal that is vegan vegetarian

Seared Barbecue Tempeh Salad

10 min
5 min
4
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Tuna salad melt served with a salad on a plate

Tuna Salad Melt on Whole Grain English Muffin with Side Salad

10 min
4 min
4
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Greek Vegetable Pita Pizzas

Greek Vegetable Pita Pizzas

5 min
15 min
8
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A plate of Vegetarian Lentil Pulao (Daal Pulao) for a diabetic friendly meal

Vegetarian Lentil Pulao (Daal Pulao)

5 min
30 min
4
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Dinner Delights

Find a healthy recipe that your whole family will enjoy. 

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A bowl of grilled tilapia on a salad of arugula and corn for a heart and diabetes healthy dash diet

Grilled Tilapia with Crunchy Corn Salsa & Arugula

15 min
8 min
4
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A plate of shrimp saute and diced potatoes for a DASH diet recipe for diabetes friendly eating

Shrimp Sauté with Spinach, Grape Tomatoes, and Roasted Red Potatoes

5 min
35 min
4
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A bowl of tofu, quinoa, and brocolini for a vegan vegetarian diabetes management meal

Tofu with Peanut Sauce, Broccolini & Quinoa

10 min
10 min
4
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A bowl of low carb chicken and cauliflower for a diabetic friendly dinner recipe

Creamy Coriander Chicken & Cauliflower Skillet

5 min
15 min
4
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A plate with chicken, peaches, and homemade diabetes friendly dressing for a low carb style meal

Grilled Jalapeno-Peach Chicken Thighs with Creamy Avocado & Artichoke Salad

15 min
20 min
4
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Spiced Ginger Carrot Soup

Spiced Ginger Carrot Soup

15 min
20 min
8
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A plate of vegan lettuce wraps and tofu for a vegetarian healthy diabetic lunch

Crumbled Tofu Taco Lettuce Wraps

7 min
12 min
4
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A plate with a very low carb keto meal of turkey stuffed mushroom and salad for diabetes friendly eating

Turkey Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Feta, Spinach & Pecan Salad

10 min
30 min
4
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A plate with mini meatloaf and non-starchy vegetables for a healthy easy meal

Sheet Pan Cheesy Mini Meatloaves with Bell Peppers & Onions

10 min
20 min
4
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A plate of seared BBQ tempeh with a creamy salad for a diabetes friendly meal that is vegan vegetarian

Seared Barbecue Tempeh Salad

10 min
5 min
4
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Make Your Weekly Meal Plan

Create your own meal plan from your favorite recipes or use one of the pre-built meal plans designed by ADA nutrition experts  

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Create a Grocery List

Shopping for diabetes-friendly foods doesn't mean you have to spend more time at the store. Use our weekly grocery list generator so you have a gameplan of what you need on your next grocery store trip.  

  • Save time: Head to the store with a gameplan in advance
  • Budget money: Buy only the food you need based on your meal planner
  • Eat healthier: Stick to the foods on your list for informed choices
Get Your Grocery List Learn More
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How to Make Turkey Garlic Meatloaf

Meatloaf is a tried and true class recipe. Try this turkey based meatloaf that is delicious and a leaner alternative. 

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