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This recipe is healthy, quick and budget-friendly. It makes a tasty meal, complete with nonstarchy vegetables, starchy potatoes, and lean pork tenderloin.

Wild rice is a whole-grain and a healthier option than white rice. This soup is hearty and perfect on a cold winter day.

Never tried asparagus raw? This is your chance! Parmesan cheese, tangy Dijon mustard and lemon in this dressing are a bold accompaniment for the thinly sliced asparagus and peppery radishes.

Get creative with your oranges! Try navel, Valencia, Cara Cara, or blood oranges when you see them at your local market. They each have a slightly different delicious flavor but all of them are filled with vitamin C, fiber, and other good-for-you nutrients. Complete your plate: Add this salad to any meal that needs a vegetable boost. We've paired it with Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf and Mashed Red Potatoes. Find this recipe and more in The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook, by Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND

This cool-weather soup is the perfect, heart-healthy way to stay warm. The fiber from the veggies helps balance the pasta, to create a rich broth that's the perfect side dish, lunch, or even a heart main dish for dinner.

This is a vegetarian, low carb, and very low carb recipe featuring tofu “egg” muffins which are a flavorful, plant-based twist on classic breakfast bites, packed with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and a touch of turmeric for color and warmth. Chickpea flour and tofu provide protein and fiber without the cholesterol or saturated fat of traditional egg muffins. They’re a great make-ahead option for people with diabetes, offering steady energy and balanced nutrition in every bite.

Cooking chicken on the stovetop can be tricky, and if the breasts are too thick, they may not cook through. Your best bet is to use quick-cooking chicken tenders, or you can use a mallet to pound the same amount of chicken breasts to an even 1-inch thickness. Complete your plate: Pair this protein entrée with a double serving of Collard Greens with Yellow Squash and half of a roasted sweet potato.

Avocado toast is a quick and easy go-to breakfast that incorporates healthy fat, whole grains, and protein. Change things up by substituting the turkey bacon with an over-easy egg or sliced hard-boiled egg. Complete your Plate: For a hearty, filling breakfast, add a 1/2 cup of nonfat, plain Greek yogurt topped with a handful of blueberries.

Delight your palate with our Lemon Herbed Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances zest and herbs for a refreshing taste. This summer-ready recipe begins with a homemade marinade of lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a blend of garlic and thyme. The chicken is then pan-seared to golden perfection, accompanied by aromatic lemon slices. Each serving is drizzled with the warm, flavorful sauce and garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. With a prep time of 30 minutes and a cook time of 25 minutes, this dish serves four, making it a perfect choice for a nutritious family meal. Each serving