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Fresh tomatoes and herbs are as important to summer Mediterranean menus as they are to American ones. This light, piquant French soup is a wonderful first course to pair with grilled or roasted chicken. It also tastes great with sandwiches and can be served chilled. Try packing it in a thermos and serving it in cups at a picnic. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

Este postre sin cocción es un gran sustituto de la torta de calabaza, ¡y solo tiene 100 calorías! Para un postre de calabaza rápido, saludable y delicioso, no busques más: este parfait de pudín es increíble y está listo en minutos. Encuentra esta receta y otras más en El libro de cocina para la diabetes . Para pedirlo directamente a la American Diabetes Association, haz clic aquí .

This diabetes-friendly dish is filled with lean beef—which provides 10 essential nutrients, including protein and iron—and beans, which provide fiber and more protein. It’s a warming, nutritious meal you can feel good about serving to your entire family. Complete your plate: Top the chili with a dollop of Greek yogurt and Almost Smooth Salsa . Add a veggie-rich side dish, like this Kale Apple Slaw .

This baked dish comes together quickly for an easy weeknight meal that is packed with nutrients and flavor. Perfect for people with diabetes, the subtle spice of chipotle salmon is balanced out by the bright, sweet flavors of a fresh fruit salsa made from watermelon and mango. Try pairing this recipe with cilantro lime quinoa for a perfect summer night meal!

This delicate fish is a surprising treat at the end of a long day. Turbot is found in salt waters of both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It is also known as flounder, brill, fluke, and plaice. It is a member of the flatfish family, which also contains halibut. Any of those would make fine substitutions in this dish. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

Beets may be a little messy to prepare, but they're well worth it! They are nutrition powerouses, rich in antioxodants and shown to help fight inflammation. Oh, and they're also delicious! Pair this flavorful side dish with a lean protein, like this Mustard-Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin .

This cool and refreshing avocado soup is not only diabetes-friendly, but it's a perfect summer dish after a morning at the farmer's market. Packed with heart healthy fats, it's also a nutrition powerhouse. This recipe from the Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook , by Charles Mattocks. To order this cookbook click here .

This crunchy Asian salad is full of colorful, fiber-rich vegetables like shredded cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper. The flavorful dressing is made with zero-calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener, so you’ll get sweetness without any added sugars. Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite Asian-inspired entrée, like baked teriyaki chicken .

Take taco Tuesday to the next level with this diabetes-friendly recipe! The Japanese ponzu sauce adds Asian-inspired flair to the traditionally Mexican taco. A little bit sweet, a little bit salty, with a touch of heat from red peppers, this recipe checks all the boxes. Make a Japanese cucumber salad as a side dish for a veggie-rich meal.

Sea scallops are quite simple to cook and have a mild, buttery flavor. This recipe calls for topping the scallops with a light pesto sauce, but you can swap with another sauce, or even a simple squeeze of lemon. Complete your plate with a fresh, seasonal salad and a grain side dish, like this Red Quinoa and Farro .