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Eating beans every day may help people with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood glucose. So enjoy the health benefits of this inviting meal-in-a-bowl. And enjoy all of its vivid colors, Mexican-inspired flavors, and lovely textures with a fork. The bowl is made from Bibb lettuce, so it’s literally an edible bowl! But if you like, use the Bibb leaves to eat some of the bean mixture burrito-style. Any way you choose to eat it, it’s muy delicioso. This recipe from The With or Without Meat Cookbook, 2nd edition, by Jackie Newgent. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association

Looking for a tasty, protein-filled burger that's budget-friendly and perfect for Meatless Mondays? This healthy take on the classic is less expensive, heart-healthy, and ready to go from items you probably already have in the pantry. For more Southwestern flavor with less carbs, serve each bean burger in lettuce wrap topped with 1 tablespoon salsa and an avocado slice. This also makes a great meatless filling for a taco or burrito. But if you want a more classic taste, serve on a whole grain bun with 1 slice of cheddar cheese, a large lettuce leaf, and a thick slice of tomato.

You can make these baked beans with pinto beans if you prefer them over navy beans.

Known in Greece as Fassoulada, this hearty, thick soup is a popular dish in that country. Navy beans, onion, tomatoes, and garlic are the essential basics of this soup.

Spice up your green beans with this air fried dish that can serve as a low-carb appetizer, snack, or side dish. Crispy panko and spicy chili paste add flavor and crunch. Cooking in the air fryer gives you the satisfying crunch of fried food, without all the added fat of deep frying. Click here for more air fryer recipes!

Making your own pico de gallo in this recipe helps skip the sodium found in jarred store-bought salsas. The fresh flavor is a bonus! This all-in-one meal is perfect for meal prepping.

This Tuscan Bean Soup was one of the first soups Robyn Webb learned in a cooking class on a farm in Italy. She simplified it by using canned beans (the original recipe calls for using dried beans), which are perfectly fine. This is similar to minestrone soup, minus the pasta. Be sure to add the balsamic vinegar, it really draws out the flavor of the vegetables and makes the chickpeas taste even richer. Top each bowl with fresh grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Ratatouille is a classic vegetable dish from the Provence region of France. Our Creole-inspired version includes red kidney beans and whole-grain penne to add protein and fiber. Buy the Diabetes and Heart Healthy Cookbook, 2nd edition, here.

Many traditional Latin recipes have been deemed unhealthy because of their use of pork lard. But in this day and age, the amount of good-for-you fats available is endless. These refried beans leave out the lard, and get lots of flavor from fresh onion and garlic, chipotles, and cumin. Find this recipe and more in our bilingual cookbook, Latin Comfort Foods Made Healthy, by Ingrid Hoffmann. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here