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Spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to the traditional rice noodles in Pad Thai. One cup of cooked spaghetti squash contains just 10 grams of total carbohydrate, compared to 42 grams for the rice noodles!

Jerk seasoning is a sweet and spicy blend of allspice, chili peppers (preferably scotch bonnet), fresh ginger, and a hint of brown sugar. Start marinating the chicken the day before for maximum flavor. Cooking on the grill adds a nice smoky flavor, but you could also bake the chicken in the oven.

Talk about a summer treat! This healthy salad is so good, especially in summer when you can grab fresh peaches and corn in season (and on sale!). When you brown the peaches and corn, they tend to take on completely different taste profiles. Be prepared for an explosion of flavors!

This classic Mexican stew from Puebla, Mexico, is intensely rich in flavor and spices. It hits the spot every time. Serve either inside a tortilla or over a bowl of brown rice or quinoa and enjoy! For a different take on this dish, substitute lean pork loin for the chicken. 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

Who doesn’t like barbecued chicken? A serving of this recipe will go great with a side of greens and some rice. The best part? This dish will only cost you $0.50 per serving.

Lettuce wraps are a great low-carb option that adds nutrients and a delicious crunch to your meal. These Chicken and Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce are a light meal that is fun to assemble and eat.

The traditional butter and cream in this recipe have been replaced with olive oil and yogurt. With pumpkin, the risotto achieves a creamy consistency without the extra fat.

The oregano-scented meatballs that star in this satisfying one-dish meal are extra moist and tasty thanks to the addition of a shredded carrot. Rice-shaped orzo pasta absorbs the flavors of the broth and cooks in just a few minutes. Adding the lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors.

Author Barbara Seelig-Brown serves these colorful turkey kebabs with a homemade mango dipping sauce that's a perfect partner.

Quinoa and garbanzo beans add a boost of fiber and protein to a traditional coleslaw, making it hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian entree. You can use any color quinoa for this salad, but red quinoa will give it a nice pop of color. Quinoa is not only a whole grain, but it also provides some protein.