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Who wants a snack? This inexpensive little dish takes just a few ingredients and is ready to go in minutes. It's also packed with protein and low in fat, which makes it a great and heart-healthy snack for people with diabetes. The fresh herbs really help this dish shine, but they're not necessary. Dried herbs, or even celery leaves or the green part of scallions (green onions), make a perfect substitute. In fact, this is a great way to use them so they don’t go to waste!

This hearty Italian soup makes a great lunch or side dish with your holiday meal. To cut down on prep time, chop the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots quickly using a food processor.

This simple chicken entree is budget-friendly and a perfect start to a healthy plate. Serve with a simple vegetable side like Easy Middle Eastern Green Beans or Tarragon Tomatoes.

This quick salad is a tasty and convenient way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. It tastes best at room temperature, making it perfect for buffets and picnics. 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.

This is a dramatic dish to serve to guests. When you place the parchment package on each guest’s dinner plate, the steam and the flavors are intoxicating! Fish fillets also work well in this recipe.

Try these chicken and dumplings for a budget-friendly family dinner. Add a side of roasted green beans to complete your meal.

You get a boost of protein and fiber with chickpea pasta. Filled with fresh veggies, this hearty and flavorful dish is an easy spring or summer meal.

Wheat berries are the kernel of the wheat plant with the outer husk removed. They have a nutty flavor and chewy texture and are filled with fiber, protein, and iron. You can make a batch of these ahead of time and store them in your refrigerator for up to a week. If you can’t find wheat berries, either farro, spelt, or brown rice can be substituted in this recipe.

Trying to eat a meatless, veggie-packed meal once a week? This recipe gives you all the flavor of tacos, but with so much more fiber and vegetables. Top them with avocado slices for extra flavor if you’d like.