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We’re not going to say that this mashed cauliflower tastes exactly like mashed potatoes, but it’s so good we promise you won’t mind. This dish makes a great low carb addition to a classic “meat and potatoes” meal. We suggest pairing with this Garlic Sesame Pork Tenderloin and Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan .

Cucumber Onion Salad is a refreshing variation from the classic tossed salad. Crisp fresh cucumbers are tossed with sweet onion and lightly coated with a delicious sweet-tart vinaigrette made with Splenda® Granulated Sweetener instead of sugar. Enjoy this low carbohydrate, low calorie dish with a main entrée or as a healthy snack.

Most store-bought barbecue sauces are loaded with added sugars. This quick and easy homemade sauce gets it sweetness from applesauce instead! This recipe is for a small batch, but you could easily double, triple or even quadruple it. Store leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to one week. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN

Brussels sprouts and oranges create a colorful, sweet-and-savory side dish that will make a beautiful addition to a Thanksgiving or holiday meal.

This recipe is from The 4-Ingredient Diabetes Cookbook , 2nd edition, by Nancy S. Hughes.

This recipe is a perfect low-carb appetizer or snack. For an even shorter prep time, use store-bought guacamole to make this recipe.

Cabbage is a budget-friendly, versatile vegetable. In this recipe, a whole head of cabbage is sliced into thick "steaks" and roasted for a hearty side dish or vegetarian entree. These would also be great cooked on the grill. You could make a simple sauce of Greek yogurt and dill to top the steaks.

Lamb is great for the Easter season and a treat for any other time of the year. Lamb chops are a lean cut that are easily cooked on the grill. They are a good option to try when you get tired of the usual chicken and beef.

Mint and lime juice give these mashed sweet potatoes some mojito flair! For a complete, balanced meal, pair with a simple protein, like this Balsamic-Glazed Salmon , and fill the rest of your plate with a non-starchy vegetable.

Add this simple, low carb side dish to your favorite protein entree. Roasting enhances the flavor of Brussels sprouts, and turkey bacon adds a delicious salt, savoriness. You could use fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts here.