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This dish can be turned into a one-pot medley by adding some carrots and potatoes.

I “discovered” this delicious slaw while volunteering at a Washington, D.C., elementary school where the children stated that their favorite food was the “ABC salad,” which they made from ingredients in the school garden! It was so inspiring to see the children devour the vegetables with such pleasure that I became a fan, too! I even began including it in my “Culinary Medicine Made Easy” cooking classes and on as many menus as possible. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes

Serve this dish with whole-wheat couscous or quinoa for a traditional Moroccan meal. For a lower carb meal, serve over spiralized carrots or cauliflower rice.

Here’s a tasty and easy vegetable dish that you can make using a budget-friendly bag of frozen broccoli. Aim to fill half of your plate with nonstarchy vegetables like broccoli, carrots, greens and more!

This is a Mediterranean-style, low-fat recipe featuring a twist on a classic tuna melt. The tuna salad is served on a whole grain English muffin with a side salad to complete your meal. With its blend of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, it’s a great choice for keeping blood glucose (blood sugar) levels steady.

This veggie-loaded, high-fiber soup is more satisfying than traditional cabbage soup because of the addition of beans and turkey sausage. It also freezes well, so freeze half and use it during a busy week when you don’t have much time to cook.

This healthier take on trendy ramen noodle bowls yields a savory broth you can customize. No chicken or bell peppers? Mix it up with other proteins and vegetables, such as shrimp, bean sprouts and shredded carrots.

These low-carb little wraps are quick and simple—but they don’t taste it or look it! They're also a perfect diabetes-friendly lunch option, especially if you have a little leftover grilled or roasted chicken, such as our tasty Roasted Chicken Breasts. Having a party? No one needs to know these are super healthy. In fact, focus on the fun and let your guests assemble their own lettuce wraps!

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Bay scallops are smaller and sweeter than their sea scallop cousins. Paired with whole-grain pasta, they make for a simple yet elegant dish that’s heart-healthy as well. For a lower carb dish, replace some or all of the pasta with zucchini or carrot "noodles"