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Ratatouille is a classic vegetable dish from the Provence region of France. Our Creole-inspired version includes red kidney beans and whole-grain penne to add protein and fiber. Buy the Diabetes and Heart Healthy Cookbook, 2nd edition, here.

Preparing curries often involves a lot of chopping, but you can get around that easily. Take advantage of the pre-chopped or no-salt-added canned ingredients on the market, such as matchstick carrots, water chestnuts, and chickpeas. Find more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes here.

Succotash is usually associated with summertime cuisine, when corn is in season. But this recipe is designed to be enjoyed anytime you’re able to pick up a pint of grape tomatoes. Since you can use frozen lima beans and corn here, you can savor this veggie dish often. It’s as colorful as it is flavorful.

This chili is perfect for a fall dinner and it’s full of vitamin C, protein and fiber. Feel free to experiment with different beans such as black or Great Northern beans here.

Instead of ordering takeout, make a healthier version of this classic Thai soup at home in your Instant Pot! This vegan soup gets it's rich creaminess from coconut milk. It's also loaded with vegetables to make a hearty soup perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Best of all, the Instant Pot speeds up the cooking time, so it's ready in less than 30 minutes, but tastes like it's been cooking all day! Find more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes here.

Why stop at chickpeas? Sub in black beans and add some cumin for a zesty new take on hummus. Serve with fresh vegetables sticks for dipping.

This salad is perfect for a spring picnic or quick lunch dish and is jam-packed with fiber.

This simple salad can be on the table in 15 minutes. No queso fresco? You can use feta cheese instead.

This cilantro-lime dressing pairs sweet honey and savory garlic. Serve with Pinto Bean, Brown Rice, and Spinach Salad.

Making your own pico de gallo in this recipe helps skip the sodium found in jarred store-bought salsas. The fresh flavor is a bonus! This all-in-one meal is perfect for meal prepping.