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We’re not going to say that this mashed cauliflower tastes exactly like mashed potatoes, but it’s so good we promise you won’t mind. This dish makes a great low carb addition to a classic “meat and potatoes” meal. We suggest pairing with this Garlic Sesame Pork Tenderloin and Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan .

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This mixed veggie dish is an example of how to increase your vegetable intake while managing your carbohydrate intake. Serve alongside a protein entree with additional vegetables like Braised Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms or Smoky Pork Chops with Tomatoes .

The taste of delicate sugar snap peas teamed with fresh lemon and mint is definitely a harbinger of spring. This quick and easy side dish goes great with a light fish dish, such as Baked Fish Fillets with Thyme-Dijon Topping or Salmon with Mango and Peach Salsa .

This quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe gets its savory flavor from a garlic sesame marinade. The tenderloin is cut into slices and pan-seared so it cooks up faster than roasting the whole tenderloin. For a lighter, low carb version of a classic “meat and potatoes” meal, pair this pork tenderloin with our low carb Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes” and Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan .

These Quick Roasted Chicken Breasts can be used for anything – serve with roasted veggies (try Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash ), use them for Creamy Chicken Apple Salad , or slice thinly for a sandwich with whole grain bread, spicy mustard, fresh spinach and thinly sliced tomato. Make them on the weekend and then use throughout the week.

Creamy, pepper-seasoned gravy is a staple in southern comfort foods like biscuits and gravy and chicken fried steak. This diabetes-friendly version uses a vegetable oil-based margarine to reduce the saturated fat that's usually found in traditional gravy. Serve this with Air Fryer Buttermilk Chicken and Southern Collard Greens for the ultimate southern comfort meal!

This sweet and savory soup combines pumpkin, pear, and fresh ginger into a creamy soup that will warm you up on a chilly fall day. You can toss everything in a slow-cooker and let it cook all day, so dinner is ready when you come home from work. Pair this dish with an Arugula, Pear, Walnut, & Pecorino Salad for a fall-themed soup-and-salad combo or Tarragon Herbed Chicken and Mushrooms for something heartier. Find this recipe and more in our cookbook, The Diabetes Fast-Fix Slow Cooker Cookbook

Start your morning with a sweet, diabetes friendly treat with these pumpkin-banana muffins. Lower in carbs than store-bought muffins, pair this with a cup of coffee for the perfect start to your day. Add a Microwave Egg and Veggie Jar or Spinach and Egg Bites to help round out your breakfast with some veggies and protein!

This chicken dish takes just 8 minutes of prep time, 20 minutes in the oven, and voila! The result is actually impressive enough to serve for a special occasion but comforting enough to pair with your comfy clothes. You’ll enjoy the homestyle crunchiness from the pecans along with a hint of natural sweetness and spiciness. Serve it with a harvest salad and sweet potato fries .