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White bean soup is a Tuscan classic. White beans are a great source of fiber. Use jarred white beans if available—they are superior to canned.

Even though it can be made in a flash, this zesty dip combines all the bright flavors of Greece in one easy-to-make dish. If you are a Mediterranean food fan, this dip will make a great addition to hummus in your repertoire. Note that when storing this dip in the refrigerator, it tends to firm up. Before serving, simply stir in water a tablespoon at a time until it becomes the desired consistency. 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.

Why stop at chickpeas? Sub in black beans and add some cumin for a zesty new take on hummus. Serve with fresh vegetables sticks for dipping.

Use lower-carb butter lettuce as a substitute for a tortilla wrap. If you don’t like your food spicy, substitute the jalapeno for chopped green bell pepper.

French fries are an American favorite food, but they’re also loaded with unhealthy fat, calories, and carbohydrate. Try these "fries" for a healthier alternative and a way to help your kids eat more veggies.

Serve this with with steamed broccoli and cauliflower for a real diabetes-friendly summer treat!

Casamiento is often served as part of a Salvadoran breakfast. It is basically a dish made with leftover rice and beans. By changing out the rice for quinoa, the whole meal changes with this amazing super food that is loaded with nutrition and fiber. 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

This hearty soup is a play on red beans and rice made with the whole grain quinoa.

This diabetes-friendly version of ratatouille incorporates white beans to up the protein. While you may find that it’s traditionally cooked on a stovetop, this modern-day version allows you to use a slow cooker—so you can press a button and go about your day. Complete Your Plate: Serve with a simpe Side Greek Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette for a low-carb, veggie-packed plant-based meal. Find this recipe and more in The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook, by Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND