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Preparing curries often involves a lot of chopping, but you can get around that easily. Take advantage of the pre-chopped or no-salt-added canned ingredients on the market, such as matchstick carrots, water chestnuts, and chickpeas. Find more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes here.

Risotto is traditionally made with starchy rice, but this version made with barley is higher fiber, and has a delightfully chewy texture. Adding the liquid to the grains 1/2 cup at a time gives them a rich, creamy texture by the time they are done cooking. Serve this as whole-grain side to a protein entree, like this Mediterranean Chicken and Artichokes , or add cooked chicken or shrimp and a handful of green to make this a complete meal.

Comfort food can be enjoyed even if you want to cook healthier. Phyllo dough makes a fabulously crispy top crust without the fat. Garlic mashed potatoes make a great alternative top “crust.” This recipe from The Stress Free Kitchen , by Barbara Seelig-Brown. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

In this Latin twist on stuffed bell peppers, black beans replace the traditional rice and salsa stands in for the standard tomato sauce. This recipe from The Diabetes & Heart Healthy Diabetes Cookbook , 2nd edition, co-published with the American Heart Association. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

This flavorful Spiced Ginger Carrot soup is a culinary journey that transcends borders, drawing inspiration from global kitchens. With a touch of spice and a hint of warming ginger, it's the perfect balance of savory and sweet. This diabetes-friendly recipe would pair well with a creamy salad, like the Brussels Sprout Salad with Avocado, Artichokes, & Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing .