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Sides shouldn’t be thought of as afterthoughts. They deserve as much culinary love and attention as entrées. If you’re looking for a side dish that’ll impress, this roasted eggplant recipe is it. The finishing touches of fresh herbs, feta, and lemon zest make this side more like the star of the plate.

Author Barbara Seelig-Brown says, "This deliciously sweet tart dessert is very refreshing with a melt-in-your-mouth quality. It is light enough to enjoy without feeling guilty. Including fruit in a dessert helps to reduce the calorie and fat content. You can make it a day or two before a party and it will be even better once the flavors have blended."

Vinegar-based dressing in this potato salads cuts down on the fat and calories that are in a mayonnaise-based potato salad. Plus, we've subbed cauliflower for some of the potatoes to cut down on the carbs and increases the fiber, making this a heart-healthy, diabetes-friendly alternative to traditional potato salad.

Quinoa is a whole-grain that can be used in place of rice in many recipes. It is higher in protein than other grains and is also a good source of fiber. This recipe fits well on your Thanksgiving table, too! Swap stuffing and cranberry sauce for this healthy alternative. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here. This recipe featured in:

This high-fiber snack is a much healthier choice than chips and is a great alternative for those with nut allergies. Place in small bowls or ramekins at your next party. Eat them as a snack or use them as a crunchy topping on soups or salads.

This shrimp paella is full of flavor from sausage, bell peppers, turmeric and paprika. Using riced cauliflower makes this a lower carb alternative to a traditional Spanish paella.

This egg casserole is on the lighter side, using egg substitute and reduced-fat cheese.

Are you a smooth or chunky salsa lover? If you like your salsa smooth, then blend until smooth. If you like your salsa chunky, then skip the blending altogether.

This flatbread makes a great appetizer too. Just cut it into smaller pieces for a great party food.

Elevate your diabetes-friendly dining with our low carb savory grilled chicken skewers featuring succulent peaches and zucchini. Indulge in a delectable blend of lean protein and fresh fruit and veggies that's perfect for outdoor gatherings and weeknight meals.