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Southern Turnip Greens and Black-Eyed Peas is a classic and comforting dish that fits the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Meal Pattern , meaning it is a good choice for those who are mindful of their blood pressure. Tender turnip greens are simmered with onions, garlic, and a touch of vinegar, then served alongside creamy black-eyed peas seasoned with smoked paprika and thyme. It's a flavorful and hearty meal that captures the essence of Southern cuisine.

Add rotisserie chicken or grilled shrimp to turn this salad into an entrée. Otherwise, it can be served as a tasty side dish to complement grilled chicken or fish.

If you love BBQ chips but want to avoid the excess calories and fat, try these roasted BBQ chickpeas! Chickpeas, a plant-based protein, are high in fiber but naturally low in sodium and cholesterol-free. The savory taste of this dish comes from the BBQ spice blend, and the sweetness comes from 100% natural Splenda ® Stevia Sweetener. Serve at your next cookout or tailgate party!

This Tuna Salad with Chickpeas is full of flavor and crunch. It is made lighter by mixing fat-free plain yogurt and light mayonnaise - you’ll be surprised that you can’t taste the difference.

This high-fiber snack is a much healthier choice than chips and is a great alternative for those with nut allergies. Place in small bowls or ramekins at your next party. Eat them as a snack or use them as a crunchy topping on soups or salads.

This hearty stew features butternut squash, a type of winter squash that comes into season during the cooler months of the year. Make this on the weekend and pack the leftovers for lunch during the week.

Curry powder, chickpeas, and squash are a classic combination in Indian cuisine. In this recipe, to liven up the curry flavor and add some welcome texture to the mix, I’ve also added fresh ginger, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cilantro, along with nutty quinoa and crunchy pumpkin seeds. This dish is best made in the fall when mounds of butternut squash are available at the farmers’ market but if you crave this spicy salad during the warmer months, feel free to use frozen (and thawed) squash instead.

Author Aviva Goldfarb says, "Six O’Clock Scramble CFO (and my good friend) Robin Thieme stopped by on a Saturday to drop off a book and was surprised to find that I was cooking a hot lunch for my husband, Andrew, and me. I confessed that I was just trying to use up some produce before it went bad. Robin joined us for lunch and we all agreed this dish is a winner. Serve with Tropical Island Smoothies."

Zucchini acts like noodles to make this main dish fresh and filling. But it’s the flavors, textures, and beauty that’ll bring you back to this recipe again and again. Use one zucchini and one yellow summer squash for the best looking results. Make it with steak, and it’s a marvelous meal in one. This recipe from The With or Without Meat Cookbook , by Jackie Newgent. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

Tender cubes of chicken, crisp vegetables, and an Asian-inspired broth make for an aromatic entrée. Serve with whole-wheat or sesame crispbread.