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This creamy dip gets a surprising bit of bite from a small amount of horseradish. And it’s loaded with tasty morsels of artichoke hearts, spinach, roasted red bell peppers, and green onions, making it a breeze to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. Serve it with whole-grain pita chips or raw vegetables for dipping, or spread it on triangles of whole-grain toast.

The mini crustless quiches make a great appetizer, or a make-ahead breakfast to-go, perfect for meal prepping. Roasted red bell peppers brighten up the classic combination of spinach and Parmesan. Leaving off the crust lowers the carbs and saturated fat without sacrificing flavor.

When you are craving something cheesy, try this low-carb snack. Cauliflower adds extra fiber and nutrients and baking gives it a light crunch. You can add garlic powder and/or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to give them an extra kick of spice.

If you are tired of the same boring sandwich for lunch, try this restaurant-style wrap. Use cooked rotisserie chicken from your grocery store to save time.

A quick and easy recipe, these kababs offer a great source of protein. Serve over quinoa or cauliflower rice and pair with side salad for a complete, balanced meal.

Artichokes and asparagus are a match made in culinary heaven and are often paired together in typical Italian dishes. Among their many similarities, both crops are native to the Mediterranean and grow best in a warm to slightly cool climate. In the kitchen, they can be incorporated into healthful soup, pasta, rice, omelet, and salad recipes. 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 .

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

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.

Very simple yet beautiful, this is a classic salad in the south of Italy.

There are a growing number of low carb cracker options in stores, but why not try making your own? These savory crackers are made with rosemary and parmesan. Chia and flax seeds provide tons of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. The result is crispy crackers with only 4 grams of carbohydrate and 3 grams of fiber per serving!