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These crab cakes make a great party appetizer or on top of a field green salad with lite balsamic vinaigrette.

Serve this gumbo over 1/3 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa. If you are only cooking for one or two people, you can easily freeze leftovers from this recipe to save for a later date.

This tasty salad uses a light tomato-based dressing and is packed with greens and other nutrient-rich veggies. Buy as many of these vegetables as you can precut from your grocer’s salad bar to save on prep time.

If you are in the mood for a spicy vegetable-heavy dish, this is calling your name. Filled with veggies and crispy chicken tenders, this is a great tasting low-carb and protein-packed dish.

Kale is a superfood that you must try if you haven’t already. It’s an excellent source of the antioxidants vitamins A, C and K. It’s also a great source of potassium and fiber – while also being low in carbohydrate and calories.

Low carb and packed with protein, this simpler version of Salade Nicoise relies on pantry staples, and can be eaten on it's own or paired with another side for a more filling meal. You can sub ingredients for what you have on hand—use any kind of salad green instead of arugula; any kind of olive will work, or sub something like capers or feta cheese for the same savory, briny flavor; instead of tomatoes (or in addition!) you could use bell peppers, cucumber, sugar snap peas, or any other fresh vegetables. If you don't have bottled dressing, you can make a simple vinaigrette with lemon juice

It’s amazing how people will eat more veggies when they are in front of them, displayed well and served with a good dip. Hummus is a healthy dip made from chickpeas and comes in a variety of flavors.

This tried-and-true stir-fry keeps things simple—and fast—with just six ingredients, but plenty of vegetables, lean protein and whole grains. Like many meals with tofu, it’s budget-friendly to boot! Get experimental with your vegetables! Carrots, broccoli, and snow peas are a classic combo, but you any variety of vegetables that you have on hand, like mushrooms, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, eggplant, onions, cabbage, asparagus, and more!

Korma originated in India but versions of this dish have expanded across South Asia. This Pakistani version is bolder in flavor and can be included in a vegetarian, low-carb, or low-fat eating pattern. If you serve the dish with a side of brown rice or whole grain roti, this dish fits nicely in a Mediterranean eating pattern, too.

Zucchini acts like noodles to make this main dish fresh and filling. But it’s the flavors, textures, and beauty that’ll bring you back to this recipe again and again. Use one zucchini and one yellow summer squash for the best looking results. Make it with steak, and it’s a marvelous meal in one. This recipe from The With or Without Meat Cookbook, by Jackie Newgent. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.